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Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 8-core analysis - The X1P-42-100 is smaller and cheaper, but not very efficient

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 8-core analysis - The X1P-42-100 is smaller and cheaper, but not very efficient

Still fast enough? Just over two months after the launch of the Snapdragon X Elite processors and the 10-core Snapdragon X Plus, Qualcomm has now released further ARM processors for laptops, including the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core variants with slower GPUs. We have tested the cheaper X1P-42-100.
Andreas Osthoff, 04 Sep 2024 22:39
Bluetooth 6.0 will be especially useful in environments where multiple devices are advertising their connections. (Image source: Bluetooth)

Bluetooth v6.0 launched with enhanced connectivity and seamless audio streaming

New Bluetooth Core Specification version 6.0 introduces advanced features like Bluetooth Channel Sounding for precise distance measurement, Decision-Based Advertising Filtering for efficient scanning, and ISOAL Enhancement to reduce latency in audio streaming.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Sep 2024 21:34
The Pocket Mini will be one of the most powerful sub-4-inch gaming handhelds around. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid confirms high-end chipset for new AMOLED-wielding Pocket Mini gaming handheld

Retroid is edging closer to releasing the Pocket Mini, a 3.7-inch gaming handheld equipped with a 960p AMOLED display. Added to that, the Retroid Pocket Mini should be considerably more powerful than rivals like the Anbernic RG40XX H, thanks to the inclusion of a particularly powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 21:23
The Anbernic RG406V supports local multiplayer and external monitor output. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG406V: Anbernic showcases new retro gaming handheld with upgrades and strong PS2 emulation performance

Anbernic has announced the RG406V, a new 4-inch gaming handheld that builds on last year's RG405V. Based on early teasers, the Anbernic RG406V features a better display than its predecessor, as well as a faster chipset that should be capable of emulating PS2 games at up to 1.5x native resolution.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 21:19
The Retroid Pocket 5 looks to challenge the established gaming handheld order in various areas. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 5 to shake up retro gaming handheld market by combining 1080p AMOLED display with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, 5,000 mAh battery and Linux support

The Retroid Pocket 5 is slowly taking shape. Having confirmed the presence of a 5.5-inch and 1080p AMOLED display last week, Retroid has now revealed that the Pocket 5 will challenge the established order with a decent-sized battery and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 chipset.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 21:12
Asus VivoBook 14 Flip and VivoBook 16 Flip are powered by the Core Ultra 7 258V. (Image Source: Asus)

IFA 2024 | Asus unveils VivoBook 14 Flip and VivoBook 16 Flip convertibles with Lunar Lake Core Ultra 7 258V and Lumina OLED displays

Asus has launched the VivoBook 14 Flip and VivoBook 16 Flip Copilot+ PCs powered by the new Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Lunar Lake processor together with 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The VivoBook 14 Flip and 16 Flip share a similar spec sheet for the most part, but the VivoBook 16 Flip features a 3K 120 Hz OLED panel while the 14 Flip makes do with a FHD+ 60 Hz OLED display.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Sep 2024 21:10
The Powerbeats Pro earbuds will get a successor in 2025. (Image source: BeatsbyDre).

Beats to launch Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds in 2025

The Powerbeats Pro were released in 2019 which means they are over five years old already. Now, Beats has confirmed a successor is coming but there's still a lot of waiting to do before the earbuds arrive.
Habeeb Onawole, 04 Sep 2024 20:59
The Galaxy S23 FE debuted in October last year. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE details revealed in new leak

The final device in the Galaxy S24 series is set to launch soon. The Galaxy S24 FE will sit beneath the vanilla Galaxy S24 model and new leaks have now revealed details of the device ahead of its debut.
Ricci Rox, 04 Sep 2024 20:35
The new Paper Pro from reMarkable brings color support along with a front light for an enhanced experience. (Image source: reMarkable)

reMarkable Paper Pro: Brand new E-Ink tablet with an 11.8-inch color touchscreen and front light released at $579

