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The X20. (Source: ENGWE)

Deal | Get up to $500 off an up to 1000W fat-tire triple suspension e-bike

The ENGWE X20 is one of the OEM's current crop of flagship all-terrain e-bikes. Its motor is rated for a peak output of 1000 watts (W), and for a range of up to 93 miles - albeit only in its a dual-battery SKU, which is on sale alongside its single-battery option for an extremely limited time.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 May 2024 21:38
MINISFORUM's refreshed V3 arrives shortly before Microsoft's expected consumer Surface Pro 10 reveal. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM V3: New model released with $969 launch price before rumoured Microsoft Surface Pro 10 launch

MINISFORUM has quietly snuck out a cheaper version of its AMD Ryzen-powered 2-in-1. Previously available with 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, the new MINISFORUM V3 model sacrifices RAM for a $230 saving that drops it below $999.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2024 20:58
In the review: Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro smartwatch review - Shines brighter now

Spruced up. With the Smart Band 8 Pro, Xiaomi offers a mixture of fitness tracker and smartwatch. With a larger display, GPS, and brightness sensor, but without a speaker and app store. Compared to its predecessor, the 8 Pro has a brighter display.
1.74", 37 g
Benedikt Winkel, 19 May 2024 18:49
New rumor suggests Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 has seen a wafer price increase (Image source: Qualcomm [edited])

Upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 flagship phones again rumored to be expensive

Qualcomm is expected to formally introduce Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 this October. With this, we will see brand-new flagship devices, possibly bringing a performance jump and many new features. But these upcoming phones are once again rumored to be expensive. This time, it's about the increased cost of the SoC's wafer.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 May 2024 18:45
Rumoured iPhone 17 'Slim' will reportedly relocate the camera module to the upper-middle position, similar to the Pixel Pro. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Rumored iPhone 17 'Slim' will feature biggest redesign since iPhone X, priced above Pro Max variant as most expensive iPhone ever

According to a recent report from The Information, Apple is expected to unveil a new 'Slim' variant of its future iPhone 17 series set for launch in 2025. Priced above the Pro Max model, this 'Slim' variant will feature a top-centre positioned rear camera, a much slimmer aluminium frame, a 6.6-inch display alongside other improvements, and will command an eye-watering price tag of $1,199.
Sambit Saha, 19 May 2024 17:01
POCO F6 Pro unboxing confirms that it's a Redmi K70 rebrand (Image source: r/PocoPhones)

POCO F6 Pro unboxing video emerges days before official announcement

Xiaomi's sub-brand POCO is set to hold a launch event on May 23, where the company will be announcing its latest POCO F6 Pro. While it's already known that the upcoming Android phone will be a rebranded Redmi K70 for the global markets, an early unboxing video has just confirmed it.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 May 2024 16:50
Tesla scores highest on climate policies (image: Tesla)

Tesla and Mercedes lead climate change ranking as Toyota actively sabotages EV transition

In the epic Tesla vs Toyota climate change fight, one automaker is not only skeptical of the electric vehicle transition, but is actively sabotaging it, too.
Daniel Zlatev, 19 May 2024 15:38
The Xiaomi 15 Pro looks set to launch in China only. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 series global release to be limited to two models

A new report has now revealed more information on Xiaomi's launch plans for the Xiaomi 15 series. Apparently, the company will once again launch only two of the three models globally, with the third remaining exclusive to the Chinese domestic market.
Ricci Rox, 19 May 2024 14:09
Lenovo launches ThinkPlus 65W GaN charger with three ports in China (Image source: Lenovo [edited])

Lenovo ThinkPlus 65W GaN charger launches with three-port design

Lenovo has launched a brand-new charging brick in China, the ThinkPlus 65W GaN charger. It has a compact form factor, but it features three charging ports, two of which are USB Type-C. The launch price is at CNY 99, around $14.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 May 2024 13:32
Samsung will offer the Galaxy Book4 Edge in multiple variants. (Image source: WinFuture)

Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge leaks before official release in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chipsets and Copilot+ AI

Windows OEMs are a day away from unveiling the first Qualcomm Snapdragon X-powered laptops. In the meantime, ample evidence has appeared online of Samsung having prepared 14-inch and 16-inch options as the Galaxy Book4 Edge and Galaxy Book4 Edge Pro, all as Microsoft Copilot+ compatible laptops.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2024 13:22
Xiaomi: The sensor can detect the presence of people.

