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The Anker 715 Nano II USB-C fast charger has dropped by 30 percent on Amazon (Image: Anker)

Deal | Anker 715 Nano II GaN charger on sale for 30% off on Amazon

Anker's foldable and compact charger with GaN technology sports a single USB-C port which can fast charge devices with up to 65 watts, which means that the 715 Nano II a good fit for users who mostly need to charge a single device...
Enrico Frahn, 28 Jan 2023 23:44
Huawei MateBook D 14 review: Quiet office laptop with a long battery life

85% Huawei MateBook D 14 review: Quiet office laptop with a long battery life

Elegant. The 14-inch laptop from Huawei includes a Tiger Lake processor, brings an elegant metal case, produces only little noise, and offers a long battery life. At the time of our test, the whole package is available starting from 600 Euros (~$652).
Intel Core i5-1135G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Jan 2023 21:01
Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 review: The M2 Pro is slowed down in the small MacBook Pro

94% Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 review: The M2 Pro is slowed down in the small MacBook Pro

Now with fast WLAN. Apple has upgraded the MacBook Pro 14 and the new M2 Pro offers greater performance, and fast WLAN is finally supported. Overall, the MBP 14 is an excellent machine, but Apple has also put some brakes on the M2 Pro in the small MacBook Pro.
Apple M2 Pro | Apple M2 Pro 19-Core GPU | 14.20" | 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Jan 2023 20:01
A "Galaxy A54" render. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung Galaxy A54 5G passes FCC testing on route to launch

An upgrade for Samsung's Galaxy A53 5G with a more flagship-like design compared to its predecessor is closer to reality than ever before. A device with a model number conforming to earlier "A54" leaks has shown up on the Federal ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jan 2023 19:39
Model 3 on Autopilot (image: Tesla)

Federal inquiry targets Elon Musk's forward-looking claims on Autopilot capabilities

The veracity of Elon Musk's self-driving Tesla car statements is now being examined by the Security and Exchange Commission in a potentially criminal investigation. The SEC move comes hot on the heels of several other federal and ...
Daniel Zlatev, 28 Jan 2023 18:54
Realme drops some potentially sweet new teasers. (Source: Realme)

ColaPhone: Realme teasers contain strong nods to new "Coca-Cola Edition" leak

Realme India's new and "refreshing" hype campaign may seem a little cryptic in its effervescent new teaser images for some. However, a new tip from a well-known leaker might help pop its bubbles, purporting to translate taglines s...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jan 2023 18:24
Could the OPPO Pad 2 turn out like this? (Source: OPPO, OnePlus)

OPPO Pad 2 tipped to launch as a higher-end OnePlus Pad

The OnePlus Pad (confirmed) and OPPO Pad 2 (still rumored) are now said to be new Android tablets with suspiciously similar builds. As the latter is expected to launch with near-flagship specs, this new tip invites speculation tha...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jan 2023 17:36
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus could miss out on Wi-Fi 6E (image via Apple Track on Twitter)

New leak says only iPhone 15 Pro models will support Wi-Fi 6E

A new leak says only the iPhone 15 Pro models will support Wi-Fi 6E. The plain iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will be limited to Wi-Fi 6, further widening the feature gap between the Pro and non-Pro models.
Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2023 17:17
Huawei MatePad SE

79% Huawei MatePad SE tablet review - Small price, small battery

Living room sprinter. The Huawei MatePad SE is an inexpensive tablet for home use. The low weight and the metal chassis cannot hide the fact that buyers have to live with the limitations of all current Huawei devices. Our detailed review reveals whether we can still recommend the tablet.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 10.40" | 440 g
Florian Schmitt, 28 Jan 2023 13:37
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4090 Trinity OC 24GB drops below US$1,800 on Amazon (Source: Zotac)

Deal | Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4090 Trinity OC 24GB drops below US$1,800 on Amazon

Although the launch price of the reference design was US$1,599, finding the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 below US$1,800 is quite tricky, especially when talking about custom designs. In this case, the Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4090 Trin...
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jan 2023 13:29
GeoFlex 140 2-in-1 laptop under test

76% Geo Computers GeoFlex 140 2-in-1 laptop in test: A convertible for about $160

