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Computex 2022 | AMD promises more than 10 hours of battery life for low-end notebooks with the new "Mendocino" APU

After bringing Ryzen 6000-based APUs to the market earlier this year, AMD is readying another APU based on the aging Zen 2 architecture. Codenamed "Mendocino", the APU is meant for low-end laptops and Chromebooks. It will launch s...

Fawad Murtaza, 24 May 2022 23:42

Sony angers PS Plus subscribers by demanding horrendous upgrade fees for new subscription tiers

The rather strict approach leaves existing PlayStation Plus subscribers with two unsatisfactory options, while bargain hunters are being asked to pay up for the savings they snatched by buying a discounted PS Plus subscription on ...

Enrico Frahn, 24 May 2022 21:20

The RedmiBook Pro 15 2022 only comes in a single Starlight Grey colourway. (Image source: Xiaomi)

RedmiBook Pro 15 2022 Ryzen Edition: 16:10 gaming laptop released with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 combination

Xiaomi has introduced the RedmiBook Pro 15 2022 Ryzen Edition, a Ryzen 6000H counterpart to the Intel Alder Lake model that the company already sells. Available with the Ryzen 5 6600H or the Ryzen 7 6800H, the RedmiBook Pro 15 202...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 20:59

The RedmiBook Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition relies on the Radeon 660M or Radeon 680M for graphics. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi RedmiBook Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition arrives with AMD Ryzen 5 6600H and Ryzen 7 6800H APU options

Xiaomi has released the RedmiBook Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition, which it powers with AMD Ryzen 6000H-series APUs. Only available with integrated graphics, the 14-inch laptop also has a 120 Hz display, PCIe 4.0 storage and LPDDR5 RAM,...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 20:51

The Ecovacs Deebot T10 Plus robot vacuum and mop has 3,000 Pa suction power. (Image source: Ecovacs)

Ecovacs Deebot T10 Plus launches with self-emptying docking station and air freshener

The Ecovacs Deebot T10 Plus robot vacuum and mop has been unveiled. The gadget has 3,000 Pa suction power and an oscillating mopping system. A self-emptying docking station with a 3.2 L dustbin allows hands-free cleaning, and the ...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 20:42

The MEDION LIFE OLED smart TV supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. (Image source: MEDION)

MEDION LIFE OLED smart TV launches with Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and HDR10 support

The MEDION LIFE OLED smart TV is now available in Germany. The 4K TV supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The gadget has a built-in speaker system and an integrated sub-woofer. You can stream content via Bluetooth and con...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 20:39

The Pixel Watch will arrive with LTE and Wi-Fi only variants. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel Watch: FCC reveals more details about upcoming smartwatch

Google may have announced the Pixel Watch a few weeks ago, but many details about the smartwatch remain unknown. While the Pixel Watch will not arrive until the autumn, the FCC has shared new details, including what variants to ex...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 20:11

Computex 2022 | ZOTAC's new ZBOX Q-series PC is touted as an ultra-slim pro-grade workstation

ZOTAC's latest addition to the ZBOX Q line has a mini-PC form-factor; however, with its NVIDIA RTX A4500 graphics and Intel Core i7-11800H processor, the OEM also now asserts that it qualifies as the "world's thinnest professional...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2022 20:01

Zadak version with ultra-thin graphene pad (Image Source: Apacer)

Computex 2022 | Apacer showcases first consumer-grade PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs

The SSD controller on the PCIe 5.0 models is indeed producing more heat, but Apacer is not implementing active cooling just yet. Instead, the new NVMe 2.0 devices feature a hefty heatsink with aluminum fins or an ultra-thin graphe...

