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Xiaomi's carbon fiber hood debacle causes backlash among some buyers

Xiaomi is currently facing the ire of a certain group of buyers, namely owners of a Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, over the carbon fiber hood controversy. According to the official website, the hood is intended to provide better ventilation fo...

Andreas Jakobi, 13 May 2025 18:48

The 2026 Model Y in Quicksilver. (Image source: Tesla)

Model Y lease payments set to rise as Tesla loses the federal tax credit discount

The cheapest Tesla Model Y RWD is likely to revert to its $44,990 sticker price next year. The AWD Tesla Model Y variant may start from $48,990 instead of a bit over forty grand.

Daniel Zlatev, 13 May 2025 17:02

Nvidia faces financial pressure from US-China AI chip ban, raises product prices. Pictured: Nvidia's Endeavor office (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia hikes prices by 5 to 15 percent as export restrictions bite

Nvidia has raised prices on nearly all products—including a 10 percent increase on the GeForce RTX 5090 and 5 to 15 percent hikes across its datacenter modules—to offset a $5.5 billion China loss and higher costs from TSMC.

Nathan Ali, 12 May 2025 22:48

Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 allows phones to survive drops better without breaking. (Image source: Corning)

Corning announces tougher Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for phones

Corning has announced Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, a new, tougher glass for use in smartphones. The durable glass supposedly can survive repeated drops from 3.3 feet (1.0 meter) onto concrete.

David Chien, 12 May 2025 00:05

SMIC warns of up to six percent Q2 revenue shortfall after maintenance issues (Image source: SMIC)

SMIC faces yield issues as U.S. sanctions limit tool servicing

SMIC warns of a second-quarter revenue dip of up to 6 percent after annual maintenance setbacks and new tool performance issues trimmed sellable output.

Nathan Ali, 11 May 2025 14:53

The Tener Stack 9 MWh energy storage system. (Image source: CATL)

World's first 9 MWh energy storage system by CATL can power a house for 5 years with zero degradation

CATL's new Tener Stack energy storage system breakthrough can supply electricity from renewables to the average home for up to six years, in the first five of which it will undergo zero capacity degradation. It can also charge 150...

Daniel Zlatev, 10 May 2025 13:45

Samsung Foundry 2 nm yields have improved remarkably. Pictured - Samsung stand at an event. (image source: Samsung)

Samsung Foundry 2 nm yields improve remarkably with some major caveats

A new report from South Korean media says Samsung Foundry's 2 nm node has much better yields than reported earlier. It is almost viable for mass production, and will be used to manufacture Exynos 2600 chips for next year's Galaxy ...

Anil Ganti, 10 May 2025 08:43

Xbox vs. PlayStation 2024 console sales (Image source: Microsoft Gaming, Sony PlayStation with edits)

The PS4 and PS5 gained another 10 million players over the Xbox in 2024, as gap in console sales grows

PlayStation is expanding its lead over the Xbox in console sales. New 2024 U.S data shows that the PS4 and PS5 encouraged 10 million more adopters than on Microsoft's systems. Game Pass titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 only t...

Adam Corsetti, 08 May 2025 23:49

It remains to be seen whether Garmin will tie up new features for existing smartwatches too, like the Fenix 8. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin officially confirms new features will be hidden behind paywall

Garmin has revealed plans to place more features behind the paywall it calls Connect+ or Connect Plus. Despite facing public criticism for announcing the service, Garmin's CEO insists that the response from early adopters has been...

Alex Alderson, 08 May 2025 18:41

The Sherman tank climbing over a Tesla Model 3. (Image source: LBD/YT)

BYD beats Tesla sales in Europe for the first time as UK vet drives Sherman tank over Model 3

A 98-year-old WWII veteran has decided to see what will happen when a Sherman tank of that era goes over a Tesla Model 3 with somewhat surprising results. The stunt can now serve as a metaphor for Tesla's crashing sales in Europe.

Daniel Zlatev, 08 May 2025 18:35

Prices for Switch 2 accessories (Pictured) were increased due to tariff uncertainty. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo wants to quickly popularize the Switch 2 but prices could increase depending on tariffs

Nintendo saw a dip in sales in FY25 compared to the previous year but it is looking forward to the next one thanks to the Switch 2 and the hype around it. For now, the pricing for the console is holding but it may go up depending ...

Vineet Washington, 08 May 2025 17:00

Confusing customers with naming: Why you should be very careful when choosing the CPU of any 2025 laptop with Intel CPUs (Pictured: ThinkPad X1 Carbon. Image source: Notebookcheck)

Confusing customers with naming: Why you should be very careful when choosing the CPU of any 2025 laptop with Intel processors

CheckMag In 2025, customers buying a Windows laptop have as much choice as never before when it comes to processors. Snapdragon X, Krackan Point, Strix Point, Arrow Lake, Lunar Lake, it is easy to get confused. Especially confusing this ye...

