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Tesla can build its Superchargers at much faster and cheaper rates than the competition, allowing it to win bid after bid for federal and state public EV charging network funding. It is already at 18% winning bids as it makes its own Superchargers.

ENGWE has put its latest "Super" X-series electric bikes up for sale in the US and Europe for a new simultaneous Labor Day/Autumn event. The deals include US$200 or €300 discounts on the OEM's flagship all-terrain, up-to-1,200W motor X26 model. There are also more deals on older e-bikes such as the foldable EP-2 Pro and cruiser-style M20.

Leakers have now revealed the launch date of the Xiaomi 13T series, as well as regional differences and a feature list for the forthcoming Pro model. Reportedly arriving towards the end of this month, the Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 13T Pro will feature fast displays and modern MediaTek Dimensity chipsets. The cheaper Xiaomi 13T will not ship with Leica camera tunings in all markets, though.

The BP2000 is Oukitel's first portable power station that can be expanded with its own add-on batteries, for a total capacity estimated at up to 16,384Wh. The portable power station core is rated to pack 2,084Wh on its own, with an output of up to 2,200W thanks to its inbuilt AC outlets. The BP2000 is also compatible with up-to-1000W solar panels for an off-the-grid power supply solution.

Anbernic has released the RG405V, a 4-inch gaming handheld powered by a Unisoc Tiger T618 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and a 5,500 mAh battery. The Anbernic RG405V comes in three finishes, including an unusual Wood Grain option.

The Redmi K70-series smartphones are still thought to launch as the first premium Android smartphones with the new flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor to be launched by Xiaomi. Now, they are also thought to debut with a potentially crucial rear camera upgrade neglected in even the latest, highest-end K60 Ultra variant of 2023.

According to a usually reliable leaker, Samsung has elected to equip the Galaxy S24 Ultra with not only an improved telephoto camera, but also a refined primary camera. While next year's Ultra will retain a 200 MP sensor, it should be an optimised version of the ISOCELL HP2 found in the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

The Formovie Xming Q3 Pro smart home projector has arrived in China. The device has a 1080p resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate, throwing images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide. Other features include integrated 5W speakers, auto-focus, a 10ms input lag and voice commands.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Graphene Baseboard Heater 2 in China. The new model has up to 2,200W power, heating your room to temperatures up to 28°C (~82°F). You can control the device with a touch panel, voice commands or the Xiaomi app, with a built-in thermostat automatically switching the gadget off when the room reaches your desired temperature.

SK On, an EV battery supplier of Ford, Volkswagen, and other automaking juggernauts, announced a solid-state electrolyte battery breakthrough. Pilot prototypes are slated for 2026, while mass production is scheduled for 2028.

Huawei has revealed plans to soon offer successors to its popular Watch GT 3 series. Arriving two days after Apple presents its next devices, Huawei is expected to unleash two versions of the Watch GT 4, both running HarmonyOS 4.

Creality has launched the CR-10 SE, its new FDM 3D printer targeted at advanced users. The new printer addresses the issue of getting the ideal first layer by auto-leveling using multiple sensors upon startup. It also features a model cooling fan to prevent distorted overhangs and can print at up to 600 mm/s.

Two of the premium German automaking brands - Mercedes and BMW - barely waited for Tesla to announce its Model 3 Highland refresh to out its competitors. BMW is resurrecting its turnaround mascot the Neue Klasse, while Mercedes presented a sleek CLA Class with longer range than the Highland.

Volkswagen has announced an electric GTI concept based on the front-wheel drive ID. 2all expected to launch in around 2027. The German marque will face stiff competition from the likes of Fiat, Mini, Renault, and perhaps even Tesla. Volkswagen appears to be leaning more heavily on legacy nameplates than previous comments indicated.

The beautiful 65-inch OLED TV from the South Korean market leader has dropped to one of its lowest sale prices thus far as a well-known electronics retailer is selling one of the most popular size variants of the LG C3 for US$800 off its original list price.

Shure has launched the second iteration of its AONIC 50 wireless ANC headphones, featuring improved noise cancellation, in-built spatial with three modes, support for low-latency, lossless codecs and a battery life of 45 hours. The new features put them at par with established favorites from Bose, Sony and Sennheiser. The headphones are priced at US$349.

TCL's IFA 2023 booth is replete with unusual and cutting-edge display technology, including the latest CSOT prototypes hinting at a future with devices such as 17-inch foldable laptops. The first-gen NXTPAPER display smartphones, on the other hand, are market-ready, touted to deliver the most eye health-friendly, non-glossy experience in a sub-7-inch form-factor for the first time.

