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Apple is expected to release a third-generation iPhone SE soon, perhaps up to six months before the iPhone 14 series arrives. New leaked CAD renders purport to show what the next iPhone SE will look like, which includes a single rear-facing camera and a notched display. Apparently, the panel change will bring a 5.69-inch display to the iPhone SE, and without making its chassis any larger than the current model's.

The upcoming iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models may get upgraded to a 48 MP main camera with larger pixel sizes, according to a TrendForce report. It is possible that Apple may use downscaling algorithms to give a final 12 MP output from the raw 48 MP sensor data. While the 48 MP main camera will be limited to the iPhone 14 Pro models, the entire iPhone 14 lineup is slated to get 8K video recording.

Huawei is currently updating the Watch GT 2 in China, a smartwatch that it launched over two years ago. While the new software is unavailable outside Huawei's home market, the features it contains should make their way to other markets soon.

Anker has brought the Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K to Kickstarter, where it is orderable from US$1,499. The DLP projector will retail for US$2,199; Kickstarter orders will ship in March.

PowerColor has released the Radeon RX 6500 XT ITX, a graphics card intended for Mini-ITX systems. The Radeon RX 6500 XT ITX has a 90 mm fan and measures just 165 mm across. AMD based the Radeon RX 6500 XT on a Navi 24 GPU with 1,024 Stream Processors.

The Redmi Note 11 is expected to make its global debut shortly and a new leak has now proffered a look at pricing, specs, and color options of what is expected to be Xiaomi's bread-and-butter for the year. Sadly, however, it appears the Redmi Note 11 may be more expensive than the Redmi Note 10 was.

Hyundai Motors plans to release no less than seven electric vehicles in the U.S. this year among all of its brands like Kia or Genesis, starting with the base Ioniq 5 model. The existing factories in Alabama and Georgia may be retrofitted for expanding EV production in America according to Hyundai's US$7.4 billion manufacturing plan, but President Biden's pending subsidies for carmakers registered with the United Auto Workers Union may tip the scales in the Tennessee plant's favor.

Indications are that Motorola is planning to release the Moto Edge X30 globally. Currently exclusive to China, the Moto Edge X30 Pro should arrive outside the country as the Motorola Edge 30 Pro, not the Edge 30 Ultra.

The Google Pixel 6 series were media darlings for quite a while but all that goodwill may be fading shortly, with the phones receiving flak for performance and software bugs—the charge being led by popular YouTuber MKBHD.

After an initial jump of over 15 percent that came after the new rumors regarding a listing on Robinhood, Shiba Inu is now down nearly 7 percent compared to yesterday. Although the meme coin will probably hit Robinhood sooner or later, it looks like it will take some time until it even gets near to the ATH value.

Alertgy is scheduled to be one of the many healthtech companies making a virtual appearance at the upcoming European Healthtech CEO Forum. The firm has been working on the Alertgy non-invasive continuous glucose monitor (NICGM) wristband that should offer painless blood sugar level data around the clock for people with Type 2 diabetes.

The Black Shark 5 Pro is tipped as a flagship smartphone with the latest top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, as befits its brand's 'gaming' reputation. However, its vanilla variant has allegedly leaked with specs from 2021. To be more exact, they seem to match those of the current 4S Pro flagship nearly exactly.

Even though Tesla claimed that it has solved this already known issue of the Model 3 and Model Y with a software update, owners are still reporting heat pump failures which could potentially lead to life-threatening situations when driving these electric cars in very cold winter conditions.

An analysis from Goldman Sachs has revealed that Apple has largely met demand for the iPhone 13 series of smartphones. On the other hand, the supply for the 14-inch and the 16-inch MacBook Pros still lags behind the demand. Unlike the iPhone 13, the MacBook Pro supply situation has worsened.

The start-up Chargeasap set up an Indiegogo campaign to fund the production of its Flash Pro and Pro Plus power banks. Its success has enabled the company to start selling the ~100W-capable accessories through its own website. They boast 25,000mAh rated capacities based on the latest graphene power-storage technology.

The partnership between TSMC and Intel is solidified through the transformation of the Fab 12 P8 / P9 center in Baoshan into a fully fledged production site with an independent team serving Intel. TSMC thus ensures that the Intel and Apple production lines stay separate and designs remain confidential.