Xiaomi: Affordable smart home sensor comes with motion detection, long battery life and flexible positioning

Xiaomi now has a new sensor for the smart home on offer, which features modern technology and is designed with particularly long battery life in mind, as it does not require a cable connection. It can also even detect individuals when they are not moving.
Silvio Werner, 19 May 2024 04:27
Thanks to the thicker UTG in the display, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is said to be more robust and less prone to creases. The Galaxy Z Fold6 can be found on Geekbench. (Image: Technizo Concept)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6: More robust and less creases. Galaxy Z Fold6 confirmed with first specs

New information about the upcoming Samsung foldables, which will replace the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 in less than two months, has surfaced. An industry report from South Korea explains why the new foldable phone will not only be more robust but also less susceptible to crease build-up, while its bigger Galaxy Z Fold6 sibling has appeared in a benchmark database for the first time.
Alexander Fagot, 19 May 2024 04:26
A Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra have already appeared in a launch database, and a Galaxy Tab S10 is also likely to follow. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10: First indications of the launch of at least two iPad Pro competitors with Galaxy S25

It will still be a while before we can welcome the successors to the Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9+ and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, but the first clues have already been discovered. Two model variants of the Galaxy Tab S10 generation have already surfaced, including the next Ultra model.
Alexander Fagot, 19 May 2024 04:24
If you want to make your current smartphone look like a new Pixel 9, you can download the official wallpapers. (Image: @quadro_news)

Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Leak names colors and provides official wallpapers in advance

Those wanting to give their current smartphone the feel of a Pixel 9 can now download the colorful, official wallpapers, which a leaker has already made available for the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, as well as the Pixel Fold 2, which will likely be launched as the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. In addition, all currently planned color options for the next Google phones are now available in advance.
Alexander Fagot, 19 May 2024 03:48
Google Cloud fails UniSuper for two weeks after deleting $135 billion fund's data and accounts in error. (Source: NBC)

Google Cloud deletes $135,000,000,000 account for Australian UniSuper retirement fund, then takes two weeks to restore

Google Cloud has deleted in error the $135 billion account and data for UniSuper, a retirement fund company holding the pension savings for over 647,000 members who work at 37 Australian universities. The funds were unavailable for two weeks until May 15, 2024 while the cloud provider rushed to restore everything.
David Chien, 19 May 2024 02:52
Asus TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7800 XT OC review: A serious challenger to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Super for less than 600 Euros?

Asus TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7800 XT OC review: A serious challenger to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Super for less than 600 Euros?

Powerful midrange! The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, which is equipped with some RDNA 3 genes, currently competes with Nvidia's RTX 4070 models. In terms of VRAM, AMD is ahead with 16 GB. But whether the same also holds true for the performance, we analyze using the Asus TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7800 XT OC. We ran the board partner model through numerous benchmarks to determine the performance of the midrange Desktop GPU.
Intel Core i9-14900K, AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
Sebastian Bade, 19 May 2024 01:28
The Panasonic Lumix S9 has leaked in all its glory, including its companion prime lens, which will be available later than the camera body. (Image source: Andrea Pizzini - edited)

Panasonic Lumix S9 image leak spoils tiny, slow 26 mm pancake prime lens, articulating screen coming for full-frame creator camera

The latest Panasonic Lumix S9 leak claims the new compact full-frame camera will be announced alongside two companion lenses, while leaked promotional images confirm the upcoming lens. The 26 mm pancake prime lens mounted to the Lumix S9 will supposedly result in a package smaller than even the Fujifilm X100VI.
Julian van der Merwe, 18 May 2024 21:08
Jabra Elite 8 Active review - Rugged in-ears with a full sound

Jabra Elite 8 Active review - Rugged in-ears with a full sound

Unbeatable? With the Elite 8 Active, Jabra is offering nothing less than the toughest true-wireless stereo headphones in the world. In addition to being dust- and waterproof, they have also passed tests according to the MIL-STD-810H standard. This pair of in-ears also supports 3D audio and provides an exceptionally secure fit. Read our review to find out why these in-ears may appeal to more than just athletes.
Daniel Schmidt, 18 May 2024 20:18
The Alienware m16 is once again on sale for 37% off (Image: Allen Ngo)

Deal | RTX 4080-powered Alienware m16 gaming laptop with Ryzen 9 and 32GB DDR5 drops back to lowest price ever

The stunning Alienware m16 is one of the most alluring gaming laptops in the sub-$2,000 price segment as Dell has put the RTX 4080 gaming laptop with the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX back on sale for $1,000 off MSRP.
Enrico Frahn, 18 May 2024 20:15
A Galaxy Watch on a charger. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch7 series, but not Watch FE, tipped to launch with upgraded wireless charging

