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The Momentum 4 Wireless. (Image source: Sennheiser)

Deal | Get up to $180 off Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless as officially refurbished headphones

Sennheiser US has announced that Certified Refurbished units of its current flagship wireless headphones are now available for sale at a considerable discount compared to their original starting price. The adaptive ANC-capable Momentum 4 Wireless are also available new at up to 34% of this amount on Amazon.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2024 15:27

A new OPPO feature? (Image source: Weibo)

OPPO Find X8: New leak asserts upcoming smartphone will not have extra camera button

OPPO's latest Hasselblad-branded flagship Android smartphones are projected to debut soon with an updated build that incorporates a number of next-gen iPhone design cues. One of them is a new, possibly capacitive, button dedicated to functions such as the devices' camera shutter. However, the vanilla Find X8 is now thought to miss out on this feature.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2024 14:54

Google has designed the Pixel 9 Pro Fold to be incompatible with its official wireless chargers. (Image source: Google)

Google confirms Pixel 9 Pro Fold incompatibility with official wireless charging accessories thanks to curious design

Google may have now started shipping the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, but it is still keeping the Pixel 9 Pro Fold waiting in the wings. Not only does the company's new foldable feature weaker camera hardware and a different design than its Pixel 9 Pro counterparts, but it also turns out that Google has designed the Pixel 9 Pro Fold to be incompatible with its official wireless charging accessories.

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2024 14:08

There's no word on pricing and availability of Huawei Sound Joy 2 yet (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Sound Joy 2 debuts as new waterproof wireless speaker with long battery life

Huawei has announced the Sound Joy 2, a new Bluetooth speaker with up to 26 hours of runtime, IP67 waterproof rating, and 40W fast charging. The wireless speaker also sports a quad-unit setup with up to 85 dBA sound output.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Aug 2024 12:48

Scientists previously theorized the global electric field should begin at around 150 miles (250 kilometers) altitude. (Image source: NASA/Conceptual Image Lab/Wes Buchanan/Krystofer Kim)

60 years in the making: NASA confirms hypothesis on Earth's global electric field

NASA's recent rocket launch confirmed the existence of a global electric field around Earth, a key factor in space weather and atmospheric dynamics. This field, driven by the interaction between solar wind and Earth's magnetosphere, affects radio comms, GPS, and satellite operations.

Anubhav Sharma, 31 Aug 2024 12:32

OxiWear receives FDA clearance for continuous blood oxygen ear clip that works even during motion

OxiWear has received FDA clearance for its continuous blood oxygen ear-clip monitor that works even during motion. Other monitors can only measure accurately when users are at rest or are not FDA cleared as a medical device for accuracy and safety. The ear-wearable alerts the user to low oxygen levels in addition to calling emergency services.

David Chien, 31 Aug 2024 04:10

Brazilian Supreme Court orders service providers and app stores to block X (Twitter) within five days after company fails to name legal representative

Brazilian Supreme Court has ordered service providers and app stores to block X (Twitter) within five days after the company failed to name legal representative, a requirement for foreign companies operating within Brazil. The move is another chapter in the continuing row between Justice Alexandre de Moraes and Elon Musk, who is accused of helping spread fake news and threats against the justices.

David Chien, 31 Aug 2024 02:54

The 55-inch LG C4 OLED TV is now available on Amazon for its lowest price ever. (Image source: LG US)

Deal | Excellent 55-inch LG C4 OLED TV with 144 Hz refresh rate drops to lowest price ever on Amazon

LG's 55-inch C4 is an easy-to-recommend OLED TV with superb picture quality courtesy of its OLED panel with true blacks and an excellent HDR viewing experience. Its 144 Hz refresh rate along with near-instant response times makes the TV an excellent gaming display as well. Thanks to Amazon's recent discount, the 55-inch LG C4 can now be purchased for its lowest price ever on the platform.

Sambit Saha, 31 Aug 2024 01:33

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G5: A nearly perfect business laptop

Not the brightest screen, not the fastest processor, not the best battery life - in all these categories, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 Intel is just average. The strengths of this device are located in other areas, like the input devices, the connectivity and repairability.

