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The 15 Pro and Pro Max are now hailed as the "strongest" iPhones ever, as they are the first of their line to step up to "Grade 5" titanium in their frames. However, their well-touted toughness compared to their stainless steel forebears has come into question thanks to some initial tests of their durability. They suggest that the fancy new frames, together with some other new design tweaks, might actually make the new top-end iPhones more susceptible to damage.

Apple has made privacy a cornerstone of its customer experience across its product lineup. However, there has been more than one occasion where the company has fallen short of its claims, and it might still have some work to do yet.

Although it only has a refresh rate of 75 Hz and 1,920 X 1,080 pixels, the Acer Nitro XZ320QR bih is a popular curved gaming monitor in the budget market. With a list price of US$229.99, this 31.5-inch monitor with AMD FreeSync support is now down to US$169.99, thanks to a 26% discount.

It is becoming increasingly likely that Tesla will release the Cybertruck in only two versions at first, styled after the Model S and Model X AWD trims. These would be a base dual-motor option and a tri-motor variant that Elon Musk may have just referred to as the 'Performance' model.

Picking up a new iPhone also usually means picking up a case to go with it. However, buyers will need to beware that Apple’s decision to change the mute switch into an Action button seems to have caught some case makers out.

Regulatory documents suggest that the Tesla Model 3 Performance will get a significant motor update in the Highland refresh, potentially bringing better acceleration, top speed, and power delivery characteristics to Tesla's economical sedan.

A new leak has shed light on some of the camera features bought forth by the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. It lets users scrub ambient noise from their videos, change facial expressions via the app, and more.

A Reddit user while digging through the Spotify app code has discovered details of its 'Supremium' HiFi plan that is likely to be launched soon. It will feature 24-bit lossless audio, AI-enabled playlist creation, 30 hours of audiobooks every month and DJ-like BPM matching and transitioning between tracks. The plan pricing is listed as US$19.99/month.

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is an inexpensive and family-friendly 11-inch tablet that scores with a bright display, good mid-range performance and long battery life. However, Google services, including Google Play, are not part of the package. If you install them later, which works just fine, you also lose the warranty for the tablet.

Four Cybertruck units were spotted outside the Tesla Gigafactory in Texas, supposedly waiting for crash testing. Collision safety has been a hot-button topic for the Cybertruck since the stainless steel body and angular design of the electric pickup truck debuted.

Just two months after its launch, Sony's popular AirPods Pro alternative has dropped to its most affordable sale price thus far as a 20% coupon code on eBay brings the wireless WF-1000XM5 earbuds with an effective ANC functionality down to just US$238.

There may be evidence of the next generation of smartphone design out there, even if it comes from a slightly unexpected quarter. An upcoming Motorola device is depicted as ditching the usual multi-layer rear camera hump for a smooth, almost bubble-like housing for dual lenses, one of which might be for a 50MP camera.

An excellent fan-made Sony Xperia 1 VI (or Mark 6) concept video has been posted as some new potential rumors about the 2024 flagship have emerged. While some are to be expected, such as the presence of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, others point to some nifty but not huge upgrades for the Xperia 1 VI.

ColorOS is a custom version of Android officially developed by OPPO - however, that might not stop the OEM becoming more like iOS 17 in its upcoming major upgrade. Its latest betas are now said to have integrated Dynamic Island-style animations, even though its selfie cameras are of a different style. That may not be the only iPhone-like software tweak within the ColorOS 14 UI.

Audi has upgraded the Q4 e-tron electric compact SUV for the 2024 model year to more closely resemble its goal of a do-it-all EV. Thanks to upgraded rear motors, the latest Q4 e-tron has more range, more power, and upgraded suspension for a sportier ride.

Apple touts its new, in-house FineWoven fabric as an eco-friendly alternative to leather as a material for accessories. However, its cases for the new iPhones have drawn the ire of some correspondents already, as they assert that it is not as durable as made out to be in its presentation. Meanwhile, some consumers claim to be equally unimpressed.

OnePlus has announced a new version of its flagship TWS earbuds for the European market. The 2Rs have most of the same specs as their premium counterparts, which include wide-band active noise cancellation (ANC), LHDC codec support and up to 39 hours of battery life. Then again, OnePlus might have factored the discounts that make the original Buds Pro 2 a better deal into their pricing.