It hardly gets any cheaper. The GeoFlex 140 is a convertible that is offered for less than 200 Euros (~$218) at some shopping events. You do not get much performance for that, but you get a 2-in-1 laptop with Windows 11 Home license and one year of Microsoft Office 365. If you get both via Microsoft, they already cost more than the convertible.
Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 | 14.10" | 2 kg
Marc Herter, 28 Jan 2023 13:00
The 128 GB Galaxy S23 will be the only member of the family without UFS 4.0 storage. (Source: Samsung)

Cheapest Samsung Galaxy S23 model to arrive with downgraded storage technology

While the Galaxy S23 series is expected to debut with both LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, it appears the cheapest option in the lineup will be nerfed in the storage department, perhaps signifying Samsung's plans to focus on 256 ...
Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2023 12:55
The Redmi Band 2. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Smart Band 2 pricing and marketing material leak ahead of European launch

After debuting in China a month ago, the new Redmi Band 2 finally looks set to make the trip over to the European market, with a new leak now revealing pricing and official marketing material for the affordable, lightweight smartb...
Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2023 12:40
The Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max have performed well but Raptor Lake-HX should disrupt the status quo. (Image source: Apple & Unsplash - edited)

Apple M2 Max and M2 Pro become PassMark's laptop CPU single-thread top dogs but Raptor Lake-HX is yet to strike

The new Apple M2 Max and M2 Pro chips have become the latest chart champions in PassMark’s laptop CPU single-thread benchmark. The previous leader, the Apple M2, is pushed down to third, and it is just ahead of a trio of Alder Lak...
Daniel R Deakin, 28 Jan 2023 10:46
The Galaxy S23 series will launch at a higher price compared to its predecessors in India (image via Smartprix)

Samsung Galaxy S23 series to be dearer in India with a price hike of up to ₹7,000

Indian prices for the Galaxy S23 series have been revealed by a new leak. The vanilla Galaxy S23 will start at ₹79,999 (US$981), the Galaxy S23+ at ₹89,999 (US$1,104) and the Galaxy S23 Ultra at ₹114,999 (US$1,410), making them a ...
Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2023 09:53
A rhythm game where the heavy metal soundtrack matches the atmospheric visuals perfectly. (Image source: Steam)

Metal: Hellsinger review - almost dangling Doom's feet over the flames

CheckSum Metal: Hellsinger is a fairly simple first-person shooter, but the main attractions are executed so well that it's difficult not to enjoy the end result. It makes for a great entry into rhythm games if you're more of an FPS player...
Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jan 2023 07:58
Prices for many Galaxy Book3 models have leaked online (image via Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra with a GeForce RTX 4050 and Core i7-13700H could cost an eye-watering EUR 3499 in France

A new leak has revealed the entire Galaxy Book3 series' prices in the French market. It ranges between €1,299.99 (US$1,413) for the entry-level Galaxy Book3 and €3,499.99 (US$3,805) for the Book3 Ultra. Samsung will unveil the lap...
Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2023 07:30
Gigaset Plug 2.0 One X in review: Smart socket with development potential

Gigaset Plug 2.0 One X in review: Smart socket with development potential

Gigaset has relaunched its smart power socket and promises broader compatibility and even offers the option to measure the power consumption of the connected devices. We will find out whether the Plug 2.0 One X delivers what it promises.
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Jan 2023 06:41
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Google may claim Android 14 is even more secure than ever. (Source: Google)

Android 14 slated to start preventing old app installs

Google reportedly intends to start blocking the installation of apps that have been developed for older versions of Android soon. These changes are slated to come into effect with the next major upgrade to the operating system, an...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2023 22:36
The Ion X. (Source: TCL)

TCL Ion X brings removable batteries back in 2023

TCL has loaded the Ion X up with a nostalgic combination of smartphone features: a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm jack and a removable battery. Then again, its display and internal specs are on the low-end side, and it will not get 5G...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2023 21:33
The Galaxy Book3 series should combine 16:10 displays with Intel Raptor Lake processors in most cases. (Image source: Samsung via @GaryeonHan)

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro, Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 and Galaxy Book3 360 official images leak ahead of Galaxy Unpacked event

