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The new PocketBook InkPad Eo is now available. (Image: PocketBook)

New PocketBook InkPad Eo e-book with color touchscreen, Android and stylus now available

The PocketBook InkPad Eo is now officially available. The e-note and e-reader device comes with a stylus and color touch display, which can be used not only to read e-books but also to take notes.

Marcus Schwarten, 24 May 2024 04:54

Samsung reportedly collects data from spare parts buyers, including via third-party stores. (Image: Onur Binay)

Samsung forces repair stores to destroy customer smartphones, iFixit ends cooperation

Those who take their Samsung Galaxy device to a repair store may get it back in pieces, since Samsung forces service providers under certain conditions to disassemble devices instead of repairing them, and to send the customer's personal data to the company. iFixit is therefore ending its cooperation with Samsung.

Hannes Brecher, 24 May 2024 04:39

Amazon's TV sale offers discounts of up to 15% on the C4 OLED series (Image: LG)

Deal | Beautiful LG C4 OLED TV drops to best price thus far on Amazon

The 55-inch and 65-inch versions of the new LG C4 have received 15% discounts on Amazon, while the price for the 77-inch OLED TV has also been cut by more than $400.

Enrico Frahn, 23 May 2024 22:23

Leica's D-Lux 8 drastically simplifies the control scheme compared to the D-Lux 7. (Image source: Leica)

Leica D-Lux 8 launches cheaper than Fujifilm X100VI despite the Red Dot luxury

Leica has announced the D-Lux 8, the next iteration of the compact rangefinder-style camera. Despite coming from the premium brand with the Red Dot, the D-Lux 8 costs less than the Fujifilm X100VI. The new camera will officially be available in early July 2024. The updated compact camera will ship with a stylish hot-shoe flash.

Julian van der Merwe, 23 May 2024 22:05

HP's Envy 16 has a 5-megapixel IR camera with a built-in privacy shutter (Image source: HP)

Deal | HP Envy 16 with 120 Hz touchscreen, RTX 4060 slashed by $500 in limited-time offer

The HP Envy 16 can be had for just $999.99 thanks to a discount over at Best Buy. For that price, you'll get a machine equipped with a Core i7-13700H, an RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, as well as decent connectivity, including a couple of Thunderbolt 4 ports.

Tudor Cibean, 23 May 2024 21:45

Lenovo has cut the price of the AMD-equipped ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 by a significant margin (Image: Benjamin Herzig)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 laptop with AMD Ryzen 7 Pro and 32GB RAM discounted by 71%

The well-equipped AMD model of the ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 has received its steppest discount to date as Lenovo has marked the 14-inch workstation laptop down by a considerable $1,970 relative to the original list price.

Enrico Frahn, 23 May 2024 20:21

2023 ROG Zephyrus G16 with Intel Core i7 13620H and Nvidia RTX 4060 drops to $1049.99 (Image source: Asus [edited])

Deal | Sleek-looking Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 with Nvidia RTX 4060 nears all-time low

The 2023 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 with Intel Core i7 13620H, Nvidia RTX 4060, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage is on sale. You can currently get the gaming laptop from Best Buy at just $1,049.99, which is a hefty $400 discount from the regular price.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 May 2024 20:06

Samsung is rumoured to have made a few external changes for this year's Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold devices. (Image source: @rquandt & @145621796)

Fresh leaks surface for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6 smartphones

According to a new report, Samsung is exclusively sourcing Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets for its next-generation flagships. Meanwhile, leaked cases appear to show the final designs for two devices, which are expected to arrive this summer as the Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 19:12

OPPO Reno12 Pro debuts as series-first Gorilla Glass, IP65 and dual 50MP rear camera Android smartphone

OPPO touts its latest Reno-series Android smartphones as both slimmer and tougher than ever before, thanks in part to new quad-curved AMOLED displays covered with Gorilla Glass. The 12 Pro also boasts high-end silicon, up to 16GB of RAM and dual 50MP rear cameras at a sub-$600 price-point in its native China.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2024 19:07