According to early reports, Samsung is already developing a follow-up to the Galaxy A54. Reportedly, while Samsung will equip the Galaxy A55 with a 50 MP primary camera, along with an Exynos 1480 chipset that could contain an AMD-based GPU.

AYANEO has now provided more information about the SLIDE, its first gaming handheld with a built-in keyboard. Based around an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU, the AYANEO SLIDE has a 6-inch IPS display and hall triggers, among other gaming-related hardware.

FTC's investigation on the Activision / Blizzard acquisition reveals that the Xbox business is not looking too good. CEO of MS Gamin Phil Spencer believes the business model needs to change in order to survive this decade, and one way to do this could come through more acquisitions. Leaked emails from 2020 show Spencer is eying Nintendo and Valve, possibly even Warner Brothers.

Limited to only 150 systems, this Razer Blade 16 variant combines top-tier specs like the RTX 4090 and a dual-resolution mini-LED 16-inch screen with Lamborghini's design elements borrowed from the new Revuelto supercar.

The Tecno Phantom V Flip is one of the cheapest clamshell foldables around, following the release of the Motorola Razr 40 earlier this year. Eventually available in Europe, the handset will arrive first in India, where Tecno has priced it at INR 49,999 (~US$601).

Xiaomi has begun offering the Redmi Buds 5, a pair of earbuds that retails for CNY 199 (~US$27) in China. Available in three colours, the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 has ANC, 8 hours of battery life with the technology activated and Bluetooth Multipoint, among other features.

While Dodge Chargers, both the SRT Hellcat and HEMI models, are the most stolen vehicles in the US, together with the Infinity Q50 and the Dodge Challenger, Tesla vehicles are at the opposite end. The Model 3 and Model Y are the least stolen cars now.

The Sony HT-X8500 Soundbar is discounted in the UK and the US, where you can now buy the device for US$198. The 2.1ch gadget can upscale audio to close to 7.1.2ch quality with support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Other features include 4K HDR pass-through, a voice enhancement tool and Bluetooth connectivity.

Microsoft advertises the new Surface Go 4 as being exclusively for businesses. However, the new 2-in-1 is available to order freely in multiple countries, including the US. The Surface Go 4 starts at US$579.99 with Intel Processor N200, 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage.

The Garmin Beta Version 14.67 has arrived for various smartwatches, including the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2, Epix 2 Pro and Enduro. The update provides bug fixes for problems with Body Battery, the music player and translation. The software is available to download on wearables enrolled in the Garmin Beta Program.

The HP Victus 15 is enjoying a whopping 33.33% discount at Best Buy. The laptop features a 15-inch 144 Hz FHD display, an RTX 3050 6 GB GPU, and a Core i5-13420H. Additionally, there is 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage both of which can be expanded thanks to a single M.2 and two SO-DIMM slots.

A report by Reuters claims that Amazon is working on several new smart home devices, including a projector which can turn any surface into a screen to help you with everyday tasks. The new outlet suggests that it has information from people close to the project, with the acquisition of a start-up helping to provide momentum to the product’s development.

The Xiaomi Curved Gaming Monitor 30" is now on sale in the UK and Spain, with discounts for early customers. The device has a 21:9 aspect ratio, 200 Hz refresh rate and WFHD resolution. The curved screen has gaming features like support for AMD FreeSync Premium and a Low Blue Light mode.

Launched the same day as Cyberpunk 2077 2.0, the Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 537.42 carries multiple highlights, but the essential one is DLSS 3.5. The new software package for GeForce GPUs also comes with DLSS and Nvidia Reflex support for Party Animals, Warhaven, and Witchfire.

Amazon has launched its Fire TV Soundbar in the US. The 2.0 channel device provides virtual surround sound and supports DTS and Dolby technologies. The cheaper model is easy to set up, connecting to your TV via HDMI, with the option to connect further gadgets via Bluetooth.

Amazon has revealed the Echo Frames (3rd Gen) and Carrera Smart Glasses with Alexa, launching soon. Compared to older models, the devices have enhanced speakers and improved battery life, lasting up to 14 hours with moderate use. Plus, you can mute the microphones and connect to two devices simultaneously.

Microsoft has updated its flagship laptop and 2-in-1 machine. Available as the Surface Laptop Studio 2, the new device comes with Intel Raptor Lake-H processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs and an updated trackpad. The Surface Laptop Studio 2 starts at US$1,999.99 but US$2,399.99 for a version with a dedicated GPU.