The newly launched reMarkable Paper Pro is an impressive, albeit expensive new E-ink tablet with support for colors as well as a front light which massively improves usage in low-light conditions. The tablet also sports upgraded internals, and claims a 2-week battery life courtesy of its 5,030 mAh battery.
Sambit Saha, 04 Sep 2024 19:29
Android TV H96 Max V56 (Image Source: Amazon)

Android TV Box gets unofficial Ubuntu 24.04 upgrade

Thanks to the efforts of Murray R. Van Luyn and countless Linux developers, the popular H96 Max Android TV box can now run an Armbian Ubuntu 22.04 installation. The full process is now available for users to try.
Stephen Pereyra, 04 Sep 2024 19:22
Acer's latest 32-inch and 4K monitor has various Smart TV features built-in. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer delivers CS322QK 4K and USB-C monitor that doubles as a Smart TV thanks to LG webOS platform

Acer has announced the CS322QK, a new 32-inch and 4K monitor on the face of it. However, not only does the monitor offer USB Type-C Power Delivery, but it can also work as a Smart TV thanks to the inclusion of LG's webOS platform.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 19:18
The NUC 14 Pro AI also has an embedded fingerprint scanner. (Image source: ASUS)

IFA 2024 | ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI revealed as early Intel Lunar Lake mini-PC with 0.6-litre case and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports

ASUS has previewed the NUC 14 Pro AI, a new entry in its burgeoning mini-PC series. Arriving hot on the heels of the NUC 14 Performance, the NUC 14 Pro AI jumps to Intel's new Lunar Lake architecture with a Core Ultra 9 288V processor that also features an Arc 140V iGPU.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 19:14
The Roborock Z1 Molecular Sieve Washer Dryer is available to pre-order in China. (Image source: Roborock)

Roborock Z1 Molecular Sieve new smart washer dryer arrives

Roborock has unveiled the Z1 Molecular Sieve Washer Dryer in China. This latest model offers the brand’s Zeo-cycle system for gentle drying, with a wide range of intelligent features and app-based control. Plus, newer FineFoam technology is said to reduce water and energy consumption.
Polly Allcock, 04 Sep 2024 18:49
X TV is designed to bring exclusive content and live events to your home TV in addition to videos from X.  (Image source: GooglePlay Store)

Elon Musk brings new competition for YouTube with X TV, beta version of the streaming app already available

X TV, a new streaming platform aimed at competing with YouTube through exclusive content and live events, has recently entered its beta phase and is now available for users.
Marius Müller, 04 Sep 2024 18:33
Apple's upcoming Watch Series X is expected to bring along a wide array of improvements and design changes. (Image source: MajinBuOfficial via Twitter)

Leak reveals Apple Watch Series X will feature titanium case, larger displays, and thinner chassis

Less than a week away from launch, tipster Majin Bu has revealed several of the design changes that the upcoming Apple Watch Series X is expected to witness, the most noticeable of which might be the new titanium case which will likely be larger as well as thinner than its predecessor.
Sambit Saha, 04 Sep 2024 18:26
The Nitro XV240 F6 is the fastest of Acer's new Nitro gaming monitors. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer presents three new Nitro 'UltraSpeed' gaming monitors with 500 Hz, 520 Hz and 600 Hz refresh rates

Acer has unveiled a trio of new Nitro-branded gaming monitors. Also referred to as 'UltraSpeed' on account of their exceedingly high refresh rates, the Nitro XV270 F5, Nitro XV270U F5 and Nitro XV240 F6 all exceed 500 Hz and range from $599.99 to $799.99 in North America.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 18:24
The Acer Swift 16 makes a debut at IFA 2024. (Image Source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer Swift 16 debuts with 3K OLED touch panel and Lunar Lake options up to Core Ultra 9 288V