Benjamin Herzig, 30 Aug 2024 22:54

The HP Envy 14 convertible features a sleek aluminium body with a 360-degree hinge and MPP 2.0 pen input. (Image source: HP)

Deal | HP Envy 14 convertible with AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS gets smashing $450 discount at Best Buy

Both the Ryzen 7 8840HS- and Ryzen 5 8640HS-powered HP Envy 14 2-in-1 convertible laptops have been steeply discounted at Best Buy, with the former now coming in at a whopping $599.99. For that price, you get 16 GB of DDR5-6400 RAM, up to a 1 TB NVMe SSD, and identical or better performance than something like an Asus ROG Ally, with added pen input benefits, to boot.

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Aug 2024 22:24

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D is now official (image source: Notebookcheck)

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D launched for $299, but only in one market

AMD has officially unveiled its second Zen 4-based X3D CPU. While the Ryzen 5 7600X3D is relatively inexpensive at $299, it can only be purchased in the US from Micro Center.

Anil Ganti, 30 Aug 2024 20:54

The Y300 Pro. (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Vivo Y300 Pro benchmarking leak points to underwhelming specs for upcoming mid-ranger

The Y300 Pro is the first device to be teased with Vivo's next-gen industrial design for Android smartphones. It is also slated to rock one of the OEM's latest and highest-capacity batteries with decently fast charging. However, those specs are its best selling points, according to a new Geekbench listing.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2024 20:07

Lenovo Legion Go dock is now available to purchase (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Go USB-C dock becomes available to purchase with an introductory discount

Lenovo announced a good number of accessories for the Legion Go, and among them is a new USB-C dock. It's now available to purchase, and Lenovo is offering an introductory discount, dropping the dock for the gaming handheld to $47.03 from $64.99.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Aug 2024 20:04

OnePlus 13 tipped to launch earlier than 12 in China

The OnePlus 12 lost the race to be the first Android smartphone to launch with its top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor in 2023; however, its successor might have a chance to finish in more of a leading position this year. The 13 is now backed to launch ahead of a certain major sales event in China, which means it might be here relatively soon.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2024 19:19

The OpenRun Pro 2's looks are practically unchanged, but it houses a hybrid driver setup (Image source: Shokz)

Shokz launches OpenRun Pro 2 running headphones with dual bone and air conduction drivers

Shokz has updated its popular bone-conduction headphones for runners, with the launch of the OpenRun Pro 2. The new model now uses a dual driver setup, with bone conduction for mids and highs, and a new air conduction driver to handle bass frequencies. Battery life and charging is improved slightly, and Bluetooth 5.3 support added, for the same $180 launch price as its predecessor.

Vishal Bhardwaj, 30 Aug 2024 19:15

It remains to be seen whether Xiaomi will introduce a new 14-inch flagship tablet, Pad 6 Max pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Leaker outlines future Xiaomi Pad 7 series release with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and OLED upgrades planned

Xiaomi is not ready to unveil new flagship tablets just yet. Regardless, a renowned leaker has outlined up to four tablets that are slated to arrive under the Xiaomi Pad 7 series, some of which will arrive with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and OLED display upgrades.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 18:41

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gen 8 AMD with the RTX 4080 is now on sale with a discount of 36% (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gen 8 with AMD Ryzen 9, RTX 4080, 32GB RAM and 2TB SSD is now cheaper than ever before

One of the most interesting AMD configurations of the Legion Pro 7 Gen 8 has now dropped below the $2,000 mark for the very first time as Lenovo has discounted the Ryzen 9 and RTX 4080-powered gaming laptop by a whopping 36%.

Enrico Frahn, 30 Aug 2024 18:41

Motorola will not fully release the Moto S50 until September 5. (Image source: Motorola)

Moto S50: Motorola sets release date for new mid-range smartphone

Motorola has now revealed when it will start selling the Moto S50. Following on from the Moto S50 Neo earlier this year, the Moto S50 will rival its Realme and Xiaomi peers with hardware like a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset and a 50 MP camera complemented by optical image stabilisation (OIS).

