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Samsung is now said to launch next-gen flagship Android smartphones that go to whole new lengths for increased screen-on time. This might involve scaling batteries typically used in electric vehicles (EVs) down to those of a size usable in mobile devices for potentially improved specs. The OEM is said to partner with 2 Chinese companies in the industry for this purpose.

With sequential read speeds of almost 7,500 MB/s, the insanely fast (and accordingly priced) Samsung 990 PRO 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is now down by 38% on Amazon, so those interested can get it for US$179.99 instead of US$289.99. The 1 TB model is also discounted and currently goes for US$99.99 (down from US$169.99).

Apple is tipped to try and make the world accept its Reality (headset) during WWDC 2023. The first-gen VR/AR platform is now backed to come with its own version of Safari, FaceTime, Fitness, Siri and more on its allegedly impending launch. However, it seems the Cupertino giant has gone and developed something for it that might end up being a major sticking point to its adoption.

Available on Amazon since September 2021, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini 65% wireless mechanical gaming keyboard features Chroma RGB lighting and up to 200 hours of battery life. With a list price of US$199.99, the Phantom Edition is now down to US$94.99, while the regular one drops from US$179.99 to US$89.99.

The well-built base model from the current 2023 MacBook Pro lineup can now be ordered for a reduced sale price of US$1,749 after Amazon introduced a notable 12 percent discount on the very quick 14-inch multimedia laptop with the lightning-fast Apple M2 SoC.

Realme is thought to launch a series of mid-range smartphones soon that will switch to a disc-like camera hump that just happens to look like that of Xiaomi's latest premium Android device. Its flagship, the "11 Pro Plus", is also now said to launch with cameras that threaten even the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's out-of-this-world headlining feature.

In a court ruling that sets a precedence for other car crashes with active Tesla Autopilot in the defendant's corner, the driver-assist feature has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Driver negligence was deemed the cause of the crash, and the jurors were adamant that the Model S gave plenty of indications it is not a self-driving car.

Samsung US has just added the Galaxy S22 series to its Certified Re-Newed program. It allows consumers to buy the ex-flagship Android smartphones as "expertly" refurbished units through the OEM's official website for reduced prices. Then again, similarly sustainable deals are available elsewhere, with even better discounts in some cases.

It's Earth Day 2023, and, thus, a potentially ideal time to augment your personal or home audio set-up finished in FSC-certified wood. If so, House of Marley has you covered with speakers, ANC TWS earbuds or wireless headphones in sustainable style. They often back it up with high-quality materials such as stainless steel and recyclable aluminum.

A Nintendo Switch successor has been mentioned in a new social media post from a user who has been nicknamed “retail uncle” or “buyer uncle”, but not in the form of the widely used "Switch 2" moniker. The source brings back the “Switch Pro” and even more puzzlingly also includes a mention for the PS5 Pro in a now widely discussed tweet.

Even the spacious 4TB variant of the budget-friendly Crucial P3 Plus is now approaching the US$200 mark as another SSD sale at a well-known online retailer offers the M.2 storage module for just US$215 including shipping.

GMK is now selling two new mini PCs powered by AMD Ryzen 7 CPUs. The NucBox K1 has an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H, and the NucBox K2 has an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS. Both machines are similar in every other regard.

The third-gen Xiaomi Mix Fold is now said to launch as a foldable smartphone with the updated Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. More alleged specs have emerged for the supposedly upcoming super-flagship Android smartphone, which may indicate both advantages and disadvantages over the new Vivo X Fold 2 with the same SoC.

Compal has announced the Mobile Office, its latest concept laptop. Presented with an unusual design, the Compal Mobile Office brings a new form factor to the laptop market with a foldable palm rest and hidden ports, among other features.

According to a renowned analyst, Apple will sell its first 15-inch MacBook Air with two processor options. Reiterating an earlier rumour, the analyst alleges that the MacBook Air 15 will miss out on the Apple M3. There is no Apple M2 Pro option on the cards, either.

The best evidence yet that OPPO's supposed third-gen foldable flagship smartphone will re-brand globally as the "OnePlus V Fold" in 2023 has turned up in a new leak. It consists of a diagram that contains what might be a brand signature feature; then again, there are some issues with the tip in question.

MINISFORUM has lifted the lid on the B550 Pro, a mini-PC that it will sell under its Uranus series. Like the Elitemini B550 before it, the B550 Pro will feature two PCIe 3.0 slots for GPU, SSD or network card expansion, among other uses. The mini-PC should be powerful too, thanks to support for up to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D.