It is unclear whether the smaller Surface Laptop 7 will also feature the X1E-80-100 or the X1E-78-100. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 takes on Apple MacBook Air 15 and Intel machines in first test with Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 chipset

Microsoft has taken aim at Apple and the MacBook Air with the release of the Surface Laptop 7. While independent reviews have not arrived yet, one commissioned by Microsoft offers various insights into how the Surface Laptop 7 15 and Snapdragon X Elite compare its Apple M3 and Intel counterparts.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 18:39

Total War: Warhammer III is a popular game in a seemingly declining genre. (Image source: Steam)

Strategy games a dying breed study claims — interest wanes in tactical gameplay mechanics despite steady player counts

A recent survey of 1.7 million gamers found that games that involve “strategic thinking and planning” are becoming less popular amongst gamers. Out of twelve different motivations, strategic thinking in games has seen the biggest decline, regardless of gender or nationality, and researchers speculate that declining attention spans may contribute to the lack of interest in strategy-centric games.

Julian van der Merwe, 23 May 2024 18:35

Jackery refreshes Explorer 1000 power station with upgraded LFP batteries and faster charging

Jackery has announced its latest portable power station as a second generation of its existing Explorer 1000: the 1000 v2. It is is more compact compared to its predecessor, yet has increased maximum output thanks to updated battery technology. The Explorer 1000 v2 also has ChargeShield 2.0 technology for a faster input, even when solar panels are involved.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2024 18:01

Epic Games' latest free game is Farming Simulator 22. (Image source: Epic Games)

Epic Games is giving away a popular farming simulation game for free this week

Epic Games has updated its free game giveaway again on the Epic Games Store. This time, the storefront is offering Farming Simulator 22 for free, which typically retails for $29.99. The deal runs from today until May 30.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 17:03

The Philips Evnia 27M2N5500 is factory calibrated to <2 (sRGB) Delta E colour deviations. (Image source: Philips)

Philips releases new 27-inch Evnia gaming monitor with low starting price

The 27M2N5500 is Philips' latest Evnia gaming monitor. Arriving for under £250 in the UK and €300 in the Eurozone, the Philips Evnia 27M2N5500 still packs a 27-inch panel that delivers a 1440p resolution, 350 nits peak brightness with VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and a 180 Hz refresh rate.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 16:59

The proposed route for Google's new undersea fiber optic cable crosses southern Africa and the Indian Ocean. (Image via MapChart w/ edits)

Google to start construction of first undersea fiber optic cable connecting Africa and Australia

Google will soon begin construction of a fiber optic cable linking Africa to Australia, the first of its kind. The cable will run from Kenya to South Africa before crossing the Indian Ocean. The cable, dubbed "Umoja," is designed to bolster connections between countries within Africa and the world outside the continent.

Sam Medley, 23 May 2024 16:54

The ROG Ally X will fully debut next month during Computex 2024. (Image source: ASUS - edited)

ROG Ally X: Full specs leak for next ASUS gaming handheld with 80 Wh battery, no ROG XG Mobile port and new d-pad

Full specifications for ASUS' next gaming handheld have now surfaced online ahead of the device's official release. While ASUS remains coy about the changes it has made between the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X, the new leak highlights the latter's battery capacity, new cooling solution and second USB Type-C port, among other changes.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 16:18

The Vivo Watch GT smartwatch will launch at the end of May. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo's new Watch GT smartwatch launching soon

The Vivo Watch GT smartwatch is set to launch in the near future following a teaser poster from the brand on social media. The picture indicates that the wearable will be available in four colors with a silicone or leather strap. Rumors suggest the smartwatch could have a long battery life and cellular connectivity.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 16:15

Garmin has released beta version 16.02 for Instinct 2 series smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Instinct 2 smartwatches get new beta update with a number of bug fixes

Users of Garmin Instinct 2, Instinct 2s, Instinct 2X and Instinct Crossover smartwatches can now download beta version 16.02. The latest software tackles various bugs relating to the Battery Saver watch face, the Health Monitoring app and Morning Report. In a forum post, Garmin shares information to help customers with the installation process.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 16:12

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: Top 3 key features to expect (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: Can it last 6 days without charging? Top 3 key features to expect

CheckMag Samsung is gearing up to launch its next-generation smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 7 series. Although various leaks have circulated, detailed specifics are still under wraps. Here are the top three features we can look forward to in the upcoming models.

