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Apparently, Nokia is developing a new mid-range smartphone with a curved design and a 120 Hz OLED display. With three rear-facing cameras, including a 64 MP sensor, the Nokia X21 PureView is also expected to launch with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, among other features.

According to a new report, Samsung is set to equip the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ with new selfie camera hardware that guarantees improved performance, after using the same sensor on the previous four generations of the phones.

Twelve South has launched the HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand. You can use the 3-in-1 gadget to simultaneously charge an iPhone, an Apple Watch and AirPods, with a full charge taking around 150 minutes. A MagSafe charger suspends your phone upright while charging, allowing you to continue to use the device.

Toyota has unveiled the O-Uchi Kyuden battery storage system, designed for use in the home. While you can use the gadget daily, it could be advantageous in a power cut. The device has a rated capacity of 8.7 kWh and a rated output of 5.5 kWh. Plus, you can use an intelligent photovoltaic system to regulate your energy consumption at different times of day.

The Bluetti EB70 Portable Power Station is currently discounted in Europe, with a £100 (~US$123) or €50 (~US$53) saving. The device has multiple ports, including 230 V AC outlets, 100 W USB-C ports and a 15 W wireless charging pad. Plus, you can recharge the LiFePO4 battery with a 716 Wh capacity in four hours.

The RTX 3060 may be faster than the RTX 3050, but it is operating under the same 65 W TGP meaning it doesn't need to run any warmer or require more power from the outlet to do so.

Intel might be close to refreshing its Xeon line of workstation CPUs if a new Intel Xeon chip entry into the SiSoftware Sandra database proves to be legit. The Intel Xeon W5-3433 mentioned in the database looks like it belongs to the upcoming Intel Sapphire Rapids "Fishhawk Falls" family of consumer workstation processors.

Sony is expected to release two new “perfect for PlayStation 5” gaming monitors soon. It is believed the displays will be part of Sony’s INZONE series of accessories. Scant details about the Sony INZONE gaming monitors are currently available although one should support 4K at 144 Hz gaming while the other offers Full HD at 240 Hz.

Sony INZONE H9, H7, and H3 gaming headset press renderings and alleged unit prices have leaked. It appears Sony has prepared three dedicated INZONE gaming headsets for those with different budgets, with the top-end INZONE H9 offering wireless connection and active noise-cancelling feature. The Sony INZONE headsets are reminiscent in design of the more-expensive WH-1000XM5 headphones.

Fitbit has recognised that its Charge 5 fitness tracker has a connectivity issue, at least for several units. For some reason, affected units lose connection with paired Android or iOS devices, breaking data syncing with the Fitbit app. There are no obvious workarounds for all problematic units, either.

Xiaomi has started rolling out an update for the Smart Band 7, the same day that the fitness tracker launches globally. Software version 1.16.0.7 is available in China and features several changes. Xiaomi has included several fixes in the fitness tracker's latest update too.

MKBHD has provided a look at the Nothing Phone (1), nearly three weeks before the device's release. In the meantime, Nothing and StockX have collaborated to sell 100 limited edition Phone (1) units, which have already reached over £2,000.

The 13.3-inch model integrates two Thunderbolt 4 ports, 5G WWAN connectivity, Wi-Fi 6E, and a 16:10 2560 x 1600 display all in a chassis weighing less than 3 pounds. Intel Core U-series CPUs come standard with no Core P options.

The Navi 3x in question is supposed to feature a dual-GCD design with 16384 Stream Processors, which is a considerable upgrade over the Navi 31 rumored to feature a single-GCD design with 12288 SP. According to some sources, this might be a professional workstation GPU.

Xiaomi is once again touted as racing ahead with the launch of its upcoming 13-series flagship Android smartphones, even compared to their 12 and 12 Pro predecessors. The supposedly Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered line is thought to have a late-2022 flagship with some newly-exposed screen specs.

Highlights for the new Embedded R2000 series include up to 4 Zen+ cores with 8 threads, support for dual-channel DDR4-3200 and 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, and up to an 8 CU iGPU that can easily handle 4x 4K video outputs.