Acer has introduced a new Swift 16 AI laptop at IFA 2024 powered by Intel's latest Lunar Lake Core Ultra Series 2 processors. The Swift 16 AI can be configured up to the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V with up to 32 GB RAM and features a 3K OLED touch panel, Wi-Fi 7, and a 75 Whr battery.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Sep 2024 18:08
Lunar Lake Asus ExpertBook P5 starts at $1,099.99 (Image source: Asus)

IFA 2024 | Asus ExpertBook P5 debuts as lightweight business laptop with Lunar Lake

Announced back in Computex, Asus has now fully detailed its new ExpertBook P5. It's among the first business laptops with Intel Lunar Lake, and the laptop features Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, up to 32 GB of RAM, a 14-inch QHD display, and Copilot+ PC support.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Sep 2024 18:00
Asus has shown off a new Lunar Lake powered ZenBook at IFA 2024 (image source: Asus)

IFA 2024 | Asus ZenBook S14 announced with Intel Lunar Lake CPUs and 3K OLED panel

The Asus ZenBook S14 is now official with Intel's new Lunar Lake CPUs. Depending on the CPU, you get 16 GB or 32 GB of RAM, a 1 TB NVMe SSD and two Thunderbolt 4.0 ports.
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 18:00
The Asus VivoVook S14 is now official (image source: Asus)

Asus VivoBook S14 gets refreshed with Intel Lunar Lake processors

Asus has unveiled a new laptop with Intel's latest silicon. The VivoBook S14 is now purchasable with a Core Ultra 7 258V, 14-inch 16:10 OLED screen and a 75 Wh battery. Prices start at $1,000 for the base variant.
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 18:00
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 can plug into Tesla Superchargers directly (Image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai debuts first EV with NACS port and lifted Ioniq 5 XRT trim for off-roading

Hyundai used to be on the fence about equipping its electric cars with NACS ports because it considers Tesla's Superchargers relatively slow. It has now come around with the first Tesla NACS-equipped Ioniq 5 that can plug into Superchargers directly.
Daniel Zlatev, 04 Sep 2024 17:57
The V5 is one of several Predator XB273K monitors that Acer has announced in the last few years. (Image source: Acer)

Predator XB273K V5: Acer details new mid-range gaming monitor with pricing and availability also confirmed

Acer has introduced yet another Predator XB273K gaming monitor. Now on its fifth iteration, the Acer Predator XB273K combines a 4K resolution with a fast refresh rate. Acer has also confirmed global pricing and availability, among other things.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 17:42
Players are jumping off the map in-game to their doom, accelerating their progress towards the Platinum trophy. (Image source: Radec / Sony PlayStation)

Players are jumping off the map in-game as Sony’s Concord shutdown sparks a race for ultra-rare Platinum trophy

Sony’s sudden announcement of Concord’s shutdown on September 6 has sparked a frantic race among players to secure the game’s elusive Platinum trophy. Desperate players are exploiting Rivalry mode by jumping off cliffs in-game to quickly earn experience points. With limited time left, the Platinum trophy could become one of the rarest in PlayStation history.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Sep 2024 17:19
The Project DualPlay cannot fly, despite what Acer's product imagery may suggest. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer showcases Project DualPlay gaming laptop with Nintendo Switch-like innovative removable controllers

Acer has revealed the Project DualPlay, one of several laptops that it has presented today. While only a concept for the time being, the Project DualPlay highlights some of the new avenues in which Acer is considering taking the established laptop form factor.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 17:16
The Iconia X12 is an Android tablet with pen and keyboard support. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer reveals new versatile Iconia X12 tablet with AMOLED display and quad speakers for under €400

Acer has now presented the Iconia X12, a versatile tablet that is not the most unusual product it has unveiled today. While the Iconia X12 features a large AMOLED display that outputs at 1600p (QHD), the company has made cutbacks in a few areas to hit a €369 target price.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 17:13
Acer Nitro V 14 inherits Ryzen 8000 prowess from its elder cousin. (Image Source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer introduces Nitro V 14 with Ryzen 8040 APUs, RTX 4050, and MUX switch