Triet Le, 23 May 2024 16:11

Low-maintenance, durable and enough power for thousands of households: a Megapack. (Image: Tesla)

Tesla Megafactory for Megapack is finally being built

Construction of a factory for energy storage systems for power grids is starting in Shanghai. Production, which will amount to 40 gigawatt hours per year, is due to start in less than a year.

Mario Petzold, 23 May 2024 15:50

The video leak shows a selection of 19 playable characters. (Source: Streamable)

Deadlock: Leaked video shows first gameplay of Valve's new 6v6 shooter

A video recently appeared on Streamable showing the first Deadlock gameplay and giving an overview of the playable characters.

Marius Müller, 23 May 2024 15:42

The teaser videos can be downloaded by clicking on the Rec button on the TV. (Source: thetruthlies.com)

Innovative teaser for Call of Duty Black Ops 6 revealed

A new website shows an old-fashioned television on which recordings of agents on a secret mission flicker. There are several channels with several videos. It seems that these are the first teasers for COD 6.

Marius Müller, 23 May 2024 15:41

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is not necessarily the camera superstar that Xiaomi hoped. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 14 Ultra falls way short of expectations in DxOMark camera analysis with huge weaknesses compared to Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra seems like a camera monster on paper, thanks to its quad 50 MP rear-facing cameras. However, new DxOMark camera analysis suggests otherwise, with major shortcomings observed in various areas.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 15:11

Samsung has started working on a 2 nm chip (image via Samsung)

Samsung begins development of 2 nm Exynos SoC

Samsung has started working on a new 2 nm Exynos chip. It is very likely the next-gen Exynos 2600, which will power the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026.

Anil Ganti, 23 May 2024 15:06

Faster CPU and RAM in a lighter design (Image Source: XMG)

XMG PRO 16 Studio gaming laptop refreshed with Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, faster RAM and lighter design

Powered by the i9-14900HX processor, the M24 version of the XMG PRO 16 Studio now supports DDR5-5600 RAM but only for 16 and 32 GB configurations. Other specs including the RTX 4060 / 4070 dGPU options are unchanged, yet the design is 260 g lighter.

Bogdan Solca, 23 May 2024 15:00

Developers will need to integrate the new AMD Anti-Lag 2 in their titles. (Source: Anton on Unsplash/AMD)

AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 lands with even more latency improvements and without any risk of false-positive bans

AMD has introduced a new version of Anti-Lag, the company’s tool to reduce latency in supported titles. Called “Radeon Anti-Lag 2”, AMD claims that the updated solution cuts latency even further while solving one of the biggest shortcomings of its predecessor.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 May 2024 14:40

The POCO F6 Pro should reach 100% from 0% in 19 minutes. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi POCO F6 Pro lands globally with early launch discounts

Xiaomi released a successor to last year's POCO F5 Pro, which it sells as the POCO F6 Pro. Launching alongside the POCO F6, the POCO F6 Pro is available with up to €100 in early bird launch discounts for its top tier 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage configuration.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 14:23

The POCO F6 runs HyperOS based on Android 14. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases POCO F6 as its first global Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 smartphone with pricing that undercuts Motorola Edge 50 Ultra

To date, only Motorola has offered Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset globally. Now, Xiaomi has entered the fray with an alternative that costs over 50% less than the Motorola Edge 50 Ultra. Arriving as the Xiaomi POCO F6, the handset also has a 120 Hz AMOLED display and 90 W wired charging, plus a 50 MP primary camera that supports OIS.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2024 14:15

Decathlon has launched the BTWIN E-Fold 900. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon BTWIN E-Fold 900 new electric folding bike launches

Decathlon has launched the BTWIN E-Fold 900 electric folding bike in the EU following a reveal earlier this year. The company claims that you can fold and unfold the e-bike in one second. Other features of the compact model include a brushless rear hub motor and up to 55 km (~33 miles) of assistance range.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 13:32

