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Garmin has started rolling out a new stable update to all of its recent Forerunner smartwatches, including the recent Forerunner 165. Available to download now, the new update should bring a few new bug fixes to the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 as well, including one that should prevent a crash when starting a new activity.

The engineer behind the first iPhone with a USB Type-C port has returned with a series of non-destructive mods for all AirPods and AirPods Max models with Lightning ports. For as little as CHF 24.90 (~$29.11), it is now possible to add a USB Type-C port to an old pair of AirPods, or even the original AirPods Max for CHF 39.90 (~$47).

The iQOO 13 is now tipped to launch with a more refined IP68-rated build than its predecessor. It is also now once again backed to have a higher-quality display than other upcoming Android flagships, even the supposedly cutting-edge OnePlus 13. However, the latest tip also denies another potentially crucial edge over the iQOO device's competition.

Humble Bundle has brought a new selection of games that are playable on the Steam Deck. This collection, called Twin Stick 'Em Up, has seven indie titles worth $129. However, you can claim all of them for a minimum payment of $12.

The first footage showing retail DJI Air 3S units has started appearing online. Not only does the leak show DJI's new drone up close, but it also confirms launch accessories and hardware upgrades from older models.

The latest Intel Core Ultra 200 Lunar Lake APUs bring the new Arc 130V and 140V iGPUs. Based on the Xe2 architecture, the Arc 140V has proven to be a considerable leap forward over Intel's previous efforts. The iGPU has now been tested in Cyberpunk 2077 with ray tracing and XeSS enabled and the result is quite impressive.

The VoltaGo Max is a powerful power bank that not only supports wireless charging via Qi2, but can also output up to 223 watts via cable and comes with quick charging. A display is on board.

The compact Jelly Max is now available for regular pre-order. According to the manufacturer, this is the smallest 5G smartphone and is very much aimed at a niche market.

The Framework laptop can now be extended with peculiar extras via a new adapter that can be produced with a 3D printer. A laptop on wheels? A cable holder? Feet for better cooling and ergonomics? All possible with the right Lego bricks.

A new version of the Decathlon Btwin F900E Electric Family Cargo Bike has arrived in some European countries. The model can support loads of up to 184 kg with space for up to four people. Other features include a 90Nm torque motor, a color display, and 4G and GPS connectivity.

Some users of the recently released Huawei Watch GT 5, Huawei Watch GT 5 Pro, and Huawei Watch Ultimate Green Edition smartwatches will get a new feature this year. According to a recent press release, an NFC payment tool will begin to roll out to more customers later in 2024.

The Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix E and Enduro smartwatches are receiving new stable software. System version 11.68 is said to have rolled out over the air to all eligible wearables, bringing one important bug fix. This addresses an issue recently flagged by many customers which could cause the watches to shut down or freeze.

Huawei’s Mate 70 series, powered by the new price-hiked Kirin 9100 chip, is tipped to rival Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. While the Kirin lacks the power efficiency of Gen 3, insiders suggest it will offer a better overall experience than Gen 2.

Google may have inadvertently revealed a key component of the Samsung Galaxy S25. A blog post listing references Samsung mobile phones powered by a flagship MediaTek chip, tacitly suggesting the Galaxy S25 could be powered by a Dimensity 9400.

It seems that Anbernic could have yet another retro gaming handheld in development. Surprisingly, this unreleased model is said to have two displays, among other oddities.

Samsung has now officially presented the Galaxy A16 5G as the latest model in its mid-range Galaxy A series. While the new smartphone carries over some hardware from last year's Galaxy A15 5G, it does so with the promise of 6 years of OS updates until Android 20.

After updating to iOS 18 and with the VoiceOver function activated, iPhones and iPads leaked saved passwords - a serious security vulnerability that was quickly closed by Apple. Anyone who has already installed iOS 18 should now update to iOS 18.0.1 as soon as possible.

