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EmuDeck has announced its first hardware, which it is already selling through Indiegogo. Available in two variants, the EmuDeck Machines project takes design inspiration from the Dreamcast and aims to simplify the home retro gaming experience.

As of the iOS 18.1 beta 3, iPhone users outside of the US can access Apple Intelligence features, as long as they jump through a few small hoops to get them. Users in China and the EU are still left in the cold, however, and users will still need to change their keyboard and Siri language to US English.

Sony's Bravia Theater Bar 8 sports a total of 11 speakers, Dolby Atmos support as well as HDMI 2.1, Spotify and Apple AirPlay compatibility and some more advanced features such as 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.

Prior to the launch of its ultra-slim Magic V3 foldable phone, Honor has put out a tongue-in-cheek jab at Samsung, in the form of a 166-word ‘apology’ to owners of the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The message is engraved on a microscopic scale on the side of the Magic V3 by British micro-artist Graham Short. The engraving is only done as a one-off on an internal unit, and will not appear on production units.

Recent research uncovers covert biases in AI language models, particularly against African American English (AAE). These models continue to associate AAE with negative stereotypes, possibly influencing future decisions in employment and criminal justice. The study uses "matched guise probing" for proof of concept.

The RedMagic Gaming Pad will be fully unveiled on September 5, and it will be featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version. It has just surfaced on the AnTuTu benchmarking tool, and the gaming tablet has scored much higher than most of the current flagship smartphones.

AOC has released the AGON Pro AG326UD, a new 32-inch gaming monitor based around a lesser-known QD-OLED panel. Available for €849 and £739.99 in Europe and the UK, respectively, the AOC AGON Pro AG326UD lines directly up against Gigabyte's AORUS FO32U and MSI's MAG 321UP.

The AGON PRO AG276QZD2 has now reached Europe and the UK following the monitor's introduction last month in the US. Undercutting some of its competitors, AOC's new monitor combines a 1440p resolution with a 240 Hz refresh rate across a 27-inch panel at mid-range launch pricing.

Motorola has now officially unveiled the Edge 50 Neo, the fifth member of the Edge 50 series. Arriving first in the Eurozone and the UK, the Edge 50 Neo is underpinned by an LTPO pOLED display, a battery that supports wireless and 68 W wired charging, plus a version of the chipset that powers one of Motorola's latest foldables.

ETA Prime has compared the Radeon 880M of Ryzen AI 9 365 and the Radeon 780M of Ryzen Z1 in a handheld simulation. At 17W TDP, there is a noticeable difference between the two, which means you can get better gaming performance without putting a toll on the battery.

The Dexcom G7’s Direct to Watch feature is rolling out to more customers. The tool allows users of the continuous glucose monitoring system to view blood sugar measurements on their Apple Watch. The feature was launched earlier this year to customers in the US and is now available in 14 countries.

Vivo's next generation of top-shelf Android smartphones have started to gain certifications on China's official 3C database, starting with what might be the vanilla X200 variant. It is said to have a much larger battery compared to its predecessor - however, it seems that the trade-off for that upgrade has just been confirmed.

Defended by Elon Musk and feared by the executives of iconic tech companies such as Google, OpenAI, and Meta, California’s antagonistic AI safety bill, SB 1047, is now just one step away from reshaping the tech landscape. After passing the state legislature, the bill is now waiting for Gavin Newsom's decision.

While Oppo hasn't announced a new foldable smartphone this year, a company executive has shown off a render of a triple folding device. It remains to be seen if this will become a commercially available product or if it will remain a concept like the Oppo X 2021 rollable phone.

GoPro is likely still a few days away from officially unveiling its next action cameras. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has shared more details about the GoPro Hero 13 Black, which appears set to be another re-run of the Hero 12 Black in many areas.

GMKtec's recently introduced NucBox M7 and NucBox M7 Pro mini PCs pack beefy last-gen AMD internals. Although the lack of an internal discrete GPU may turn off potential gaming-enthusiast customers, the inclusion an OCuLink port for fast eGPU connections is appreciated. With up to 96 GB of DDR5 memory and 4 TB of flash storage, the NucBox M7 lineup is surely a potent inclusion to GMKtec's family of mini PCs.

[Update: The update does not seem to add anything of value for Zen 2 and OG Zen users.] Windows 11 update KB5041587 is now live as an optional update for all Windows 11 users. Along with a number of small optimizations and fixes, this update brings a small boost for newer AMD Zen machines.

Corsair has joined ASUS, MSI and others in releasing a 34-inch gaming monitor based on a 1440p and 240 Hz QD-OLED panel from Samsung Display. While MSI's equivalent has now dropped below $800, Corsair has positioned its alternative at almost $1,200.

Apple is tipped to introduce a whole new color for iPhones with the launch of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. A prominent tech YouTuber claims to be able to present this potentially polarizing shade in advance. It is joined by what might be all five different color versions of the vanilla iPhone 16 in this new leak.

The Mova E30 Ultra robot vacuum and mop has been announced. The company, a Dreame sub-brand, will show its new model at IFA 2024. Features include up to 7,000 Pa suction power, RoboSwing arms and a self-cleaning docking station. Plus, its RRP is lower than that of similar competitor models.

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is increasingly widely regarded as the closest equivalent to the iPhone 15 Pro Max among Android smartphones. It also seems more durable than its predecessor already. However, Google may not have made the new device any more reparable than its Apple counterpart, according to some popular online teardown enthusiasts.

Tecno showcased a unique gaming mini PC at MWC 2024, featuring a water cooler. Geekom has now partnered with the company to bring the gaming mini PC to the masses. Featuring the Nvidia RTX 4060 laptop GPU and up to an Intel Core i9 13900H, the Megamini G1 will be available on Kickstarter from September 3.

The optional KB5041587 update for Windows 11 PCs allows users to send files to Android devices via Windows Share and also features an improved Scan mode, as well as some changes in the Widgets Board for the EEA region. A few bugs are also ironed out, but the recent dual-boot issue remains unresolved for now.

The miniLED touchscreen is this model's most impressive spec, as it features a 3200 x 2000 panel with 1200 nit brightness, 165 Hz refresh and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. Also worth mentioning are the 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, Thunderbolt 4 port, 5 MP webcam and full-size SD card reader.

The DJI Neo is now official, although the company is not ready to release the drone just yet. Instead, DJI has set a date for when it will unveil its next drone, which is likely also the date when it will go on sale.

The Zebronics PixaPlay 54 LED projector has arrived as a new entry-level model for the Indian market. While the device is advertised as supporting 1080p, its native resolution is lower than this. Other features include an adjustable stand, automatic keystone correction and support for screen casting.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop with a 16-inch 165 Hz display, a 120 W RTX 4070 laptop GPU, and a Core i7-13620H is now back on sale at a considerable 25% discount. As evident by the machine's buyer rating of 4.6/5 at Best Buy, the ROG Zephyrus G16 is a solid option not only for gamers but also for anyone looking for a multimedia device with an expansive screen.

A new beta update, version 11.14, has arrived for three Garmin smartwatch models. The changelog lists a couple of improvements for the wearable. However, there is some confusion about whether the release brings any truly new enhancements to the smartwatches.

FriendlyElec has released a new NanoPi single-board computer (SBC) for well under $50. Starting at just $30, the NanoPi R3S combines a Rockchip RK3566 chipset with 2 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, among other features.

Retroid has shared more details about the Pocket 5, one of its upcoming retro gaming handhelds. While the company has taken a break from teasing the 3.7-inch Pocket Mini, it has now confirmed its Pocket 4 and Pocket 4 Pro successor will arrive with an AMOLED display that not only spans 5.5-inches across but also offers a 1080p native resolution.

Anker has launched the Nebula Cosmos 4K SE projector in the US. The new model is cheaper than its predecessor, the Cosmos 4K. There are several differences between the two versions, such as the light source and peak brightness level, the OS, and other features.

