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The 55-inch Sony Bravia 8 OLED TV has never been cheaper on Amazon (Image source: Sony)

Deal | Beautiful Sony Bravia 8 OLED TV goes on sale for record-low price on Amazon

The most affordable version of the Sony Bravia 8 OLED, which has a screen diagonal of 55 inches, has now fallen $500 under the original list price as Amazon is selling the good-looking TV from the iconic Japanese brand for its lowest price yet.

Enrico Frahn, 05 Oct 2024 20:00

Samsung PM9E1: Powerful SSD coming soon. (Image source: Samsung)

Up to 14 GByte/s: New Samsung SSD promises exceptional data rate and improved energy efficiency

Samsung is launching an extremely powerful SSD onto the market, the PM9E1. It comes with a 5 nm controller and is said to achieve data transfer rates of well over 10 GByte/s. PCIe 5.0 is used as the connection standard.

Silvio Werner, 05 Oct 2024 19:57

Not much has changed in the second edition of EA FC. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

EA Sports FC 25 review: More of the same

The latest installment of EA Sports FC feels like a halfway attempt to deliver on the promises of last year's rebrand. With the exception of chaotic arcade-style ‘Rush’ matches, upgraded gameplay tactics and a refreshingly new take on the Career mode, The World's Game remains mostly the same: A familiar simulation with familiar frustrations.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 05 Oct 2024 19:38

Huawei Kirin PC chip could launch in Q1 2025 (Image source: Huawei - edited)

Rumored ARM-based Huawei Kirin PC chip reportedly delayed to next year

Huawei is rumored to be working on an ARM-based Kirin PC processor, which is expected to rival the Snapdragon X lineup and Apple M series chips. While it was said to be released this year, the latest report suggests that the launch has been delayed.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Oct 2024 18:39

Lunar comes with an AMD APU. (Image source: Lunar)

Lunar: 2-in-1 foldable keyboard and mini PC with powerful specs

Lunar is a new mini PC in the form of a keyboard, which allows users to connect to monitors on the move with very little luggage and is also a very powerful system. The system can be used in a variety of ways and not just in a professional context.

Silvio Werner, 05 Oct 2024 18:24

DigiPort: New mini PC with Raspberry Pi and HDMI. (Image source: Geeky Tronics)

DigiPort: An HDMI stick and mini PC in one, based on the Raspberry Pi

The DigiPort is an HDMI stick that is not only suitable for playing media content, but can also be used in a variety of ways, including video gaming. The device is based on the Raspberry Pi.

Silvio Werner, 05 Oct 2024 17:41

The base Model Y now boasts 337 miles of range (Image source: Tesla)

Cheapest Model Y is now officially rated for longer range on a charge

The Tesla Model Y RWD Long Range version has passed through the new EPA range testing routine and got an official rating higher than Tesla's own estimates.

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Oct 2024 17:18

Acer Aspire 16 2024 reviewed: Why the RTX 2050 is still great in 2024

The 2024 Acer Aspire 16 pairs a current-gen Raptor Lake-U Refresh processor with an ageing RTX 2050. Despite this, it still offers significantly better 3D performance than all competing multimedia laptops with the latest integrated graphics.

Christian Hintze, 05 Oct 2024 16:34

On October 15, five games will be removed from the Xbox Game Pass. (Image source: Xbox)

Five games will be removed from Xbox Game Pass by mid-October

Game Pass subscribers will have to say goodbye to five games in mid-October - including a popular management game that does not yet have a successor in Microsoft's gaming subscription. Those who do not want to part with one of the games still have the opportunity to benefit from the member discount.

Marius Müller, 05 Oct 2024 16:30

Elecom will be offering the first USB4 2.0 cables in Japan from mid-December 2024. (Image source: Elecom)

First USB4 2.0 cables set to launch in 2024

Although there are no compatible mainboards yet, Japanese manufacturer Elecom is launching the first cables with USB4 2.0 certification this year, which are twice as fast as the previous version.