Bogdan Solca, 24 May 2022 19:37

Computex 2022 | ZOTAC VR GO 4.0 launches as an "industry-leading wearable PC"

ZOTAC has unveiled the latest generation of its VR GO PC at Computex 2022. It consists of a purpose-built form-factor that can be mounted on a compatible backpack shell (included in the box) for unencumbered extended reality (XR) ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2022 19:27

Project Volterra is a stackable desktop PC based on the Snapdragon 8cx Gen3. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Project Volterra: Stackable mini-PC introduced with what could be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen3

Microsoft has unveiled Project Volterra, a mini-PC that looks like a black Mac mini. The comparisons do not stop there though, as Microsoft has equipped Project Volterra with a Snapdragon SoC. Thought to be the Qualcomm Snapdragon...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 19:26

Better iPhone selfie cams from LG (Image Source: Digital Trends)

Apple iPhone 14 reportedly getting a high quality selfie cam with autofocus and an appropriate price bump

The new selfie cams are produced by LG Innotek and are three times more expensive to integrate compared to previous Chinese modules. Final MSRP is still unclear, but the price bump would be justified since the new selfie cams come...

Bogdan Solca, 24 May 2022 19:08

The Redmi Note 11 SE comes in Deep Space Blue and Shadow Black colourways. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE debuts with a design reminiscent of the POCO M3 Pro 5G

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi Note 11 SE in China, where it retails for at least CNY 1,099 (~US$165). However, it seems that Xiaomi has taken the POOC M3 Pro 5G and slapped a Redmi logo on the back, with the pair even sharing iden...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 18:44

NVIDIA completes its latest keynote. (Source: NVIDIA)

Computex 2022 | NVIDIA Studio laptop line-up for 2022 is showcased alongside the latest developments in creator apps

NVIDIA has come to Computex 2022 to show the latest Studio-approved PCs off, as well as what they can do with creator app from this OEM and its partners. They include the latest updates to Omniverse, a facility for 3D art or devel...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2022 18:33

The Lenovo YOGA L5 lamp has a 10 W wireless charger in its base. (Image source: Lenovo YOGA via Weibo)

Lenovo YOGA L5 lamp with 10 W wireless charging base unveiled

The Lenovo YOGA L5 lamp with 10 W wireless charging base has been announced. The desk lamp can charge many devices, and the LED light has ten brightness levels. Lenovo claims that the gadget has been certified for eye protection i...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 17:36

The Xiaomi Mijia Direct Drive Washing and Drying Machine has 26 washing and drying programs. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mijia Direct Drive Washing and Drying Machine 10 kg with air wash mode launches

The Xiaomi Mijia Direct Drive Washing and Drying Machine 10 kg is now available to pre-order in China. The device has a quiet and efficient DD motor and 26 washing and drying modes. A smart feature automatically pauses the cycle w...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 17:26

The Asus ROG Swift offers a whopping 500 Hz refresh rate with an E-TN 1080p panel. (Image Source: Asus)

Computex 2022 | Asus ROG Swift 500 Hz announced featuring E-TN 1080p panel with Nvidia G-Sync and Reflex Analyzer

Asus showed off the ROG Swift 500 Hz gaming monitor at Computex 2022. The ROG Swift 500 Hz supports Nvidia G-Sync and Reflex Analyzer and is based on an E-TN 1080p panel targeted at ultra-competitive e-sports gamers. The monitor a...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 May 2022 17:24

The MateView SE monitor supports AMD FreeSync and has a 75 Hz refresh rate. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateView SE: Budget monitor presented with AMD FreeSync support and a 75 Hz refresh rate

Huawei has announced the MateView SE, a 23.8-inch IPS monitor that outputs at 1080p and 75 Hz. The MateView SE is available for CNY 799 (~US$120) in China; details about an international launch are pending at this stage.

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 17:08

The MateBook D 14 2022 is a cheaper alternative to the MateBook 14 2022. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateBook D 14: 2022 refresh revealed with a choice of Intel Core i5-1240P and Core i7-1260P processors

Huawei has released the MateBook D 14 2022 with Intel Alder Lake processors. Available with the Core i5-1240P or Core i7-1260P, the MateBook D 14 2022 starts at CNY 5,299 (~US$797) in China and comes in a choice of two colours.