Apple MacBook Air 13 M3 has a 13.6-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2,560x1,664. (Source: Andreas Osthoff for Notebookcheck)

Deal | New Apple MacBook Air 13 with M3 SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage reaches record low price

The latest Apple MacBook Air 13 with the M3 SoC has dropped to its lowest price yet on Amazon after scoring more than $100 off. As a result, the laptop, which usually retails for around $1,499 for 16 GB RAM and 512 GB of storage, can now be had for substantially less. Needless to say, the MacBook Air 13 M3 becomes an almost perfect daily driver at the discounted rate.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 May 2024 13:01

Windows 11 24H2 introduces an improved Copilot, available only for Snapdragon X Elite laptops for now. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft Windows 11 24H2 release preview has arrived with Copilot app, Wi-Fi 7 and HDR wallpapers

Windows 11 24H2 is leaving the beta channel and can now be downloaded and installed as a release preview. The update introduces improvements for the Copilot AI assistant, as well as official support for Wi-Fi 7, HDR desktop wallpapers, and 7-zip support in Explorer.

Hannes Brecher, 23 May 2024 12:46

The Rollme GT1 comes with earbuds, which are stored on one side. (Image source: Rollme)

Rollme unveils new unusual GT1 smartwatch with built-in earbuds

Rollme has launched the GT1, a smartwatch with built-in earbuds. According to the product listing, the wearable features Bluetooth calling, local music storage, and tools to track biometrics like heart rate. However, there are several factors potential customers might want to consider before purchasing.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 12:45

Tesla will have to amass more Autopilot vs FSD safety data (image: Tesla)

Autopilot vs FSD accidents breakdown missing from new Tesla data that shows them 10x safer than the US average

On the run-up to the autonomous Robotaxi unveiling, Tesla is releasing a fresh batch of Autopilot safety data to placate regulators. It didn't break down Autopilot vs FSD safety record, though.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 May 2024 12:36

The Anker USB-C Hub is a 6-in-1 docking station for handheld consoles. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker 6-in-1 USB-C Hub for Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally now available

The Anker USB-C Hub (6-in-1, For Handheld Game Console) has arrived at Amazon US. The device is compatible with consoles like the Steam Deck and the ASUS ROG Ally and can also be used with some iPads. Features include a built-in USB-C cable and 90W pass-through charging.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 11:59

foobar2000 Mobile interface (Source: Google Play)

foobar2000 Mobile 1.5 now available with new skin format support

Updated yesterday to version 1.5.1 for Android, which only comes with a few minor fixes, foobar2000 Mobile 1.5 arrived earlier this week with a new skin file format, OGG chapter support, a built-in picture viewer, as well as many under-the-hood improvements and tweaks. The new skins can be edited using common tools.

Codrut Nistor, 23 May 2024 10:18

The Huawei Watch 3 Series (above) and Watch Fit 3 are receiving updates. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei rolls out new updates for two smartwatch models

The Huawei Watch 3 Series and Watch Fit 3 smartwatches are receiving new software. Update version 4.2.0.150 is another HarmonyOS 4.2 update for the newer Watch Fit 3 wearable. However, the latest release for the Watch 3 means it stays on an older version of the operating system for now.

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2024 10:14

Viture launches lightweight Viture Pro XR glasses for immersive on-the-go entertainment. (Source: Viture)

Viture unveils Viture Pro XR glasses with 120 Hz refresh rate, electrochromic dimming, and Harman sound

Viture has unveiled the Viture Pro XR glasses with 120 Hz refresh rate, electrochromic dimming, and Harman tuned sound. The display panels produce up to 4000 nits from a 135” virtual screen. The glasses can connect to popular game consoles and smartphones.

David Chien, 23 May 2024 07:05

Snapchat AR lenses are now available with the new Chrome extension (Image Source: Chrome Web Store)

Snapchat brings AR lenses to desktop with a Chrome Extension

Snapchat aims to bring back the AR lenses to desktop with a Chrome extension, which is now available for a public preview. This extension allows people to use fun AR lenses in video calls, virtual conferences, and more.