Marius Müller, 05 Oct 2024 16:30

The previously leaked renders of the Google Pixel 9a. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Google Pixel 9a launch window hinted at in latest leaks

You won't have to wait too long for Google’s Pixel 9a - which could launch in March 2025, earlier than previous models, as per new leaks. The Pixel 10 and Android 16 are also expected to launch ahead of schedule in 2025.

Anubhav Sharma, 05 Oct 2024 15:27

However, without GPU acceleration, it's pointless to install macOS Sequoia on Steam Deck (Image source: Valve and Apple - edited)

Steam Deck becomes handheld Hackintosh by running macOS Sequoia

The Steam Deck is very similar to any other PC but with a small form factor and modified hardware. This also means that you can make the gaming handheld run a mainstream OS on it, and with a group effort, it has just been shown to run macOS Sequoia.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Oct 2024 13:48

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE - the first Android device to receive the October 2024 security patch. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE receives October 2024 security patch following recent critical Galaxy bug

Samsung is rolling out a new security update for the Galaxy S24 FE, aimed at device security. The October 2024 patch is slowly becoming available in Asia and Africa, with a global rollout expected soon.

Anubhav Sharma, 05 Oct 2024 12:34

Realme GT Neo 7 is also said to be a "flagship killer" smartphone (Image source: Realme)

Tipster claims Realme GT Neo 7 will pack current top-performing SoC in AnTuTu's ranking

Realme launched the GT Neo 6 in May of this year, and according to Smart Pikachu, the company will release the GT Neo 7 soon. The Weibo tipster also reports that it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version, which has been dominating the AnTuTu benchmark charts for a while now.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Oct 2024 12:26

YouTube (and Google) have agressive data tracking practices, but there are ways to keep one's YouTube data in house. (Image Source: OpenArt.ai)

No YouTube tracking: Is it worth it (or practical) to host your own YouTube front end?

CheckMag Google is notorious for tracking people across websites, and this extends to almost every service it offers, including Android and YouTube. If you are on a quest to escape Google's aggressive data practices, you might want to consider hosting your own YouTube front end. But how easy is it, and is it worth it?

David Devey, 05 Oct 2024 12:03

Ride share drivers often use Tesla's FSD mode (Image source: Justin Yoon/YT)

Ride share drivers with Teslas use self-driving mode as Uber and Lyft shift passenger safety responsibility

Up to 40% of Uber and Lyft ride share drivers with Tesla cars use them in self-driving mode, it turns out, as the platforms try to avoid responsibility for the passengers' safety.

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Oct 2024 09:50

The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to launch on October 20 in China (Image source: @That_Kartikey)

Xiaomi 15 Pro leak shows the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 flagship in three colors

The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to be among the first smartphone lineups to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. If the company doesn't change anything, there will initially be two phones in the series, and the rear renders of the Pro variant have just leaked.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Oct 2024 08:50

Innophys expands sales of Muscle Suit exoskeletons to Romania

Innophys has expandsed sales of its Muscle Suit exoskeletons to Romania. The suits provide users with extra lifting force to help carry heavy products and produce at warehouses, production plants, and farms. The exoskeletons do not need power to operate, eliminating worries of dead batteries during the workday.

David Chien, 05 Oct 2024 04:54

The Vivo X200 series will be officially unveiled in China on October 14. (Image source: Weibo)

Vivo X200 and X200 Ultra could undercut rivals with new competitive pricing as per latest leaks

Vivo's X200 series, launching soon, may come with competitive pricing starting at 4,000 yuan (~$570), as per a new leak. The higher-end X200 Ultra variant will likely be priced $200 higher.

Anubhav Sharma, 05 Oct 2024 01:11

The Oppo Find X7 Ultra (Image source: Oppo)

'Micro-curved' display of the Find X8 Pro smiles for the camera for the first time

The Chinese company is gearing up to launch its high-end Find X8 phone series. To drum up the hype, Oppo has started sharing official images of the upcoming products.

