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Jan 22
President Trump announces $500 billion Stargate AI investment project with leaders of Softbank, Oracle, and OpenAI. (Image source: Fox 5 on YouTube)

President Trump announces Stargate AI investment project with $500 billion from MGX, OpenAI, Oracle, and Softbank

The Stargate AI investment project is equity-funded by MGX, OpenAI, Oracle, and Softbank, and partners with Arm, Microsoft, and Nvidia to create the necessary AI infrastructure to maintain America's leadership and dominance in the field of AI.
David Chien, 22 Jan 2025 00:56
Jan 21
The OnePlus 13R. (Image source: OnePlus)

Key highlights of upcoming OnePlus phones with new design leaked

OnePlus has confirmed that its 2025 devices will feature a major design overhaul. A recent leak has shared details of two phones that could be launching with the new design.
Huzefa Baloch, 21 Jan 2025 23:16
The new Casio Edifice and Oceanus models have a sleek, polished design. (Image source: @geesgshock on Instagram)

New Casio Edifice and Oceanus titanium metal watches with sapphire glass and solar tech spotted

Brand-new watches from Casio's 2025 lineup have leaked, revealing the Edifice ECB-S100 series with solar power and Bluetooth, and two premium Oceanus models in titanium. Both lines have modern features and sleek, durable designs.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jan 2025 22:33
Fujitsu's latest ultrabook weighs just 1.85 lbs (Image source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu FMV Note U AI laptop sports 36-hour battery, Intel Lunar Lake and weighs just 1.85 lbs

The Fujitsu FMV Note U aims to maximize the capabilities of Intel's Lunar Lake processors by offering high performance and long battery life of up to 36 hours. The ultrabook is also super light and weighs less than 2 lbs.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Jan 2025 22:27
New Tesla app update includes drive-in diner Supercharger icon (Image source: Tesla_App_iOS on X)

Latest app update references Tesla's upcoming drive-in diner Supercharger

Tesla's drive-in diner Supercharger may be getting near to opening, according to information obtained from the EV maker's mobile app update.
David Odejide, 21 Jan 2025 22:27
Leica's M11 is rumored to launch in a limited edition with silver buttons (Image source: LeicaRumors)

Leica M11: Leaked special edition camera might be limited to just 100 units

The Leica M11 will apparently be treated to a very limited special edition, which has now been leaked on multiple images. It appears that the full-frame rangefinder camera will receive numerous small design changes, but Leica won't alter the overall appearance.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Jan 2025 21:49
The aesthetic is more reminiscent of Fuji's X Series than anything on the Instax lineup (Image source: Fujifilm)

Fujifilm’s new Instax Wide Evo instant camera features stunning X Series inspired design and ultra-wide lens

Fujifilm has added a new hybrid instant camera to its Instax lineup, this time for the Instax Wide film format. The Instax Wide Evo features a series-first 16 mm ultra-wide lens, and manual controls for selecting over 100 film styles and effects. The hybrid designation means you can preview photos before printing, or print from your phone.
Vishal Bhardwaj, 21 Jan 2025 21:46
Lenovo has unveiled a tactical SSD that airport security probably won't like (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo unveils external SSD that may get frequent flyers into trouble

An USB-C external SSD in the shape of a hand grenade is currently crowdfunding in China. The product will provide high-speed data transfer but may cause quite a stir during airport security checks due to its unusual shape.
Andrew Sozinov, 21 Jan 2025 21:09
EA Origin is not long for this world (Image source: EA w/ edits)

EA to kill Origin game management frontend in April, will force migration to EA app

With the tech industry's long march to 64-bit only software, EA announced it will shutter its Origin game manager in April. Instead, users with games purchased from EA will have to use the EA app, which is a 64-bit piece of software.
Sam Medley, 21 Jan 2025 20:17
The first opportunity to try stable One UI 7 builds will be on the Galaxy S25 series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms One UI 7 launch on Galaxy S25 smartphones with Now Bar and Galaxy AI improvements

Samsung is preparing to showcase more than a fleet of new flagship smartphones tomorrow. The company has also confirmed that the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra will be the first smartphones to launch with One UI 7 before it reaches others later this year.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 19:55
Garmin has unveiled the new Approach S50 golf smartwatch. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Approach S50 smartwatch with popular features now available