Benjamin Herzig, 07 May 2025 22:14

Screenshot from EA's Battlefield Labs trailer video showing possibly the next Battlefield game. (Image source: Battlefield on YouTube)

EA will not increase game prices despite industry trend

EA will not follow in the footsteps of Xbox, Sony, and Nintendo for game pricing strategy which is great news for fans. The company has stated that it does not have any plans of increasing game prices at this point.

Vineet Washington, 07 May 2025 18:00

The RTX 5090D features the same hardware as the RTX 5090 GPU pictured here. (Image source: Nvidia, Unsplash, Pixabay, edited)

Chinese gamers now have no access to RTX 5090 as Nvidia reportedly halts RTX 5090D sales

Nvidia has allegedly stopped delivering RTX 5090D GPUs in China and has reportedly canceled existing orders. The GPU, which was launched in January 2025, serves as a China-exclusive RTX 5090 counterpart with lower AI performance.

Fawad Murtaza, 06 May 2025 14:20

On the Lex Fridman Podcast, Epic CEO Tim Sweeney revealed the first details about the upcoming Unreal Engine 6. (Image source: Epic)

The future of game development – Unreal Engine 6 is set to impress

Epic CEO Tim Sweeney has revealed first details about the upcoming Unreal Engine 6 in a recent podcast. Featuring advanced multithreading and an entirely new programming language, the engine promises significant technological leap...

Marius Müller, 06 May 2025 13:55

Atlas moves in a way that's similar to how a human does (Image source: Boston Dynamics/YouTube)

Hyundai bringing Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robots to new Georgia factory

The future of the auto industry has two legs: Hyundai wants to put its humanoid robots to work as it makes a $21 billion investment in the U.S economy. The automaker intends to use Boston Dynamics Atlas robots to build 300,000 ele...

Anton Avdyushkin, 06 May 2025 08:23

A new YouTube Premium plan for only two users is currently in testing. (Image source: YouTube)

YouTube Premium plan for two users now being tested in select markets

Following a price hike and the launch of a lite plan, YouTube is testing a new premium plan for only two users. The new plan is currently in testing in a few countries, but might still be limited to select markets even after the t...

Habeeb Onawole, 05 May 2025 23:30

Microsoft Authenticator will delete generated passwords August 2025 - Back up your passwords now. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Authenticator warning: Generated passwords will be deleted August 2025

Microsoft Authenticator will lose the ability to store and autofill passwords August 1, 2025. All users of this app should immediately back up all saved and generated passwords up to prevent loss of access to email, banking, and o...

David Chien, 05 May 2025 21:28

The iPhone 17 Air could actually be branded as the iPhone 17 Slim. (Image Source: Lukosis86)

Apple iPhone 18 may not debut till 2027 as new leak reveals revamped iPhone release schedule

According to a new report by a typically reliable source, Apple is set to make a huge change to its iPhone release schedule starting next year. Supposedly, the standard iPhone 18 will not debut alongside its pricier siblings and w...

Ricci Rox, 05 May 2025 13:09

Offshore wind farm. Reference image. (Image source: Pexels)

Google signs first offshore wind agreement to power data centers

The farm is expected to be operational by 2027, complementing the company's existing renewable portfolio in Taiwan. By 2030, Google wants to be a net-zero-emissions business.

Daniela Morales Soler, 05 May 2025 11:49

Angled view of the Bianchet B 1.618 UltraFino highlighting the flying tourbillon and textured dial design (Image source: Bianchet Official Website)

Bianchet's UltraFino tourbillon integrates the Golden Ratio into modern watchmaking

Bianchet's B 1.618 UltraFino tourbillon integrates Golden Ratio principles with high-performance titanium or carbon composite, and a lightweight flying tourbillon. The UT01 calibre offers a 60-hour power reserve in an ultra-thin, ...

Louise Burke, 04 May 2025 19:30

Pioneer leaves the optical recorder business after 30 years of making drives for computers. (Image source: Pioneer)

Pioneer reportedly pulls out of Blu-ray drive business

Pioneer has reportedly pulled out of the optical drive business, including Blu-ray and DVD recorders, after 30 years of manufacturing such drives. Moving forward, the company will focus on electronics for cars such as navigation s...

David Chien, 03 May 2025 07:38

Another alleged next-gen iPhone. (Image source: AppleTrack via YouTube)

iPhone 20th Anniversary Edition: Apple reportedly includes China in manufacturing plan

Apple is reportedly planning the release of a special edition device to celebrate 20 years of the iPhone in a few years. It might have a substantially different design compared to that of the current 15 Pro Max flagship - which co...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 May 2025 20:19

Meizu's glasses alongside more of its smart tech. (Image source: Meizu)

Meizu unveils in-person payments via smart glasses

Meizu asserts that its new way to make payments in stores or cafés is the most futuristic to date, as it is integrated into its latest smart glasses. The OEM has partnered with a well-known international financial services provide...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 May 2025 18:26

Apple has updated its guidelines for developers to comply with the latest court ruling from April 30. (Image source: Apple)

Apple amends US App Store guidelines following loss against Epic Games in legal dispute

Apple has made some changes to its developer guidelines allowing them to add external purchase links. These changes are particularly for the US storefront and Apple has begrudgingly made these changes as it plans on appealing the ...