Huzefa Baloch, 05 Oct 2024 00:37

Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake may release earlier than the expected launch date of November 2025. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Ubisoft may reportedly release the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake sooner than expected

Ubisoft’s recent delay of Assassin’s Creed Shadows may impact the timeline for the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake, originally set for Nov 2025. The delay will likely affect Ubisoft’s broader roadmap of 10 titles as well. The Black Flag Remake may still arrive earlier than expected, as per Insider Gaming.

Anubhav Sharma, 05 Oct 2024 00:10

Samsung ports Tizen OS to open-source RISC-V CPU architecture

Samsung has ported the Tizen OS to the open-source RISC-V CPU architecture. This brings developers one step closer to releasing Tizen smart devices on royalty-free CPUs. The company joined the RISE (RISC-V Software Ecosystem) open-software development project in 2023.

David Chien, 05 Oct 2024 00:03

It still remains to be seen when DJI will release its next consumer drone. (Image source: @Quadro_News)

DJI Air 3S: Official photos leak showing unreleased drone as new launch date and price reduction also mooted

It looks like DJI's next drone release will be the Air 3S, not the Mavic 4. While the company has not confirmed anything just yet, a plethora of new leaks have now shown the DJI Air 3S from almost every angle with camera details and launch pricing in tow.

Alex Alderson, 04 Oct 2024 23:50

Sony unveils ISX038 sensor with simultaneous RAW and YUV image output for assistive and autonomous driving systems

Sony has unveiled the ISX038 sensor with simultaneous RAW and YUV image output for assistive and autonomous driving systems, reducing the number of camera sensors needed in modern automotive vehicles. A dynamic range of up to 130 dB in HDR mode allows for the detection of objects from bright light and twilight.

David Chien, 04 Oct 2024 22:57

A TSMC research and development facility (Image source: CNBC)

TSMC's 2nm process to be unprecedentedly costly as $30,000+ per wafer figure floated

As TSMC prepares the 2nm process, customers should brace themselves for a significant price hike. Recent reports indicate that costs may nearly double compared to previous technologies.

Huzefa Baloch, 04 Oct 2024 22:52

It looks like the days of avoiding MediaTek SoCs for their lacklustre performance may be behind us. (Image source: SamMobile on YouTube)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra vs. Tab S9 Ultra: MediaTek tramples Qualcomm — efficiency questions loom

The new MediaTek-powered Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra has officially trumped its Snapdragon forbear in performance benchmarks with a significant margin, but incomplete data raises questions about efficiency and battery life.

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Oct 2024 22:34

Lenovo has not yet officially announced global availability for the 2024 Legion Y700 (Image source: Lenovo)

2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 becomes available outside China, but unofficially

Lenovo launched the 2024 Legion Y700 in China on September 29, and the company has yet to officially bring it to the global market. However, if you're okay with the drawbacks of importing the gaming tablet from a third-party retailer, you can pre-order the Chinese variant from Giztop.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Oct 2024 21:17

Robot vacuum from popular brand has cameras and speakers hacked in new report

Automatic floor cleaners are one of the most popular and widespread form of household robots right now. However, they come with potential privacy issues that are much less desirable, according to a smart home security researcher. One particular robot vacuum located in Australia reportedly contains vulnerabilities that allow attackers to hijack its camera and speakers completely wirelessly and remotely.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2024 20:44

Tencent holds 9.2% of Ubisoft’s voting rights as of now. (Image source: South China Morning Post)

Tencent and Guillemot Family in talks over Ubisoft's buyout after stock decline

Ubisoft faces challenges as Assassin's Creed Shadows is delayed to 2025, and Star Wars: Outlaws underperforms, leading to a decade-low stock drop. Tencent and the Guillemot family are exploring a potential buyout, though no final decisions have been made yet.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Oct 2024 20:29

The Robotaxi will have Cybertruck's 4680 battery (Image source: COO/FB)

Tesla will make its own Robotaxi battery with dry cathode 4680 cells from the Cybertruck

Tesla is planning to eventually produce most of the batteries that go into its electric vehicles sold in the US on its own, including the ones for the upcoming Robotaxi which will have the Cybertruck's 4680 cells with the frugal dry cathode production method.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Oct 2024 20:11

Tesla's Cybertruck gets recalled for the fifth time within a year of being on sale. (Image source: Wikipedia)

Tesla Cybertruck gets recalled for the fifth time within its first year on the road

All Cybertrucks that have ever hit the streets are being recalled yet again, due to a safety issue. This is the fifth time that Tesla's electric pick-up is getting recalled, worsening its already long list of woes.