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 18:35

An allegedly leaked S24 FE promo. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE gets closer to launch in new leak

Samsung's next Fan Edition (or FE) Android smartphone is on course for an imminent launch, according to a new leak. It may or may not confirm the similarities between it and other members of the flagship Galaxy S24 series, while hinting at features that might be exclusive to the new variant.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2024 18:34

Retroid plans to offer Pocket 5 owners plenty of customisation options. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 5 aims to tempt retro gaming handheld fans with classic colour combos and DIY translucent back shells

Retroid has now revealed more information about the Pocket 5 before a full reveal next week alongside the Pocket Mini. Not only will the Retroid Pocket 5 launch with a comparatively large OLED display, but it will also be available in retro console-inspired colour options with optional translucent back panels.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 18:31

The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio packs an RTX 4070 Laptop GPU and Core Ultra 9 185H CPU for excellent gaming prowess. (Image source: MSI)

Deal | RTX 4070-powered MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio gaming laptop with 240 Hz QHD+ display drops to lowest price ever on Amazon

The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio is an decently-specced gaming laptop with a Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 64 GB of memory, and an excellent QHD+ 240 Hz display. Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, this easy-to-recommend laptop can now be had for its lowest price ever.

Sambit Saha, 30 Aug 2024 18:07

Intel's financial problems prompt careful scrutiny of its fab business

Intel and its prominent bank investors are now analyzing solutions that can quickly help stabilize the dire financial situation. Plans include a spinoff for the fab business, althogh axing certain fab expansions is more likely.

Bogdan Solca, 30 Aug 2024 17:55

Anker PowerCore 20K power bank has dropped to its all-time low price (Image source: Anker)

Deal | Limited-time deal drops Anker PowerCore 20K power bank to $25.99

The Anker PowerCore 20K, also known as the 325 power bank, is now enjoying a limited-time sale. It has dropped to $25.99, which is a steep 40% discount and the all-time low price for the unit.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Aug 2024 17:36

Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro are expected to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra and Dimensity 9300+ respectively. (Image source: Xiaomi/Dealabs)

Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro: New leak reveals pricing and specs ahead of upcoming launch

Xiaomi's upcoming 14T and 14T Pro have been leaked yet again, revealing their key specs and prices. Both devices feature powerful MediaTek Dimensity SoCs, impressive cameras, and 5,000 mAh batteries. An official release is expected soon, potentially alongside the Xiaomi MIX Flip's EU launch.

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Aug 2024 17:18

The LG "All-in-One" robot vacuum and mop will be shown at IFA 2024. (Image source: LG)

LG All-in-One new powerful robot vacuum and mop appears

LG has announced that its new "All-in-One" robot vacuum and mop will be on show at IFA 2024 in September. The model offers up to 10,000 Pa suction power and can detect 96 objects. Plus, the intelligent docking station can wash and dry the mop and replenish the water tank.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 16:41

The BP Doctor Fit Gen 3 smartwatch has a blood pressure cuff. (Image source: YHE)

BP Doctor Fit blood pressure smartwatch now available more widely

The BP Doctor Fit Gen 3 Blood Pressure Smartwatch from YHE technology can now be purchased from the brand’s website. The wearable was launched via an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign and is now being shipped to backers. Features include health and fitness tracking, exportable data and the ability to sync with Apple Health.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 16:35

LG will show the All-in-One Tower Combi at IFA 2024 in Berlin. (Image source: LG)

LG All-in-One Tower Combi with robot vacuum coming to IFA 2024

The LG All-in-One Tower Combi cordless vacuum cleaner with a secondary robot vacuum is coming to IFA 2024. Both devices can vacuum and mop, and the product comes with an intelligent docking station with Dual Auto Empty. Features of the stick vacuum include an LED light and spray mechanism.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 16:27

The BenQ EH700 projector is designed for business use. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ EH700 laser projector with low input lag now available