Press images of the Galaxy Book3 Pro, Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 and Galaxy Book3 360 have surfaced online. The trio will launch on February 1 during Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event, as will the Galaxy Book3 Ultra and the Galaxy S2...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 20:14
The Teclast M40 Pro 2023 comes in a single colourway. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast M40 Pro 2023 launched with Android 12 and performance improvements

Teclast has refreshed the M40 Pro with a different chipset, more RAM and faster storage. Now called the M40 Pro 2023, the 10.1-inch tablet also runs Android 12, rather than the older Android 11 that Teclast saddled with the origin...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 20:04
The Garmin Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S have received two beta updates in a matter of days. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin bundles nearly 20 changes and improvements for Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S smartwatches with latest round of beta updates

Garmin is preparing to release another stable update for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S. In the meantime, the company has issued new beta updates that make numerous changes and improvements, as well as several bug fixes.
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 20:00
The CU34P3CV is the flagship member in the AOC P3 series. (Image source: AOC)

AOC P3: New monitors previewed in 24-inch, 27-inch and 34-inch sizes

AOC has introduced the P3 series, a new suite of professional monitors. The AOC P3 series will be available next month in 24-inch, 27-inch and 34-inch sizes with flat and curved panels. The series peaks with the AOC CU34P3CV, a 14...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 19:55
The Galaxy Book3 Ultra will be the flagship member in the Galaxy Book3 series. (Image source: Samsung via @GaryeonHan)

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra leaked marketing images confirm design and dedicated number pad

The Galaxy Book3 Ultra is a few days away from launching. In the meantime, official pictures of the 16-inch laptop have leaked online, confirming its design and a few features, including its dedicated number pad. The Galaxy Book3 ...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 19:52
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 will debut soon. (Source: Corning)

Samsung Galaxy S23 series to be first to debut with Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Samsung has yet to formally unveil its first flagship smartphones of 2023 - nevertheless, Corning has just gone ahead and revealed that they will launch as the world's first devices with second-gen Gorilla Glass Victus. Ironically...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2023 19:16
The best laptops - Winter 2023

The best Laptops - Winter 2022/23 - 64 Notebooks in review

All current notebooks in comparison The last quarter of 2022 delivered quite a mixed bag: Multimedia laptops, high-quality or excellent value office notebooks, particularly compact mobile computers and powerful gaming machines reached the hands of our reviewers. Read here which of the tested devices performed particularly well in our tests and present a serious alternative in your search for a laptop that’s exactly right for you.
J. Simon Leitner, 27 Jan 2023 18:47
Turning the 3-slot monster into a 1-slot compact champ. (Image Source: Optimum Tech)

World's smallest RTX 4090 card: Alphacool's latest waterblock transforms the Nvidia beast into a compact 1-slot GPU

Turning the massive RTX 4090 GPU into a 1-slot compact card is easy with the Alphacool reference design enterprise-level waterblock with backplate. The compact design also reduces the card length by almost 50%, but it only works w...
Bogdan Solca, 27 Jan 2023 18:31
Intel's financial troubles could extended into Q1 2023. (Image Source: datacenterknowledge.com)

Intel discontinues network switch business along with Pathfinder RISC-V program following grim Q4 2022 earnings

Q4 2022 brought an all-time second biggest quarterly loss of US$664 million for Intel and the YoY situation is bleak as well, forcing CEO Pet Gelsinger to axe a few more non-core businesses to save capital.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Jan 2023 18:05
The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Golf Edition smartwatches are now available in the UK. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Golf Edition smartwatch models arrive in the UK

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Golf and Edition and Galaxy Watch5 Pro Golf Edition have been launched in the UK. The smartwatches, starting from £319 (~US$395), come with a lifetime subscription to Smart Caddie with features like voice...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 17:33
The V10 4G smartwatch is listed as having a retractable camera in the rotary crown. (Image source: AliExpress)

V10 4G smartwatch with hidden 2 MP camera and 5G SIM support listed on AliExpress

A smartwatch with a retractable camera, the V10 4G, is now available worldwide at AliExpress. The alleged 2 MP hidden camera is located underneath the rotary dial. Other listed features of the wearable include support for a 4G or ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 16:17
The Pixel Tablet is rumoured to contain a 2.5K display. (Image source: Kuba Wojciechowski)

Google Pixel Tablet: New leak ends Pixel Tablet Pro speculation but outlines 2.5K IPS display, Tensor G2 and new accessory details

Google may still be a few months away from unveiling the Pixel Tablet. However, developer Kuba Wojciechowski has revealed more specifications and details about the tablet and its accompanying accessories. Reputedly, Google has dev...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 16:15
The 2024 Kia EV9 could have up to 290 miles (~467 km) range. (Image source: Kia)

Kia EV9 specs appear to leak in customer survey revealing up to 290-mile range

New details about the 2024 Kia EV9 electric vehicle appear to have been leaked in a customer survey. The report suggests that the EV would range from 220 to 290 miles (~354 and 467 km), depending on the trim level, with the price ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 16:14
Far Cry 7 isn't scheduled to arrive until 2025 (image via Ubisoft)

Ubisoft reportedly working on Far Cry 7 and an Escape from Tarkov-like multiplayer game

Industry insider Tom Henderson has learned about two upcoming Ubisoft titles codenamed Project Blackbird and Project Maverick. The former is the successor to Far Cry 6 (likely Far Cry 7) and the latter is a multiplayer-only title ...
Anil Ganti, 27 Jan 2023 16:00
Huawei FreeBuds 5i review - Affordable in-ear headphones with LDAC

Huawei FreeBuds 5i review - Affordable in-ear headphones with LDAC

Sonorous. Huawei offers the FreeBuds 5i with LDAC support and hybrid ANC for just under 100 Euros (~$109). That sounds like a bargain. Whether the TWS headphones need such a powerful codec and deliver what they promise is revealed in the test.
Daniel Schmidt, 27 Jan 2023 15:21
FCC and Bluetooth certifications suggest a new square IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker is being developed. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker square model could be on the way

Bluetooth certification and FCC filings suggest that a new IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker is in development. The gadget appears to be battery-powered and square-shaped, with a built-in handle and the same Spotify Tap playback feat...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 14:14
Mobvoi will soon replace the TicWatch Pro 3 series with the TicWatch Pro 5. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Deal | Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 GPS: Deals take 50% and US$149.99 off Snapdragon Wear 4100 smartwatch

Amazon US and Mobvoi have slashed the price of the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, one of Mobvoi's many TicWatch Pro 3 series models. Seemingly discounted ahead of the TicWatch Pro 5's release, the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS can now be picked up for ...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 14:08
Asus P1511CEA reviewed: An affordable office laptop for school, office, leisure

78% Asus P1511CEA reviewed: An affordable office laptop for school, office, leisure

A budget device for the office. The 15.6-inch laptop from Asus has a Tiger Lake processor on board, barely gets warm, and can be had for around 350 US dollars. The operating system at hand is Windows 10 Pro (an upgrade to Windows 11 is possible).
Intel Core i3-1115G4 | Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | 15.60" | 1.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 27 Jan 2023 14:06
The Jetson Orin NX is a cheaper alternative to the Jetson AGX Orin and Jetson AGX Orin Developer Kit. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX 16 GB Module launches worldwide with 100 TOPS AI performance

NVIDIA has started selling a Jetson Orin NX system-on-module (SoM). Available with 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM, the Jetson Orin NX also has a 1,024-core GPU based on NVIDIA's Ampere architecture with 32 Tensor cores, as well as an 8-core CPU...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 13:35
The Ctrl-Bar is a physical button accessory which attaches to the central screen on a Tesla Model Y or Model 3. (Image source: Indiegogo)

Ctrl-Bar physical button accessory for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y is crowdfunding

The Ctrl-Bar is an accessory for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, bringing physical buttons to the electric vehicle. The gadget attaches to the bottom of the central screen, providing scroll wheel heating controls and four programmable ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 13:32
The 75-in Samsung The Frame QLED 4K TV is US$1,000 in the US. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung The Frame QLED 4K 75-in TV now US$1,000 off in Super Sunday sale

Customers in the US can currently save US$1,000 on the 75-in Samsung The Frame QLED 4K TV at various retailers. The offers appear to be part of a Super Sunday sale, suggesting they will only last for a short time. The 2022 TV has ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 13:29
The NUC12WSHi5 supports expandable RAM and storage, among other features. (Image source: Intel)