Sambit Saha, 04 Oct 2024 20:10

Minisforum BD790i review: Mini-ITX mainboard with an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX and PCIe 5.0 as a basis for small gaming PCs

Mobile SoC meets desktop motherboard. The Minisforum BD790i mainboard promises a great deal of performance and, as a result, could be an excellent basis for compact Mini-ITX PCs. We took a look at the mainboard, which is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX ex works and is aimed specifically at users with high demands. In our test, we analyzed the system's performance during intensive tasks and, in combination with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090, we also took a look at its gaming performance.

AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, Radeon 610M

Sebastian Bade, 04 Oct 2024 19:32

The Fujifilm X-M5 will be a modernised version of the X-M1, but its missing features may be a blessing in disguise. (Image source: Fujifilm)

🎙️ OpinionMissing Fujifilm X-M5 features could be the compact camera's biggest strength

CheckMag The launch of the Fujifilm X-M5 is apparently upon us, and recent leaks and rumours indicate that the upcoming compact APS-C camera will be missing a few key features from its larger counterparts — crucial among them, IBIS and an EVF, however this may be just what we need from a compact camera in 2024.

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Oct 2024 19:31

2025 iPhone SE will reportedly combine features from iPhone 16, iPhone 15, and iPhone 14 (Image source: Apple)

Apple's upcoming affordable iPhone will reportedly combine features from last three flagships

Apple has yet to confirm the existence of the iPhone SE 4, but a recent Bloomberg report suggests that it could launch in early 2025. Now, 9to5Mac claims that the upcoming affordable phone will combine features from the past three flagships.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Oct 2024 19:11

Pixel 9 Pro XL and iPhone 16 Pro Max are both high-end smartphones with commendable camera prowess. (Image source: Shevon Salmon)

Pixel 9 Pro XL puts up a fight, but iPhone 16 Pro Max takes the crown in real-life camera test

The iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pixel 9 Pro XL are both excellent choices for a flagship smartphone. But which one of the two has the lead in camera performance? DxOMark thinks its the Pixel, while a recent real-life test suggests otherwise.

Sambit Saha, 04 Oct 2024 19:03

ColorOS' new Fluid Cloud. (Image source: Weibo)

OxygenOS 15 precursor shown in action with Dynamic Island clone

OPPO's upcoming flagship smartphones are tipped to aim to become the closest rivals to Apple's iPhones on their launch. The Find X8 series are thought to achieve this effect with their software as well as their considerably updated hardware. Now, their version of Android 15 has been previewed in more depth.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2024 19:00

Tesla now offers inventory Model Y for under $35,000 (Image source: Tesla)

Model Y inventory discounts bring its price down to under $35,000 with tax credit

After prolonging the zero down payment financing offer into Q4, Tesla has now slashed its vehicle prices further by offering various inventory discounts.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Oct 2024 17:25

The Cybertruck now starts from under $80,000 (Image source: Tesla/edited)

Tesla outs cheaper Cybertruck that qualifies for $7,500 in commercial tax credit

The Cybertruck is no longer Tesla's most expensive passenger vehicle, as it starts from the Model X price. The new cheaper Cybertruck trim is listed on the IRS subsidy list as qualifying for the full commercial vehicle tax credit amount.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Oct 2024 17:03

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 14 Pro series breaks 2024 Android smartphone sales record

The Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro Plus have only been official for a week on the Chinese market, yet is said to have done better in terms of sales in that time-frame compared to all other new Android smartphones in 2024 thus far. The devices pack potentially intriguing features such as 120Hz AMOLED displays, large batteries and world-first processors for prices that start as low as ~$200.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2024 16:38

Upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender-RPG set to be the largest project in franchise history

Saber Interactive, in collaboration with Paramount Game Studios, is developing a AAA RPG set in the Avatar universe, featuring an entirely new story. As announced, this is set to be the biggest project in the franchise to date.

Marius Müller, 04 Oct 2024 16:07

The adventure game Whispering Willows is available for free on GOG until October 6. (Image source: GOG)

GOG kicks off October with a spooky puzzle adventure giveaway

Gamers can pick up a free adventure game set in a spooky haunted house on GOG. For those looking to get into the eerie autumn spirit as October begins, this free game is just what you need.

Marius Müller, 04 Oct 2024 16:04

The OtterBox Wireless Power Bank with MagSafe will be compatible with the Defender Series Division 2 iPhone case line. (Image source: PR Newswire)

New OtterBox wireless power bank with MagSafe launched for use in hazardous environments

OtterBusiness has launched the OtterBox Wireless Power Bank with MagSafe, a 5,000 mAh portable charger designed for hazardous environments. Certified for Class I, II, and III locations, it comes with water resistance, drop protection, and safe, spark-free charging.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Oct 2024 15:04

SDC24 allowed for an early look at a One UI 7 test version, including some potentially controversial design and feature changes. (Image source: Jeff Springer)

Samsung One UI 7 on Galaxy S24 Ultra: First look at early test version and controversial changes

Samsung's developer conference only lasted one day, but finally provided an official first look at what Samsung smartphones and tablets can expect in a few months with the Android 15 update and the One UI 7 interface. Some of the changes could prove to be controversial.

Alexander Fagot, 04 Oct 2024 14:51

Han Boxiao says that the performance leap is over 40% (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo says Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Dimensity 9400 will deliver a massive generational performance leap

Smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Dimensity 9400 are on the horizon, with many companies confirming new flagship phone launches within this month. Vivo is one of them, and the company's product manager says that these two SoCs will deliver the biggest generational performance leap.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Oct 2024 14:45

Various Galaxy smartphones are affected by a software bug. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt, Notebookcheck)

Users are advised to act quickly: Software update paralyzes Samsung Galaxy smartphones, threatens loss of data and account access

Numerous Samsung smartphones are currently affected by a major software error that is rendering them unusable. There are ways to prevent the error from occurring and also ways to fix it.

Silvio Werner, 04 Oct 2024 14:26

Samsung will adopt One UI as the name for the software running on its consumer products. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung wants One UI to rule them all

Among its announcement at its annual developer conference, Samsung revealed its plan to adopt a single name for the software powering all its consumer products. This follows a similar pattern adopted by Huawei and Xiaomi with HarmonyOS and HyperOS respectively.

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Oct 2024 14:06

22.08	He probado el Pixel 11 Pro XL, un móvil elegante y con fotos perfectas, pero se le sigue atragantando el rendimiento
22.08	Si quieres un móvil gaming barato, el ZTE Nubia Neo 5 GT 5G me ha parecido la mejor opción por su ventilador interno y una batería imbatible
22.08	He probado el Motorola Razr Fold, que llega a destiempo, pero con muchos atractivos de los que presumir
22.08	He probado el Nothing Phone (4b) y ese precio tan irresistible lo convierte en una opción estrella
22.08	Recensione Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: quasi un S26 Ultra
22.08	Recensione Motorola razr 70 ultra: potente anche da chiuso
22.08	Recensione Galaxy Z Fold8: la testa dice no, la mano lo apre
22.08	Recensione Google Pixel 10a: oggi convince più che al lancio
22.08	Programul „Primul laptop de gaming” – Acer Nitro Lite la 4200 lei
22.08	Cu Samsung Z Fold8 Ultra pe Via Transilvanica: un review „sălbatic”