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Mar 24, 2025
The BYD Sealion 7. BYD launches the Charge Up Australia podcast anchored by popular environmeтtalist to bust EV myths (Image source: Top ELectric SUV)

BYD and distributor launch EV podcast in Australia to separate facts from fiction

BYD and distributor EVDirect are teaming up with a popular environmentalist in Australia to educate the masses about electric vehicles. The partnership is launching the fortnightly Charge Up Australia podcast, which will cover all EV brands and kick off with industry heavy-hitters.
David Odejide, 24 Mar 2025 09:54
The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G features an Exynos 1380 processor (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G goes official in India

Samsung has launched a new budget-range smartphone, the Galaxy A26 5G, in India. The company’s latest affordable smartphone brings a mildly refreshed design, an Exynos 1380 processor, an AMOLED display, and six years of software support. It’s now available for purchase via Samsung India’s official website.
Abhinav Fating, 24 Mar 2025 09:47
The Redmi gaming tablet is said to look like this, but with narrower bezels. (Image Source: Digital Chat Station)

Redmi gaming tablet leak reveals iPad Mini-esque design for upcoming Lenovo Legion Y700 (2025) rival

A new leak has now revealed an image supposedly identical to Xiaomi's upcoming gaming tablet. Said tablet will launch under the Redmi sub-brand and will feature an 8-inch LCD screen, making it a direct rival to Lenovo's Legion Y700 (2025).
Ricci Rox, 24 Mar 2025 09:32
Xiaomi's new Mijia Smart Audio Glasses 2 will be available for crowdfunding on March 26 (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches new affordable smart glasses with up to 12 days of battery life

The Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses 2 have made their official debut in China, and they're expected to go on crowdfunding on March 26 at CNY 999, about $138. Compared to their predecessors, they're said to be thinner, lighter, and sleeker.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Mar 2025 09:06
Zoom unveils H5studio Handy Recorder with large microphones capable of capturing high-quality audio recordings on set. (Image source: Zoom)

Zoom unveils H5studio Handy Recorder capable of 32-bit float audio recordings for creators and filmmakers

The H5studio is a powerful 6-track, 32-bit float audio recorder offering a dynamic range of 123 dB and a 140 dB maximum SPL, making it ideal for use on any location. It accepts XLR microphone inputs and doubles as a USB-C audio interface.
David Chien, 24 Mar 2025 05:22
The Abxylute One Pro gaming handheld improves upon the original One handheld. (Image source: Abxylute on Discord)

Abxylute announces Kickstarter launch date and special pricing for upcoming One Pro Android gaming handheld

The Abxylute One Pro gaming handheld offers upgraded hardware and better game emulation versus its predecessor, the One handheld. Kickstarter pricing begins March 27 at an affordable $199 for early bird supporters and current One owners.
David Chien, 24 Mar 2025 04:53
The A500 Mini will get a successor in its original size. (Image source: Retro Games Ltd.)

Retro Games announces new Amiga replica in original size and reveals reason for delay

Retro Games Ltd. has been planning to launch a fully-fledged Amiga 500 with a keyboard for months. Now, the company reveals why the release has been delayed.
Marc Zander, 24 Mar 2025 02:12
A change in Android 16 is intended to ensure a faster boot process in the Pixel 10 and other Android devices. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Google Pixel 10 and the like to boot faster thanks to Android 16's "Performance Mode"

At least part of the boot process will run up to 30% faster on a previously tested Pixel 10, and other Android phones are also likely to benefit significantly from a change in Android 16, as an Android expert has discovered.
Alexander Fagot, 24 Mar 2025 01:05
A 90% score for the Dell Pro 13 Premium business laptop. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Almost perfect with a score of 90%: Verdict on the Dell Pro 13 Premium

Dell's habit of slapping "Pro" and "Premium" onto its product names may make us roll our eyes, but the Dell Pro 13 Premium is still an almost ideal business laptop. Why the "Premium" label is justified is explained in our review summary below.
Christian Hintze, 24 Mar 2025 01:03
The Honor Pad X9a features an 11.5-inch display in a 6.8-millimeter-thin metal casing. (Image source: Honor)