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 17:01

Huawei sells the MateBook 14 2022 in two colour and processor options. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateBook 14 2022: 14-inch laptop announced in two colours with Intel Alder Lake-P processors

Huawei has released the MateBook 14 2022, an Intel Alder Lake refresh of the MateBook 14. Available with the Core i5-1240P or Core i7-1260P, the MateBook 14 2022 also has a 3:2 display with a 1440p resolution and a 56 Wh battery, ...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:52

The Odyssey Neo G8 is a more expensive alternative to the Neo G7. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 launches for £1,298.99 in the UK with other countries to follow

The Odyssey Neo G8 has arrived, months after Samsung revealed the gaming monitor at CES 2022. The Odyssey Neo G8 is available for £1,298.99 in the UK, although it is expected to launch in the US for close to US$1,500.

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:37

The Odyssey G4 series comes in two sizes, both with 240 Hz panels. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey G4: 25-inch and 27-inch gaming monitors unveiled with 240 Hz refresh rates

Samsung has lifted the lid on the Odyssey G4 series, to be available in 25-inch and 27-inch display sizes. The Odyssey G4 series offers flat-panel gaming at up to 240 Hz with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 connections. Samsung promi...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:33

Asus ExpertBook B9 gets upgraded to Alder Lake vPro. (Image Source: Asus)

Asus ExpertBook B9 gets Alder Lake vPro upgrades, world's lightest 14-inch business laptop but only at half the battery capacity

Asus launched a new ExpertBook B9 version today with internals upgraded to Intel Alder Lake vPro. The company claims that the 33 Whr battery SKU of the ExpertBook B9 weighing 880 g is the world's lightest 14-inch business laptop. ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 May 2022 16:30

The Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus is a Chinese-exclusive, at least for the time being. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus introduced with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100, LPDDR5 RAM, a 144 Hz display and 120 W charging

Xiaomi has announced the Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus, a follow-up to last year's Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus. While the Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus is a mid-generation refresh, Xiaomi has included several upgrades, including a more powerful ch...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:26

The Xiaomi Band 7 costs between CNY 239 (~US$36) and CNY 279 (~US$42), depending on the model. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Band 7: Upgraded fitness tracker announced in non-NFC and NFC variants

Xiaomi has introduced the Band 7, a fitness tracker that the company has released in China. With a 1.62-inch AMOLED panel and a 180 mAh battery, the Band 7 contains a few upgrades over its predecessor. The Band 7 starts at CNY 239...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:22

The Redmi Note 11T Pro looks exactly like the Note 11T Pro+. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 11T Pro debuts with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 and lackluster cameras

Xiaomi has now officially taken the wraps off the Redmi Note 11T Pro in China. The mid-range phone debuts in the pursuit of performance thanks to a MediaTek Dimensity 8100, LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage. Camera hardware suffers ...

Ricci Rox, 24 May 2022 16:08

The ASUS ExpertBook B7 Flip (B7402) has 11th Gen Intel Core processors. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ExpertBook B7 Flip refreshed with up to a 2.5K display and an Intel Core i7-1195G7 processor

ASUS has unveiled the B7402, an update to the ExpertBook B7 Flip. The new ExpertBook B7 Flip comes with older processors though, with ASUS electing against moving up to Intel's new Alder Lake platform. Instead, the B7402 ships wit...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 16:00

The ultra-portable Zotac Zbox P1336 Pico mini PC is now official (image via Zotac)

Zotac Zbox P1336 Pico: Small form factor PC unveiled with a Celeron N6211 processor, Windows 11 and dual 4K monitor support

The Zotac Zbox PI336 Pico is now official with an Celeron N6211 processor, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, a VESA mount, Wi-Fi 6E and the ability to output two video streams at 4K 60 FPS. Its price and availability will be confirmed lat...

Anil Ganti, 24 May 2022 15:27

The Baseus GaN 100 W Charger supports PD, QC and PPS fast charging technologies. (Image source: Baseus via Youpin)

Baseus GaN 100 W Fast Charger launches with USB-C and USB-A ports

The Baseus Gallium Nitride 100 W Fast Charger is now available to pre-order in China. The plug has a USB-C and a USB-A port, allowing you to charge two devices simultaneously. The gadget supports PD, QC and PPS fast charging techn...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 14:34

HP Pavilion Plus 14 coming with 12th gen Core i7-12700H and GeForce RTX 2050 graphics to be faster than many other 14-inch laptops

HP wants to squeeze as much performance into its small 14-inch Pavilion 14 series as possible. The Pavilion 14 Plus is coming on May 25th with high-end options like the Core i7-12700H and even a 2.8K OLED display with full DCI-P3 ...