Honda launched its second affordable electric SUV, the e:NP1, that offers up to 320 miles of range on a charge and whose basic model starts from just US$26,160. The company aims to occupy the affordable EV niche by offering several sub-US$30,000 electric vehicles by 2027, and the e:NP1 is a step in that direction.

Soundcore touts the new Sport X10 TWS earbuds as the latest, most ideal personal audio companions when getting through workout after workout. This is because they are rated for increased sweat resistance with additional in-house tech as well as IPX7 ingress-protection. They also have ear-hooks capable of swinging around on a hinge for a more compact case.

According to reports, Xiaomi is on the verge of releasing the Redmi Note 11T Pro in India as the Redmi K50i 5G. With a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC and a 144 Hz display, the Redmi K50i 5G will not be available in India with as many memory configurations as Xiaomi offers with the Redmi Note 11T Pro in China.

ZTE has already released its Axon 40 Ultra flagship Android smartphone - one of very few to have an under-display selfie camera (UDC) instead of a notch or a punch-hole in 2022 - in Europe. Now, the premium full-screen device is available in other regions such as North America. The OEM has announced that it is marking this event with a free gift per purchase for a limited time.

ViewSonic has introduced the VX2418C, a curved gaming monitor operating at 1080p. Launching for €219, the ViewSonic VX2418C also has a 1500R curvature, a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response times.

Controversial PC builder Artesian Builds is putting up its assets for auction in an attempt to pay off debt after filing bankruptcy. The assets being auctioned off include thousands of PC components, partially-built PCs, and GPUs.

It's been nearly a year since the Xiaomi Pad 5 series debuted in China. The Xiaomi Pad 6 is in development, of course, and new information has now surfaced about an enigmatic tablet that will likely be powered by a MediaTek chipset.

A new report suggests that 18% of Samsung's inventory, or 50 million smartphones, are lying around in its warehouses. They are mostly mid-range Galaxy A series devices which haven't sold well because of low demand.

The Teclast M40 Air is the third entry in the M40 series, following on from the regular M40 and the M40 Pro. With a 10.1-inch display, LTE connectivity and Android 11, the Teclast M40 Air could be a good option for those after a cheaper tablet. The M40 Air is orderable in multiple markets, including Europe and the US.

Realme has presented the C30, a budget Android smartphone that will debut in India. The Realme C30 comes with a Unisoc T612 SoC, two cameras and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features. Available to order from next week, the Realme C30 comes in two colour options and two memory configurations.

Mark Zuckerberg has shown what VR-related projects Meta is currently working on. With at least four prototypes in play, Meta hopes to release a consumer device with better optics, improved depth of field and HDR support, among other changes.

AUO is alleged to be working on at least three new panel types for Esports gamers. Reputedly, the company is developing 4K/240 Hz and 2K/360 Hz options, plus a 540 Hz panel that would outpace ASUS's new ROG Swift 500 Hz.

A YouTuber has taken the PlayStation 5 and shrunk it to fit within a much smaller case. The unofficial PS5 Slim can still run at its full potential, even with a case that is less than 2 cm thick.

The Zeblaze Beyond 2 is now available to pre-order via Banggood. The smartwatch has up to 40 days of battery life when in Power Save mode. Health features of the device include built-in heart rate and SpO2 monitors, plus you can use the device to track your activity. The gadget has a 390 x 450 px display with a range of watch faces.

AMD has announced that its newest Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5995WX, 5975WX and 5965WX processors will be available to system integrators in July 2022. DIY builders will also be able to purchase said CPUs later in the year.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Smart Band 7 globally, with sales to start in Europe first. Launching for €59.99, the Smart Band 7 is significantly more expensive than its predecessor. Xiaomi has equipped the Smart Band 7 with a larger display than the Mi Smart Band 6 though, among other changes. Xiaomi has decided against releasing the Smart Band 7 with NFC outside China yet, for some reason.

Xiaomi has revealed the Electric Scooter 4 Pro with 45 km of range and a 25 km/h top speed. The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro will be orderable later this year, with prices starting at €799 in Europe.