120 Hz display and quad speakers in a mid-range tablet: Honor unveils the Pad X9a

Honor has presented a new mid-range tablet, the Pad X9a, with a slim metal casing, a 11.5-inch, 120 Hz display, and a 8,300 mAh battery. These features, in combination with quad speakers, make it perfect for web and multimedia applications.
Hannes Brecher, 24 Mar 2025 01:02
The Egret Pro FX provides up to 80 km of range. (Image source: Egret)

New, foldable Egret Pro FX e-scooter has a range of 80 km

The brand new Pro FX e-scooter from Hamburg-based manufacturer Egret promises maximum flexibility and can be folded up very compactly. The Egret Pro FX also has an impressive range of up to 80 km and other features.
Marcus Schwarten, 24 Mar 2025 00:58
The TCL C7K TV is rolling out across Europe. (Image source: TCL)

TCL launches new premium QD-Mini LED TV with gaming features

TCL has launched the C7K, a premium QD-Mini LED TV, in Europe. Spotted at a third-party retailer, this model is available in a wide range of sizes and features several upgrades on the C6K. These include a higher peak brightness level, more speakers and a 288Hz Game Accelerator.
Polly Allcock, 24 Mar 2025 00:28
The Philips Hue Secure doorbell has been spotted in the brand’s app. (Image source: Philips Hue app)

Philips Hue Secure doorbell leaks in app update

In a recent app update, the unannounced Philips Hue Secure doorbell has been leaked. A new QR code scanning feature, which arrived with app version 5.38, reveals details about this unreleased smart home device and provides an illustration. This will be the first smart doorbell from the brand, and it appears to feature a camera.
Polly Allcock, 24 Mar 2025 00:15
The Beats Pill has an IP67 dust and water resistance rating and can last up to 24 hours on a charge. (Image source: Beats by Dre)

Deal | Amazon knocks 33% off the Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker

With just a few months shy of its first anniversary, Amazon is offering a significant discount on the Beats Pill (2024) portable Bluetooth speaker. This new discounted price makes it worth choosing over rivals such as the JBL Charge 5 and the Sonos Roam 2.
Habeeb Onawole, 24 Mar 2025 00:14
Mar 23, 2025
The Ayaneo AM01S now sports a more powerful AMD APU that leverages Zen 5 CPU and RDNA 3.5 GPU architectures. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo AM01S becomes more powerful thanks to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 upgrade

The Ayaneo AM01S may be almost a year old. However, the mini-PC has not received a release of any kind yet. Instead, Ayaneo has now confirmed that the AM01S will be launching with a more powerful AMD APU in the form of the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.
Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2025 23:33
The Pocket Ace should arrive as a cheaper alternative to the Pocket S2 and Ayaneo's other high-end gaming handhelds. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo Pocket Ace: New details teased about 'ultimate powerful retro handheld' launching later this year

Ayaneo has multiple Android gaming handhelds in the pipeline. The company has now returned to sharing details about the Pocket Ace, which it continues to bill as the 'ultimate' retro gaming handheld thanks to its high-end chipset and circa 6-inch display.
Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2025 22:59
Moon Studios promises impressive addons and changes in their upcoming The Breach update. (Image Source : Steam)

No Rest for the Wicked: Moon Studios goes indie and promises huge updates

Moon Studios has been hard at work refining and expanding No Rest for the Wicked, and their latest devlog brings some major updates. After launching with a series of patches and hotfixes, the studio released its first major content expansion—the Crucible update—before going silent for a time. Now, they’ve broken that silence, revealing a pivotal moment in the game's development: the decision to buy back publishing rights from Private Division, making No Rest for the Wicked a fully independent project.
Santiago Nino, 23 Mar 2025 22:39
The GPU supplier Imagination may have confirmed first Tensor G5 specs for the Pixel 10 (Image source: Android Headlines)

Google Pixel 10: First Tensor G5 specs may have been confirmed officially

A new table is circulating online which reveals some GPU details of the Tensor G5 chipset that will power the Pixel 10. The leak also hints at an upcoming Xiaomi SoC and apparently comes from an official and therefore trustworthy source.
Alexander Fagot, 23 Mar 2025 20:52
The Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: Samsung)

Future flagship Android smartphones backed to launch with dual 200MP cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra currently stands out on the Android smartphone landscape thanks to its 200MP main camera. However, more next-gen flagships are thought to challenge it with the same spec and more powerful processors. Then again, their own successors could double down on those upgrades.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Mar 2025 20:24
The Go Air is a new and pretty compact laptop (Image source: Acer)