Vineet Washington, 02 May 2025 17:31

PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Analyst expects PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases to $700/900 after Xbox console tariff response

After Microsoft revised Xbox console prices, the cost of a PS5 looks more reasonable. Sadly, a financial analyst thinks Sony could react to tariffs with a larger PS5 or PS5 Pro price increase. Sony PlayStation relies on console sa...

Adam Corsetti, 02 May 2025 16:53

GTA 6 is now set for a May 26,2026 release. (Image source: Rockstar)

Take-Two share price drops after GTA 6 delay announcement, company still confident about record level growth

GTA 6’s delay reportedly tanked Take-Two’s share price and the company had to release a statement reassuring shareholders about the expected record level growth. The company is said to report its financial results on May 15.

Vineet Washington, 02 May 2025 16:37

Epic Games' latest announcement concerns developers rather than gamers. (Image source: Epic Games Store - edited)

Epic Games Store confirms new store plans starting this spring

The Epic Games Store has announced various updates to its storefront, which will go live this spring. Separate to the company's free game giveaways, the new changes are described as providing an 'even better deal' for developers.

Alex Alderson, 02 May 2025 16:18

Xbox Game Pass was initially launched back in June 2017. (Image source: Microsoft, Unsplash, edited)

Xbox Game Pass price hike could follow Xbox console and upcoming first-party game price increases

It appears Microsoft isn't just contend with raising prices of Xbox Series S | X, first-party games, and accessories, as the company could be preparing to increase Game Pass price too. The possible price increase will worsen the v...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 May 2025 13:11

Unit 4 of CGN's Fangchenggang (Image source: China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN))

China continues the expansion of nuclear energy: 10 new units were approved

By the end of the decade, the country expects to be the leader in nuclear generation, surpassing the U.S. and France. According to official information, China is self-sufficient in the design and construction of the reactors.

Daniela Morales Soler, 01 May 2025 22:28

Gigabyte X870 motherboard shows Ryzen 7 9800X3D instability in Gamers Nexus RMA Rescue test

CheckMag Gamers Nexus launches a new RMA investigation series, uncovering potential AM5 platform instability with Ryzen 9000X3D chips—though testing is halted by physical damage to the socket.

Sebastian Jankowski, 01 May 2025 18:43

BenQ’s LW600ST+ is a short throw LED simulation projector. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ releases new short throw projector with 3,200 lumens brightness

BenQ has revealed the LW600ST+ Short Throw LED Projector, which has launched in the US and is also on the way to Europe. This new model is designed for immersive experiences, delivering up to 3,200 ANSI lumens brightness. Other fe...

Polly Allcock, 01 May 2025 16:29

LG Display prototypes blue phosphorescent OLED panels that use less power on commerical manufacturing equipment. (Image source: LG Display)

LG Display manufactures blue phosphorescent OLED panel prototypes: Lower-power panels coming to smartphones

LG Display has successfully manufactured prototypes of its hybrid tandem OLED panels using phosphorescent blue OLED technology. The panels are more efficient than conventional OLED panels, reducing power consumption by 15%.

David Chien, 01 May 2025 09:21

Xbox Gaming banner (Image source: Microsoft Gaming with edits)

Earnings report shows rising Microsoft Gaming revenue despite declining Xbox console sales

Microsoft Gaming is earning more than a year ago, even with falling console sales. Profits from subscription services and multi-platform titles led to a positive financial report. Microsoft may change strategies again, with severa...

Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 01:02

Lenovo laptop and desktop (Image source: Lenovo)

Desktop and laptop sales spike in North America over US tariff concerns

New statistical evidence suggests that consumers are panic buying to avoid the effects of tariffs. The IDC released North American data confirming significant rises in desktop and laptop sales. Manufacturers are warning buyers abo...

Adam Corsetti, 30 Apr 2025 22:22

A hydrogen-powered truck. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota launches Hydrogen Solutions website for North American market

Toyota indicates that it is ready to grow the business situated at its North American Hydrogen Headquarters with its very own online portal for commercial customers. The company asserts that its fuel cells based on the emerging, h...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Apr 2025 20:02

The new Starlink Router Mini comes to extend Wi-fi range at an affordable price. (Image source: Starlink)

Starlink outs cheap Mini router for extended range as a Mesh node and on the go option

Instead of releasing a Gen 4 Starlink router, SpaceX filled a gap in its device offering by releasing a Starlink Mini router to go with its respective compact and highly mobile dish. It will be sold concurrently with Starlink's ot...

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Apr 2025 12:19

The xMEMS XMC-2400 solid-state cooling chip dissipates heat by using sound waves to move air. (Image source: xMEMS)

xMEMS launches XMC-2400 chip that cools electronics by moving air with sound

xMEMS' XMC-2400 micro-cooling chip uses MEMS technology to dissipate heat efficiently in compact devices like smartphones and servers by moving air with sound with minimal power consumption.

David Chien, 30 Apr 2025 03:40

Generic image showing Sony camera sensors. The company enjoys almost 50% market share in the camera sensor industry. (Image source: Sony)

Sony considering selling its camera sensor division despite market dominance over Samsung and OmniVision

Sony currently enjoys complete dominance over the camera sensor market. Nonetheless, a new report suggests that it is on the verge of spinning off its camera sensor division while maintaining only a minority holding.

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2025 19:31

The eufyMake UV Printer E1 Kickstarter campaign is underway. (Image source: eufyMake)

Anker eufyMake E1 3D-texture UV printer now crowdfunding

Anker sub-brand eufyMake has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the new UV Printer E1. The award-winning device can be used to print 3D textural designs onto various objects, with the ability to mimic brushstrokes or...

Polly Allcock, 29 Apr 2025 16:00

The Starlink Standard Kit can now be had for free in certain areas. (Image source: SpaceX)

Free Starlink dish offer gives away the Standard Kit with a year of satellite Internet subscription

After teasing the launch of a new Starlink satellite Internet dish and router generation, SpaceX is now giving deals on the current equipment. A free Starlink Standard Kit awaits those who sign up for the service in some areas.

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Apr 2025 14:35

A generic image portraying Nvidia chips (Image source: AI generated image)

Nvidia seeing increased AI competition from China's Huawei as US export restrictions persist

The United States' primary bulwark for AI chips seems to be set for more persistent competition from China as Huawei ups the ante with its new Ascend chip.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Apr 2025 20:06

In case of a recession, the price of gold could reach $3,880 per ounce. (Image source: Pexels)

Gold is reaching all-time records and is expected to get to $3,700 per ounce

The surge in gold demand has led to an upward revision in the price forecast. The year-end target ranges from $3,650 to $3,950, with a middle estimate of $3,700.

Daniela Morales Soler, 28 Apr 2025 18:22

At the moment, four plushies are available for pre-orders (Image source: Pokémon Center)

Pokémon unveils life-sized Eeveelution plushies for “Year of Eevee”

The Pokémon Company has unveiled life-sized plushies for Eevee and its evolutions, starting with Eevee, Flareon, Vaporeon, and Jolteon. The plushies match Pokédex sizes and cost up to $400 each, with the full set nearing $2,500.

Nitisha Upadhye, 27 Apr 2025 07:59

T-Mobile will offer free Starlink for premium plan users and AT&T or Verizon switchers. (Image source: T-Mobile)

T-Mobile drops its Starlink satellite service price by 50% for Verizon and AT&T customers

T-Mobile will be introducing free Starlink satellite connectivity service for subscribers on its premium plans. For the rest, it announced a 50% price reduction of the monthly payment, including for those Verizon or AT&T users who...

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Apr 2025 16:57

Lexar NQ780 debuts as new PCIe 4x4 SSD for creators and gamers

Lexar touts the NQ780 as the most effective new SSD for those looking to reduce lag in their current creator or gaming laptop. It comes with up to 4TB of PCIe NVMe storage, rated for a read speed of up to 7,000 megabytes per secon...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2025 15:11

iPhone 16e is more popular than SE 2022 in 2025 thus far

A new report finds that Apple's latest non-flagship iPhone has sold better than its last in the first quarter of 2025. The 16e has also out-performed some members of the 15 and 14 series over the last three months, although its mo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Apr 2025 18:18

Dimensity Auto, now with Blackwell. (Image source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity C-X1 touted to bring Nvidia RTX ray-tracing to next-gen cars

The Dimensity Auto Cockpit Platform C-X1 is MediaTek's first SoC for cars to launch with Blackwell graphics. The GPU is backed to confer enhanced in-car navigation, voice assistance and safety as well as gaming through the integra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Apr 2025 17:25

Instead of waitlists, Starlink upped its satellite Internet congestion charge in the Midwest and Florida. (Image source: SpaceX)

Starlink prices Residential kits higher than a Mini dish with new congestion charge set to replace waitlists in many cities

SpaceX is dropping the Starlink satellite Internet residential subscription waitlists in busy areas where it previously had people queue up until a slot appears. The tradeoff now is a higher price for hooking up to the Starlink sa...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Apr 2025 12:38