BenQ has listed the EH700 laser projector on its website in two countries. The model is advertised as suitable for use in business settings with various dedicated tools. Features include a low input lag and support for wireless screen-casting technologies, including AirPlay.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 16:22

The Edge 50 has reached Europe in Koala Grey, Jungle Green and Peach Fuzz colour options. (Image source: Motorola)

Edge 50: Motorola brings mid-range smartphone to Europe with launch bonus worth €150

Motorola is now offering the Edge 50 in Europe, roughly a month after debuting the device in India. Available in three colour options and 512 GB of storage, the Motorola Edge 50 also comes with a healthy launch bonus worth €149.99.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 16:18

The Osmo Action 5 Pro is rumoured to launch with 50% longer battery life than its predecessor. (Image source: @JasperEllens)

Osmo Action 5 Pro: Unboxing footage confirms 50% battery life improvement for GoPro Hero 13 Black rival

DJI has not publicly discussed the propsect of replacing the Osmo Action 4. Nonetheless, its successor has now been unboxed, confirming its name as the Osmo Action 5 Pro and various specs in the process.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 16:08

Sony offers a new hearing aid in in-ear design (Image source: Sony)

Sony CRE-C20: These are not in-ear headphones, but discreet hearing aids with multiple settings

The Sony CRE-C20 look like in-ear headphones — and in fact, they are. However, they are designed to be very helpful for people with impaired hearing in everyday life and look relatively discreet.

Silvio Werner, 30 Aug 2024 16:08

New Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 is expected to power sub-$800 laptops (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X series CPU for affordable laptops leaks ahead of official debut

Earlier this month, Qualcomm's CEO and president Cristiano Amon promised new Snapdragon X series laptops that will be much cheaper than current options. The processor that will power these has just leaked, and it's an 8-core X Plus CPU with a significantly less capable GPU than the other CPUs in the lineup.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Aug 2024 15:41

In a used car study by Consumer Reports, Tesla ranks third to last with the Model S and Model X. (Image source: Pixabay / Jteder)

Tradition beats innovation - Tesla takes one of the last places in used car study

While Tesla is considered the biggest innovator on the car market and tops the list of best-selling cars in the new car segment, a recent study by Consumer Reports showed that traditional brands are usually the safe choice when buying a used car.

Marius Müller, 30 Aug 2024 15:15

Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition for PC drops to an all-time low of $2.99 on GOG

Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition is now available for just $2.99 on GOG, an 85% discount from its original price of $19.99. This enhanced version includes all 24 DLCs, improved graphics & audio, and has been praised for its award-winning gameplay. The deal ends on 10/09/2024 at 06:59 UTC.

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Aug 2024 15:03

Gmail users can now also browse their mailbox on Android devices with the help of Gemini. (Image source: Google Gimini / Gmail)

Google Gemini now in the Gmail app: Smart email search via AI on Android devices

Google has integrated its Gemini assistant into the Gmail app for Android devices so that users can ask the AI specific questions about their mailbox. Previously, this was only possible in the web version.

Marius Müller, 30 Aug 2024 15:00

Motorola has not confirmed how many updates the Moto G55 5G beyond Android 14. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G55 5G debuts as new mid-range smartphone packed full of features for under €250

Motorola has introduced the Moto G55 5G, a cheaper alternative to the existing Moto G85 5G. Available now in some markets, Motorola equips the Moto G55 5G with a powerful MediaTek Dimensity chipset and a 50 MP and optically stabilised camera, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 14:11

The Moto G35 5G comes in Guava Red, Leaf Green and Midnight Black colour options. (Image source: Motorola)

Moto G35 5G: Motorola releases new 5G smartphone running Android 14 with low starting price

Motorola has now expanded its Moto G series with a new budget option. Specifically, the Moto G35 5G has arrived for under €200, despite containing a 120 Hz display, a 50 MP camera and a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 18 W charging.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2024 14:07

The Xiaomi Mijia Graphene Baseboard 2 Folding Version has arrived in China. (Image source: JD.com)