14-inch Acer Go Air launches as new MacBook Air alternative with Intel Core Ultra

The Acer Go Air is a new notebook that weighs less than 2.2 lbs but still features a powerful Intel processor. It also has a compact display with a quite high resolution as well as multiple USB Type-C ports.
Silvio Werner, 23 Mar 2025 20:08
The new 2026 Model Y Juniper refresh vs the old discounted legacy model (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla discounts Model Y by up to $9,200 in inventory in preparation for regular Juniper refresh orders

Tesla may be releasing the non-Launch Series versions of the new Model Y in the US at long last, and it is preparing for the order influx by clearing out its Model Y inventory with a hefty discount deal that can be more than $9,000 for demo vehicles with very few miles on the odometer.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Mar 2025 20:01
The new MegaHub docking solution can be used to expand the storage of Apple's MacBook Pro (Image source: Fonecyc)

New Fonecyc MegaHub dock for MacBook Pro can add up to 16TB of SSD storage

The MegaHub is a new docking solution that is specifically made for the 16-inch MacBook Pro. It promises to offer a more of less affordable way to expand storage and can be used to connect additional external devices.
Silvio Werner, 23 Mar 2025 19:48
Anycubic has yet to announce launch and pricing details for its new portable 3D printer (Image source: iF Design - edited)

Anycubic intros new portable 3D printer with a foldable design

China-based manufacturer Anycubic has introduced a new 3D printer compact enough to be easily carried in a travel briefcase. It features five rotational axes, allowing the unit to fold into a shape that's only 75 mm tall.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Mar 2025 19:24
The Z9 Turbo Endurance. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo Z10 Turbo Pro surfaces with flagship-grade charging

iQoo's first Android smartphone to use the upcoming Snapdragon 8s Elite processor might not have as big a battery as the vanilla Z10, according to a new leak. However, it might charge faster, thanks to the same technology as the brand's current flagship. The Z10 Turbo Pro is also reportedly destined for dual 50MP rear cameras and a large 1.5K display.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Mar 2025 19:08
The Pad 2. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Pad 2 Pro model number, charging speed allegedly confirmed in new report

Just two Android tablets with the new top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor will be announced in the first half of 2025, and the "OnePlus Pad 2 Pro" will be one of them, according to the latest leaks. It might have been cleared to use its unusually fast wired charging in its latest tip.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Mar 2025 18:09
The OnePlus 13T is said to quite like the Redmi Turbo 4. Pictured - Redmi Turbo 4 (Image Source: Xiaomi)

OnePlus 13T: Leaker highlights more details of upcoming compact flagship phone

A new leak has now highlighted key specifications and features of OnePlus's imminent flagship device, the OnePlus 13T. The 13T is reported to be scheduled to launch shortly, perhaps even as early as April, in China.
Ricci Rox, 23 Mar 2025 17:42
Foldable iPhone may arrive sooner than expected (Image source: AI-generated using Dall-E)

Apple may release a foldable iPhone next year, featuring liquid metal hinges

As per Mark Gurman’s latest report in Bloomberg, Apple is planning to launch the much-rumoured foldable iPhone in 2026. The foldable iPhone is said to feature a 'liquid metal hinge', which is likely to address the creases on the screen.
Nitisha Upadhye, 23 Mar 2025 17:25
The YU7(?). (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Xiaomi YU7 design and trim options spill in new leak

The YU7 is now believed to be unleashed as Xiaomi's second-gen electric vehicle imminently. Its SUV form-factor is allegedly confirmed in a new leak, which also purports to outline where its badges, window tints and carbon-fiber accents will be found. The "Hyper Autonomous Driving" car will also have a lot of custom wheel options, apparently.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Mar 2025 17:05
HP hasn't yet released a handheld gaming PC, but it won't mind making one with SteamOS. (Image Source: Valve and HP - edited)

HP says it's open to making a SteamOS-powered handheld

HP is one of the big name PC manufacturers that is yet to launch a handheld gaming PC despite having a gaming brand. It turns out the present state of Windows is holding it back, but it is open to making one powered by Valve's SteamOS.
Habeeb Onawole, 23 Mar 2025 16:19
Video: MSI Claw 8 review - Intel is king for handhelds?(!)

Video: MSI Claw 8 review - Intel is king for handhelds?(!)