Deal | Intel NUC 12 Pro Kit: Wall Street Canyon mini-PC discounted nearly US$200 with Core i5-1240P and 32 GB RAM

Amazon US has taken nearly US$200 off the Intel NUC 12 Pro Kit with a Core i5-1240P processor. Complementing the 12-core and 16-thread processor is 32 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD, as well as plenty of ports and expansion options.
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 13:29
The OnePlus Pad is likely to be available in two colours, mirroring the OnePlus 11. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Pad confirmed for Cloud11 February 7 launch event

OnePlus has teased the release of its first tablet. As expected, the OnePlus Pad will launch alongside the OnePlus 11, OnePlus 11R and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The company has also revealed the tablet's design, confirming earlier l...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2023 13:23
Apple iOS 17 is rumored to feature a new lock screen and enhanced Dynamic Island interaction. (Image source: Concept Central)

Updated | Apple iOS 17 leak reveals codename, numerous app changes, and a focus on stability

New information about Apple iOS 17 has been leaked by a noted source, with Cupertino’s focus going forward apparently resting on “stability and efficiency” for the iPhone operating system. Visual alterations to iOS will be downpla...
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Jan 2023 11:57
Video: Nobody needs a dedicated GPU #shortsplay icon

Video: Nobody needs a dedicated GPU #shorts

While #intel pretty much neglected their iGPU performance in recent years, AMD's latest #680M can actually deliver proper frames in decent resolutions. So we thought, why not put it through its paces for some real-world gaming tests! Make sure to subscribe, so you won't miss our final video! In the...
The alleged official prices for the Samsung Galaxy S23 phones in Turkey are eye-wateringly high. (Image source: Winfuture/Unsplash - edited)

Unsavory Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra prices in Turkey make hikes in other countries much more palatable

A new Samsung Galaxy S23 price leak may bring some relief to those concerned about what price increases may be coming their way – unless they are planning on buying one of the Galaxy S23 models in Turkey. Alleged Turkish prices fo...
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Jan 2023 10:31
Microsoft Surface Pro 9

Microsoft's Surface Pro 9 is now faster, but no longer offers an audio jack

The Surface Pro is Microsoft's flagship convertible, and the ninth generation now offers Wi-Fi 6E and a leap in performance thanks to the Alder Lake CPU, but other features such as the optional LTE modem or the audio jack have bee...
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Jan 2023 09:17
Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro in review

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro in review: Does the top of the line scooter deliver what it promises?

Off to a good start... When looking for a high-quality scooter with road approval, you can hardly avoid Xiaomi at the moment. The manufacturer offers various models from different price categories. With the Electric Scooter 4 Pro, we test the top model from Xiaomi, which is supposed to excel with high performance and a long range.
Andrea Grüblinger, 27 Jan 2023 07:00
USB logos to displace version numbers. (Image: USB IF)

USB Forum: About performance values instead of version numbers and missing Apple certifications

CES 2023 USB 7.1a version 3, Gen5 2x2? It shouldn't actually get that far with USB, because the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) primarily wants to see the performance data "out there" with the clientele and even places extra advertising for it to move the industry in the right direction. NotebookCheck also spoke to the forum about upcoming 240 W power supplies, cables with displays, certifications, and Apple's stubbornness.
Andreas Sebayang, 27 Jan 2023 06:01
Other laptop makers should follow Asus' example and make an official list of all their upcoming gaming models

Other laptop makers should follow Asus' example and make an official list of all their upcoming gaming models

It's tough to keep track of all the gaming laptops coming out this February with GeForce 40 graphics and Intel 13th gen CPUs. At least one manufacturer has made a handy table detailing all of their upcoming models and even their T...
Allen Ngo, 27 Jan 2023 05:28
Noctua NH-D15 and Noctua NH-U12A

Noctua NH-D15 and NH-U12A Review: Two powerful air coolers for all common CPU sockets

Premium CPU Cooler! Noctua offers a wide range of powerful air coolers that are capable of keeping the current crop of flagship CPUs in check. In this short review, you will find out how well the Noctua NH-D15 and the Noctua NH-U12A cope with an AMD Ryzen 9 7900X.
Sebastian Bade, 27 Jan 2023 04:22
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