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China tightens its control over rare earth minerals with new export regulations and facility acquisitions while Western nations race to develop alternative supply chains. The move affects critical materials needed for semiconductors, AI chips, defense technology, and clean energy - highlighting global dependencies on Chinese resources.

AMD has now shared early information about when to expect its first RDNA 4 graphics cards. Not only that, but CEO Dr. Lisa Su has hinted at in-game and ray-tracing performance improvements compared with RDNA 3 and RDNA 3.5 solutions.

A recent leak has revealed the camera design for the upcoming Huawei Mate 70 lineup, showcasing a striking resemblance to the camera design seen in the Mate 50 series.

Sony's high-end WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling wireless headphones have received a $100 discount on Amazon. You can now buy a pair for just $299, but only in one colourway.

The Swytch Go e-bike has been announced as a more affordable model. This will be the first electric bicycle from the brand with features like a 250W motor and disc brakes. Plus, customers will be able to choose between three power packs for up to 60 miles (~97 km) assistance range.

Govee has released the upgraded Outdoor Flood Lights 2 in North America. Compared to the original model, the new product is said to have a higher level of brightness and enhanced waterproofing. There is a wide range of features available in the Govee Home app, and the lights are Matter compatible.

The Osotek GM101 robotic lawn mower has arrived in Europe. This is a relatively cheap model which requires you to lay a boundary wire for navigation. Smart features include app-based remote controls, a rain detection sensor and automatic recharging at the docking station as needed.

Tesla is starting to reveal how its upcoming Cybercab ride-share service with the autonomous Robotaxi will work in practice.

The iQoo 13 has launched in China, catering to performance-focused users with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. It starts at a competitive price of 3999 yuan (~$561).

Google is reportedly developing an AI-based feature for the Play Store to answer user queries on apps and help find them.

The 65-inch LG G4 with a 4K resolution OLED panel has recorded a steep price drop on Amazon and can now be had for only $2,296.99. The TV features all the bells and whistles that you expect from a 2024 flagship like incredible HDR performance, high refresh rate gaming, and more.

Taking a cue from car companies which have standard and luxury brands, Samsung is considering a new brand name for its premium smartphones that may help it to sell more devices. If it goes ahead with the decision, it will be following in the steps of Chinese companies with multiple phone brands.

The Philips Hue app for iOS has been updated to version 5.29.0. The change log indicates that there are three changes with the release, including two new features for the brand’s security cameras. Plus, there is a new shortcut available for your Philips Hue smart lighting products.

The Ricoh PJ UHL3660, an ultra short throw projector, has been unveiled by PFU America. The model has a laser light source that is said to deliver up to 6,500 lumens of brightness. Other features include Miracast, support for HDR content, and a longer life expectancy for the light source.

Activision's quality assurance team for the Call of Duty franchise have gone on strike to protest against the company's new return-to-work policies. Over 300 members of the team have signed a petition demanding work-from-home options.

The Garmin Forerunner 955 smartwatch is receiving beta version 21.14. This latest update brings a new moon-related glance and improvements to the Lactate threshold estimate. Plus, there is a new Meditation Activity, though several users have already reported an issue with this tool.

OpenAI is developing a specialized AI inference chip together with Broadcom. It has also secured manufacturing capacity at TSMC and will begin producing the chips in 2026.

Keychron has updated its K3 mechanical keyboard with improved sound characteristics, Bluetooth 5.2, massive battery life upgrades, and QMK support for customisation on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Innovative Eyewear has unveiled the Lucyd Armor AI-powered safety glasses with all-day access to AI chatbots like ChatGPT. The safety glasses can be used by workers that require ANSI Z87.1 certified eye protection for jobs like construction or gardening.

University of Chicago researchers have achieved a breakthrough in quantum-based optical storage using rare earth elements and quantum defects, potentially enabling 1000x higher storage density than current technologies.

A new report has delivered fresh details about Google's next mid-range smartphone. While the Pixel 9a may only cost as much as the current Pixel 8a when it launches, it should feature a bounty of upgrades over its predecessor.

The Aquos R9 Pro is the latest high-end smartphone produced by Sharp. Offered with a 240 Hz IGZO OLED display, the Aquos R9 Pro also features a recent Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series chipset and an assortment of enticing camera hardware.

Although not exactly what is needed right now, YouTube is apparently testing a new homepage, which lacks two key elements currently present on it. These missing parts are the overall viewer count and the publishing date for each video, allowing the user to focus only on the video title and creator name.

It is now possible to purchase Samsung's latest ultra-premium foldable globally. While Samsung has no plans to officially release the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, it can be imported with shipments set for early November.

DxOMark's display analysis for the iPhone 16 Pro is now available, and the results leave much to be desired. Both the S24 Ultra and Pixel 9 Pro pulled ahead of the iPhone 16 Pro, and not by a small margin.

Sony has published an internal email announcing the shut down of two of its game studios, one of which developed the ill-fated Concord PvP shooter. The other studio is Neon Koi which was working on a now-cancelled mobile game.

Timex, in partnership with fashion label Maison Margiela, has unveiled a unique reimagining of its classic T80 digital quartz watch—the Timex x MM6 Ring Watch. Made of polished and brushed stainless steel, the ring features an expansion band that eliminates sizing issues, a basic time-and-date display, 30 m water resistance and, sadly, no Indiglo.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is set to see the light of day on the 7th of November. The 120 W chip is expected to arrive with 8 Zen 5 cores and a boost clock of 5.2 GH. In a recent Blender benchmark apperance, the 9800X3D thrashes the 7800X3D will failing to keep up with Intel's Arrow Lake-S.