The monitor comes with a 120 Hz "console mode" for compatibility with the Playstation 5 and XBox consoles. This budget-midrange monitor is also able to offer deeper colors than most others in its price range.

The Dimensity 8000 is projected to launch as MediaTek's new sub-flagship processor for mobile devices soon. Now, a famous leaker asserts that it can be used to build phones with specs to stand up to 2022 demands. Such a device could have 12GB of RAM, 2 potentially up-to-date rear cameras and launch for an acceptable price.

A 19-year-old IT and security enthusiast has managed to gain access to a number of Tesla cars in different countries following a vulnerability in third-party software or hardware that they installed. The access included key control features like "disabling Sentry Mode, opening the doors/windows and even starting Keyless Driving," in addition to honking the horn or taking over the car stereo while driving.

Gap has released NFTs, which were designed using hoodie art, as part of a digital experience to engage customers in line with modern culture. This customer experience consists of multiple tiers, with the Epic tier created via a partnership with Brandon Sines. The digital art was developed using Tezos blockchain, which Gap endorsed for its environmental friendliness.

One-netbook has started selling the ONEXPLAYER mini globally, a 7-inch handheld powered by an Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor. The ONEXPLAYER mini costs at least 60% more than the Steam Deck though, even during One-netbook's pre-sale period.

Specifications for the Find X5 Pro have leaked, detailing Oppo's next flagship smartphone. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-equipped device will have three high-megapixel cameras, a 120 Hz display and Oppo's MariSilicon X chip, an ISP and NPU in one.

The Pixel Fold has been spotted again, courtesy of two animations in Android 12L Beta 2 files. The foldable smartphone appears to have almost a square inner display, plus one physical button. The Pixel Fold is tipped to launch with a Google Tensor SoC and 12 GB of RAM, too.

Tesla scrubbed all Cybertruck 2022 production references from its website recently and threw those who hit the preorder button in a state of confusion. It turns out that Elon Musk may simply be preparing for a grand 2022 Tesla product roadmap unveiling during the next quarterly conference call where the top Cybertruck electric pickup trim and its pricing will be revealed.

PINE64 has started selling the PinePhone Pro Explorer Edition, another Linux-based smartphone produced by the company. The Explorer Edition costs US$399 and comes with a Rockchip RK3399S, a 720p display and a 3,000 mAh battery, among other features.

Sharkoon's latest case, namely the TG4M RGB, features a tempered glass side panel, an air-permeable mesh front panel, four preinstalled RGB LED fans, an addressable RGB controller, and enough room for most users. The manufacturer's suggested price for this ATX case is 74.90 Euros (roughly US$86).

Leica has presented the Leica M11, 68 years after the launch of the Leica M3. The Leica M11 has a new 60 MP full-frame sensor, an electronic shutter and a significantly faster Wi-Fi module than its predecessors. Other upgrades for the compact camera are inbound for the camera too, which costs US$8,995.

The Xiaomi 11T Pro is coming to India, over four months after it debuted globally. Billed as 'The Hyperphone', the Xiaomi 11T Pro has a Snapdragon 888 SoC, a large display, a 5,000 mAh battery and 120 W charging.

Xiaomi has confirmed plans to launch the Redmi Note 11S, another Redmi Note 11 series device with a 108 MP primary camera. The device also has three other rear-facing cameras and should launch with three memory configurations. Xiaomi has scheduled an Indian launch first for the Redmi Note 11S, which should debut with Android 12 and MIUI 13.

Apple Glass, AR glasses that the company is rumored to be working on, may come with lenses that adjust to correct users' visual defects. According to a patent granted to Apple, multiple electrodes are used to adjust the physical properties of liquid crystal lenses, allowing the lenses to mimic prescription lenses.

The Realme 9 series is on the way and a new leak has now provided a close look at the Realme 9 Pro, revealing renders and tentative specs of the mid-range phone. As has become tradition, the Realme 9 Pro is likely to be targeted right at Xiaomi's Redmi Note 11 Pro.

Samsung had planned to launch the Exynos 2200 this week, but there is no trace so far. Reportedly, the company has confirmed that all is well with its next flagship chipset, presumably after rumours of its postponement emerged. Apparently, there are no problems with the production and performance of the Exynos 2200; it will launch alongside the Galaxy S22 series instead.