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Xiaomi Book S 12.4" thin and light laptop. Its key specs include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 SoC, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB of expandable storage, and a 4,920 mAh battery. It runs Windows 11 out of the box is purchasable now at €699.

Xiaomi's newest line of affordable smart TVs are now official. The Xiaomi TV A2 features a 4K HDR10 screen, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage and runs Android 10 out of the box. It will hit shelves on June 28 starting at €449.

The Anker 321 Power Bank (PowerCore 5K) is now available in European countries, including the UK and Germany. The device has a 5,200 mAh battery allowing it to charge an iPhone 12 fully; PowerIQ technology enables fast charging at up to 12 W. The portable gadget has USB-A and USB-C ports and weighs 4.2 oz (~118 g).

Launch details of the Xiaomi 12 Ultra have now been revealed in a new leak from Chinese sources, with the flagship phone said to be the first to bear Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 flagship chipset. Sadly, though, it appears the Coke-style Leica logo will be a miss.

The model promises more than 50 percent faster performance than previous generation SFF desktop workstations. Its new chassis is fully ISV certified and also one of the first in its desktop workstation category to carry both ethernet and Thunderbolt 4.

3DCenter has published another of its 3-week analysis reports of the GPU market in Europe. According to the latest entry, the average price of an AMD GPU has dropped 8% below MSRP for the first time. Nvidia boards, while not under MSRP yet, have also witnessed a sharp price decline.

The ban in the Beidaihe district has presumably been imposed due to an upcoming meeting of high-ranking politicians, who still seem to be afraid that Teslas and their integrated cameras could be utilized to spy on the Chinese government.

Featuring magnetomotive shoulder triggers, the Poco F4 GT was launched a while ago as Xiaomi's first gaming-focused smartphone for the global market. It appears to do a horrid job at actual gaming, though, if a new test is anything to go by.

According to a well-known leaker, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra could look a lot like the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12S series. Seemingly, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will feature some elaborate and expensive finishes, but without Leica's signature red logo.

@UniverseIce claims to have shown how the display crease in the Galaxy Z Fold4 will look when it arrives later this year. With a shallower effect than the Galaxy Z Fold3, Samsung appears to have made another slow step towards eliminating the crease in foldable displays altogether.

BenQ has introduced the GW2480L with a 23.8-inch IPS panel. The BenQ GW2480L is already orderable in the US, where it retails for US$179.99. The monitor contains a few ports, including DisplayPort and HDMI connections.

Garmin has released system software 22.10 to the Fenix 6 series, including solar and sapphire editions. rolling out now, this month's update is available to download directly on your smartwatch and comes with various bug fixes.

Samsung has presented the ViewFinity S8 series in two sizes. To be available later this month, the S27B800PXE and S32B800PXE offer 4K native resolutions with up to 600 nits of peak brightness. Both monitors have numerous ports too, including a USB Type-C connection capable of recharging devices at up to 90 W.

Honda start-up Striemo has unveiled a three-wheeled e-scooter of the same name. The micro-mobility vehicle has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and can travel up to 30 km (~19 miles) between charges. A balance aiding mechanism provides stability, making it hard for you to fall off the scooter, even at lower speeds.

OnePlus has already unleashed several Nord-series products on the Indian market. Now, the 2T smartphone is rumored to become the latest addition to this 2022 line-up. It could bring a 6.5-inch AMOLED display, up-to-date 80W charging and Android 12 out of the box with it.

New research suggests that Volkswagen will overtake Tesla as the world's largest producer of electric vehicles by 2024. The German company is already the top EV manufacturer in Europe, with new models such as the ID. Buzz launching this year. Tesla remains the number-one electric vehicle maker in the US, claiming 75% of sales in the first three months of this year.

DOOGEE has unveiled the S61 and S61 Pro, a pair of rugged smartphones powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset. Launching next month, the S61 and S61 Pro will ship with Android 12, plus a 'Night Vision' camera supported by IR LEDs.