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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.

Qualcomm has now detailed the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Arriving as the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the new chipset will bring Oryon CPU cores and many other advancements to future Asus, Honor, iQoo, OnePlus, Oppo, realme, Samsung, Vivo and Xiaomi flagships.

Launch pricing and a global release date for AYN's next gaming handheld are now official. Launching slightly earlier than expected, the AYN Odin2 Portal will seek to challenge modern high-end gaming handhelds with a large OLED display, a powerful processor and up to 16 GB of RAM.

The Oppo Find X8 series is set to be unveiled on October 24, and according to internal data shared by the company, the Pro variant outperforms the iPhone 16 Pro Max in extreme battery tests.

7Artisans' upcoming 10mm f/2.8 II fisheye lens will come with a 185° angle of view, sharp image quality for 40MP cameras, and a de-clicked aperture ring. Built with 11 elements, it appears to be ideal for ultra-wide shooting on multiple mounts.

A hands-on leak has led to effusive praise for OnePlus' upcoming flagship Android smartphone, even when compared to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The 13 is said to be the lighter of the two premium devices, and to avoid some of the new Apple flagship's worst drawbacks in terms of hand-feel. Then again, the Pro Max might still have the edge in one key area.

Less than two months since the release of version 1.6, PorteuX 1.7 arrives with several fixes, sub-500 MB ISOs, as well as updates to most of the seven desktop environments supported. The seven are GNOME, Cinnamon, KDE, LXDE, LXQt, MATE, and Xfce. The Linux kernel 6.11.4 is used for all these flavors.

Following two leaks, a Garmin employee has spoken about the Fenix 8 with a microLED display, potentially the first smartwatch in the world to be equipped with the new screen technology. Although development is underway, the currently high costs could mean that it will be some time before the launch.

The OnePlus 100W SuperVOOC power bank has appeared in a new colorway in a product listing at Oppo’s online store in China. The wood effect version of the accessory appears to have many of the same features as the original models, including a 100W output and support for a range of charging protocols.

Loongson Technology unveils ambitious plans for its CPU and GPU development, aiming to compete with major players in the semiconductor industry. The Chinese company's latest desktop CPU matches 14nm x86 chips, with future models targeting even higher performance.

Redtiger has introduced a new dash cam, the F77. The company's latest dash cam is equipped with dual Sony IMX678 sensors. The F77 is also packed with features such as HDR, night vision, 24/7 Time Lapse recording, fast wireless connections, and collision sensing, thanks to the Sony Starvis 2 pixel sensor included. The dash cam comes with built-in 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage.

Early footage of the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is now coming out of South Korea following today's launch in Samsung's home market. Unsurprisingly, people have sought to compare the new foldable against the Galaxy Z Fold6, which looks rather outdated in comparison.

The Xiaomi 15 is said to launch (very shortly) as a compact flagship - however, it is not to be judged on its size, according to its latest leak. Its full-sized Snapdragon 8 Elite power joins other specs to match rumored rivals from OnePlus and iQOO. The 15 is also now slated to run the latest version of HyperOS out of the box.

8BitDo has updated its Retro Mechanical Keyboard offering with a new all-in-one unit. Available at a discount compared with other models, the Best Buy Exclusive Edition features not only the keyboard itself, but also Dual Super Button and Super Stick accessories.

Hyundai has introduced one of the best close-end lease deals on an electric car in the US, offering to upgrade an Ioniq 5 every year for less than the monthly lease payment on a Model Y.

Realme's GT 7 Pro is tipped to launch as one of the first smartphones with a Snapdragon 8 Elite. It was spotted online playing an Assassin's Creed game at a steady-ish 60 FPS.

A recent Citizen Lab study reveals potential security flaws in WeChat's custom encryption protocol, MMTLS. Despite using two-layer encryption, the system exposes metadata and lacks forward secrecy.

The Ant-nose, a single graphene oxide-coated antenna sensor, achieves 96.7% accuracy in detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including isomers. It could be a simplified, low-cost solution for applications like food freshness and industrial safety monitoring.

Sharge's innovative RGB power bank is rated to charge compatible devices at up to 15 watts (W) with support for Qi2 wireless charging as well as MagSafe in its second generation. It is also backed to avoid overheating with an "enhanced" form of its active fan, presented in an updated, streamlined chassis that also integrates a kick-stand for the first time.

Sony's PVP shooter Concord may not be the biggest flop of the year after all. Despite very ambitious goals, Unknown 9: Awakening got off to a disastrous start and is being completely torn apart by players - it is being criticized not only for its outdated graphics and heaps of technical problems, but also for its "woke" implementation. The player numbers on Steam have hit rock bottom.

The Anniversary Update will arrive alongside The Lake House DLC on October 22. The update promises several QoL features, such as quick turn, QTE auto-completion and more.

AMD has officially confirmed the Ryzen 7 9800X3D will be available to purchase in early November. Its non-X3D counterparts also get a limited-time discount of up to $50.

It seems that the next generation of x86-based gaming handhelds is almost upon us. While details are scant for now, AYANEO has teased that the AYANEO 3 will represent a 'new era of handheld devices' that could well be based on AMD Strix Point or Intel Lunar Lake processors.