Infinix pitches its latest Zero-series device as the ideal Android smartphone for those most interested in front-facing camera footage, thanks to an unusually high-res selfie camera. It is touted as capable of "flagship"-grade 4K recording, and is set into a "unique" and "beautifully curved" AMOLED display with a competitive 144Hz refresh rate. The 30 5G is also rated to extend its RAM to as much as 21GB thanks to its Android 13-based, ChatGPT-capable UI.

The successor of the Samsung Odyssey G9, namely the Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC with model number LS49CG954SNXZ arrived earlier this year and is now down to US$1,599.99 on both Amazon and Samsung US (from US$1,799.99 list price). On Amazon, this price tag is also the lowest in the last 30 days.

It has been rumored that PS5 Pro dev kits have already been sent out to presumably major developers with close links to Sony. There are some expectations that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be released in 2024, with a huge franchise title already associated with the potential “world’s most powerful console”.

Ulefone has now set more details on its upcoming Armor 23 Ultra out on the IFA 2023 show floor. It is touted as its OEM's first-gen satellite messaging-capable Android device - however, it is now also slated to pack three 50MP cameras in total, not to mention a 120Hz display and the same "Super Fast" charging specs as the Xiaomi 13 Pro. Nevertheless, Ulefone has now also revealed that it will not cost nearly as much on its release to the European market.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has addressed a technology conference claiming that the company will regain the lead chip fabrication node technology in 2025. He also said that Intel has managed to snare a “large customer” for its 18A node, which is on track for 2025

The processor giant Intel is expanding in countries like Germany and Poland. In Malaysia, Intel already has an established presence. Here, Intel Malaysia does a lot of testing as well as the sorting and packaging of the microchips. Notebookcheck was given a rare peek behind the curtain.

With the launch of the new Soundgear Sense earbuds, JBL has just become the latest brand to introduce open-ear technology to its lineup. The earphones house 16.2 mm drivers and four microphones, and features include a detachable neckband for extra security, IP54 weather resistance, multipoint connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3 LE audio and 6 plus 18 hours of battery life.

The Pixel and Pixel 8 Pro are still about a month away from launching, with Google having now confirmed plans to host a Pixel hardware event on October 4. According to new rumours, Google will equip both models globally with SIM card slots and will offer Night Sight for video, at least for the Pixel 8 Pro.

Ulefone has come to demonstrate how rugged its Android devices really are at IFA 2023 by even inviting attendees to come and stand on some of them on the show floor. The OEM has also taken the opportunity to unveil new products such as its latest Armor Pad-series tablet - not to mention the Armor 23 Ultra, its maker's inaugural "two-way satellite communication" smartphone.

Visionox has reportedly demonstrated a new display that, despite having rounded corners, could also have extra-thin bezels on at least three sides. The prototype panel may also boast advanced refresh rate and dimming specs, yet conserve power thanks to on-trend LTPO technology. It is said to debut in the successor to an Android smartphone currently being displayed at IFA 2023.

A weight below 1 kg (~2.2 lb), with a shimmering case, invisible touchpad, and OLED display. In addition, the hardware equipment promises to get work done speedily. But LG still has to deal with some small annoyances.

Huawei is now believed to add an even more premium variant to its new flagship Mate 60 smartphone series soon. The Pro Plus (or Pro+) is thought to have even more punch-hole than the existing Pro variant, although both might run on the same mysterious new processor. On that note, a new Weibo post claims to outline the alleged Kirin platform's specs and performance metrics.

The 12.7-inch Lenovo Tab P12 benefits from a great price-to-performance ratio. Online, the mid-range device is already available for under US$400 in some places - but it still offers great features and performance. The option to expand the tablet's uses via a stylus and keyboard makes the device particularly interesting.

A Cybertruck Supercharger session gives the closest look at the Cybertruck's open frunk yet, with a charger cable stored in for a good measure. The Cybertruck has also been filmed towing a big ATC ROM 500 truck trailer.

Anycubic has just launched its new Kobra 2 series of FDM 3D printers, boasting speeds up to 500 mm/s, acceleration up to 20,000 mm/s2 and build volume up to 88 L. The series follows the previously launched Kobra 2 with four new model variants offering different speeds and build volume specs. All models are available for pre-order starting September 1.