Allen Ngo, 24 May 2022 13:59

The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 should be a cheaper alternative to the Odyssey Neo G8. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey Neo G7: 32-inch curved gaming monitor unveiled with a 165 Hz refresh rate, a 4K resolution and 1,196 mini LED local dimming zones

Samsung has announced the Odyssey Neo G7, a gaming monitor with a 1000R curvature. The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 also outputs at 4K and 165 Hz with 1,196 mini LED local dimming zones that deliver up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness. ...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 13:34

The Xiaomi K200 laser printer has an NFC reader for Air Tap printing. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi K200 laser printer launches with NFC reader for one-tap printing

The Xiaomi K200 laser printer is now available to pre-order in China. There are multiple ways to connect to the gadget, including Air Tap mode, which uses a built-in NFC reader to allow you to tap your smartphone to start printing...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 13:16

Qualcomm is expected to launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 earlier than usual (image via Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 shines in initial energy efficency tests

Prolific leaker Ice Universe has stated that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is way more energy efficient than its predecessors, including the recenty launched Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. The tipster adds that Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S...

Anil Ganti, 24 May 2022 13:10

The Mijia Intelligent Dual-Purpose Dishwasher S1 has an intelligent door that can automatically open and close. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mijia Intelligent Dual-Purpose Dishwasher S1 launches with auto-opening door

The Xiaomi Mijia Intelligent Dual-Purpose Dishwasher S1 is now available to pre-order in China. The gadget has an intelligent door that can automatically open and close, plus a hot air drying mode. Built-in sensors and AI can sele...

Polly Allcock, 24 May 2022 13:07

AMD has produced a powerful gaming laptop chip with the Ryzen 9 6900HX thanks to its Radeon 680M iGPU. (Image source: AMD)

RDNA2-loaded Ryzen 9 6900HX finally appears on PassMark surpassing mobile Zen 3's finest and the Intel Core i7-12800H

The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX APU with the RDNA2-based Radeon 680M iGPU has finally appeared on PassMark, despite being announced way back in January. The Zen 3+ chip managed higher single-thread and multi-test scores than the fastest Ze...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 May 2022 13:05

Borderlands 3 free until May 27 via Epic Games (Source: Borderlands)

Borderlands 3 is free on Epic Games until Thursday

Those who missed last week's big news can still grab the latest freebie from Epic, namely Borderlands 3, which became available on May 20. Released back in September 2019, this title is a great action role-playing first-person sho...

Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2022 11:10

The AirPods Pro debuted in 2019. (Source: Karissa Bell / Mashable)

AirPods Pro 2: USB-C unlikely for Apple's upcoming premium earbuds as production details surface

Word on the grapevine now indicates that the upcoming Apple AirPods Pro 2 is likely to remain equipped with Lightning charging, instead of USB-C. In addition, production of the premium earbuds is set to begin shortly, with Apple t...

Ricci Rox, 24 May 2022 10:20

While iOS 15.5 may seem like an incremental update, a quick dive below the surface proves there's a lot more than meets the fingers. (Image source: Apple/edited)

iOS 15.5 takeaways: 6 undeniably helpful features and future indicators

Ahead of iOS 16 Beta 1 debuting early next month, Apple released the final build of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 for all iPhone and iPad users. While it may not seem like much has changed on the surface, the update features a host of ...

Brahm Shank, 24 May 2022 10:04

Thr Xiaomi 12 series debuted in December. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro to arrive sooner than expected

The Xiaomi 13 series will be Xiaomi's mainstream flagship lineup next year and the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro have now made their first appearances on Xiaomi's IMEI database. As it appears, both phones may debut ahead of typical ...