Apple is gearing up for a jam-packed launch schedule for its MacBook and iPad lineups. While the MacBook Pro and Air models are expected to feature M4-powered internals, not much is known about what Apple has in store for the refreshed iPad Air and iPad Mini lineups.

Acer has finally released the Predator Z57 across Europe and the UK. While the company has now decided to further cut the cost of its huge gaming monitor by $300 in North America, the Predator Z57 has arrived with high launch prices in Europe and the UK.

Indian phone member Lava has just announced the Agni 3 smartphone with the Dimensity 7300X processor, 5000mAh battery, curved display, stylish looks and more.

The OnePlus Open is still a capable foldable smartphone despite being nearly a year old. At its discounted price of $1,299, it makes for a compelling buy for anyone who wants a book-style foldable.

Apple is expected to launch a new MacBook Pro that will be powered by its latest M4-series of SoCs. The base variant has been making rounds on X for a while, and now a Russian YouTuber claims to have gotten their hands on it, showcasing the laptop in a new unboxing video.

Govee has released the Outdoor Laser Projector Lights in countries worldwide. The smart light can throw colorful laser patterns and Aurora effects onto a wall, fence, patio or lawn, with Halloween and Christmas themed scenes on offer . Plus, you can remotely control the Matter-compatible product via an app or voice commands.

More details about DJI's next flagship drone have emerged online. Arriving shortly after the Mavic 4 was pictured in separate leaks, it seems that DJI intends to equip its next-generation drone with a substantially larger battery than those it includes in the Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Pro.

A new leak reveals a dual-camera system with a 50MP wide-angle lens and 48MP telephoto lens on the DJI Air 3S. It is also expected to support 4K/60fps video, and offer 45 minutes of flight time. The drone further includes LiDAR-based obstacle detection and advanced flight modes like ActiveTrack 5.0.

The Govee Star Light Projector has been launched in countries globally. The smart home product uses a light source and laser to create Aurora-inspired lighting effects. Plus, the device is Matter compatible, and built-in speakers can play accompanying white noise for an even more relaxing experience.

China's state-backed JFS Laboratory has unveiled the country's first silicon photonics chip, a significant advancement that could revolutionize AI and high-performance computing. This novel technology uses lasers instead of traditional copper wires, offering increased bandwidth, reduced latency, and improved energy efficiency.

According to new reports, Apple is set to receive new thinner OLED displays from a Taiwanese panel manufacturer. Entering mass production in mid-2025, the displays are expected to be used in the rumoured iPhone 17 air.

Apple is not expected to unveil a new iPhone SE. However, a renowned analyst claims that Apple have already started receiving displays for the iPhone SE 4 while also naming which manufacturers are creating these panels.

Kärcher has revealed details of the new RCX 6 robot lawn mower, which will launch early next year. The model uses a variety of navigation technologies and does not require a boundary wire, as seen on older models. Other features include an all-wheel drive system and remote controls via the app or voice commands.

Vivo is gearing up for the launch of its flagship X200 series phones, finally taking the wraps off the official photos/renders as well as detailed specs of these expensive Android-powered products. Improvements over the previous generation are plentiful including but not limited to the cameras, processor and battery life.

Z-Pocket Game has finally started selling its SEGA Game Gear-inspired retro gaming handheld. Available as the GKD Bubble in red and black colours, the device has a 3.5-inch display, a 4,000 mAh battery and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity, among other features.

The Philips Hue apps for iOS and Android have been updated to version 5.27.0 and 5.27.1, respectively. The release brings a Do not disturb feature for some accessories and new tools for switches. Plus, certain iPhone users can now try out Philips Hue products in their home using augmented reality.

Apple is reportedly not considering joining the smart ring train anytime soon despite what earlier rumors have said. Its lineup of smartwatches are enough for now, and iPhone users who want a smart ring actually have options.