Acer is introducing a Nitro V 14 variant this year at IFA 2024. The Nitro V 14 leverages AMD Ryzen 8040 series APUs with Ryzen AI while offering GPU choices up to the RTX 4050 Laptop GPU. The laptop also offers a MUX switch and can be configured with up to a 2.5K 120 Hz IPS panel.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Sep 2024 17:11
Nvidia Hopper H100 GPU (Image source: Nvidia)

Elon Musk's xAI brings the Colossus 100k H100 training cluster online

At the end of a 122-day effort, xAI's development team has managed to bring the most powerful AI training system in the world to date online. For now, it has 100k H100 GPUs, but Musk claims that the number will double in a few months. Google topped at 90k GPUs, while OpenAI's top-of-the-line AI training system sports 80k GPUs.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Sep 2024 16:49
(Image Source: XPG)

Deal | XPG Xenia 15G gaming laptop with Intel i7-14700HX and RTX 4070 drops to $1,239

XPG also includes 16 GB DDR5-5600 RAM and a 1 TB LEGEND 850 PCIe 4.0 SSD both from ADATA. Port selection does not come with high-speed ports and the chassis is somewhat bulkier, which, in turn, allows for better cooling capacity with less noise.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Sep 2024 16:46
The SonoFlow Pro. (Image source: 1MORE)

1MORE SonoFlow Pro touted as best in its class of ANC headphones for less than $100

1MORE asserts that its latest addition to the SonoFlow line are the best wireless over-ear headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC) under a certain price-point. Their updated QuietMax technology is touted to reduce more than 10% of unwanted noise than the older version. The OEM also touts the new Pros as capable of delivering up to 100 hours of play-time for under $100.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2024 16:41
GoPro has beaten DJI to releasing new action cameras this year. (Image source: GoPro)

GoPro releases new Hero 13 Black action camera with new lens mods alongside curious GoPro Hero

GoPro has now refreshed its action camera range with not one but two new models. Arriving today, the GoPro Hero 13 Black builds on the older Hero 12 Black in a few areas. By contrast, the GoPro Hero is one of the company's most stripped-back action cameras to date, which is underlined by its $199 launch price.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 16:17
The Nitro GS272U. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Nitro GS272U M debuts as Acer's latest take on the smart gaming monitor

The Nitro GS272U M has been unveiled as a smart monitor - albeit one rated to support a 180Hz refresh rate over USB-C at a resolution of 1440p. It also features DisplayPort and HDMI inputs and inbuilt sound - albeit over dual 3 watt (W) speakers. The monitor is slated to hit the market at the sub-$700 price tier.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2024 16:01
RedMagic will sell its next gaming tablets in multiple variants, all with flagship-grade Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets. (Image source: RedMagic)

Nubia reveals images of new high-end RedMagic gaming tablets in two colours before launch day

Nubia is a day away from releasing new RedMagic gaming tablets. Nonetheless, the company has now revealed what at least one of these flagship tablets will look like in a series of images.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 15:30
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 9 has a spare slot for expandable SSD storage. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Latest Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 9 with 1200-nit mini LED display and RTX 4060 is on sale at noticeable discount

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 9 with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, 32 GB of LPDDR5x-7467 memory, 1 TB of storage, and a 1,200-nit mini LED touch panel is now going for a 16% discount. The laptop is Lenovo's top-end multimedia machine that is highly rated by both the press and the users.
Fawad Murtaza, 04 Sep 2024 15:21
Acer Nitro 14 (2024) review: Compact RTX 4060 gaming notebook with long battery life

80% Acer Nitro 14 (2024) review: Compact RTX 4060 gaming notebook with long battery life