According to a leaker, Samsung will start mass producing its next-generation foldables a few weeks earlier than last year. While mass production is still expected to begin in June, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 could launch sooner than expected as a result.

Robo & Kala touted its eponymous tablet PC as the thinnest and lightest machine in its category on its launch via Kickstarter. That event has gone so well that the start-up is now able to sell the 2-in-1 via its own online shop. It also now sells accessories such as the device's magnetic keyboard and Smart Pen.

Motorola has started teasing the release of its next Razr-branded smartphone. While the company has not revealed a specific release date yet, it has hinted at significant cover display improvements, including a faster refresh rate. Meanwhile, various sources have seemingly confirmed the device's global model name as the Razr 40 Ultra.

According to reports, Samsung is finally set to replace the Exynos W920 with this year's Galaxy Watch series, which it offers in all its One UI Watch-based smartwatches. The new Exynos W980 is rumoured to feature performance upgrades, while the top Galaxy Watch6 model is set to receive narrow display bezels too.

A second Asus ROG Ally variant has been spotted on Geekbench running an AMD Ryzen Z1. It features a 6-core, 12-thread CPU and an iGPU with 2 WGPs (4 CUs).

The first electric cars with sodium-ion battery from CATL will be made by Chery, as BYD also readies its own Na-ion cells for mass production this year, probably in the Seagull. The cheap and safe sodium-ion batteries offer much longer lifespan but also lower energy density than lithium batteries.

Google will soon present the Pixel 7a, its next mid-range smartphone and a cheaper alternative to the Pixel 7. The Pixel 7a will feature a Tensor G2 chipset, as well as a 90 Hz OLED panel. A new leak indicates that Google's follow-up to the Pixel 6a could borrow face recognition support from the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro too.

Thanks to the new “plasma ceramic aluminum” eco-friendly alloy used for the screen lid, the new Asus Zenbook S13 OLED is apparently the world's thinnest and lightest for a 13.3-inch ultrabook with Intel Raptor Lake-U processors. It can be equipped with up to an i7-1355U, 32 GB LPDDR5-6000 and 1 TB SSD, plus it features 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports.

The new 15.6-inch x360 is the highlight of this year's Envy lineup as it is the world's first laptop to feature the IMAX Enhanced certificate that goes hand in hand with the FHD OLED touchscreen. Intel's Raptor Lake options include the i5-1335U and i7-1355U models for the 14-inch and 15.6-inch models, while the 17-incher also gets i5-13500H and i7-13700H options.

Segway is now selling the KickScooter GT2P in the EU. The electric scooter has 1WD or 2WD options, producing a top speed of 70 kph (~43 mph) and a 0 to 48 kph (~30 mph) time of under four seconds. You can travel up to 90 km (~56 miles) on a single charge and control various settings via an app.

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra and its Huaxing C7 display have now been tested by Chinese outlet Xiaobai Evaluation. While the flagship boasts of the brightest display on a smartphone yet, brighter isn't necessarily better. It's, for sure, not more efficient, at least.

Google is rolling out Matter support for its Nest Thermostat. The new compatibility will enable you to control the Google device using other Matter-compatible devices and apps, such as Apple Home. The rollout for the 2020 device began on April 18, with the full distribution expected to take several weeks.

The Xiaomi Mijia Multifunctional Rechargeable Desk Lamp is now crowdfunding in China. The gadget can be used as a desk lamp or flashlight and has a clamp accessory. You can adjust the brightness of the light from 10 to 100 lumens and set the color temperature to between 2,700 and 5,000K.

Available on Amazon for almost five years, the 8 TB Seagate Barracuda hard drive reached its all-time high price of US$224.99 in early April 2019. Camelcamelcamel reveals an average price of US$140.69 based on the last 50 changes, with the lowest value being the current discounted price of US$99.99.

DJI has now confirmed the release date of the Mavic 3 Pro, only a week after launching the Inspire 3. Meanwhile, more leaks have emerged with various details about DJI's next high-end drone.

Apparently, AYA NEO is set on releasing another new gaming handheld. Launching later this year, the AYA NEO 2S is expected to feature the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, as well as various cooling, battery and speaker improvements. The AYA NEO 2S will do battle with various Ryzen 7 7840U-backed gaming handhelds, including the GPD Win Mini and the ASUS ROG Ally.