Digital Extremes recently confirmed a December release for Warframe 1999. Meanwhile, those eager to play Soulframe will have to wait a little longer, as the fantasy RPG is only slated to enter pre-alpha in 2025, effectively constituting an official delay.

The 2023 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 might not be equipped with a vibrant OLED display, but thanks to an RTX 4070 and other decent specs, the 16-inch gaming laptop could be a decent choice for gamers who have $1,199 to spend.

The Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2025 has been launched in various European countries. The display is available in sizes up to 75 inches with a 4K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Features include the Google TV interface with voice commands, built-in speakers, and support for Dolby Vision IQ and AMD FreeSync Premium.

Garmin has released a new beta update for its last-generation high-end smartwatches. Arriving less than a month after the company began rolling out a previous beta build to the same group of devices, Beta Version 19.27 makes various changes to the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro, including one that could have caused a device shutdown in some cases.

Ayaneo has started revealing design elements of its next high-end gaming handheld. Also the company's first 'Code: REVO' product, the Ayaneo 3 appears to sport a rounded design and what could be AMD Strix Point or Intel Lunar Lake processors.

Just as expected, Fedora 41 is finally here. Across various editions, the list of changes includes highlights such as GNOME 47 and KDE Plasma 6.2, the Mir and Wayland-based Miracle desktop environment in the new Fedora Miracle, new options for image mode, Secure Boot support for systems that require the Nvidia proprietary driver, and more.

An intrepid user on Reddit posted a screenshot of what appears to be Pokémon Legends: Arceus running natively in Windows. Per the Reddit post, this port comes courtesy of source code present in the massive Game Freak leak earlier this month.

TikTok has announced that it will soon enhance the way users express themselves with .gifs that come up as a result of AI-generated suggestions. The animated images in question will all come courtesy of Giphy thanks to a new agreement between its company and the social media platform. It is slated to result in a change to the direct message (DM) interface in the latter's app.

Google has joined Apple and Samsung in offering certified refurbished models of its phones. These phones come with a warranty and even a charger in the box. However, retailers may sometimes offer better deals.

Anbernic has now started selling the RG P01 globally. Available for just $14.99 until mid-November, the Anbernic RG P01 offers 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 and wired connectivity options with Hall effect hardware and a 600 mAh battery rated for up to 9 hours of playtime between charges.

Apple's M4 Max SoC was spotted in the offical website, confirming its existence. However, the high-end SoC's core counts and other details remain shrouded in mystery. With the launch of the M4 MacBook Pro lineup being just around the corner, we won't have to wait long to find out.

Linux creator Linus Torvalds offers a sobering perspective on AI at the Open Source Summit, describing it as "90 percent marketing" while acknowledging its future potential.

The iQoo Neo10 is depicted as an upcoming rival for the new Vivo X200 and Oppo Find X8 Android smartphones with the same new top-end MediaTek Dimensity 9400 silicon. Should that be the case, it might have the edge on those existing devices in certain potentially important ways, one of which might be confirmed in a new leak.

The recently launched first-person shooter Straftat may not stand out visually, but it offers thrilling 1v1 duels and a diverse selection of maps and weapons, features that clearly resonate with players. The game is free to play and has received almost universally positive reviews on Steam.

Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra prototype completed a lap at Nürburgring in 6:46.874, breaking the four-door car record previously held by the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. With 1,548 horsepower, the SU7 Ultra features advanced carbon-ceramic brakes and a tri-motor system.

Apple has finally released a Mac mini with a smaller design. Not only is the new mini-PC much smaller than previous Mac mini units, but it also comes with 16 GB of RAM as standard and an optional Apple M4 Pro chipset that adds Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.

Enigma of Fear is a mystery game that offers supernatural puzzles and non-linear gameplay. The indie title will be released on Steam in November and can be tested now.

The Lenovo LOQ (2024) is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that is now cheaper than ever thanks to a solid $250 discount on the list price. The notebook packs a Ryzen 7 7435HS Zen 3+ CPU, an RTX 4060 laptop GPU, 16 GB of replaceable DDR5 memory, and 512 GB of expandable storage.

A new special edition of the Thermomix TM6, Snow, has been launched in Europe. Available via third-party retailers, the new model has a white and silver finish to mimic snow. Features of the kitchen appliance include a range of tools, intelligent cooking modes and a built-in touchscreen display.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Xiaomi 15 Pro alongside a whole host of other devices today. Arriving as one of the first devices powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite, the Xiaomi 15 Pro also packs a massive 6,100 mAh battery and a new 120 mm telephoto camera.

Xiaomi has now delivered its latest compact flagship, which is also one of the first devices to ship with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. While the Xiaomi 15 closely resembles last year's Xiaomi 14, the former surpasses the latter in various areas.

The Xiaomi 14T Pro presents its good side in our test. Especially the 144-Hz AMOLED display and the new Mediathek Dimensity 9300 Plus of the Xiaomi smartphone bring some positive surprises. As soon as its price drops to the level of a Xiaomi 14, the Pro model of the T series gets our purchase recommendation.