Another version of the Galaxy Z Flip6 will debut soon, according to a new leak. The clamshell foldable Android smartphone is slated to get the same premium paint-job as its predecessors, although the hardware upgrades that usually go with it seem less easy to spot this year. Nevertheless, it is reportedly destined for very limited availability.

The action roguelike game has just received a new DLC featuring new characters, enemies and music that gamers familiar with the Castlevania franchise will certainly have heard of.

Leaks suggest Apple's iPhone SE 4 may get a major redesign. It could potentially feature a larger 6.1-inch notched display with Face ID, a USB-C port, and an aesthetic similar to the iPhone 14.

The Decathlon Rockrider E-ACTV 500 HF electric bike is now available in European countries. The high-frame model offers a mid-mounted Yamaha motor with various assistance modes alongside Suntour suspension and off-road tires. Plus, the smart e-bike can connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth for various controls and journey statistics.

TCL is launching a new high-resolution monitor with the mini-LED technology. It promises a particularly impressive image quality with a wide contrast range and also features RGB lighting and USB Type-C.

Casio is upgrading its popular AE-1200WH series with the new AE-1200WHL-5AV model, featuring a genuine leather band. The watch retains its world time, 10-year battery life, and 100-meter water resistance from the original model.

Anker is now offering new wireless open-ear headphones Soundcore AeroFit 2. These are particularly suitable for use during sports and come with a fairly large driver.

The MSI Thin GF63 gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch IPS display is currently back down to its lowest price ever. While you won't find any high-end features on the notebook, the Thin GF63 is a solid gaming machine at the discounted price thanks to the RTX 4050 and the Core i5-13420H.

The latest gaming handheld from AYN will be available later this week. In the meantime, the company has confirmed full specifications for the Odin2 Portal, which will feature a 7-inch OLED display unlike many other competing Android gaming handhelds.

The Switch online playtest is scheduled from October 23, 2024, to November 5, 2024. Nintendo did not make players sign an NDA but requested that users not share any details online.

With an innovative RGB ring light, the brand new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, and a 6,150 mAh battery with 120-watt fast charging, the iQOO 13 is set to receive a whole host of upgrades. Photos and teaser images confirm many of the expected upgrades in advance.

Xiaomi has upgraded its gaming monitor portfolio with two new 27-inch options. Both based around the same 180 Hz and 1440p panel, the pair differ in a key area while hitting an affordable price point.

With 0% APR financing for the current Model Y, Tesla is clearing up inventory and spearheading sales in the last quarter of the year to make room for the Juniper facelift.

Originally rumored to be the mythical Galaxy Z Fold6 Ultra, Samsung has now debuted an even more premium version of the Galaxy Z Fold6 in Korea. The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is thinner, wider, pricier than the standard Z Fold6, and also features some spec upgrades.

An upcoming Vivo smartphone recently certified in China reveals a pretty large battery in a slim body. This hints at an improvement of Vivo's battery technology which allows for batteries with a higher energy density than standard batteries.

The Nintendo Wii U can die due to memory corruption in storage. The issue stems from the eMMC chips that can get corrupted if the system sits without power for too long.

Sonos is reportedly planning a new pair of premium headphones positioned to turn things around since the Ace hasn't done well. It is also considering reducing the price of the Ace headphones to make it more competitive.

The OnePlus 13 now has an official launch date. This new flagship phone will launch in China on October 31, after the Snapdragon 8 Elite is announced. Besides this, the company has also confirmed three color options for the phone.

The last few hours and days have seen the leak of a number of new images and tidbits of information for Samsung fans who are already eagerly awaiting the Unpacked Event for the Galaxy S24 successors, which will take place in less than three months. How the three Samsung camera flagships will feel can already be simulated using dummies and accessories.

With Venom: The Last Dance approaching its theatrical release, HMD has announced a collaboration with the highly anticipated third installment in the franchise. The company’s recently shared teaser suggests something special for the HMD Fusion smartphone.

A renowned analyst has offered new insights into three of Apple's next-generation iPhones. Allegedly, while Apple is plotting to deliver camera upgrades to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, only one will receive a slimmer Dynamic Island. By contrast, the so-called iPhone 17 Air is set to miss out on all these hardware improvements.

Specs-wise, the AMD Ryzen 9 9800X3D will remain largely identical to its predecessor, with the same amount of 3D V-cache and TDP. However, it is tipped to get a significant base block speed boost.

China unveils world's largest floating wind turbine: a 20-megawatt giant with a 260-meter rotor diameter. This breakthrough in renewable energy can power 37,000 homes annually, save 25,000 tons of coal, and reduce CO2 emissions by 62,000 tons per year.

Samsung is preparing to launch a new foldable tomorrow, which is widely expected to surpass the existing Galaxy Z Fold6 in many areas. Now, not only has the Galaxy Z Fold6 Special Edition been pictured ahead of its official launch, but a reliable leaker has also made a substantial claim about the device's camera capabilities.

Xiaomi is expected to announce the Redmi K80 series after the Snapdragon 8 Elite is official. Although the company hasn't shared details about the lineup yet, Digital Chat Station hints that the base model may feature an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner.

Intel's Arrow Lake-H lineup will come with a total of 5 CPU models with one Core Ultra 9, two Core Ultra 7 and two Core Ultra 5 SKUs. Each SKU comes with a mix of Lion Cove, Skymont and Crestmont CPU cores.