AMD's most powerful RDNA 3 GPU, the Radeon RX 7900 XTX has now dropped to less than $850 on Amazon. The RX 7900 XTX is on par with the more expensive RTX 4080 Super in rasterization. So, the reduced price has made the GPU an excellent choice for high-end PC builds.

LG Innotek is now the first player in the industry to employ an AI-based inspection system for the raw materials being used in high-value semiconductor substrates. The technology combines material information and AI-powered image processing, applying this pair to the Radio Frequency System-in-Package process.

After months of leaks pointing to the fact, Halo is now officially moving to Unreal Engine 5. Additionally, 343 Industries, the studio behind the franchise has now been renamed to "Halo Studios". Headed by Pierre Hintze, Halo Studios has announced that multiple Halo titles are currently under development.

The Sheriff's Department has launched 24/7 camera surveillance of Los Angeles with the grand opening of its first Real Time Watch Center. The Center can access public street cameras, license plate readers, and speeding cameras to identify criminals and conduct remote patrols. The center also has access to private cameras at businesses, churches, and homes if granted permission.

A new leak sheds light on some Snapdragon 8 Gen 4's key specs. Its UFS 4.0 modules are rated for read/write speeds of 4,500/4,000 MB. Contrary to earlier rumours, it will launch with LPDDR5X RAM and not LPDDR6.

Meta has unveiled Movie Gen, an AI that can create and edit videos with music and sound effects using text prompts. Meta researchers suggest its AI is state-of-the-art in its video and audio generation capabilities. The AI can animate a person from one photograph, replace any object with another, and create professional soundtracks and sound effects.

GEICO recently informed a customer with a multi-car policy that they will not renew his Cybertruck policy as it does not meet their guidelines. As a result, many cyber truck owners question the impact this will have on their policies and whether other insurers will follow suit.

An Apple M4-powered MacBook Pro has shown up on Geekbench. In the CPU tests, it performs more or less on par with its tablet version. In OpenCL, the M4's 10-core GPU offers a 25% performance uplift over the M3.

Lorex promises particularly high-res 360-degree in-home surveillance with its latest security camera, as it has 2 lenses and both are rated for 2K recording. The new pan-tilt (PT) model also has a prominent One-Touch button so that the user can immediately connect with a responsible account-holder and a "Smart" band of LEDs for notification alerts or ambient lighting.

The OPPO Find X8 is an upcoming flagship Android smartphone tipped to rival the iPhone 16 for buyers on its debut later in October 2024. Now, it has allegedly popped up in a new leak that purports to confirm a chassis updated to resemble its alleged competitors from Apple. The new photos might also highlight how thin and compact the device is supposed to be.

Intel's upcoming 'Arrow Lake-S' Core Ultra 9 285K desktop CPU boasts quite the punch in terms of single-threaded performance. Due to its lack of hyper-threading support, however, falls way back in the pack in multi-threaded scores, ending up losing not just to AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, but also its own predecessor - the Core i9-14900K.

The global variants of Xiaomi smartphones will reportedly no longer allow bootloader unlocking, as the company is said to be planning to shut down the program. It's worth noting that Xiaomi has already closed the program in China.

The Vivo X200 series will be launched on October 14 in China, and according to a Weibo tipster, the company will launch two new power banks alongside its next-gen flagship phones. Both are shown to have a built-in cable, and one will reportedly have support for 45W fast charging.

Apple's M4 SoC is quite the beast when it comes to both CPU and GPU performance, punching well above its weight class. MacBook Pro aficionados have long awaited the M4's arrival in the Mac lineup, and it seems that a launch date is finally in sight.

A OnePlus executive has confirmed the OnePlus 13 will have support for magnetic wireless charging just like the Oppo Find X8 series. It will also have some cool cases.

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 also comes with a 3K display with 165Hz and up to 400 nits. Thanks to the capable RTX 4070 and Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, the compact 14-inch gaming laptop is a noteworthy alternative to the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14.