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Google Pixel phones are known to be buggier than the average smartphone. Unfortunately, the release of Android 13 on Pixel phones also contributed to this problem. Google is now pushing out a software update for Pixel devices running the latest version of Android that promises to address a handful of issues including abnormal battery drain.

Redmi's latest variation on the G Pro (also known as the RedmiBook Pro) gaming laptop line has been revealed as a 16-inch PC with RTX 3060 graphics for its high refresh rate display. It also features the Ryzen 7 6800H processor and an HDMI 2.1 port, all available to pre-order for just under US$1,100 in China from today (September 7, 2022).

Honor has finally confirmed that it intends to complete its new X40 series of Android smartphones in mid-September 2022. Its main (or possibly vanilla) variant has also been revealed as the first OLED display device of its line. Meanwhile, additional leaks have revealed that its design is a striking variation on that of its X30 predecessors.

The battery pack is by and large the most important and expensive single component of an electric vehicle and Tesla may be able to cut the 4680 cell pack costs in the Model Y by half. So far, it has managed to save by better volume utilization but a dry-coating process mastery is on the way, too.

While the Galaxy S21 series and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G are now both receiving this month's security patch on Android 12, the previous generation flagships should receive Android 13 before the end of the year. For the Galaxy S20 FE 5G, this is scheduled to take place in March 2023.

The Xiaomi 12T has now broken cover. The phone seems to have gone on sale in Peru before an official announcement, with the lucky buyer now revealing live images, major specs, and pricing of the sub-premium phone ahead of its launch.

Intel Raptor Lake will feature a faster, overclockable iGPU, which should bring its performance on par with that of an AMD Radeon RX Vega 10. A leaked Raptor Lake SKU list indicates that the Core i9-13900K will have an all-P-core boost up to 5.5 GHz and a single-core boost of 5.8 GHz along with specifications of other K, KF, F, and T SKUs.

Cyberpunk 2077 is all set to receive a major update in the form of Patch 1.6. It adds new weapons, cosmetics and several QoL improvements, many of which are not accessible on last-gen consoles. Even the Phantom Liberty DLC will be limited to the PS5, Xbox Series S|X, PC and Stadia.

After a generous US$400 discount at Best Buy, the well-equipped Asus ROG Strix G15 with the quick Radeon RX 6800M drops to its lowest price to date, which presents prospective buyers with the perfect opportunity to pick up this well-performing AMD-powered gaming laptop.

With its new sX1 e-bike, the Norwegian manufacturer Buddy Bikes has developed a rather intriguing mix of an electric city and cross-country bike. This premium two-wheeler can further be configured with three different motors and is equipped with a lightweight and sustainable frame made of recycled carbon fiber.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi 11 Prime and Redmi 11 Prime 5G, two affordable smartphones powered by different processors. Both come with 90 Hz and 1080p displays though, among other similarities.

While the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 gave the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 a beating earlier this year, new reports indicate the status quo will be restored with the next generation of flagship chipsets, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 set to outperform MediaTek's Dimensity 9000 successor.

Xiaomi has presented the Redmi A1, a budget smartphone running Android 12, not MIUI 13. Equipped with a 720p display, the Redmi A1 resembles flagship Xiaomi smartphones from the back, although its INR 6,499 (~US$81) reinforces its budget credentials.

The Mate 50 E has the same Harmony OS 3 UI and basic design of the rest of its new premium smartphone series. It also has the same main rear camera and display as the vanilla 50, although the E variant has a premium mid-range Qualcomm SoC rather than a flagship-grade processor.

The Mate 50 RS has premiered as the highest-end of its new smartphone series. Its appearance has been altered in partnership with the Porsche Design Studio, although it has the same display as the 50 Pro. Despite its 4G/LTE-only nature, its single SKU has debuted at a price staggeringly close to US$2,000.

Nvidia is reportedly launching the RTX 40 series this fall. Per numerous leaks, the RTX 40 boards will be based on the AD102 (RTX 4090), the AD103 (RTX 4080), the AD104 (RTX 4070), the AD106 (RTX 4060), and the AD107 (RTX 4050) GPUs. Hardware leaker Greymon55 has now revealed an image showing how an AD102-based RTX GPU might look like.

Apple has started selling out of the Watch Series 3 ahead of its inevitable discontinuation after tomorrow's Far Out launch event. The Watch SE has dropped significantly in price on Amazon US too, a hint that it could soon replace the Series 3 as Apple's cheapest smartwatch.