The Phawx has revealed new details about the Win Mini, GPD's answer to the upcoming ASUS ROG Ally. Supposedly, the GPD Win Mini will also combine an AMD Zen 4 and RDNA 3-based APU with a 120 Hz display but in a more portable form factor. The GPD Win Mini will launch for about as much as the ASUS ROG Ally too, albeit not in its most powerful configuration.

The POCO F5 Pro is moving ever close to release. While Xiaomi has not started teasing the device yet, Geekbench listings have now appeared online. The trio confirm the device's close links with the Redmi K60, as well as its reliance on the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset.

Yadea asserts that its ElitePrime is the best alternative to sitting in traffic with a motor estimated to be 140% stronger, and a battery capacity 23% greater, than the "average" electric scooter. Accordingly, it is hyped to go further and possibly faster, even 30-degree hills, compared to its rivals on the market. It has been released to Indiegogo at early-bird prices that might be a significant discount on its eventual retail price.

Vivo has launched the X Fold2, its second-generation foldable. The Vivo X Fold2 will be a foil to the likes of the Mate X3 and the Galaxy Z Fold4, as well as this year's Galaxy Z Fold5. The Vivo X Fold2 comes packed full of flagship hardware, including a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a hinge that leaves no visible gap when closed.

The OPPO Reno10 Pro Plus is predicted to launch as a mid-range Android smartphone with high-end rear cameras, a switch to a new telephoto lens optimized for low-light photography included. It may also have a display of an increased resolution compared to its predecessor, as well as faster charging - with one potential drawback.

Vivo has introduced the Pad 2 during today's launch event. While the Vivo Pad 2 looks like plenty of other Android tablets, its display is narrower than its 16:10 peers. The Vivo Pad 2 also has a 144 Hz refresh rate and a flagship chipset, among other features.

Falling lithium prices may translate into lower Cybertruck price when it launches in September indeed. Tesla confirmed it will decrease the production cost of the Cybertruck's 4680 battery by building its own lithium refinery on the Gulf Coast, as well as its own cathode facility at Giga Austin.

Acer has presented an AMD Zen 4-based version of the Swift X 16. Also equipped with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, the Swift X 16 features a 3.2K OLED display within a 17.9 mm housing.

The Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming console scored 35,489 on Geekbench's OpenCL benchmark. It features an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chips, a modified version of the Ryzen 7 7840U, and 16 GB of LPDDR memory.

Acer has unveiled the Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition, a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a 3D effect display. According to Acer, the laptop can simulate 3D content without using glasses. The Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition should be powerful enough for modern triple-A gaming thanks to its Core i9 Raptor Lake processor and high-end GeForce RTX 40 series GPU.

Vivo has introduced the X Flip, the smaller answer to the X Fold2. The X Flip features a 3-inch cover display, a 50 MP primary camera and a 4,400 mAh battery, as Vivo looks to compete with the likes of Huawei, Oppo and Samsung.

Acer has presented the Predator Triton 17 X, a high-end laptop designed for gamers and creators alike. Powering Acer's new laptop is the Intel Core i9-13900HX, as well as an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU. Acer includes 64 GB of RAM and 4 TB of storage too, within the machine's unibody housing.

The Optoma ZW350ST and ZH350ST projectors have just arrived in the US. The gadgets, designed for use in meeting rooms, deliver up to 3,600 lumens brightness thanks to a DuraCore laser light source. The short throw projectors can produce images up to 300-in (762 cm) wide and have a built-in 15W speaker.

A product page for the Xiaomi TV F2 32-in Fire TV has appeared on the company’s global website. The new size variant is an LED HD TV running on Fire OS 7. The TV features the Fire TV interface, Amazon Alexa voice commands and wireless screen casting via Apple AirPlay or Miracast.

The Acer Predator Orion X is now official with up to an Intel Core i9-13900KS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090, 64 GB DDR5 RAM and 2 TB storage. It will be available in September 2023, starting at €2,499 (US$2,742).

Acer has revealed its new enterprise-centric laptop, the Acer TravelMate P6 14. It features up to a 2.8K OLED screen, 32 GB LPDDR5 memory, 2 TB storage and a 65 Wh battery.

The Acer Nitro XZ452CU V is now official with a 4-inch curved (1500R) VA panel with a resolution of 5,120 x 1,440. It has a refresh rate of 165 Hz, a peak brightness of 450 nits and covers 90% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut.