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Panasonic touts the new Lumix S1RII as its most powerful and flexible full-frame mirrorless camera, with upgrades to support for 8K/30fps recording with an expanded dynamic range. The S1RII is also backed to deliver extra-high-res vertical video, improved Phase Hybrid auto-focus (AF) and a High-Res Mode that upscales the resolution of its new BSI CMOS sensor in certain scenarios.

Apple unveils $500 billion US investment plan, including a new Houston server plant for Apple Intelligence, doubling its Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, and creating thousands of jobs across all 50 states.

GamersNexus, known for its PC hardware reviews, game benchmarks, and component analysis, has launched a new non-reviews channel focusing on consumer rights issues, the ongoing erosion of ownership and property by mega-corporations, and investigative reports on various companies. The channel's very first video sheds light on how Amazon’s return system is fueling swap scams.

The PlayStation 5 Pro is selling considerably less than its predecessor. For Sony, this may be problematic on a business level, but should not pose a major problem in absolute terms.

In just a few days, Kindle users will no longer be able to download eBooks purchased through Amazon's Kindle store. The move will essentially end any potential for downloading local backups of purchased books; Kindle users will only be able to access their library via downloads directly to a Kindle device.

The new fuel cell module is expected to halve production costs and offer a threefold increase in volumetric power density compared to its predecessor. According to Honda, this model will enter mass production by 2027.

Customers had to wait a few months, but it looks like the wait is over. Lenovo's PSREF database now lists the additional hardware options people have been waiting for, including 5G, IPS screens and less expensive Intel Core Ultra CPUs. And not just those, as Lenovo surprisingly also adds a new OLED screen.

The BenQ LK835ST projector has been unveiled ahead of its launch next month. This is a 4K laser model designed for use in various commercial settings, with a white balance adjustment tool. Other features include up to 4,000 lumens brightness, a range of input ports and an optional wireless dongle.

Lenovo continues to outfit its affordable E series ThinkPads with bad screens. This really should not be the case in 2025, and it also shows that Lenovo does not really understand the target audience for this series.

The infrastructure will cover 50,000 kilometers, connecting the five continents with the 24-fiber-pair cable. By the end of the decade, the subsea cable is expected to be operational.

Born in 2010 as an internal startup within Google, Niantic became an independent entity in 2015 and is now worth billions. The name behind augmented reality titles such as Ingress and Pokémon Go is allegedly in talks with Scopely to sell the video game division for a staggering $3.5 billion.

Ubisoft doesn’t seem to be planning a strategic shift, despite the setbacks of Skull and Bones and Star Wars Outlaws. This was revealed in a recently published financial report and a conference call with CEO Yves Guillemot.

The Humane Ai Pin has already reached the end of its lifespan not even one year after its launch. An update releasing on 28 February is set to remove almost all its functions, including its entire AI features. HP is acquiring what’s left of the company for $116 million.

Marvel Rivals is more proof that not all developers benefit from a successful release. Even with record numbers of players engrossed in the free third-person hero shooter, several NetEase Games employees were fired. Players are now left to wonder about the game's long-term prospects.

With the limited beta period over, Aptoide users across the European Union can join without any restrictions this App Store alternative for iOS users. Thanks to it, all users of Apple hardware can enjoy the App Versions feature, which hasn't been available for end users on Android or iOS so far.

The Maono T5 Wave has stepped up to rival other mobile external microphones such as the Hollyland Lark M2 with similar specs packed into the same super-compact, almost button-like form-factor. It is backed to confer "studio-quality" audio on USB-C devices, older iPhones that still have Lightning ports, cameras or laptops, even in noisy or challenging environments. The mic is now available for a little less than its Hollyland rival at present.

German studio Crytek, known for Crysis and Far Cry, is reportedly facing financial difficulties. The company recently laid off 60 employees and halted development on Crysis 4.

At first, text-only messaging will be supported and available to users across various carriers. T-Mobile and SpaceX are collaborating to enable picture messaging, data services, and voice calling.

A South Korean media outlet reports Samsung Foundry plans to restart production on some of its 4 nm fabs following fresh orders from Chinese companies.

Models 3 and Y production and deliveries dropped during the year, impacting the company’s revenues. The company's pipeline includes more affordable models to be released later in 2025.

Monitor manufacturers are stockpiling display panels amid concerns over potential Chinese retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, with industry experts predicting price increases of around five percent.

Emeet touts its latest series of webcams as 'Tiny but Mighty' options for streamers, vloggers or workers with dual "AI-powered" 4K lenses, powered by Sony sensors that go up to 1/2.55 inches in size in the higher-end Piko Plus (or Piko+). They are touted to deliver clear, sharp and detailed footage with superior face-tracking and background separation. The Piko series also comes with fun features such as a 'cool panda' magnetic privacy shield.