Nitisha Upadhye, 23 May 2024 06:56

The Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 NE is getting a global launch. (Image: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 NE: New mesh system with WiFi 6 and NFC launches globally

Xiaomi has just launched the Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 NE, a new global WiFi mesh system that is suitable for larger home and work environments up to 600 square meters and provides fast and comprehensive coverage with WiFi 6.

Marcus Schwarten, 23 May 2024 05:07

The Samsung Galaxy Ring could be more expensive than the Galaxy Watch6. (Image: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Ring expected to be more expensive than Galaxy Watch6 and come with a subscription

The Samsung Galaxy Ring will be launched onto the market this year. Now that Samsung has already confirmed the most important details about the hardware and range of functions, a leaker has revealed information about the price for the first time, which is higher than expected.

Hannes Brecher, 23 May 2024 04:34

Starlink becomes available in Indonesia as Elon Musk talks to Ranil Wickremesinghe about establishing presence in Sri Lanka

Now that Starlink is officially operational in Indonesia, many remote islands will finally get a reliable way to connect with the world. In the meantime, at least one other Asian nation is eyeing an official agreement with SpaceX.

Sergey Tarasov, 23 May 2024 01:11

The Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen can be had for as little as $189 at Amazon. (Image via Apple on Amazon)

Deal | Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen discounted to near all-time low price on Amazon

The Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen is on sale for up to 24% off over on Amazon. This brings both sizes (40 mm and 44 mm) within $10 of their all-time lowest prices.

Sam Medley, 22 May 2024 23:19

Amazon has discounted the most popular size variants of the Samsung S90D OLED by $200 (Image: Samsung)

Deal | New Samsung S90D QD-OLED TV gets biggest discount yet on Amazon

The 55-inch Samsung S90D received its largest price cut thus far and is already 10% off on Amazon, while the larger 65-inch and 77-inch variants of the beautiful Quantum-Dot OLED TV have been discounted by $200 as well.

Enrico Frahn, 22 May 2024 21:38

Model 3 Performance beats its own range estimates (image: Top Gear/YT)

Official Model 3 Performance range specs are out to beat Tesla's own estimates

The new and updated EPA range test usually returns more conservative numbers, as it is closer to real-life driving conditions than before.

Daniel Zlatev, 22 May 2024 21:23

The new Panasonic Lumix S9 might challenge the existing camera landscape thanks to its impressive price and feature set. (Image source: Panasonic - edited)

🎙️ OpinionPanasonic Lumix S9 - death knells for APS-C, Micro Four-Thirds or just a course correction for bloated camera pricing?

CheckMag Full-frame mirrorless cameras in a compact package are nothing new, but the brand-new Panasonic Lumix S9 looks like it might be a bit of a shake-up in the camera industry — it may even rival the likes of the Fujifilm X100VI for the crown of compact camera king.

Julian van der Merwe, 22 May 2024 21:22

More range is always a good argument. (Image: pixabay/LeeRosario)

Lithium-metal-battery promises 50 percent more power at lower costs

Using metals instead of graphite increases the capacity of lithium batteries while reducing costs. This is reflected in the range of electric cars, which could make a leap thanks to new studies.

Mario Petzold, 22 May 2024 21:19

The spins of two electron holes interact in this artist's impression. (Image: NCCR SPIN)

Quantum computers on silicon chips: Millions of qubits possible

For the first time, two positively charged holes in a semiconductor transistor acted like qubits, i.e. they also interacted. This could fundamentally simplify the construction of quantum computers and improve their practical usability.

Mario Petzold, 22 May 2024 21:12

Garmin beta update version 17.22 is rolling out to Fenix 7 and related smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out beta update with new bug fix for Fenix 7 smartwatch

The Garmin Fenix 7 series smartwatch and some, but not all, related models are receiving a new beta update, version 17.22. This is a relatively minor release, resolving a problem with activities. Despite the software only reaching some units automatically, Garmin details how users can manually trigger the installation process.

Polly Allcock, 22 May 2024 20:16

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