Garmin launched the Approach S50 GPS smartwatch, which arrived alongside the Approach S44. Both offer an AMOLED display and many golfing tools. However, the Approach S50 offers various upgrades like a heart rate sensor and popular features such as Morning Report and Body Battery.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 19:47
The Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0ch has reached Europe with a reasonable launch price. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0ch now available as new 2 channel soundbar audio solution with Bluetooth 5.3

Xiaomi has now released the Soundbar 2.0ch after unveiling the soundbar last year. Based around a pair of 80 mm racetrack drivers, the Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0ch offers a handful of physical audio inputs and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for streaming audio from a laptop, tablet or smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 19:11
The Oppo Watch X2 is expected to follow the Watch X (above). (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Watch X2: New smartwatch renders and feature details spotted

Renders that are thought to show two of the upcoming Oppo X2 watches have been spotted at TENAA, a certification body in China. The first model has the number OWW242 and is listed with a wide range of features. The second model, the OWW251, matched another recent image and appears to have a larger battery capacity.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 19:08
The Garmin Approach S44 is a new GPS golf smartwatch. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin launches new AMOLED GPS smartwatch with 10-day battery life

The Garmin Approach S44 is now available in countries worldwide. This model is designed specifically for golfers, with features including GPS, preloaded maps and an accompanying Garmin Golf app. Plus, the wearable can run for up to 10 days in smartwatch mode.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 18:58
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x rocks a praiseworthy 14.5-inch 3K, 90 Hz OLED display. (Image source: Bets Buy)

Deal | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x with excellent 3K OLED display discounted to lowest-ever price at Best Buy

The 14.5-inch Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x packs a visually delightful 3K OLED display, making it an excellent choice for content consumption. Although its ARM-based Snapdragon X Elite SoC will make non-native apps troublesome to run; the laptop, at its current sale price, offers great value for casual users who wish to run a select few apps only.
Sambit Saha, 21 Jan 2025 18:57
GeForce Now logo (Image Source: Nvidia)

Many Nvidia GeForce Now cloud gaming subscriptions are sold out due to high demand

Many gamers find Nvidia GeForce Now to be the highest-quality cloud gaming solution. That popularity has led to lengthy queues and caps on playtime. Now, several GeForce Now service tiers are sold out, disappointing players hoping to stream the latest games. What is Nvidia doing to address the shortages?
Adam Corsetti, 21 Jan 2025 18:40
Samsung will be running various pre-order deals from tomorrow for the Galaxy S25 series. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra promotional offers leak with up to €290 in savings

Samsung is set to unleash a new wave of Galaxy S flagships on January 22. Ahead of tomorrow's launch event, a reliable leaker has shared insights into official pre-order offers for not just the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus, but also the more expensive Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 18:09
Xiaomi 15 Ultra could launch in February (14 Ultra in the picture, image source: Xiaomi)

Company official confirms imminent launch of Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be joining the other two Snapdragon 8 Elite phones in the lineup. As for when this camera flagship will be released, Lu Weibing, the company's president, has confirmed that it will be announced soon.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2025 17:43
Samsung will showcase new Galaxy AI features tomorrow during its Galaxy S25 series launch event. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S25: New official promos leak showing ProScaler and fresh AI features before launch day

A renowned leaker has shared fresh images relating to the Galaxy S25 series before tomorrow's Galaxy Unpacked event. The leaked images emphasise that Samsung will advertise the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra on the basis of their AI performance thanks to Android 15 and One UI 7.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 17:42
MSI is giving away Steam codes worth up to $100 with select products. (Image source: MSI)

MSI is giving away up to $100 in Steam codes with gaming motherboards, AIO liquid coolers and more

MSI has revealed a fresh new promotion offer that will last all the way to March of this year. With the purchase of a select few products, which include PSUs, motherboards, PC cases, and AIO liquid coolers, MSI is offering Steam codes worth up to $100.
Sambit Saha, 21 Jan 2025 17:18
Beats teased the Powerbeats Pro 2 last year. (Image source: Beats)

New details about Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds leak before long-awaited launch