The kind of communication possibilities normally exclusive to dedicated satellite phones are thought to become the next big thing for the consumer-grade smartphones of the future. Apple just might get there first as of tomorrow (September 7, 2022); however, a Google executive indicates that Android will not be far behind, with satellite use just a major software upgrade away.

Google has confirmed when it will unveil the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, as well as the long-awaited Pixel Watch. Not only has the company outlined the trio's arrival, but it has also teased that the Google Tensor G2 processor will power both the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.

The latest MateBook E variant from Huawei is a Go today (September 6, 2022). The convertible has a 12.35-inch display with 120Hz SKUs and a 2.5K display compatible with the OEM's latest stylus. It runs Windows 11 using the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 processor and, as such, starts much cheaper than its flagship sibling in China.

Anbernic has introduced another version of the Win600, which is already orderable online. Still running the AMD Athlon Silver 3050e, the Anbernic Win600 is now available with up to 16 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD and in a colourful blue finish.

Powkiddy has introduced the X45, a compact and inexpensive gaming handheld with a 4.5-inch display. Orderable now for US$49.99, the Powkiddy X45 has an ATM7051 SoC, 128 MB of RAM and a 3,000 mAh battery, among other features.

Samsung has announced pricing and availability for the Galaxy A23 5G in the UK and the US. Equipped with a 120 Hz display, the Galaxy A23 5G also has a Snapdragon 695 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of expandable storage.

DJI has confirmed the launch date for its next action camera. Seemingly scheduled ahead of the arrival of the GoPro Hero 11 Black and Hero 11 Mini, the DJI Action 3 should offer superior waterproofing than both GoPro cameras, among other features.

Lemi has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the LemiPower Power Station. The device has a 1,536 Wh capacity and a maximum power output of 1,500 W. Ports included in the gadget are 65 W USB-C, 18W USB-A and 110 V AC. Plus, you can recharge the power station in as little as two hours, with a solar charging option.

IO Hawk has announced the Legacy e-scooter, which can be pre-ordered by customers in Europe. The vehicle has a top speed of 20 kph (~12 mph), and you can travel up to 120 km (~75 miles) between charges. Other features of the Legacy include an NFC lock, 5-in display and signal lights.

According to reports, GPD has settled on specifications for the Win 4, its next-generation gaming handheld. Reputedly, the GPD Win 4 will arrive with a 6-inch and 1080p display, plus an AMD Ryzen 7 6800U APU and a Radeon 680M iGPU.

Realme has unveiled the Watch 3 Pro in India, where it starts at INR 4,499 (~US$56) during its pre-sale period. Eventually rising to INR 4,999 (~US$63), the Watch 3 Pro features a 1.78-inch AMOLED display, over 110 sports modes and a SpO2 sensor, among other things.

A market research firm has identified Elon Musk's Tesla as the electric car company that will benefit the most from the Inflation Reduction Act's new EV subsidy scheme that will run until 2032. Former President Donald Trump's recent anti-EV rant, however, may put these subsidies in jeopardy if he runs again and wins.

The Xiaomi Mijia Solar Panel 100 W is now available to pre-order in China. The device has been designed to charge the new Mijia Outdoor Power Supply 1000 Pro, allowing you to connect two panels for a 200 W charge. The panel folds to the size of an A2 page to make it easier to carry and has built-in MWT technology to boost efficiency.

The Xiaomi Mijia Outdoor Power Supply 1000 Pro is now available to pre-order in China. The device has a 1 kWh capacity and a maximum power output of 1,800 W. Multiple output ports are available, including 100 W USB-C. Plus, you can recharge the device via the new Xiaomi Mijia Solar Panel 100 W.

Even though AMD promised USB4 support for the upcoming Zen4-based processors, it looks like this feature could still see very limited availability even on premium AM5 motherboards. Gigabyte's new X670E AORUS MASTER, for instance, does not feature any USB4 ports, but supports a future USB4 add-in card.

A new leak says that Nvidia has two GeForce RTX 4080 variants lined up. One will supposedly feature 16 GB of VRAM while the other with 12 GB. The company plans to launch them both simultaneously, the leak adds.

Cyrusher has launched its Kommoda electric bicycle in new markets, including the US, UK, EU and Japan. The fat-tire bike has a top-assisted speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and a range of 50 miles (~80 km). Plus, a full suspension system, hydraulic disc brakes and a 3.7-in (~9 cm) color display are fitted to the bicycle.

The Haibike Lyke, a lightweight e-mountain bike weighing 18 kg (~40 lbs), has been launched. The bicycle is powered by a Fazua Ride 60 system, with a 250 W motor and 430 Wh battery. 29-in Maxxis tires and an LED hub are fitted to the Lyke, with a built-in USB-C port to charge your smartphone on the go.

Huawei has now launched the Mate 50 series in China, two years after the debut of the Mate 40 lineup. The Mate 50 and Mate 50 Pro are both powered by a 4G-only variant of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and feature premium hardware across the board.

Anker has launched a new GaN wall charger, the 511 Charger (Nano 3). With a 30 W output, the compact device is 70% smaller than the Apple equivalent and has foldable pins. The device launched with two new cables from the brand, with an exterior casing material containing plant-based products from corn and sugarcane.

A new Fitbit Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications feature has been rolled out to over 20 countries. The tool is designed to help spot signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib), which could increase your risk of heart problems. The feature launched in the US earlier this year following FDA approval and is available on various smartwatch models.

MINISFORUM has switched up its Elitemini B550 configurations, dropping the Ryzen 7 4700G entirely. In its place arrives a cheaper barebones configuration with no APU. Also, MINISFORUM is now selling a version with 64 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, which complement the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G.

Samsung has started rolling out One UI Watch 4.5 to the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic, its flagship smartwatches, until the Galaxy Watch5 series arrived last month. Not only has Samsung upgraded the Galaxy Watch4 series to One UI Watch 4.5, it has also brought the pair onto the August 2022 set of security patches.

The VIMGO P10 projector has launched in Europe and is available via BestBuyGear. The compact projector has a 1080p native resolution and can throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide. You can download many popular apps to the device to stream content, or you can cast from your smartphone via services like Apple AirPlay.

While the GoPro Hero 11 Black looks set to be an incremental update on last year's Hero 10 Black, GoPro has now been touted to bring a new action camera to the market later this month as well. This camera, the Hero 11 Black Mini, appears to be a smaller, cheaper sibling to the Hero 11 Black.

The Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Pro seems to be headed to Europe and possibly a wider global market thanks to two recent appearances for the wearable. The Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Pro (known as the Mi Band 7 Pro or just Band 7 Pro in China) offers attractive upgrades over its non-Pro counterpart, including GPS, NFC, and a more traditional watch-style design.

The Intel Raptor Lake CPUs are expected to bring good single-core and incredible multi-core boosts over the Alder Lake chips. A Chinese reviewer by the name of EJ Hardware has now tested an Intel Core i9-13900K ES against the Core i9-12900K to showcase the performance profile of the 13th gen chip.

Some key details about the upcoming Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro have been leaked, including their supposed colors, RAM and storage options, and a somewhat vague release date timeframe. The Xiaomi 12T Pro in particular could be a terrific device, although it is likely to have an almost-premium flagship-smartphone price tag.

A previously unseen Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 variant with 20 GB VRAM has shown up online. It uses a GA102-250 GPU and seems to be tailor-made for cryptocurrency mining. The model is likely the result of a failed test run as only 100 of those supposedly exist.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11S shows that you don't have to spend a lot of money for a smartphone that is suitable for everyday tasks and well-equipped. For 200 Euros (~$199), you also get an AMOLED screen with 90 Hz, 108-MP camera, and 5000-mAh battery that can be fully recharged in less than an hour using the included 33-Watt charger.

Two top-notch AMD configurations of the fairly new Lenovo ThinkPad T16 can now be ordered at respectable discounts of more than 50%, which is why this deal constitutes a good opportunity to pick up one of the most popular business laptops on the market.

GoPro is preparing to release the Hero 11 Black, the refresh of the popular Hero 10 Black. While the Hero 11 Black retains its predecessor's design, a new leak confirms changed internal hardware, including an upgraded camera sensor and improved video stabilisation.

Flipkart has listed the Realme Watch 3 Pro ahead of the smartwatch's official release. Due just a day before the arrival of the Apple Watch Series 7 and Apple Watch Pro, the Realme Watch 3 Pro will be available in India first, where it will retail for INR 5,499 (~US$69).