Ricci Rox, 24 May 2022 09:20

Epic Games may not be everyone's favourite game store, but it certainly has some good value sales. (Image source: Various - edited)

Epic MEGA Sale: 3 absorbing RPGs you can get into for a great discount

The best things in life aren't necessarily always free — sometimes they're heavily discounted. Epic Games is running its 2022 MEGA Sale until June 16 — let's have a look at some of the best RPG titles on offer.

Julian van der Merwe, 24 May 2022 09:15

The Logitech MX Master 3S comes in two colours, both for €129.99. (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech MX Master 3S: Premium wireless mouse presented with two major upgrades

Logitech has announced the MX Master 3S, an update to the MX Master 3. The MX Master 3S contains a few upgrades over the MX Master 3, although Logitech's professional mouse now starts at €129.99.

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 09:01

Logitech has launched two new mechanical keyboards today (image via Logitech)

Logitech MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini announced with multiple switch options, Bluetooth LE compatibility, and more

The Logitech MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini are now official. Both keyboards can be configured with Blue/Brown/Red switches with a travel distance of 19 mm and can offer up to fifteen days of battery backup. The MX Mechanica...

Anil Ganti, 24 May 2022 09:01

Antonline has the Gigabyte A5 K1 for just $999 USD with Ryzen 7 5800H, GeForce RTX 3060 graphics, and 240 Hz IPS display (Source: Antonline)

Deal | Antonline has the Gigabyte A5 K1 for just $999 USD with Ryzen 7 5800H, GeForce RTX 3060 graphics, and 240 Hz IPS display

The Gigabyte A5 X1, A5 K1, Aorus 15P YD, and U4 UD are all on sale with last generation Intel and AMD CPUs to make room for newer models with 12th gen Alder Lake and AMD Ryzen 3+.

Allen Ngo, 24 May 2022 03:23

The Poco F4 Pro is expected to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. (Source: Xiaomiui)

Poco F4 Pro parts go on sale clandestinely as launch looms

Poco is yet to even mention the Poco F4 Pro officially but it appears the phone's parts are already on sale in China, with a leaked image showing a stack of what appears to be Poco F4 Pro rear covers.

Ricci Rox, 23 May 2022 21:28

Sk hynix Platinum P41 2 TB PCIe4 x4 NVMe SSD benchmarked

The drive can indeed reach insanely fast 7000 MB/s transfer rates, but not for very long. We highly recommend getting a heat spreader to get the most out of the PCIe4 SSD as temperatures can ramp up quickly.

Allen Ngo, 23 May 2022 20:36

MSI has a new lineup of X670 and X670E boards for Ryzen 7000 AM5 platform. (Image Source: MSI)

Computex 2022 | MSI introduces MEG X670E Ace, MPG X670E Carbon Wi-Fi, and Pro X670-P Wi-Fi for AMD Ryzen 7000 AM5 platform

MSI has introduced a new lineup of X670 and X670E motherboards for the AMD Ryzen 7000 AM5 platform. Today, the company is taking wraps off the MEG X670E Ace, the MPG X670E Carbon Wi-Fi, and the Pro X670-P Wi-Fi with more models to...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 May 2022 20:32

The next-generation version of the Google Assistant is finally here, as is an updated version of YouTube Music. (Image source: Google & Samsung)

Google rolls out new YouTube Music features to Wear OS smartwatches as next-generation Google Assistant lands on Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic

Google has rolled out two major changes for Wear OS, months before the Pixel Watch's launch. Now, it is possible to stream music over LTE or Wi-Fi via YouTube Music, a feature that has been missing since the service's introduction...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2022 20:12

OxygenOS 12 C.60 brings new features to the OnePlus 9. (Image source: AltumCode)

OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro receive new features with their latest software updates

OnePlus has announced OxygenOS C.60 for the OnePlus 9 series. The OxygenOS 12-based update adds a few new features and is rolling out now for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2022 20:06

The Galaxy A13 5G has been a North American exclusive since December 2021. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G: Budget handset to launch in Europe with three colour options and three memory configurations as pricing leaks

According to reports, Samsung will begin offering the Galaxy A13 5G soon in Europe. For some reason, the company will introduce more colour options and memory configurations than it currently offers in North America. While the Gal...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2022 19:59

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