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.

The Xiaomi 15 series is almost upon us. While it is unclear what Xiaomi has in store for its first Snapdragon 8 Gen 4-powered release, the alleged design of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has now appeared online, as have reported camera upgrades compared to this year's Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

This week, you can claim a wholesome game named Bear and Breakfast for free on Epic Games Store. Next week, the storefront will give away Outliver: Tribulation and Empyrion - Galactic Survival. Both titles have received positive player ratings.

Corning's new Extreme ULE glass is said to offer exceptional thermal stability and uniformity, crucial for the demanding requirements of upcoming high-NA and low-NA EUV lithography systems. This advanced material is designed to address the challenges posed by the intense EUV radiation and heat generated in these next-generation fab tools, enabling cutting-edge pellicles and photoresists to drive higher yields and performance.

Anker’s upcoming Power Bank 10K 45W, expected in Spring 2025, is expected to feature a retractable USB-C cable, 45W USB-C output, and digital display. It offers multiple charging ports (and 3 color options) with a price range of $40–$50.

3M has introduced the WorkTunes Connect hearing protector with solar charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and adaptive noise reduction. The headphones help prevent hearing loss in gardeners, construction workers, and others working in noisy environments.

A new leak from Moore's Law is dead reveals the GeForce RTX 5090 laptop variant will come with 24 GB of GDDR7 VRAM. However, it won't launch until late in Q1 2025.

Taki Udon, an authority on handheld gaming, has taken to modding the special edition Hyrule Switch Lite. With only the best mods, this Switch Lite receives a major overhaul in every possible way.

The first One UI 7 beta was scheduled to launch back in August, but Samsung pulled out at the last second. At the Samsung developer conference, the company officially announced for the first time when the updated OneUI version based on Android 15 is expected to roll out.

Casio has launched the full-metal GMC-B2100, a new G-SHOCK chronograph with an octagonal bezel, Tough Solar power, and Bluetooth connectivity. The watch has a solid, durable metal design.

The compelling AMD Ryzen 7 configuration of the Lenovo LOQ 15 has seen another price drop and is now on sale for just $929, which makes it one of the most affordable budget gaming laptops with Nvidia's RTX 4070 graphics card.

The mid-range AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is now going for $100 less than its launch price. As a result, the card is at a record-low price. What's more, the PowerColor Fighter RX 7700 XT on sale comes with two free games that offer a combined value of $60.

Starting in mid-2025, PayPal will share personal data with third parties due to a new feature, named Personalized Shopping. Thankfully, those not interested in it can opt out, although the problem is the fact that PayPal chose to enable this by default. However, there is plenty of time for them to change this.

President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act has helped put more electric vehicles on American roads as the government spends on point-of-sale federal tax credits for new and used EVs.

Fujifilm has officially announced its third X Summit this year, scheduled for October 14 at the company's Tokyo Clay design studio. The new Fujifilm X-M5 is expected to launch at the X Summit as a compact budget APS-C camera with strong retro design elements and a film simulation dial.

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 14 series in China on September 26. Although the company hasn't formally launched the lineup outside China, it is now possible to import it unofficially.

Smartwatches are superior to smart rings. At least according to Garmin. Smart rings only have one advantage over a smartwatch, but the disadvantages of this form factor otherwise outweigh the advantages, says Garmin's management team.

Linux gaming aficionados will be pleased to note that Valve has entered a collaboration effort with Arch Linux - the foundation for the Steam Deck's SteamOS 3.0 operating system, providing financial backing for two crucial projects that are underway.

The OPPO Find X8 and X8 Pro are upcoming flagship Android smartphones now tipped to have global versions cleared for launch, with the model numbers to match. They are also now officially slated to launch with advanced ingress-protection ratings and considerably refined builds, even the base model X8.

A fan of Black Myth: Wukong has created a pixel version of the game (well, only chapter 1 so far) for PC and Android devices, giving us a nostalgic spin on the original’s stunning visuals and combat. Developed by 火山哥哥, the free-to-play demo captures the charm of retro gaming pretty well.

Scenes like those of the Tesla Model X that caught on fire while sitting in a garage during Hurricane Helene could become a thing of the past with LG's new battery cell material that can be quickly scaled for mass production.

The rollout of One UI 6 Watch has been delayed. To compensate for this delay, Samsung is now releasing the new watch faces of the Galaxy Watch7 in advance for older models all the way back to the Galaxy Watch4.

Known as either Windows 11 24H2 or Windows 11 2024, the latest feature update to Microsoft's popular operating system is already rolling out to compatible devices. However, there are two areas of focus, namely for AI and non-AI devices. The list of common changes includes improved energy saving, Wi-Fi 7 and HDR background support, and more.

Oura has officially launched the Ring 4, which has a sleeker design, offers more sizes, and, most importantly, has updated sensors. With the new sensors, the smart ring aims to deliver the "most accurate" reading of biometrics, including heart rate.