Xiaomi reveals new folding smart graphene baseboard heater with HyperOS

Xiaomi has unveiled the Mijia Graphene Baseboard 2 Folding Version in China. The new smart heater can fold in half and is said to provide warmth in 15 minutes. Other features include upgraded sleep mode, HyperOS Connect, app-based controls and voice commands.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 13:53

The Philips 65OLED+959 Ambilight TV will launch this September. (Image source: Philips)

Philips OLED+959 TV with new Ambilight Plus launching soon

The Philips 65OLED+959 Ambilight TV will be shown at IFA 2024, with European pricing confirmed in a recent announcement. The model, launching soon, was unveiled earlier this year and will be the first to feature the brand’s advanced Ambilight Plus technology. Also included are powerful speakers and various gaming features.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 13:46

Numerous environmental activists arrested in Serbia during protests against construction of lithium mines (image source: YouTube / Reuters)

100,000 people in the streets: Mass protests escalate against Europe's largest lithium mine

Despite massive protests by around 119,000 people against the mining company Rio Tinto, Europe's largest lithium mine is now to be built in Serbia. Environmental activists fear an ecological and humanitarian catastrophe - numerous arrests have been made.

Nicole Dominikowski, 30 Aug 2024 13:39

The Valerion VisionMaster Max will be on show at IFA 2024. (Image source: Valerion)

Valerion reveals new VisionMaster Max projector with 15,000:1 contrast ratio

The Valerion VisionMaster Max, a new DLP laser projector, will be shown at IFA 2024. The model is said to have a 15,000:1 contrast ratio, 100% vertical lens shift and Dynamic IRIS technology. Other features include various gaming modes, Google TV OS and support for Dolby Vision.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 13:38

The BenQ Ace is a laser projector for golf simulation. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ launches new Ace short throw projector for golf simulation

The BenQ Ace, or AH700ST, golf simulation projector has arrived in the US. The model has a laser light source, Golf Mode and support for multiple aspect ratios. Plus, the company indicates that this model is straightforward to set up with just a few clicks thanks to automation technology.

Polly Allcock, 30 Aug 2024 13:31

The affordable Redmi 14C is now official (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi 14C debuts as cheap Android phone with 'premium' design

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Redmi 14C, the successor of the budget-friendly 13C launched last year. The new Android phone features the Helio G81 Ultra, up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, a dual camera setup on the back with a 50 MP primary sensor, and a "premium" design.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Aug 2024 11:57

Model 2 may be a compact Model Y (Image source: Tesla/YouTube)

Tesla Model 2 set for 2026 launch as compact Model Y Juniper version built on the unboxed Robotaxi platform

A cheaper Tesla Model 2 may be coming, after all. Tesla's most affordable vehicle will be announced next year, and the preparations for its mass production will be completed in Q3, for a scheduled 2026 release.

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Aug 2024 11:54

The main driving force behind TSMC's announcement seems to be NVIDIA's AI chips. Intel, however, already has a head start. (Image source: Reuters)

TSMC announces revival of glass substrate R&D, challenging Intel's lead in advanced packaging tech

Semiconductor giants like Intel and TSMC are pushing the boundaries of Moore's Law by advancing glass substrate tech. Despite challenges, Intel is targeting mass production by 2026, while TSMC - under pressure from NVIDIA - has announced the revival of its glass substrate R&D to keep up with competition.

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Aug 2024 11:40

Model Y Juniper concept with rear light bar (Image source: DominicBRNKMN/X)

Model Y Juniper release date set for March with larger 7-seater Tesla in tow

Tesla may have an answer to the Lucid Gravity later next year when it is rumored to release a special 7-seat version of the Model Y Juniper.

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Aug 2024 09:56

The PlayStation 5 Pro is less than two weeks from launch (image source: Dealabs)

PlayStation 5 Pro rumoured to arrive on September 9 with a $100 price increase

A new (albeit sketchy) leak says Sony could announce the PlayStation 5 Pro via a blog post in the coming days. Like the base console, it will arrive with or without a disk drive, with a $100 price increase on both models over its non-Pro version.

Anil Ganti, 30 Aug 2024 05:27

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