MSI is back with the second Windows-based handheld in their gaming line-up, the Claw 8. With a completely new chassis, a larger 8" VRR screen, and a significant boost to performance and battery life thanks to Intel's Lunar Lake platform, it is one of the best mobile game consoles you can get right now—for a price.
Alexander Wätzel, 23 Mar 2025 15:42
Future Apple Watches may have cameras and AI-powered features (Image Source: Apple)

Apple Watches may become ‘AI wearables’ as future models likely to feature cameras

In the latest Bloomberg article, Mark Gurman has shed some light on Apple’s future plans for Apple Watches. The upcoming models may have cameras that can scan the surroundings and will likely be based on Apple’s in-house AI.
Nitisha Upadhye, 23 Mar 2025 15:39
The SU7 Ultra can accelerate from 0-60 mph in under two seconds (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's Lei Jun tests the SU7 Ultra battery coating strength with 6th floor watermelon fall

China's Elon Musk, as Xiaomi's CEO Lei Jun is referred to, threw a watermelon from the 6th factory floor to demonstrate the tough coating of the performance battery in Xiaomi's SU7 Ultra sports car that outpaces the Tesla Model S Plaid at a much lower price.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Mar 2025 15:02
AC Shadows has surpassed 2 million players and currently has over 61,000 concurrent players (Image Source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Shadows surpasses 2 million players, Ubisoft announces

Ubisoft’s latest release, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, has garnered over 2 million players in just 2 days. With this player count, the game seems to have surpassed its predecessors.
Nitisha Upadhye, 23 Mar 2025 14:58
The last few episodes of the first season ended on a rather exciting note (Image source: Screenshot - Crunchyroll)

2nd season of My Dress-Up Darling coming July 2025

Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru, an anime that debuted in 2022 is getting a second season as soon as this summer. This is an unlikely friendship/romance story with a shy high schooler hand-making traditional Japanese dolls and a model girl as the main characters.
Sergey Tarasov, 23 Mar 2025 14:46
Netmarble's much-awaited free-to-play Game of Thrones game is offering a paid early access version (Image Source: Netmarble)

Game of Thrones RPG gets an early access release date

Before the full free-to-play release, Netmarble is offering early access to the much-anticipated Game of Thrones RPG later this month. Players will have to spend at least $25 to get an early sneak peek into the game.
Nitisha Upadhye, 23 Mar 2025 13:36
This unconventional game from 2017 has been heavily discounted on Steam (image source: Steam)

Existential crisis inducing game with intense storyline and tight combat gets 60% discount on Steam

One of the more underrated games of 2017, NieR:Automata, has been discounted by 60% on Steam. Its story, combat and soundtrack are one-of-a-kind, and unlike anything you've played before.
Anil Ganti, 23 Mar 2025 10:08
Omni Health Ring launches Kickstarter campaign for its AI-powered smart ring in three colors. (Image source: Omni Health Ring)

Omni Health Ring starts Kickstarter campaign for smart ring with fun fitness games and AI health coaching

The Omni Health Ring is a smart ring equipped with AI-powered health coaching features, designed to help users improve their fitness through actionable tips for their lifestyle and diet. Fun games help maintain fitness using the built-in motion sensors.
David Chien, 23 Mar 2025 09:47
The Ressence Type 7 features a oil-filled convex dial (Image source: Ressence)

Ressence Type 7: Ressence’s first GMT debuts with oil-filled convex dial and titanium case

Ressence has unveiled its first GMT, the Ressence Type 7. The company’s new GMT features a 41 mm titanium case, a striking oil-filled convex dial with a fixed bezel, and an ETA-2834 caliber movement. It’s constructed from Grade 5 titanium material and provides 36 hours of power reserve.
Abhinav Fating, 23 Mar 2025 09:34
The new Mac Mini has been discounted on Amazon (image source: Apple)

Deal | Mac Mini with Apple M4 drops to $499 on Amazon

A new promotion on Amazon knocks $100 off the new M4 Mac Mini. You can buy the powerful small form factor machine for just $499, which is a pretty good deal for anyone looking for a compact desktop.
Anil Ganti, 23 Mar 2025 07:55
New Asus V16 laptop offers good value for under $1000, but its all-plastic case disappoints in our in-depth testing (Image source: Notebookcheck)

New Asus V16 offers good value for under $1000, but its all-plastic case is a turn off