CheckMag Starfield's new Shattered Space expansions fails to improve upon the numerous issues that plagued the base game. The plot is tepid, at best, and there isn't enough content to justify its $30 price tag.

ENGWE has now introduced the LE20 as a brand-first longtail e-bike. It is touted to carry up to 440lb (or ~200 kilograms) of cargo for up to 211 miles (~240 kilometers (km)) - albeit in its higher-end dual-battery configuration only. It has been released with some introductory offers and freebies, which might come in particularly handy if the bike's range of commute-friendly optional upgrades - ENGWE's new 8A FlashCharge power brick included - are required.

The latest free game giveaway from the Epic Games Store has now arrived. The deal, which will run until next week, is another game from the same publishers behind Epic Games' most recent free game offer.

With the C2, Hisense is launching a 4K projector with a particularly vibrant color reproduction. A sound system from JBL is integrated, which should ensure high-quality audio even without a connected sound system.

Garmin has started rolling out a fresh stable update for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro, which is also available for the Enduro 2, Epix 2, MARQ Gen 2 and Quatix 7. According to Garmin, Software Version 18.16 contains over half a dozen changes, including two aimed at resolving bugs that could cause system crashes.

A new Anker Solix PS100 portable solar panel could be on the way. Rumors about the device and a supposedly leaked image suggest that it will be particularly compact when folded, making it easier to store and transport. Other features include an MC4 connector and an integrated kickstand.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the upcoming games many fans are waiting for. While Ubisoft delaying the launch was bad news, a new report shares something good: the game may get a co-op mode after the release.

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro are new wireless headphones with powerful features and, according to the manufacturer, are designed to impress with particularly strong noise canceling.

The industry has been abuzz with rumors surrounding Apple's upcoming MacBook Pro lineup. Recent estimates cast doubt on the likelihood of an October event, although the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max are still widely expected to see the light of day within this year.

Tiny Glade is a recently released building game that gives players almost complete freedom to construct medieval building complexes. This has been very well received on Steam, with over 5,000 ratings shortly after its launch, 96 percent of which are positive.

Casio and the Gundam Fan Club have unveiled their new collaboration - the G-SHOCK x GUNDAM Principality of Zeon Model, inspired by the Zaku II mobile suit. The limited edition watch features rugged durability and a glowing Zeon emblem.

The latest Lenovo Legion Slim Gen 9 gaming laptop with a 16-inch 2560x1600 resolution display is currently retailing at a steep $400 discount at Micro Center. The resulting price has made the laptop a no-brainer, since it packs a Ryzen 7 7435HS CPU and an RTX 4070 laptop GPU.

One of the major highlights of Epic Games Store on PC is its free games program, which refreshes each week with new titles and in-game content that you can claim for $0. The digital storefront now plans to bring something similar to its mobile store.

A rumored sequel to 2003's Sonic Heroes is reportedly set for Autumn 2025. The new game could bring back team-based gameplay with upgraded graphics, though nothing has been officially confirmed.

The Xiaomi 15 series will be among the first lineups to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. A new report from a reputed tipster suggests it could launch on October 20 in China. The tipster also reports that the Honor Magic 7 could debut on October 30.

Hurricane Helene devastated many parts of the US over the weekend with heavy flooding and destruction. However, a Rivian R1T owner was pleasantly surprised to find his truck operational after being dragged a significant distance.

Oukitel is all set to launch the RT3 Pro rugged tablet later this month. The RT3 Pro is built to MIL-STD-810H, IP68, and IP69K standards, which means it can withstand pet peeves and the harsh outdoors with equal elan. The RT3 Pro offers excellent mobile and wireless networking thanks to a powerful MediaTek G81 chipset and up to a combined 16 GB of RAM.

Lately, government agencies have been cracking down on privacy-oriented messaging services, leaving many with a sense of uncertainty surrounding their online privacy. Fortunately, SimpleX Chat has taken to solving this issue, and in his latest video, Mental Outlaw explores the unique privacy features that set SimpleX Chat apart.

Qualcomm and Epic Games are transforming in-car experiences by integrating Unreal Engine into the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform, which will let automakers deliver personalized, immersive, and intelligent digital environments inside vehicles.

A reputable retailer is offering a large 66% discount on the ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 with the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840HS, 16GB RAM, and dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU with 6GB VRAM. Priced at $1,061, it features a 4K IPS display, upgradable memory, and modern connectivity options like USB 4 and Wi-Fi 6E, which makes it worth considering for multimedia users who are looking for a 16-inch workstation laptop.

SenseRobot has unveiled the SenseRobot Chess - an AI robotic chess coach with a 2,900 ELO rating to help children hone their chess tactics. The coach provides verbal feedback to help children develop advanced chess skills while moving pieces on real chess boards as an opponent.

A recent update to the Valve Steamworks documentation revealed the deadline for developers who need to comply with German regulations that require an Age Rating to be displayed. The date is November 15th. The games without a rating by then will no longer be displayed to Steam customers in Germany.