Samsung's flagship Galaxy Watch-series wearables are equipped with wireless charging - a spec that went without an upgrade in its 2023 iterations. That lapse will be addressed in their successors, however, according to a leak based on new FCC filings. They are accompanied by an additional registration for another Galaxy Watch, albeit without this update.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2024 18:52
Advan X-Play brings AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, up to 32 GB of RAM, and 2 TB of storage (Image source: Advan)

Advan X-Play launches with a similar design to Asus ROG Ally but with slightly better specs

Indonesian brand Advan introduced the company's first handheld gaming PC, the X-Play. Under the hood, it packs the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, which delivers the same level of performance as the Ryzen Z1 Extreme. But that's not the only thing similar to the ROG Ally. It even has an almost identical design to Asus's offering.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 May 2024 18:38
The iPad Pro's M4 processor. (Source: iFixit via YouTube)

Apple iPad Pro 13 design and reparability praised while Pencil Pro panned as potential e-waste

Apple's newest and biggest iPad Pro has many potentially significant upgrades; however, it seems durability is not one of them. Nevertheless, the ability to take it apart and put it back together might make up for that, according to some popular device restoration vloggers. The Cupertino giant's new stylus, on the other hand, has come in for criticism as as accessory that might be as unsustainable as it is expensive.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2024 17:48
Tesla may be removing Steam games support from all newer shipments of Model X (Image source: Tesla)

New Tesla Model X cars may no longer support Steam games

Being able to play Steam games was a key selling point for the compatible Tesla Model X and Model S electric vehicles. However, according to a delivery notification that a Redditor shared, the newer deliveries of the former may be losing support. There’s no word on whether the new Model S cars are also heading towards the same.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 May 2024 17:14
Additional features of Wear OS 5 have been unearthed. (Image source: Google)

More Google Wear OS 5 features discovered in Developer Preview

The recently launched Google Wear OS 5 Developer Preview has revealed many upcoming features for wearables like the Google Pixel Watch 2. Now, a report suggests that a handful of tools were ‘hidden’ in the release. These include a new app launcher view and an additional dashboard.
Polly Allcock, 18 May 2024 15:48
Image source: AI generated

US-based cryptocurrency miners reportedly took ~143,000 BTC home in 2023

The US is second to none with ~143,000 BTC mined in 2023 according to a report by BitRiver, the leading Russian cryptocurrency mining farm operator. This corresponds to $9.6 billion at May 18, 2024 value. Russia is a distant second with ~54,000 BTC, followed by Persian Gulf region countries.
Sergey Tarasov, 18 May 2024 15:45
Beelink SEi14 is now available outside China (Image source: Beelink [edited])

Intel Meteor Lake mini PC Beelink SEi14 makes a global debut

Introduced in China earlier this month, the Beelink SEi14 is making a global debut. This Intel Meteor Lake mini PC comes with the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, which is a mid-range performance chip in the lineup. The company’s official website has it in just 32 GB RAM and 1 TB configuration, and it costs $799.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 May 2024 15:21
The AYANEO AIR 1S is set to receive a Ryzen 7 8840U refresh. (Image source: AYANEO)

AIR 1S: AYANEO announces AMD Ryzen 7 8840U refresh with Eiyuden Chronicle limited edition model

AYANEO has revealed plans to refresh its AIR 1S gaming handheld. Previously available with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, the AYANEO AIR 1S will soon be sold with the nominally more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 8840U instead.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 14:44
The Retro Power Bank is one of many retro-inspired devices that AYANEO has created. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO confirms Retro Power Bank specs and launch plans

AYANEO's Retro Power Bank has been a long time coming. Announced in November 2023 with Nintendo SNES design leanings, details about the Retro Power Bank have been sparse since. AYANEO has finally confirmed initial specifications and launch plans now, though.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 14:13
Starlink roaming kit installation (image: SpaceX)

Starlink satellite Internet roaming price goes up by $200 days after the residential plan increases

SpaceX has started sending emails to Starlink satellite Internet subscribers that their roaming plan price will double. For new subscribers, the Starlink price increase is immediate.
Daniel Zlatev, 18 May 2024 14:12
The Pocket DMG will be one of the most powerful Android gaming handhelds around. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO Pocket DMG: Game Boy inspired retro gaming handheld launching with Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2, OLED display and unusual control inputs

AYANEO has finally provided more details about the long-awaited Pocket DMG. Full of surprises, the Pocket DMG will go toe-to-toe with the best Android gaming handhelds around thanks to a flagship chipset. The Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 will be joined by an OLED display too, as well as a strange controller layout.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 13:21
Winamp as an online platform (Source: Own)

