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A new pair of earbuds is now official, one that packs nearly-new wireless technology, OnePlus 3D Audio and "all-week" battery life for less than the equivalent of $25. The Nord Buds 3r also offer IP55 dust- and water-resistance, AI Call Noise Cancellation and an up-to-date design, but are to be available to just one region on their release.

The electric 2025 BMW i4 can still be leased for as low as $399 per month for 36 months, thanks to a massive credit of up to $13,400. The deal runs till September 2 in the US.

Xiaomi’s Mijia Robot Vacuum and Mop 5C has been launched in China. This model is said to offer “extreme edge extension” thanks to moving mop heads, and has above average suction power. Plus, with HyperOS connect, it can be remotely controlled or triggered by other smart home devices.

The Monochrome 2 is a custom-built small form-factor PC made by a fanless enthusiast. Packing the powerful AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, courtesy of a Framework Desktop board, the passively cooled 4.5-liter chassis seemingly does a pretty decent job of taming the beastly chip at 100 watts.

OLED gaming monitors are all the rage these days and a 49-inch panel is the cherry on top. Most modern games support the 5,120x1,440 resolution so this Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 brings a solid upgrade opportunity.

A study by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) shows that the air at DC fast-charging stations for electric vehicles has significantly higher PM2.5 concentrations than usual. This is caused by fans in the electrical cabinets stirring up brake and tire wear. Initial countermeasures such as maintaining a safe distance or turning on air conditioning are recommended.

Pre-orders for the Ghost of Yotei Limited Edition PS5 bundles and accessories will go live on September 4. Gold editions will be available at PlayStation Direct and at participating retailers, while Black editions will be exclusive to PlayStation Direct.

The Samsung Galaxy A06 certainly has its strengths for a smartphone priced at less than $150. So, if you're looking for a second phone or are on a tight budget, this could be a good buy.

The DJI Power 2000 portable power station boasts a peak output of 3kW, and a capacity of 2,048 Wh. The product is now available with a limited-time $200 discount on Amazon, bringing its price down to a record-low.

The Govee Smart Outdoor S14 Bulb String Lights 2 have been officially released in the US. However, they have been on sale at one retailer for some time, where they are also currently discounted. This new model is said to be brighter than the original, and it also supports the Matter protocol.

Xiaomi is now selling the TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) in the UK, marking the start of its European release. This new model features various upgrades over its predecessor, including the Google TV operating system. Plus, there is support for voice commands, Dolby Vision and dual-band Wi-Fi 6.

The MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG is a well-equipped mini PC that is now available for pre-order, starting at $899 for the barebones variant. Powered by Intel's Core Ultra 200V "Lunar Lake" chips, the mini PC boasts decent performance as well as a healthy selection of ports.

Google has a patent for detecting stress markers through bio-data from wearables or smartphones and using AI to track patterns in order to notify the user. The user can then decide to block triggering content from showing up in the future.

Asus has now clarified the Dual Mode capabilities of its new ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W gaming monitor. While the Tandem OLED monitor runs at 1440p and 540 Hz, it needs to drop to 720p to reach 720 Hz.

A demo Nothing Phone 3 in New Zealand was caught marketing the smartphone's photography capabilities with fake camera samples. These samples turn out to have been taken by professional cameras and are available as stock photos.

The MagicX Two48 is a new horizontal retro gaming handheld equipped with a sub 5-inch and 4:3 display, just like the Anbernic RG477M. Featuring a similar layout but a 1080p native resolution, the MagicX Two48 may well fall short of the RG477M when it comes to raw performance.

Sony is now offering the Xperia 1 VII again after claiming to have resolved motherboard issues with early units. Not only is the company now offering free replacements, but it has also outlined the reasons behind initial device failures.

The launch of Samsung's next Apple iPad Pro 13 rival is almost upon us. Tipped to launch next month, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra can already be witnessed in a series of short promotional videos with its rumoured redesign in full view. Full device specifications have now emerged too.

Even facing criticism, a $100 GTA 6 price may not be unrealistic in some markets. A Brazilian survey finds that a large portion of gamers in the country find the cost reasonable. Around half of the 1200 individuals polled are preparing to make purchases on the GTA 6 release date.

The unreleased Amazfit Helio Strap Premium might have been on show at a recent event. Social media posts related to Ultra-trail du Mont-Blanc 2025 show the wrist-worn fitness tracker in three new colorways. These, along with an armband, have been linked to the Premium version of the wearable in official documentation.

Export controls and new data security rules keep Nvidia’s latest accelerators out of reach for many Chinese firms. Instead, refurbished A100s and second-hand H100s are powering inference clusters, extending the life of older hardware and reshaping the country’s AI hardware economy.

The Casio W-220H and W-220HF watches are on the way to various European countries. These more affordable digital watches come in various colors with fabric and leather straps or resin straps. They offer dual world time zones, and the display supports the brand’s Full Auto Light function.

The Casio G-Shock DW-5600KHK25-1DR watch was recently released in the UK. However, after just a couple of days, the Katsushika Hokusai x G-Shock collaboration model is temporarily sold out at the brand’s online store. The special edition digital watch features a wave design and is equipped with tools like a stopwatch and timer.

The Amazfit Balance 2 XT smartwatch is officially coming to Europe. However, the company has announced that it will only be available at its online stores in a couple of countries. Already available at a US retailer, this model is cheaper than the standard Balance 2, with a few changes.