According to new reports, the Powerbeats Pro 2 could be right around the corner. Teased last year, the earbuds are slated to launch in four colours with the same starting price as their predecessors.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 16:53
Real-time strategy fans can try out the free demo of Tempest Rising until February 3. (Image source: Steam)

Steam Real-Time Strategy Fest: RTS hopeful gets new multiplayer demo

The Steam Real-Time Strategy Fest is in full swing and runs until January 27. As part of the event, a multiplayer demo for an upcoming strategy game has been released, offering an exciting opportunity for fans of the genre to get an early taste of what’s to come. It’s a must-try for RTS enthusiasts!
Marius Müller, 21 Jan 2025 16:52
The grey model from the Casio AE-1600H series - the Casio AE-1600H-8BVCF - has a inverted LCD display. (Image source: Casio - edited)

New Casio AE-1600H series watches with 10-year battery life now available to preorder on Amazon

Three new Casio models from the AE-1600H series are now live for preorder on Amazon. Available in grey, black and beige colorways, they are equipped with 10-year battery life, a large LCD, and resin cases (& bands).
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jan 2025 16:49
The Oppo Find N5 should wirelessly charge more quickly than many of its peers can over a wired connection. (Image source: Oppo)

OnePlus Open 2 could overcome a notable weakness of the OnePlus Open

An Oppo executive has confirmed that the Find N5 and OnePlus Open 2 will soon launch with major upgrade compared to past models. The pair will match industry leaders in this regard, which surpass well-known foldables such as the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 16:33
Asus might soon announce a cheaper model to the ROG Phone 9 series. (Image source: Asus)

Asus appears to have a cheaper ROG Phone 9 model on the way

Asus may soon announce a third ROG Phone 9 model that is expected to be cheaper than its siblings. Called the ROG Phone 9 FE, the phone also shares an important feature with the ROG Phone 8 series, hinting at it being a rebadge of the 2024 gaming phone.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Jan 2025 16:22
The TCL K7G Plus Bronze Brown has been launched in China. (Image source: TCL)

New TCL K7G Plus smart door lock with facial recognition arrives

The TCL K7G Plus Bronze Brown smart door lock is now available in China. This smart home device offers facial recognition and fingerprint scanning alongside other unlocking methods. Plus, there is a larger built-in display on the internal part of the lock, which can show images from the integrated camera.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 15:51
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G's sturdy plastic case feels good to the touch thanks to its rounded edges, and it also looks stylish. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G: A handy everyday smartphone for under $200

An affordable smartphone that is supplied with updates for a long time—these two things don't usually go together. However, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G proves that this is possible. The budget phone costs less than $200 and comes with 6 years of updates. During our test, the Galaxy A16 5G also showed that it offers solid features despite its low price.
Manuel Masiero, 21 Jan 2025 15:49
Elon Musk has confessed to cheating in Path of Exile 2 and Diablo 4. (Image source: Pixabay, Tumisu / YouTube, WoldGamerSK)

Gamers furious: Elon Musk confesses to fraud in Path of Exile 2 and Diablo 4

Elon Musk recently drew widespread attention with claims of setting gaming records. While some in the gaming community were impressed, others accused the tech billionaire of cheating. These allegations have now been confirmed, sparking significant outrage among gamers.
Marius Müller, 21 Jan 2025 15:43
Nintendo Switch 2 may launch between April and September 2025, hints Nacon (Image source: Nintendo - edited)

Game publisher reveals the launch timeline for Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo finally gave us a first official look at the Switch 2 on January 16, but the company didn't reveal the launch date. A third-party accessory maker and game publisher has now shared when it expects the gaming handheld to launch.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2025 15:32
Dummy units of the next iPhone SE show a new design for the series. (Image source: Sonny Dickson)

iPhone SE 4: Rumoured iPhone 16e pictured with Dynamic Island in new leak

A typically reliable source has shared an image of the so-called iPhone 16e or iPhone SE 4. If accurate, then it would see the affordable iPhone looking more like the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 than previous rumours suggested.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 15:18
The Kia EV6 and EV9 will gain access to NACS chargers in the next few months. (Image source: Kia)