Coherent. A Ryzen 5 8645HS, a GeForce RTX 4060 and 16 GB of RAM offer mid-range gaming power and ensure great battery life. The laptop’s hardware is rounded off by a 16:10 14.5-inch panel (2.5K, 120Hz and G-Sync support) and a USB4 port. The entire package is available for €1,449 (around US$1,600).
AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 14.5", 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 Sep 2024 15:06
Acer's new gaming monitor will feature Pulsar technology for 4x better motion sharpness (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer unveils new 1440p gaming monitor with 360Hz refresh rate

Acer's new Predator XB273U F5 monitor offers a 27-inch IPS matte display with 2560x1440p resolution and a blazing-fast 360Hz refresh rate. It also features Nvidia G-Sync Pulsar technology for improved motion sharpness and VRR support.
Nitisha Upadhye, 04 Sep 2024 15:01
The new Acer Swift 14 AI laptop has four Lunar Lake CPU options (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer intros new Swift 14 AI with Intel Lunar Lake processors

Acer has unveiled a bunch of Intel Lunar Lake laptops today, and one of them is the new Swift 14 AI. Available with four Intel Core Ultra 200 series processors, the new laptop meets the Copilot+ PC program, making it one of the slimmest options that support Microsoft's new AI features.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
ASUS has now fleshed out the Vivobook S 15 with Snapdragon X1 Plus chipsets. (Image source: ASUS)

IFA 2024 | ASUS refreshes Vivobook S 15 laptop with new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets and cheaper starting prices

ASUS has brought Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X Plus chipsets to its Vivobook S 15 laptop. Still equipped with a 2.8K OLED display, LPDDR5-8448 RAM and a 70 Wh battery, the new Vivobook S 15 models start at less than their Snapdragon X Elite or AMD Strix Point (Zen 5) counterparts.
Alex Alderson, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
The Vero PD2328. (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer presents new Vero PD2-series projectors with up to 18% more brightness than previous generation

The latest additions to the Vero line are touted as the best projectors for basic home and work use thanks to their generationally upgraded brightness, further boosted by Acer LumiSense, ColorBoost LED and ColorPurity+ technologies. The PD2528ic and PD2328 are also rated for cost-effective 24/7 operation with EcoProjection modes and an LED source touted to use up to 42% less power than traditional lamp-lit alternatives.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
Lunar Lake Acer TravelMate P6 14 weighs 0.99 kg (Image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer TravelMate P6 14 AI weighs under 1 KG and sports up to Intel Core Ultra 7 268V

Acer has refreshed the TravelMate P6 14 AI with Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors. The new Lunar Lake laptop weighs under 0.99 kg, making it one of the lightest laptops in the Copilot+ PC program. It can be equipped with up to Intel Core Ultra 7 268V.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
Acer's first handheld gaming console is now official (image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer Nitro Blaze handheld console announced with last-gen AMD APU and 2 TB NVMe SSD

Acer has shown off its first handheld gaming console, the Nitro Blaze. It will come with a 7-inch 144 Hz FHD screen, 50 Wh battery, and two USB-C ports. The company promises to reveal its price and availability soon.
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
Acer's new high-end gaming desktop, the Predator Orion 7000, has been announced (image source: Acer)

IFA 2024 | Acer Predator Orion 7000: High-end pre-built gaming desktop announced with mystery Intel CPU, GeForce RTX 4080 and a Thunderbolt 4.0 port

The Acer Predator Orion 7000 gaming desktop is now official. It comes with what appears to be Intel's Arrow Lake CPUs, a GeForce RTX 4090, a 1,200 Watt PSU and a 360 mm AIO cooler
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 15:00
Dell Latitude 5455 can be had with the new Snapdragon X1P-42-100 SoC. (Image Source: Dell)

IFA 2024 | Dell Latitude 5455 arrives later this month in Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 and X1P-42-100 options