The Radxa A7Z single-board computer (SBC) is here, offering a tiny Raspberry Pi Zero-sized alternative to the larger Cubie A7A SBC without sacrificing on performance. Priced quite affordably, the A7Z SBC can be equipped with up to 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage.

The latest GhostBSD community spin, labeled 25.02-R14.3p2, comes with the latest FreeBSD improvements, such as improved hardware support and security, kernel enhancements, as well as up-to-date wireless networking support. This release also intros Gershwin, an OS X-inspired desktop environment.

Following the ESRB rating, another sign hints at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond inching closer to release. A couple of testers, on contract with Retro Studios, have reportedly completed working on the game.

The third-gen AirPods Pro are expected to launch soon, possibly alongside the Apple iPhone 17 in September. A leaker has now revealed details regarding potential design enhancements and suggested that the new earbuds may feature a heart rate sensor.

According to a new report, Xiaomi will be releasing three new tablets this autumn. While the launches of the Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro are already documented, apparently the Redmi Pad 2 Pro will not be far behind.

The Philips Hue Essential E27, GU10, and B22 smart bulbs have appeared in product listings at a retailer in Europe. These pages confirm the pricing of some of these devices, including a couple of starter kits. The Essential range provides cheaper smart bulbs which are compatible with the brand’s other products.

Nvidia is rumoured to be preparing GeForce RTX 50 Super launches before the end of the year. In response, AMD is now tipped to bring a refreshed Radeon RX 9070 GRE to market during the same period with upgrades over the current model to better target the GeForce RTX 5070 Super.

Epic Games Store is ending August 2025 with two free games for PC, which will also be available for the first few days of September. A new leak has now shed light on what the storefront plans for the second giveaway of next month.

A leak has revealed new Honor smartphones expected to launch before the end of the year. While the source mentions some models that are due for a refresh, it also includes new models that were refreshed just a few months ago.

GTA 6 will have the most realistic water physics as a team of 20 engineers are reportedly, dedicatedly, working on making it so. It is said that Rockstar is spending in the neighborhood of $200 to $300 million on water physics.

A new leak has now revealed most major details of Oppo's upcoming release, the Find X9 Pro. The flagship phone is said to be scheduled for an imminent launch and will be one of the first devices to adopt MediaTek's Dimensity 9500.

ESET researchers have identified PromptLock, a proof-of-concept ransomware that uses a locally hosted language model to generate attack scripts on demand.

Nvidia’s Jetson Thor modules bring a leap in edge AI, combining a Blackwell GPU and 14-core Arm CPU to run multiple large models in real time.

A new Battlefield 6 leak is sparking discussion on X. Battlefield Wire shared several screenshots that appear to show weapon skins from DICE’s upcoming AAA shooter. According to Insider Gaming, the images are from an early stage of development.

A recent study by the University of Michigan shows that electric vehicles produce lower greenhouse gas emissions overall than combustion engines, hybrids and plug-in hybrids. The study utilized a comprehensive cradle-to-grave analysis that examines all aspects of vehicle emissions, including production, use and disposal.

Alef Aeronautics' Model A flying electric car has just begun test operations at US airports. The vehicle combines road-going mobility with vertical takeoff and landing capabilities.

The Find X9 is reputed to be one of two flagships that Oppo are expected to announce before the end of the year. While two significant camera upgrades are planned, a new circa-7,000 mAh battery is now believed to be joined by a 6.59-inch OLED display.

The KTC A25Q8 is a relatively affordable smart monitor that is said to be particularly versatile thanks to an eight-core ARM processor and Android 14. Sporting powerful quad speakers and an 8 MP webcam, the screen offers a comprehensive range of features.

Realme aims to demonstrate what is possible with modern battery technology by packing a gigantic 15,000 mAh battery into a relatively slim smartphone. However, this is currently only a concept smartphone, and it's doubtful whether mass production is even possible at this stage.

If you’re into tactical sniper gameplay, the Sniper Elite series is well worth checking out. Right now, the fourth installment is 90% off on Steam, dropping the price from $60 to just $6.

With just one screenshot and the reveal of a single gameplay mechanic, Stardew Valley creator ConcernedApe has once again sparked excitement in the community for his upcoming project Haunted Chocolatier.

Garmin has finally delivered 5Hz data recording, which promises to provide improved GPS accuracy. Only available on the Edge 1050, Series Version 28.20 also introduces plenty of other features to the device as part of Garmin's August 2025 Feature Update. Older models are in line for various improvements, too.

Philips Hue has listed the Festavia Globe Outdoor String Lights on Amazon in some European countries. Through these possible leaked product listings, you are able to order various lengths of these new string lights. They are said to offer white and colored lighting effects, with “ultra-low dimming” and support for Apple Home.

A new 15-minute video on the r/sidephone subreddit gives us our first look at the repurposed Android OS running on the popular upcoming dumb phone, the Sidephone. Pre-orders are expected to open soon.

MagicX has shared early details about a device it now calls the Two58. Previously known as the Two45, the MagicX Two58 features a comparatively powerful MediaTek Dimensity chipset and a display so tall it can emulate 4.4-inch and 3.5-inch displays stacked on top of each other.

Philips Hue has listed a range of new smart light bulbs on Amazon in some European countries. These products feature various upgrades over their predecessors, including a wider color temperature range and ultra-low dimming. Plus, they will support Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa.