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Oct 22, 2024
The ROG Phone 9 will likely be orderable before the end of the year. (Image source: GadgetsBoy)

Asus ROG Phone 9 unboxing footage leaks after release date reveal

The Asus ROG Phone 9 will not fully debut until late next month. However, the upcoming gaming smartphone can already be seen in hands-on footage showing design changes from the current ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro.
Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2024 19:12
The US start-up Thorne has developed an AI-supported toilet camera that photographs excrements and assesses bowel health based on this. (Image source: DallE 3)

Artificial gut intelligence – AI analyzes stool and evaluates digestive health

The US start-up Throne has developed an AI-supported toilet camera that analyzes stool and urine samples and informs users whether they are drinking enough or how their digestion reacts to certain foods.
Marius Müller, 22 Oct 2024 19:09
Following the special edition of the Galaxy Z Fold6, Samsung is developing a foldable phone with a blood pressure measurement feature. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z Fold with blood pressure sensor display: Samsung patents innovative PPG sensor

In the future, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold may well be able to measure blood pressure by having users place a finger on the foldable display. The company has developed and patented a sensor that will enable blood pressure measurement on smartwatches, tablets, notebooks and foldables.
Hannes Brecher, 22 Oct 2024 18:56
Zens is now offering a particularly compact Qi2 charger. (Image source: Zens)

Zens Wireless Charger transforms a conventional socket into a Qi2 charger with USB-C port

The latest Qi2 charger from Zens is barely bigger than a power socket, but has both a magnetic Qi2 charging pad and a USB-C port. This allows for the simultaneous charging of two devices, such as an Apple iPhone and a Android smartphone.
Hannes Brecher, 22 Oct 2024 18:27
Garmin has released a new firmware update for the Vivosmart 5. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out firmware update with GPS improvements for wearable

Garmin has announced a new stable update, version 3.25, for one of its wearables. The firmware arrives a couple of months after version 3.24 and enhances the fitness tracker’s GPS feature. According to a post in the Garmin forum, this release is already available to all users.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 18:02
The Tesla Wireless Portable Charger has arrived in Europe. (Image source: Tesla)

New Tesla Wireless Portable Charger rolling out to more countries

Tesla has launched the new Wireless Portable Charger in European countries following its release in North America. You can use the accessory to charge two devices simultaneously via wireless charging pads and an integrated cable. Plus, the gadget can easily be recharged in a Tesla EV.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 17:58
Insta360 Ace Pro 2 with 8K image quality support (Image source : Insta360)

Insta360 just launched a new Ace Pro 2 action camera to take on the GoPro's Hero 13 Black and DJI's OSMO Action 5 Pro

Insta360 has refreshed its action camera lineup with the launch of new Ace Pro 2. The company’s new Ace Pro 2 is the world’s first dual-chip action camera that builds on the predecessor Ace Pro and offers up to 8K 30fps footage. The battery life of the camera has also 50% improved compared to last year's model. Plus, it’s now waterproof up to 39 feet (approx. 12 meters) without any protective case.
Abhinav Fating, 22 Oct 2024 17:56
The Casio G-Shock GMB2100SD-1A is now available in the US. (Image source: Casio)

Casio G-Shock GMB2100SD-1A Full Metal watch now available at US retailers

Several US retailers are now selling the Casio G-Shock GMB2100SD-1A Full Metal watch. The model recently arrived in Japan, offering one key advantage over the older GM-B2100D-1A model. Plus, the wearable has been listed on Casio’s official website in another country, suggesting it is rolling out more widely.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 17:51
The Xbox Wireless Headset is relaunching with extended battery life and better microphone. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft unveils new Xbox Wireless Headset with Dolby Atmos, 20h runtime and better microphone for $109.99

Microsoft is relaunching the Xbox Wireless Headset, which has received several significant upgrades, including support for Dolby Atmos and Bluetooth 5.3, a longer battery life, and an improved microphone.
Hannes Brecher, 22 Oct 2024 17:51
Onyx Boox P6: A compact e-reader is that comes with Android. (Image source: Onyx)

Onyx Boox P6: E-reader is as big as a smartphone and rich in features

The Onyx Boox P6 is a new, compact and portable e-reader. Android 13 is installed as the operating system, but the device has one limitation compared to its predecessor.
Silvio Werner, 22 Oct 2024 17:48
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series will not get a cheaper model. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung official says there won't be a cheaper Galaxy Z Fold

Despite requests for a more affordable Galaxy Z Fold, Samsung has no plans of launching one according to an official source. Also, there's no information on whether the Galaxy Z Flip will get a more pocket-friendly version.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Oct 2024 17:47
Casio has launched the G-Shock GLX5600KB-1 in additional markets. (Image source: Casio)

Casio launches new G-Shock G-Lide GLX5600KB-1 watch in additional markets

Casio is now selling the G-Shock G-Lide GLX5600KB-1 watch in the US, Canada and Mexico, following its launch in Japan and Europe. The new model has been designed in partnership with surfer Kanoa Igarashi. Features include a fully automatic calendar, sunrise and sunset times and tide graphs.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 17:45
Armor Mini 20T Pro: A small rugged smartphone. (Image source: Ulefone)

Armor Mini 20 Pro: A rugged smartphone that is compact, durable and affordable

Ulefone now has a compact and well-equipped smartphone on offer, the Armor Mini 20 Pro 5G, which is characterized by a high level of robustness and comes with a night vision camera. Wireless charging is also supported.
Silvio Werner, 22 Oct 2024 17:17
Windows 11 on a very old computer (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Flyby11 arrives to help you keep updating Windows 11 on older hardware

While there are multiple guides on manually bypassing the TPM, Secure Boot, or processor compatibility checks performed when installing Windows 11, Flyby11 does everything automatically. With the help of this straightforward patcher, users with outdated hardware can effortlessly transition to Windows 11 24H2.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Oct 2024 17:02
Anticipating the AI bubble: Baidu CEO Robin Li's perspective on market correction (Image source: DALL·E 3)

Baidu CEO predicts 99 percent of AI companies will fail despite market boom

Baidu CEO Robin Li predicts a major shakeout in the AI industry, suggesting 99 percent of current AI companies won't survive despite the sector's explosive growth. Drawing parallels to the dot-com bubble, he sees a long road ahead before AI truly transforms the workplace.
Nathan Ali, 22 Oct 2024 16:54
The Legion Go is Lenovo's only gaming handheld that has been released to date. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

New Lenovo Legion Go gaming handhelds revealed with possible AMD Strix Point variant in development

Three unreleased Lenovo Legion Go gaming handhelds have appeared in a new certification document. Not only has the Legion Go S reared its head, but so have what appear to be two second-generation devices with what could be an AMD Strix Point APU underpinning at least one model.
Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2024 16:17
The RG CubeXX supports HDMI out and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG CubeXX: New pocket-sized gaming handheld released globally capable of Dreamcast, N64, PS1 and PSP emulation

The Anbernic RG CubeXX has now arrived as a cheaper alternative to the existing RG Cube. Launching for almost 3x less than the RG Cube, the RG CubeXX still features a pocket-sized design and a 1:1 IPS display.
Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2024 15:18
Silent Hill 2 remake's latest patch has a game breaking bug (Image Source: Konami)

Silent Hill 2 remake's latest patch has a game breaking bug

Patch 1.04 introduces a bug in the Labyrinth section of the game. Players have reported that a cube puzzle in the section is not updating as expected, leaving them unable to progress. Bloober Team acknowledged the issue in a Steam post and assured players that a fix would be released ASAP.
Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Oct 2024 15:13
The Samsung G85SD features a QD-OLED panel that should deliver deep blacks. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Lowest-ever price for Samsung's 34-inch Odyssey QD-OLED curved gaming monitor with 175Hz refresh rate

Samsung's 34" Odyssey G85SD QD-OLED monitor is now $799.99 - 33% off. It features 175Hz refresh rate, a QD-OLED panel, AMD FreeSync, and Samsung Gaming Hub for easy game access. Rated 4.1 stars, it's a solid deal for gamers.
Anubhav Sharma, 22 Oct 2024 15:09
The LG G4 OLED runs the company's proprietary webOS. (Image source: LG, Codioful, edited)

Deal | Stunning LG G4 OLED TV scores big discount alongside free LG S90TR soundbar for eligible Partner Store members

LG is now running a juicy promotion on the flagship G4 4K OLED TV at LG Partner Store. The promotion includes the 77-inch LG G4 at a massive discount of $1,200 vs an offer from Best Buy alongside a free LG S90TR soundbar.
Fawad Murtaza, 22 Oct 2024 14:47
The ROG Phone 9 series will launch less than a year after the ROG Phone 8. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS reveals launch date for the ROG Phone 9 series

The ROG Phone 9 series finally has a launch date and it is less than a month away. ASUS has also shared photos of the device ahead of the launch.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Oct 2024 14:17
Garmin is rolling out firmware version 2.27 for the vivomove Trend. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin hybrid smartwatch gets optimizations in new stable update

The Garmin vivomove Trend hybrid smartwatch is receiving a new stable update. Firmware version 2.27 resolves an issue with the GPS feature and brings system improvements. A post in the Garmin forum provides users with information on the phased rollout as well as download instructions.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 14:08
A new AI tool is said to be coming to the Philips Hue smart lighting app. (Image source: Philips Hue) 

Philips Hue AI Playground rumored to be on the way

A rumor indicates that Philips Hue is working on an AI Playground. This is expected to bring AI-generated scene suggestions to the brand’s smart lighting app. However, a seemingly more advanced feature is already available for customers who purchase the iConnectHue app, a tool named Magic Scenes.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 14:02
The Withings BPM Pro 2 is designed for healthcare professionals and their patients. (Image source: Withings)

Withings reveals BPM Pro 2 as next-generation blood pressure monitor

The Withings BPM Pro 2 blood pressure monitor has been unveiled. The product will launch later this year, subject to FDA clearance, allowing healthcare professionals to track their patients' biometrics. Plus, a new Patient Insights tool can collect further information from the user to provide context to their measurements.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 13:54
The Anker Solix PS60 solar panel is compact. (Image source: Anker)

Anker launches new Solix PS60 Compact Solar Panel in bundle

The Anker Solix PS60, a new compact solar panel, is now available at Amazon US as part of a bundle. The accessory must currently be purchased with the Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station, which launched earlier this year. However, rumors suggest that the product could be available to buy separately at a later date.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 13:45
Xiaomi 15 series is now up for "reservations" in China (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi 15 series goes up for pre-order without an official launch date

The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to be among the first lineups to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite. While the company hasn't revealed the launch date of the lineup yet, it has started to take pre-orders for the new smartphones in China.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2024 13:40
Nvidia and India in preliminary talks to develop AI chip (Image Source: @narendramodi on X)

Nvidia and India in preliminary talks to develop AI chip

Nvidia founder and CEO Jenson Huang has proposed a partnership with India to develop an AI chip. The American chipmaker reportedly wants to leverage design talent in the country.
Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Oct 2024 13:12
Model Y loan rate is now zero (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla outs record low Model Y 0% APR financing deal as it drops the FSD purchase requirement

Tesla has introduced its best Model 3 and Model Y financing deal so far, with no obligation to purchase the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) feature this time around.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Oct 2024 12:43
The Snapdragon 8 Elite is a CPU champ. (Image Source: Qualcomm)

First Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU benchmarks announce the arrival of a new performance champion

Qualcomm's just-released Snapdragon 8 Elite is labeled as delivering the world's fastest mobile CPU yet. Early benchmark results for the chipset are in, providing an impressive image of how it compares to the Dimensity 9400 and Apple A18 Pro.
Ricci Rox, 22 Oct 2024 12:34
Reviews for Core Ultra 200S "Arrow Lake" CPUs reportedly drop on October 24. (Image source: Intel, Moore's Law Is Dead, edited)

Griffin Cove and Nova Lake IPC: Intel to follow AMD's lead and trash current E-core design as new P-cores leak

Intel is reportedly preparing a CPU architecture with "Griffin Cove" P-cores to follow 2026's Nova Lake. The architecture, the codename for which is yet to be revealed, could bring a double-digit IPC uplift, do away with the old E-core design, and be based on the Intel 14A-P process node.
Fawad Murtaza, 22 Oct 2024 12:15
Netflix has shut down its Southern California game studio (Image Source: Netflix)

Netflix has shut down its Southern California game studio

Codenamed 'Team Blue', the studio was staffed by industry veterans and was the company's attempt at getting a piece of the AAA gaming market pie.
Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Oct 2024 11:16
iPhone 16 Pro Max gets the top overall score in DxOMark's selfie tests (Image source: Apple and DxOMark - edited)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max beats Google Pixel 9 Pro XL in DxOMark's selfie tests

DxOMark has published the selfie score of the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The Apple flagship got an overall score of 151, beating the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and sharing the first spot in the category with the Honor Magic 6 Pro.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2024 11:00
iRobot Roomba Combo 2 Essential vacuum robot offers 120 minutes of battery life (Image source : iRobot)

iRobot just launched a new 2-in-1 vacuum robot with 120 minutes of battery life and 4-stage cleaning system

iRobot has announced a new 2-in-1 Roomba Combo 2 vacuum robot. The company suggests that this is its first affordable robot, with an Autoempty dock feature that automatically empties the collected dust into its dustbin. The cleaning robot boasts up to 120 minutes of battery life on a single charge. It features a 4-stage cleaning system and voice assistant support. Alongside, the company also unveiled the Roomba Vac 2 Essential robot in North America.
Abhinav Fating, 22 Oct 2024 10:00
Latest chipset driver mentions Ryzen AI Max 300 series in the release notes (Image source: AMD - edited)

Latest AMD chipset driver confirms Ryzen AI Max 300 naming for Strix Halo

AMD has released a new chipset driver, and it has just revealed the naming scheme of the upcoming Strix Halo series. As previous reports suggested, it seems that the lineup will indeed be called the Ryzen AI Max 300.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2024 09:21
Researchers confirm solar panels increase city temperature variations, resulting in higher wind speeds. (Image source: AI-generated with Dall-E-3)

Researchers find solar panels increase city temperatures and wind speeds

Researchers have found that solar panels increase city temperature variations, causing cities to be hotter during the day and colder during the night. At the same time, these larger temperature swings result in higher wind speeds and potentially greater pollution.
David Chien, 22 Oct 2024 07:41
iQOO 13 will launch on October 30 in China (Image source: iQOO)

iQOO 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite and RGB halo light launches soon

Qualcomm has just made the Snapdragon 8 Elite official, and it seems that the iQOO 13 will be the first gaming-focused flagship smartphone to feature it. The company has announced that the phone will be released on October 30 in China.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2024 07:36
Intel Core 200 Series mobile processors leak reveals specifications and architecture details (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core 200 mobile CPU leak: 14-core flagship Core 270H hits 5.8 GHz

Intel's upcoming Core 200 series mobile processors have leaked, revealing seven new Raptor Lake refresh chips. From the powerhouse Core 270H, which hits 5.8 GHz, to efficient U-series models running at 15W, these processors will complement Intel's Core Ultra lineup when they launch next year.
Nathan Ali, 22 Oct 2024 07:28
Intel Arc 140T GPU surfaces with 60 percent performance gain over Lunar Lake's 140V (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arc 140T graphics delivers 60 percent performance boost over Lunar Lake variant

Intel's upcoming Arc 140T integrated GPU shows impressive muscle, outperforming its Lunar Lake sibling by over 60 percent in recent GFXBench tests. The chip is expected to power Arrow Lake mobile processors in early 2025.
Nathan Ali, 22 Oct 2024 05:58
Geekom A7 with AMD Ryzen Zen 4 APUs is getting sweet discounts this week

Geekom A7 with AMD Zen 4 Ryzen 9 7940HS now available at time-limited $120 or £150 discount

The Geekom A7 boasts the highly capable and power-efficient AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS APU with Radeon 780M graphics, together with class-leading connectivity and aesthetics to elevate your productivity and multimedia experiences. The A7 is now all the more enticing thanks to a time-limited flat $120 or £150 discount.
A‎d, 22 Oct 2024 04:59
Casio has launched the MR-G MRGB2100D-1A watch in the US and the UK. (Image source: Casio)

Casio launches new premium MR-G MRGB2100D-1A watch with Bluetooth connectivity

Casio has released the MR-G MRGB2100D-1A in countries including the US and the UK. The premium watch from the B2100 series uses various scratch-resistant metal alloys. Features include automatic time adjustment and Bluetooth connectivity for app-based tools and controls.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 01:09
Anker has launched the Charger (112W, 6 Ports) in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Anker Charger (112W, 6 Ports) now available in more countries

Anker is now selling the Charger (112W, 6 Ports) in European countries. As its name suggests, the accessory allows you to charge up to six devices simultaneously, with a maximum total output of 112W. Features include a combination of USB-C and USB-A ports, MultiProtect technology and a cable organizer.
Polly Allcock, 22 Oct 2024 00:57
Microsoft currently sells the Surface Pro with Intel Meteor Lake and Snapdragon X chipsets. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 detailed in new leaks

According to new reports, Microsoft is plotting an Intel Lunar Lake refresh of not just the Surface Laptop, but also its Surface Pro 2-in-1. A potential release window has also been revealed, as have various specifications for both devices.
Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2024 00:08
Core Ultra 9 285 Geekbench listing reveals decent improvements over Raptor Lake-R. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core Ultra 9 285 65 W CPU outperforms the 125 W Core i9-14900K according to recent Geekbench listing

A recent Geekbench 6 listing reveals that the upcoming Intel Core Ultra 9 285 non-K CPU with a TDP of just 65 watts narrowly defeats the outgoing 125 W Core i9-14900K in both single-core and multi-core scores despite featuring fewer threads owing to the lack of hyper-threading support.
Sambit Saha, 22 Oct 2024 00:06
Oct 21, 2024
IBM Granite 3.0 open-source AI models for businesses now available (Image source: IBM)

IBM launches Granite 3.0 open-source AI models for businesses

Covered by the terms of the Apache 2.0 license, the IBM Granite 3.0 family of AI models targets enterprise customers and provides top performance alongside (allegedly) the most comprehensive set of risk and harm detection capabilities on the market. Those interested can download the models from Hugging Face.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Oct 2024 23:46
HMD Fusion with the Venom-inspired Smart Outfit. (Image source: HMD)

HMD Fusion: Venom-themed Smart Outfit unveiled

HMD Fusion was unveiled last month, featuring customizable Smart Outfits. The company has now collaborated with Venom: The Last Dance to create a Venom-themed outfit that highlights iconic elements from the Venom franchise.
Huzefa Baloch, 21 Oct 2024 23:22
The display of the Apple iPhone 16 only reaches 40th place on the DxOMark best list. (Image source: Bram Van Oost)

Apple iPhone 16 loses out to Samsung Galaxy A35 and Google Pixel 8a in DxOMark display analysis

At a starting price of $799, the Apple iPhone 16 costs more than many flagships, but the 60 Hz OLED display cannot even outperform the screens of certain mid-range smartphones. This is not only due to the low frame rate.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2024 23:01
Honor Magic 7 series will be among the first lineups to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite (Image source: Honor)

Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Honor Magic 7 series to bring Autopilot AI

Qualcomm has just unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite, and the Honor Magic 7 series will be among the first lineups to feature it. Honor has also announced that its new flagship phones will bring Autopilot AI and AI-empowered hardware.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2024 23:00
Garmin's latest update for the Instinct 2 series implies that software development is slowing for the mid-range smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings GPS and Connect activity bug fixes to popular mid-range smartwatches with new update

A new update has landed for several of Garmin's mid-range smartwatches. Distributed through its beta channel for now, the update contains important bug fixes aimed at resolving GPS and Connect activity issues present in earlier software.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2024 22:53
The AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor has never been cheaper on Amazon (Image source: Alienware)

Deal | Beautiful Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor gets biggest discount ever on Amazon

The Alienware AW3423DWF is a good-looking gaming monitor with a fantastic QD-OLED panel with 165Hz, QHD resolution and up to 1,000 nits of brightness. Thanks to a large 24% discount, the 34-inch AW3423DWF has now dropped to its lowest Amazon price thus far.
Enrico Frahn, 21 Oct 2024 21:33
The 8BitDo 64 has not received a global release just yet. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo 64 released as N64 inspired controller with Hall effect joystick for $39.99

8BitDo has now released its latest wireless controller, which it officially unveiled less than a week ago. Arriving with a Hall effect joystick and a layout that pays homage to the N64 controller, the 8BitDo 64 has plenty of other features that bely its $39.99 retail price.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2024 21:13

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