Dell is offering the Latitude 5455 in both X1P-64-100 and the new X1P-42-100 Snapdragon X Plus variants. The Latitude 5455 comes with a host of security and management features tailored for business customers along with Copilot+ smarts.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Sep 2024 14:42
Dell Inspiron 14 5441 comes in both Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 and X1P-64-100 options. (Image Source: Dell)

IFA 2024 | Dell Inspiron 14 5441 now available for $899 with new Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 SoC

Dell showed off an Inspiron 14 5441 SKU powered by the new Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 SoC. The Copilot+ laptop can also be configured with an X1P-64-100 chip. Apart from the SoC and display, the base Inspiron 14 is largely identical to the Inspiron 14 Plus 7441 that was announced a few months ago.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Sep 2024 13:34
Qualcomm has announced two new CPUs for entry-level laptops (image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm unveils two new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus CPUs

Qualcomm has unveiled two new Snapdragon X Plus SKUs, the X1P-46-100 and X1P-42-100. Both come with an 8-core CPU and a weaker GPU than the one found on its 10-core counterpart (X1P-64-100), but use the same NPU.
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 13:00
Fossibot F109 Pro (Image source: Fossibot)

Fossibot F109 Pro coming next week with a secondary screen and MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ inside

Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor, the 6.7-inch Fossibot F109 Pro is set to launch next week. This 5G rugged handset will hit the market loaded with Android 14, its main highlight being the rear-mounted 1.32-inch IPS display with 360 x 360 pixels.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Sep 2024 13:00
The Ryzen 5 7600X3D is a cut-down Ryzen 7 7800X3D with two cores disabled. (Image source: Tom's Hardware, Notebookcheck, edited)

Exciting budget gamer: Ryzen 5 7600X3D thrashes Ryzen 5 9600X with double-digit lead in gaming

The newly launched Ryzen 5 7600X3D has proven to be a fantastic gaming CPU in new gaming tests. The CPU reportedly not only outshines the latest 6-core Ryzen 5 9600X but also pulls ahead of the flagship Core i9-14900K.
Fawad Murtaza, 04 Sep 2024 12:59
The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leaked image revealed the 'dual AI chip' text underneath the front-mounted display. (Image source: PhotoRumors)

First Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leak reveals 8K/30fps video, Leica lens, and dual AI chip

Thanks to a brand-new leak, we now have our first look at the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera, featuring 8K/30fps video, a dual AI chip, and a Leica Super-Summarit-A lens.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Sep 2024 11:47
MSI has shown off a new Stealth 16 AI variant with AMD silicon (image source: MSI)

MSI Stealth 16 AI+ now official with an AMD Strix Point processor and multiple panel choices

The MSI Stealth 16 AI+ is now official with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Strix Point CPU. You can pair it with a GeForce RTX 4070 and uip to 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Its 16-inch, 16:10 screen is available in IPS LCD, OLED and miniLED flavouts.
Anil Ganti, 04 Sep 2024 11:29
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (Image source: XDA Forums)

Trouble in paradise: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL facing touchscreen issues

Although there is an old-school workaround for this issue, which consists of a phone reboot, Google must address the touchscreen problem reported by some Pixel 9 Pro XL owners. Unfortunately, the handsets plagued by this issue fail to detect touch input in the touchscreen's corners.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Sep 2024 10:34
The Acer Nitro XV272 W2 gaming monitor is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon and features some compelling specs for gamers and content creators alike. (Image source: Acer - edited)

Deal | 27-inch Acer Nitro 1440p, 240Hz gaming monitor becomes budget star with 48% Amazon discount

The 27-inch Acer Nitro XV272U has just come down to a whopping $249, making it an excellent budget option for gamers and entry-level content creators alike. The 1440p Acer Nitro gaming monitor has a 240 Hz refresh rate and covers 99% of the sRGB and 88% of the Adobe RGB colour gamuts, with solid accuracy to boot.
Julian van der Merwe, 04 Sep 2024 09:14
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