Apple has rolled out new updates for iPadOS and iOS, both aimed at addressing a long-standing security flaw and an issue with sending photos using an iCloud Link. iOS 15.2.1 should fix a bug that made some third-party CarPlay apps unresponsive, too.

Google has agreed to include options for left-handed people to wear Wear OS smartwatches on their right wrist. The issue, which people have logged for years in Google's Issue Tracker, may only be available 'on future devices' though, for some reason.

Microsoft has introduced two changes for the Surface Go 3, the cheapest 2-in-1 that it sells. Like the Surface Pro 8, the Surface Go 3 is now available with an LTE modem, albeit for consumers and businesses. Microsoft has released a Matte Black colour option, too.

A leaker reports that Xiaomi is preparing to launch a Redmi K50 model aimed at Esports players. Accordingly, the version will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, currently one of the most powerful smartphone chipsets on the market. The device is also thought to house X-axis linear motors, among other features.

With a starting price of just US$269 (barebone version) and an attractive US$429 deal available for the 16/512 GB version, the Ryzen 5 3550H-powered MINISFORUM UM350 will start shipping before the end of February. This mini PC comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled, except for the barebone version.

A new rumour online states that it will be a tad easier to get your hands on an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 on January 27. Nvidia seems to have a large batch at its disposal to keep up with launch day demand.

A research team has built a malware detection system using an oscilloscope to scan the electromagnetic field of a Raspberry Pi device. The technique allows you to identify the threat while likely remaining undetected by the hacker.

If you're looking for a laptop with a touchscreen, you should take a look at the Honor MagicBook View 14. The 14-inch display in the 3:2 aspect ratio has a crisp resolution of 2520x1680 pixels and a refresh rate of 90 Hz.

NVIDIA has released SHIELD Experience 9, a new UI for its TV sticks and boxes based on Android 11. The upgrade involves a bevy of new features, support for aptX-compatible Bluetooth devices, Dolby Vision HDR and the latest Google entertainment apps included. Some users can even unlock a trial of Peacock Premium.

The upcoming Doogee V20 has just received a launch date and a final price, with a special deal for the first 1,000 buyers also included. This rugged handset will hit AliExpress on February 21 with a price tag of US$399. However, the first 1,000 customers will be able to get it for just US$299.

The Exynos 2200 has made yet another trip to Geekbench for a perusal of its CPU capabilities. There's a caveat this time around, though: the chip's Cortex-X2 cores look to be inactive. Regardless, it still manages to keep up with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 for the most part.

Take-Two interactive has announced that it will be purchasing Zynga for US$12.7 billion dollars in an effort to boost its stance in the mobile gaming sector as well as incorporate Zynga's popular games to establish itself as a leading mobile developer. The move will aid Take-Two Interactive in broadening its scope and reach new audiences across the globe.

While chip shortages should gradually ease each quarter this year, laptop integrators are currently unable to secure enough PCIe 3.0 SSD controllers and possibly certain Intel Alder Lake processors. Smartphone integrators, on the other hand, are still confronting with low supplies for 4G SoCs, OLED DDIC / Touch IC, PMIC and A+G sensors.

Xiaomi is said to have a second generation of its flexible-display flagship series in the works. The latest leak on this subject has what might be good news and bad news for fans of the original Mix Fold. On one hand, the device's successor has been redesigned to have more "normal", smartphone-like, dimensions; however, it seems the resulting main screen may not be to one eminent leaker's liking.

Lenovo has been showing off gaming test results for both its upcoming Legion Y700 gaming tablet and Legion Y90 gaming smartphone. Although the 8.8-inch Android tablet has a Snapdragon 870 SoC compared to the phone’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the Legion Y700 still managed to produce very promising results.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl has officially been delayed to December 8, 2022. Initially, it was slated for an April 28 release on PC/Xbox as a day-one Game Pass title.

The MIUI 13 rollout began right after Xiaomi's December 28 event, with the company sending out builds to the Mi 11 series and its other flagship phones. The Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro look to be next, as MIUI code indicates that both the Global and EU ROM models of the phones are set to get Android 12-based MIUI 13 builds shortly.

An obscure Chinese smartphone maker has launched a smartphone bereft of camera and GPS called the Benco V80s. Other specs include a UNISOC SC9863A chipset, a 6.5-inch HD+ screen and a 5,000mAh battery. Information about its price and availability is unknown.