Winamp will return this summer

Initially released at the end of April 1997, Winamp has been intermittently dormant for nearly a decade ever since. The latest stable release is one year old and carries the 5.9.2 version number. A new Winamp version, described as "the best player to listen to all types of audio," is set to arrive on the 1st of July.
Codrut Nistor, 18 May 2024 13:02
The Pocket Micro will be AYANEO's smallest gaming handheld to date. (Image source: AYANEO)

Pocket Micro: AYANEO unveils pocket-sized retro gaming handheld with Game Boy Micro vibes

The Pocket Micro is AYANEO's smallest gaming handheld announced to date. Sporting a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset and the secondary display from the AYANEO FLIP DS, the Pocket Micro also leans heavily on the design of the classic Game Boy Micro.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 12:45
Asus Zenbook 14 OLED review - The AMD variant of the Zenbook has received the weaker 1080p OLED screen

89% Asus Zenbook 14 OLED review - The AMD variant of the Zenbook has received the weaker 1080p OLED screen

Better than Intel? Asus also offers its Zenbook 14 OLED as a cheaper version featuring an AMD Ryzen 8000 processor—that even delivers better performance than the Meteor Lake variant. It does, however, face limitations when it comes to its RAM and its Full HD OLED panel which only has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 18 May 2024 12:44
AYANEO will sell the AM01S with two APU variants. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO AM01S: New mini-PC official with AMD Ryzen 9 8845HS APU and innovative flip-up display

The AM01S is AYANEO's latest mini-PC. Following in the footsteps of the AM01 and AM02, the AM01S utilises AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and Ryzen 9 8845HS APUs with a flip-up display that supports multiple angle adjustments.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 12:18
The AYANEO AG01 has a metal body and is modelled on 'romantic space exploration'. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO AG01: AYANEO reveals new details about GPD G1 and ONEXPLAYER ONEXGPU eGPU rival

AYANEO has revealed more details about the AG01, its first eGPU. Based on the same laptop GPU as the GPD G1 and ONEXPLAYER ONEXGPU, the AYANEO AG01 contains a plethora of ports and an M.2 2280 slot, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2024 11:35
Asus has promised to improve its warranty communication processes after an alarming Gamers Nexus report, but questions linger about internal diagnostic failures. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus warranty saga - official response promises improved communication - fails to address misdiagnosed hardware failure

Asus has issued a statement regarding its warranty repair processes and communications after massive backlash over unnecessarily charging for unwanted repairs and using unrelated wear and tear to blame consumers and deny warranty repairs. While the company says it will address the “gaps” in said RMA communications, Asus shirks responsibility for pressuring customers into repairs they didn't want.
Julian van der Merwe, 18 May 2024 06:19
The RTX 4070 SKU of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop has hit its lowest price thus far (Image: Alex Wätzel)

Deal | 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 with RTX 4070 and gorgeous 240Hz OLED gets largest price cut yet

In addition to a good-looking QHD OLED display and RTX 4070 dGPU, the coveted Asus gaming laptop features the new Intel Ultra 9 185H with 16GB RAM as well as a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD.
Enrico Frahn, 18 May 2024 04:16
Smartwatch prototype from LG Display with Light Field technology in combination with OLEDoS. (Photo: Andreas Sebayang/Notebookcheck.com)

Display Week 2024 | LG Display showcases smartwatch display with 3D rendering using light field technology and OLED

In the future, smartwatches may be able to produce holographic 3D effects. LG has showcased a mini display that combines OLEDoS and light field technology. Notebookcheck.com was on site for a first look, which unfortunately can only be described.
Andreas Sebayang, 18 May 2024 04:06
The Sonos Ace will be unveiled in a few days. (Image: Sonos, via WinFuture)

Leak: Sonos Ace hi-fi headphones launching soon with lossless sound, but will be more expensive than expected

The first over-ear headphones from Sonos are set to be launched in a few days. Extensive leaks now reveal official marketing material, the price and launch date as well as the complete specs of the high-end headphones.
Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2024 03:46
The Samsung Galaxy F55 5G has an eye-catching leather back. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung reveals details of the Galaxy F55 5G with leather back, 120 Hz AMOLED display and 5 years of updates

Samsung is attempting to create a somewhat more eye-catching look with the Galaxy F55 5G, as the mid-range smartphone comes with a leather back in either black or orange.
Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2024 02:52
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is reportedly getting a battery with a higher energy density. (Image: Rohan)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max reportedly getting brand new battery with higher energy density and stainless steel housing