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 QOY offers an interesting combination of a big 84 Wh battery and the energy efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus CPU. In our Wi-Fi test, the battery lasts more than 24 hrs.

According to a leak, Lenovo is preparing to launch a completely new ThinkPad model. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1, a convertible version of the popular Lenovo ThinkPad T14s, seems to be replacing the ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 - is another small laptop series going the way of the dodo?

Lonestar Data Holdings has tested the integration of its Freedom lunar data center with the Intuitive Machines IM-2 Athena mission lander in preparation for a first quarter SpaceX moon mission.

The company has not yet updated its timelines, however, French labor unions commented that the delay could range from five to ten years.

Tesla's sales are plummeting in key European markets. In Germany in particular, Elon Musk's recent political endorsement of the far-right populist party AFD is likely to have led to a 59 % drop in new registrations.

After Gotham Knights didn't meet expectations, WB Games believes the caped crusader can still turn around the company's fortunes. Faced with immense financial losses, the publisher is counting on Rocksteady Games to recapture the magic of the Batman: Arkham trilogy.

According to Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, sales of the Snapdragon X-based Windows machines reached a double-digit market share in December 2024 in the US in the >$800 pricing category. This development seems to be a marked improvement over the sales of the Snapdragon laptops in the previous months.

Sibel Health has partnered with Maruho to commercialize an anti-itching wearable designed for atopic dermatitis sufferers. The AI wearable actively monitors for signs of pruritus and activates haptic feedback to reduce the urge to scratch.

The BenQ LH750 Conference Room Projector has been revealed and is already available at third-party retailers worldwide. The model has a 4LED light source that is said to deliver up to 5,000 ANSI lumens brightness. Other features include automatic vertical keystone correction, dual HDMI ports, and HDR10 support.

While reorganizing into functional groups for hardware, software, design, quality, and operations, the new Sonos CEO had to make the difficult decision of eliminating a number of jobs. Sadly, this move will affect around 200 employees, who will receive severance pay based on the time they spent with the company.

OpenAI has opened access to ChatGPT search to all without annoying log-in requirements. The chatbot can search the web for real-time information to provide timely answers.

The move aims to create a workforce with AI skills while allowing students, faculty, and staff to benefit from a more personalized, effective college education. Free AI training and certifications will be provided, along with access to apprenticeships.

Gamers hoping for an official The Sims 4 money cheat may be disappointed with the Motherlode season roadmap. Still, the Business & Hobbies expansion pack could include new lucrative career paths. EA plans to give a first look at the latest The Sims 4 DLC on February 6th.

The Western Green Energy Hub project, located in Australia, will have an area similar to El Salvador and a total installed capacity of 70 gigawatts (GW). After obtaining environmental permission, the hub is expected to begin construction by 2029.

Nuance Audio claims to offer correction for hearing and vision impairments in one with its inaugural Glasses. The spectacles integrate open-ear audio that is now certified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a solution for mild to moderate hearing loss. Accordingly, the wearables can now be sold over the counter in the US for this purpose.

Austria's capital is investing $21 billion in energy efficiency projects to end its dependence on natural gas imports from Russia. Instead, heat pumps, geothermal energy and other local supply systems are being expanded to heat Viennese households and institutions.

A new projector has arrived from Fujifilm, the FP-ZUH6000. This is the latest model from the brand to feature its unusual rotating lens for immersive displays in commercial spaces. Upgrades compared to its predecessors include support for 4K images and enhanced color reproduction.

Apple will reportedly augment its Services arm with a new feature called Confetti soon. It is slated to help users issue invitations to parties, meetings and other functions. It might be integrated into iCloud, and is also apparently intended to be compatible with the latest update to iOS for the iPhone.

Most PC manufacturers rely completely on ODM plants to make their PCs. Not so Lenovo. The biggest PC manufacturer by volume has a network of in-house factories all over the world - and since 2021, also in Europe. The 50,000 m² facility in the Hungarian capital Budapest produces ThinkSystem servers and Lenovo ThinkCentre desktop PCs.

CheckMag The impending end of Windows 10 support (October 2025) means that many users may have to switch to a different OS. Alternative operating systems such as Linux and ChromeOS Flex can be tested on your own PC without affecting the existing Windows installation.

Apple Intelligence is touted as iOS 18's killer feature - even if its availability is currently limited in various regions for various reasons. In China, one of the main problems involves finding a local replacement for the OpenAI partnership that enables the service in the US - however, that has apparently changed with the release of DeepSeek.

Apple CEO Tim Cook now hails the company's last three months as "our best quarter ever", with global net sales of a record-breaking $124.3 billion. iPhones (somewhat unsurprisingly) accounted for nearly 56% of that revenue, while iPads contributed the least. Apple's earnings per share (EPS) also hit all-time highs for the quarter.