Kia delays Tesla Supercharger access for EV6 and EV9 at last minute

Kia EV6 and EV9 owners in the US will have to wait a little longer for Tesla Supercharger access. In September, the company announced that these electric vehicles would be able to charge at over 16,500 North American Charging Standard (NACS) DC fast chargers from January 15th. However, Kia has now confirmed a delay and indicated a later start date.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 14:29
The Segway GT3 Pro e-scooter is launching in the US later this year. (Image source: Segway)

Segway GT3 Pro new dual-motor e-scooter with full suspension revealed

The Segway GT3 Pro SuperScooter has been unveiled alongside the GT3/GT3 E. The GT3 Pro, launching in a few month's time, is powered by dual motors for fast acceleration and high top speed. Other features include dual suspension, an integrated smart display and self-sealing tires.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 14:19
The Retro Power Edition will likely command a higher starting price than its black and white counterparts. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo 3 gaming handheld teased in new Retro Power Edition before release

Ayaneo has teased a new version of its upcoming high-end gaming handheld. The Ayaneo 3 will now be sold in three finishes, including a Retro Power Edition that should be configurable with a 144 Hz OLED display and up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU.
Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 14:15
Casio has launched four new watches, including the DW5600RL-1 (above) in the US. (Image source: Casio)

Four new Casio watches celebrating original G-Shock now available in US

The Casio DW5600RL-1, DW6900RL-1, GA110RL-1S, and GA2100RL-1A watches have been launched in the US. These four new models celebrate the original G-Shock wearable, each offering slightly different features. For example, the GA110RL-1S is magnetic resistant, the GA2100RL-1A has a Carbon Core Guard structure and the two other watches run for up to five years.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 14:02
Stable One UI 7 update to reach compatible Galaxy S phones before the second quarter of this year (Image source: HowToMen)

Samsung shares its plans for stable One UI 7 rollout ahead of Galaxy S25 series launch

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is set to take the stage tomorrow at the first 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event. Right ahead of this January 22 launch event, the company has confirmed the imminent rollout of One UI 7 to compatible last-gen devices.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2025 13:51
Critically acclaimed FPS platformer is now 50% off on Steam (Image Source: Annapurna Interactive)

Critically acclaimed FPS platformer is now 50% off on Steam

Neon White is a critically acclaimed FPS/platformer hybrid where you sacrifice guns for speed. It places a heavy emphasis on speedrunning and over-the-top parkour moves. It currently has an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam.
Rohith Bhaskar, 21 Jan 2025 13:29
The Kindle Colorsoft has received its first price drop. (Image: Kristen Spradlin / Notebookcheck / Amazon)

Deal | Kindle Colorsoft records its first-ever discount

You can now pick up Amazon's first color e-reader without paying the full price. The latest deal is valid for Prime members and comes with three months of free Kindle Unlimited.
Kristen Spradlin, 21 Jan 2025 13:22
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i (16 Intel) features a 5MP webcam with an IR sensor. (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 9 with Mini LED display, Core Ultra 9 185H, and RTX 4060 records double-digit price drop

The 2024 Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 9 has recorded a $400 discount on the list price, causing the laptop to attain its lowest price to date. The notebook is powered by a speedy Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, 32 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage, and an RTX 4060 laptop GPU. Around the front, the machine carries an excellent 16-inch Mini LED panel.
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Jan 2025 13:12
Tesla China already ships out Model Y Juniper units (Image source: DriveGreen/X)

2025 Model Y Juniper tax credit in flux for release date as Trump executive order pauses EV subsidy payments

The Tesla Model Y Juniper orders are set to open in the US, and the flurry of Trump executive orders seems to put an immediate end to all EV subsidy disbursements.
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Jan 2025 12:59
The Sjgam M20 Pro comes with a dock, two gamepads and two light guns. (Image source: Retro Handhelds)

Sjgam M20 Pro revealed as Nintendo Switch-lookalike retro gaming handheld with 7-inch display, dock and light guns

The Sjgam M20 Pro is a new retro gaming handheld with a 7-inch IPS display, Rockchip RK3566 processor, and EmuELEC OS. It supports 30+ emulators and will ship with light guns, gamepads, and a dock - though its resemblance to the Nintendo Switch is hard to overlook.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jan 2025 12:46
The Redmi K80 Pro. (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi K90 Pro: Leak reveals Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and other highlights

The Redmi K series is known for its performance-oriented smartphones. The K80 series was unveiled in November. A new leak has revealed potential details about the next-generation Redmi K90 Pro.
Huzefa Baloch, 21 Jan 2025 12:13
This brutal, Half-Life-inspired FPS is now 20% off on Steam (Image Source: Steam)

This brutal, Half-Life-inspired FPS is now 20% off on Steam

Vladik Brutal is a Half-Life-inspired FPS made by a solo dev. It takes the atmosphere of City 17 and mixes it with the over-the-top violence of something like Brutal Doom. The game sits on a "Very Positive" rating on Steam and is 20% off for a limited time.
Rohith Bhaskar, 21 Jan 2025 11:53
The Phlanp USB lights are described as being "noticeably brighter than your average candle" (Image source: bdos on MySKU)

$0.20 USB-powered lights get smashing review

For $1, the lucky buyer is getting 5 small Phlanp USB-A-powered lights that are reasonably bright at ~60 lux. Delivery is free for both EU member states and the US, as of this writing.
Sergey Tarasov, 21 Jan 2025 11:38
RX 9070 GPUs, including AIB cards like the Gigabyte RX 9070 OC pictured here, will be up for sale in March 2025. (Image source: Gigabyte, Unsplash, edited)

AMD allegedly makes last-min decision to delay RX 9070/XT reveal as GPUs seemingly already in stock at major retailer

During the official reveal of the RDNA 4 GPUs at CES 2025, AMD confirmed a Q1 2025 launch. However, aside from revealing a vague release date target, the company has remained tight lipped on other details. Interestingly, MicroCenter reportedly already has supply of RX 9000 GPUs, making AMD's decision to push the RDNA 4 launch to March 2025 seem like a sudden development.
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Jan 2025 10:36
Xiaomi WinPlay is currently in the internal beta phase (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi WinPlay Engine promises local Windows games playability on Android with minimal performance hit

The Xiaomi WinPlay Engine has landed on the Pad 6S Pro as a three-layer virtualization tool designed to run Windows games right on the device. It's said to have a GPU performance loss of only 2.9%.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2025 08:20
Congratulations! It's a baby Blackwell graphics card. (Image source: Asus)

ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 32GB GDDR7 OC Edition card weighs almost as much as average newborn baby

The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 32GB GDDR7 OC Edition card has turned up in a short review video alongside the Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5090 Solid OC and Aorus GeForce RTX 5090 Master Ice 32G cards. The whopping graphics card from Asus tipped the scales at almost the same weight as an average full-term female baby.
Daniel R Deakin, 21 Jan 2025 07:28
Korg launches three Handytraxx portable record players for analog audio enthusiasts. (Image source: Korg)

Korg unveils trio of Handytraxx portable record players

The series includes the Handytraxx Play for DJs, the Handytraxx Tube for record enthusiasts who want the warmth of a tube amplifier, and the Handytraxx 1bit for collectors who want to archive vinyl records to high-resolution DSD/PCM audio files.
David Chien, 21 Jan 2025 07:15
Inside the FlippenHeimer (Image Source: Erwin Ried)

FlippenHeimer: A Flipper Zero Geiger counter that is now on sale

Flipper Zero users searching for exotic sensor mods for their devices are in luck: The FlippenHeimer is now on sale. This Geiger counter mod provides insight into surrounding radioactivity and has received glowing reviews.
Stephen Pereyra, 21 Jan 2025 05:35
Presidential executive order blocks TikTok ban enforcement for a period of 75 days. (Image source: TikTok)

President Trump signs executive order temporarily blocking enforcement of TikTok ban by attorney general

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order blocking the enforcement of the TikTok ban by the United States for a period of 75 days.
David Chien, 21 Jan 2025 04:16
Li-S solid-state battery schematics (Image source: Fraunhofer ISI/Renata Sas)

New LiS solid-state battery with glass electrolyte can be charged in 1 minute and is very durable

A collaboration of Chinese and German research teams shows the impressive potential of batteries with solid-state electrolytes. Their electrical properties are superior, at least in a lab setting.
Mario Petzold, 21 Jan 2025 00:57

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