Apple is supposedly installing a new battery with a higher energy density in the iPhone 16 Pro Max for the first time before utilizing the technology for all four models in the iPhone 17 series next year. One analyst describes a number of advantages that the new battery could offer.
Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2024 02:38
Kia's upcoming electric pickup truck has been spotted testing on US highways ahead of the official launch. (Image source: KindelAuto on YouTube)

Kia electric pickup truck spy shots tip stylish EV9 looks in California road test sighting

Kia's upcoming electric pickup truck has been spotted in the US, giving us a glimpse at what to expect from the Korean carmaker's foray into Ford's home ground. The new Kia EV looks like it has more than a dash of the EV9's styling cues, and, while it has previously been confirmed for a US launch, this is the first time a prototype has been spotted on US soil.
Julian van der Merwe, 18 May 2024 01:39
Google’s Wear OS 5 will improve the battery life of wearables. (Image source: Google)

Google releases Wear OS 5 Developer Preview with new features and improved battery life

Google’s Wear OS 5 Developer Preview is now available, confirming a range of new features for the upcoming operating system. Several optimizations, including a new Watch Face Format, are said to improve the battery life of wearables. Other tools include advanced running metrics and data export options.
Polly Allcock, 18 May 2024 00:49
Epson has launched the CH-TW5750 smart home projector in China. (Image source: Epson)

New Epson CH-TW5750 3LCD projector arrives with 2,700 lumens brightness

Epson has launched a new smart home projector in China, the CH-TW5750. The 3LCD model provides up to 2,700 ISO lumens brightness and a maximum image size of 200 inches (~510 cm). While the projector offers optical zoom and voice command, it lacks one key feature.
Polly Allcock, 18 May 2024 00:46
The Switch Safe is designed to prevent the owner of a Switch from taking it outside (Image source: Thingverse)

5 cool Nintendo Switch accessories including custom cases and awesome docks

CheckMag The Sports Accessories Bundle, the active cooling shell, the Switch Safe, the Crystal Dock and the Starry Forest Cat Sheep Case will help make one of the greatest consoles of all time even more versatile and cute - or limit its functionality if that's what you want.
Sergey Tarasov, 17 May 2024 22:25
The Vivobook S 15 OLED (S5597QA) should be available in Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Elite variants. (Image source: Roland Quandt & WinFuture)

New ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED (S5597QA) leaks reveal lightweight housing and multiple port options before official release

ASUS is a few days away from officially unveiling the Vivobook S 15 OLED (S5597QA). In the meantime, a renowned leaker has published promotional images, as well as more device specifications for the upcoming Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Elite showcase.
Alex Alderson, 17 May 2024 22:06
Sony unveils supermicrosurgery robot at IRCA 2024. (Source: Sony)

Sony showcases microsurgery robot with 4K 3D cameras and OLED displays to assist surgeons operating on the smallest of blood vessels and tissues at 2024 IRCA 2024

Sony has showcased a supermicrosurgery robot with 4K 3D cameras and OLED displays to assist surgeons during operations on the smallest of blood vessels and tissues. Automatic instrument exchange eliminates the need for an assistant to hand over surgical tools, speeding up surgeries.
David Chien, 17 May 2024 21:25
Motorola announced the Moto G84, pictured, in August 2023. (Image source: Motorola)

Moto G85: New Motorola mid-range smartphone leaks with unreleased Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset

Motorola has not yet said anything official about releasing a Moto G84 successor. Nonetheless, evidence of the company having prepared the Moto G85 has turned up on Geekbench. Potentially, the Motorola Moto G85 could showcase the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 3, an unreleased chipset as it stands.
Alex Alderson, 17 May 2024 19:59
Baking of sodium battery electrode materials (image: Bedrock Materials)

Sodium-ion battery by ex-Tesla engineer can hit 300-mile range parity with LFP cells for cheaper EVs

Electric cars with sodium-ion batteries can hit the proverbial 300 miles of range at a cost lower than the current cheapest iron phosphate batteries that are in the Model Y and Model 3.
Daniel Zlatev, 17 May 2024 19:22
Samsung Exynos 2500 claimed to be more power efficient than Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (Image source: Samsung [edited])

Leak claims Exynos 2500 of Samsung Galaxy S25 will beat Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 in power efficiency

As per the usual timeline, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to launch sometime this October. But it’s not the only flagship chip expected to use the 3 nm process. Samsung will also reportedly be bringing its Exynos 2500 with the same process design, and according to the latest leak, it will apparently be outclassing Qualcomm’s upcoming flagship SoC in terms of power efficiency.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 May 2024 19:01
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