The new Mini Cooper EV has been redesigned from the ground up with an electric drivetrain in mind, resulting in drastically more range. The three-door Cooper retains its classic Mini charm, despite a forward-looking design language throughout its interior and exterior.

An exciting handful of Nintendo Switch 2 leaks have been shared on social media with the various claims making for a heady mixture. Switch 2 backwards compatibility is touched upon as are a couple of other features, but astonishingly there is also an outlandish statement that Final Fantasy VII Remake runs like a PlayStation 5 game on the next-generation Nintendo console.

The very cheap 9-inch Lenovo tablet is powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 processor and 3GB of RAM, which means that the Tab M9 is a very basic Android device that is mostly intended for media consumption or other use cases that don't require much computing power.

The Withings ScanWatch 2 is the company's most advanced hybrid smartwatch yet, in part thanks to its bevvy of health monitoring features. Not only can the ScanWatch 2 monitor your skin temperature, but it can also take ECGs and will last upwards of a month between charges.

iQOO has confirmed that the Z8 will launch with the mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC later in August 2023. Despite this spec, it is now slated to launch with the same charging technology as the flagship 11 for the global market. The upcoming device will also boast a new "3K" vapor chamber to enhance the allegedly class-leading performance of its silicon.

Motorola has expanded next week's launch of the Moto G54 5G to India, having previously been a Chinese exclusive. While Motorola has now confirmed various specifications about the forthcoming mid-range smartphone, pricing for the new handset has also turned up online.

Chatreey is now selling its G2 mini-PC with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU. Still based on Intel Alder Lake-H processors, the Chatreey G2 is available from US$683 and has upgradeable memory, among other features.

The PlayStation Portal can now be pre-ordered in multiple countries, including the UK and the US. Sony has also brought the device to many Eurozone countries, with Canada and Japan availability scheduled for later this month.

Dangbei has introduced the Atom, a laser projector that is said to weigh just 1.27 kg. Reportedly also measuring 19.5 x 19.5 x 4.74 cm, the Dangbei Atom will be capable of creating up to 180-inch images at 1080p while running Google TV with Chromecast, Hey Google and Play Store support.

Focusrite has launched the fourth generation of its budget-friendly Scarlett audio interfaces. This iteration adds beginner-friendly features like auto-gain and ‘Clip-Safe’ while increasing dynamic range to an impressive 120 dB and introducing two modes in its signature ‘Air’ setting for a professional sound.

Samsung China has effectively confirmed that the most premium edition of the Galaxy Z Fold5 is officially on the way. It is likely to be accompanied by a version of the Z Flip5 clamshell foldable smartphone with an equally luxurious finish and potential for improved internal specs on its impending launch.

HTC Vive's XR Elite is a flagship virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) headset that goes for well over US$1,000. However, the OEM has decided to sweeten that deal for a limited time with its new PC VR Bundle offers. It purports to help the user "save over US$280" by throwing the accessories and titles possibly needed to get into headset gaming in for free.

European pricing for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro has now turned up online, weeks before the pair's launch alongside the Pixel Watch 2. Allegedly, the Pixel 8 series will start with 128 GB of storage in Europe; a 512 GB variant will not be offered for the smaller Pixel 8 either.

The first driving test of the newly announced Tesla Model 3 Highland facelift is up with commentary in English. The drive tests the new suspension, seats, steering wheel response, and 0-60 performance.

Tecno has brought color-changing technology to laptops at IFA 2023 with the Dazzling Edition of the MegaBook S1. The concept device is joined by its T1 sibling, now slated to bring its own pop of color to 14-inch business-class notebooks soon. The PCs are joined by Tecno's latest smartphones, the cutting-edge Phantom V Fold and distinctive Camon 20 Premier included.

Motorola has now released the Moto G84 5G, a new mid-range smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset, 12 GB of RAM and a 5,000 mAh battery. Motorola also equips the handset with an optically stabilised 50 MP primary camera and a 120 Hz OLED display, among other features.

The GPD Win Mini is almost here after a long wait. According to the company, the Win Mini will be orderable from next week, starting at US$699 with an AMD Ryzen 5 7640U APU, 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. GPD has now added a top tier 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB SSD option too.

The ArmSoM-p2 pro is a new single-board computer powered by the Rockchip RK3308B-S and 512 MB of DDR3 SDRAM. Seemingly, the ArmSoM-p2 pro is a re-badged BPI-P2 Pro, explained by the fact that ArmSoM is a Banana Pi subsidiary.