The Anker Nebula Capsule Air is now available. The company claims it is the smallest Google TV (GTV) Projector on the market, around the same size as a soda can. Features of the portable model include up to two hours of runtime, autofocus and various accessories like a Power Bank Tripod.

Samsung could be mere days away from releasing its next foldable smartphone. In the meantime, an infamous leaker has prompted that the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition could depart from the Galaxy Z Fold6 in a key camera-related area.

The LG ThinQ ON has been revealed as the brand’s first smart home hub. The company claims its model uses industry-first generative AI for natural language voice commands and intelligent home optimization. Other features include Matter compatibility, LED lights and manual control buttons.

The Broken Silicon podcasts got their hands on the PS5 Pro devkit, which is said to have 2TB of storage and use the same power connector as the base model. This gives us hope that the PlayStation 5 Pro will run just as quietly and cool as the base model.

A Cybertruck has been filmed driving around Dallas with a working washing machine in the truck's bed, powered by one of the electric pickup's external outlets.

The successor of Xiaomi HyperOS, the company's new Android skin, is expected to bring Android 15 to compatible phones. As for when HyperOS 2.0 will be available, a leaked image on Coolapk, a popular Chinese social media, suggests October 10.

According to reports, Sony is less than a month away from officially presenting the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro). In the meantime, a reliable leaker has shared a first look at the PS5 Pro's design, in which a few differences from the current PS5 and PS5 Slim can be seen.

Realme has expanded the Realme 13 family with two new 5G models. The Realme 13 5G and Realme 13+ 5G have been announced in India with MediaTek chips, water and dust resistance, and fast charging technology.

The Epic Games Store has now updated its free game of the week program. This time, the storefront is offering four games worth almost $50 that can be downloaded worldwide.

With the Freedo, Dangbei is launching its first portable projector with an integrated battery and a particularly flexible tripod, making home cinema possible indoors and outdoors.

Hisense has announced the A85N OLED TVs, which are launching soon. The new models, offered in 55-inch and 65-inch sizes, support Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+. Other listed features include software to reduce the effect of pixel burn-in, built-in speakers and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium.

As a direct consequence of the multiple requests coming from the game's fans, Diablo IV will get customizable loadouts and waypoints starting with the Vessel of Hatred expansion. The launch is set for October 8, and only setting favorite waypoints has been confirmed by Blizzard to arrive then, so loadouts might arrive later.

The MSI Katana 17 B13VFK-835US is powered by the Intel Core i7-13620H and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 8 GB GPU, making it an excellent mid-range gaming powerhouse, and thanks to a limited-time sale, it's at its lowest-ever price on Amazon.

Honor will introduce the Magic V3 smartphone to global customers at an upcoming IFA 2024 event as the world's first phone with AI Defocus technology to help prevent nearsightedness. Myopia is a growing health problem that affects up to 80% of children worldwide. AI Defocus selectively blurs the screen image to help reduce myopia progression due to long hours of phone use.

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 will largely keep its predecessor's design, complete with Thunderbolt and HDMI ports on the side. The real changes will arrive via its Lunar Lake CPU, on-package LPDDR5 memory and Arc iGPU.

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed some new information about Apple's top-spec iPhone 17 Pro Max. It will be the only one of its lot to offer 12 GB of RAM and a superior cooling mechanism.

French authorities have charged Telegram CEO Pavel Durov with facilitating the distribution of child sexual abuse content on the platform (and more). Arrested near Paris, Durov - a resident of Russia, France, the UAE, the states of Saint Kitts and Nevis - is now facing restrictions on leaving France.

A bunch of new leaks from multiple sources have revealed some more information about AMD's next-gen Radeon RX 8000 series graphics cards.

It looks like the upcoming Fujifilm X-M5 will launch later this year as a cut-back Fujifilm X-S20 with the styling and film simulation from the recent Fujifilm X-T50 thrown into the mix. It's also been suggested that the X-M5 will be more affordable than anything in Fujifilm's current camera line-up.