Asus' new entry-level laptop looks great on paper with its 144 Hz IPS display and GeForce RTX graphics. However, some users will likely disapprove of the narrow color space and dull plastic design.
Allen Ngo, 23 Mar 2025 04:54
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo (pictured) is the laptop with the slowest Arc 8 GPU performance that we know of (Image source: Notebookheck)

These are the slowest and fastest Intel Arc 8 laptops money can buy after testing over 35 different models

Buyers looking to get the most performance out of their Arc 8 laptops may want to avoid the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and consider the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 16IMH G9 or Yoga Pro 7 14IMH9 instead.
Allen Ngo, 23 Mar 2025 02:58
The C4 OLED can now be ordered for more than 50% under the original list price (Image source: LG)

Deal | LG C4 OLED hits record low thanks to limited-time 56% discount

The LG C4 OLED has once again received massive discounts of up to 56%, which takes the 65-inch version back under $1,200. Meanwhile, the 77-inch television is available for a reasonable $1,749 from manufacturer-authorized sellers.
Enrico Frahn, 23 Mar 2025 01:35
Lenovo Yoga 9 14 2in1 G10 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo should equip the Yoga 9 flagship convertible with a better 4K OLED display

With its premium Yoga 9 14 convertible, Lenovo wants to appeal to creative users by offering a 4K OLED panel in the more expensive model variants. But aside from the high resolution, the panel falls short and doesn't even offer proper color profiles.
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Mar 2025 01:09
Valve is rumoured to be developing Deckard with controllers codenamed 'Roy'. (Image source: @Down_90)

Valve Deckard: Latest leak reveals early specifications of long-awaited Valve Index successor

The successor to the Valve Index is rumoured to be launching later this year. While leaked specifications are not thought to be final, they appear to point to the Valve Deckard potentially not living up to expectations for some VR fans.
Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2025 00:47
The MiTag is powered by a CR2032 battery that can last up to a year before needing to be replaced. (Image source: MiLi)

The MiLi MiTag is a cheaper alternative to Motorola's Moto Tag

The MiLi MiTag is one of the cheapest Android Find My Device compatible trackers available on the market at the moment. With a familiar round design, it can be attached to several objects with the included key ring.
Habeeb Onawole, 23 Mar 2025 00:29
Various Powkiddy RGB50 colour concepts have been shown so far, including these translucent and red options. (Image source: James Dewitz - edited)

Powkiddy RGB50 revealed as new 3:2 retro gaming handheld disruptor

A well-informed source has shared initial details about another new Powkiddy retro gaming handheld. Hot on the heels of the Powkiddy V90 V2, the Powkiddy RGB50 will marry a 4.5-inch and 3:2 aspect ratio display capable of PSP emulation with Android and Linux support, along with a SoC not seen on retro gaming handhelds before.
Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2025 00:25
Mar 22, 2025
God of War 20th Anniversary banner (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

New God of War game will be a Greek side story instead of remaster, suggests insider

Gamers anticipating a God of War remaster of earlier Greek titles may have to wait. An insider is now confident that Sony will debut a side story based on the franchise this year. The release could satisfy players until a new God of War game set in Egypt is ready.
Adam Corsetti, 22 Mar 2025 23:19
AMD RDNA 4 GPUs (Image source: AMD)

Asus Radeon RX 9060 XT RDNA 4 GPUs appear with 8GB and 16GB options as release date approaches

Asus is the latest GPU maker to reveal its selection of Radeon RX 9060 XT RDNA 4 cards. Gamers can choose from 8GB and 16GB versions, as well as six different models. The new report doesn't mention other specs, but buyers can expect a second-quarter RX 9060 XT release date.
Adam Corsetti, 22 Mar 2025 19:07
The scores, especially in terms of multi-core, is better than the last time (Image source: Mishaal Rahman)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge pops up on Geekbench again but with better scores

The Galaxy S25 Edge has yet to be formally launched, but the thin flagship is expected to launch sometime in April. Ahead of any official word on the availability, the phone has resurfaced on Geekbench, and this time, the scores are better.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Mar 2025 19:04
Shelly is updating its product lineup (Image source: Shelly)

Shelly Gen 4: New smart switches with ZigBee and Matter now available

Shelly is updating its product range and now offers a new generation of smart switches. These are designed to be versatile and promise compatibility with various protocols.
Silvio Werner, 22 Mar 2025 18:25

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