Microsoft has refreshed its Surface Laptop Go series, which is now on its third generation. The Surface Laptop Go 3 is still missing a backlit keyboard and retains the same I/O as its predecessor. Microsoft equips the new Surface Laptop Go with an Intel Core i5-1235U processor, plus up to 512 GB of storage and 16 GB of RAM.

The 2.5-inch SATA SSD may feature cost-effective QLC NAND, but for desktop PC users who are looking for a reasonably priced flash storage solution, the 4TB version of Samsung 870 QVO is still worth consideration at a price of 5.1 cents per gigabyte.

Soundcore asserts that its latest portable Bluetooth speakers are tough enough to be thrown into a bag and accompany the user at a barbeque or bonfire. One might indeed be inclined to keep the Motion 100 or 300 around at all times due to their support of the LDAC codec, not to mention "wireless Hi-Res audio". They also boast at least 12 hours of maximum battery life and a "premium" appearance.

A Cybertruck spotted on the streets sporting a bright blue digital camo wrap has once again ignited speculation about Tesla potentially offering factory wraps for the stainless steel electric pickup truck.

NIO has confirmed that it has made its own smartphone for fans of its premium automotive experience. The inaugural Phone is equipped with some high-end features to match those from the Samsung Galaxy S series and even the newest iPhones, although they are geared for close integration with first-party cars in this case.

The attractive cellular configuration of the 2021 iPad Pro 12.9 also comes with 128GB of mass storage, an excellent Mini-LED display and the quick Apple M1 SoC. At almost 40 percent off MSRP, the flagship tablet is still worth consideration in late 2023.

David Brown Automotive has announced its Mini eMastered as a custom production electric Mini Conversion with a 0-60 time of just 8.5 seconds. The bespoke restomod aims to modernise the drive train but keep the spirit that made the Mini special.

Bambu Lab has just launched the A1 mini, a compact, entry-level, multicolor 3D printer packed with state-of-the-art features, including auto bed leveling, active vibration and flow-rate compensation, motor noise cancellation, tool-less swappable nozzle and a monitoring camera. The new AMS lite system automates filament loading with 4 spools at a time. The A1 mini is priced at an attractive US$459, or US$299 without the AMS lite, and will be available from mid-October.

Leaked documents submitted by Microsoft to the FTC throw light on the company's plans for the next generation Xbox slated for a 2028 release. Microsoft is exploring both ARM and Zen 6 x64 options with a Navi 5 GPU and an NPU as part of its hybrid compute plans together with next gen DirectX ray tracing. In the run up to this, Microsoft may also introduce a handheld Xbox and a cloud-only gaming device.

Hands-on photos of the Pixel 8a have appeared online, courtesy of a reliable leaker. Leaking possibly 8 months before the device's release, the photos reveal a departure from the design of Pixel 7a. While relatively thick bezels remain, the Pixel 8a has a more curved look than its predecessor.

A renowned leaker has revealed the first set of official Galaxy Tab S9 FE series images. Likely arriving later this year alongside the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy Buds FE, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus retain premium-looking designs with slim display bezels, metal housings and S Pen support.

With the latest round of price slashes for the AMD's X3D processors, the Ryzen 7800X3D gaming king can now be purchased for only US$389 at B&H or Amazon, and those lucky enough to live near a Microcenter store can even find this model at US$379.99.

Xiaomi has revealed the Redmi Note 13 5G in China, where it starts for just CNY 1,099 (~US$151). Equipped with a bright AMOLED display, the Redmi Note 13 5G also has a 108 MP primary camera, a 5,000 mAh battery and a modern MediaTek Dimensity chipset, among other features.

Thanks to the use of a custom-made large language model specifically aimed at voice interaction, the new Alexa AI can carry on even more natural conversations with its users than before. The update allows Amazon's virtual assistant to understand and fulfill more complex questions and requests.

Google Play Console listings have confirmed earlier rumours about the Galaxy S23 FE launching in Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Exynos 2200 flavours. Both phones have an FHD+ screen, 8 GB RAM and run Android 13.

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 13 Pro in China, its mid-tier offering between the Redmi Note 13 5G and Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus. The Redmi Note 13 Pro features some of the same hardware as its Pro Plus sibling but in a cheaper overall package that also houses Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset.