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Various leaks have revealed 18 models across the Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Solar and Fenix E smartwatches, which are expected to launch this August. Multiple display types and sizes and different bezel and lens materials are on offer. Plus, details of several colorways and additional straps have been leaked.

Described as "a new app that makes it easier for you to discover and install many of our best Google services," Google Essentials will hit HP brands first, including Envy, Pavilion, Spectre, and Victus. The suite will include Google Play Games and will allow the user to easily switch between a laptop and a smartphone.

The RTX 4070-equipped configuration of the 16-inch Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 9 is currently on sale with a big discount as a coupon code on eBay grants an additional 20% discount on the already marked down Core i7 gaming laptop.

The SJGAM M21 is now available through multiple resellers. Unashamedly a copycat of the Game Console R36S and the Powkiddy RGB20S, the SJGAM M21 has a saving grace in the form of a mini HDMI port. Not only that, but the SJGAM M21 is also available for as little as $30 worldwide.

Xiaomi is reportedly working on a buttonless phone codenamed Zhuque that will launch in 2025. It is said to feature a flagship SoC and have an under-display selfie camera, much like the recently launched RedMagic 9S Pro.

Zero Zero Robotics touts its HOVERAir drones as a potentially superior alternative to action cameras on selfie sticks, not least due to their pocket-friendly design. The series' first-ever 8K-capable variant is now available via a crowdfunding campaign that has already far exceeded its goal despite having only just launched.

Apple has confirmed its next event will be called “It's Glowtime”. It will take place on September 9 at 10:00 PT. The company is expected to reveal its new iPhone 16 lineup, a new Apple Watch and new AirPods.

A reliable leaker has revealed countless details about one of Garmin's forthcoming Fenix smartwatches. Although plenty has been said lately about the Fenix 8 series, it has also created the more affordable Fenix E that is rumoured to launch in a single 47 mm size.

There have been plenty of Garmin Fenix 8-related leaks recently. Now, the full English press release has emerged online, likely less than a day before the new smartwatch's official introduction.

According to a new report, Garmin intends to offer the Fenix 8 series in multiple model derivations. Supposedly arriving tomorrow, the Fenix 8 series will be available in 43 mm, 47 mm and 51 mm sizes, unless one opts for the Fenix 8 Solar Sapphire GPS with solar charging and Memory in Pixel (MIP) displays.

A near-full spec sheet for one of Garmin's next smartwatches has surfaced online. Reportedly arriving tomorrow, the Garmin Enduro 3 is rumoured to cost $899.99 with a 51 mm case size and up to 90 days of battery life.

A new leak says Xiaomi could finally break into the smartphone SoC market next year. It will be manufactured on TSMC's N4P node and perform on par with the nearly three-generations-old Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

Volkswagen has announced that owners of new cars like those of the ID.7 series will have a new way to pass the time while charging soon. Their software is about to upgrade to support AirConsole, a wireless system that can turn devices like smartphones into controllers for games on infotainment systems.

Movano is relaunching the Evie smart ring this September. The product started to ship to customers in January but was quickly pulled due to customer complaints and stock issues. The company says it has worked to improve the wearable's hardware and will provide new and improved features with the refreshed model.

MIT engineers have developed an ultra-tiny, self-powered battery that could revolutionize the field of miniature robots. This zinc-air battery, just the size of a human hair, generates power by oxidizing zinc using oxygen from the air, providing up to 1 volt of electricity.

A new leak says Nvidia's could lower the maximum power on its next-gen GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU. Instead of 140 Watts, it will now be limited to 115 Watts and launch with GDDR7 memory.

Xiaomi has revealed the new Mijia Washing Machine Super Clean 10kg for the Chinese market. The latest model offers a one-touch smart washing feature and a quick start function. Plus, the company indicates that this machine saves water and energy compared to older models.

Roborock has launched the P20 Pro robot vacuum series in China, with two models now available to pre-order. The robot has an exceptionally higher suction power compared to current global models. Plus, there are enhanced anti-tangle brushes, a new climbing ability and improved carpet cleaning.

The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 are now available in countries globally. The latest model features various upgrades from its predecessor, including a higher brightness level, more scene modes, and Matter compatibility. Plus, the company is offering a 33% discount on the new products in some countries.

As a test on the YouTube channel TechDroider showed, the temperature management of the new Google flagships works very well. In terms of battery life, however, they cannot keep up with the competition from Samsung and Apple.

Samsung's top-spec Galaxy S24 FE model could get a surprise memory upgrade. An X leaker says it could launch with up to 12 GB of RAM.

Anbernic has now opened pre-orders for the RG40XX V, a 4-inch gaming handheld that builds on last month's RG40XX H release. Available worldwide for under $60, the Anbernic RG40XX V comes in three colour options and a design that builds on classic Nintendo Game Boy handhelds.

The myth that LFP batteries like the one in the RWD Tesla Model 3 can be charged to 100% at all times without worries has been shattered by a new study.

Extreme ultraviolet light enables the production of 7 nm chips and even smaller circuits. However, the power requirements are enormous, and the high-performance technology is expensive. At least until now.

Although Paint 3D will soon be dead and gone, it looks like the ancient Windows Control Panel will gain "walking dead" status. After over a decade of rumors and official statements regarding the deprecation of the Control Panel, now it seems that Microsoft is not going to take it out of the picture for good too soon.

Thanks to a new coupon code, Mini PC buyers can take advantage of a big discount on the GEEKOM GT13 Pro with the Intel Core i7-13620H with 32GB dual-channel memory as well as a 1TB SSD.

The Lenovo Legion Go has just received a host of accessories that aim to enhance the gaming handheld experience. Among them is a connector for the controllers, which converts the TruStrike joycons into one single, chargeable controller.

Lenovo has introduced two new monitors, the Legion R27qc-30 and Legion R32qc-30. Both have a 1500 R curved QHD VA panel, 180 Hz refresh rate, two HDMI 2.1 and one DP 1.4 ports. They go on sale later this year starting at $270.

The Find X8 Ultra is now thought to become the first OPPO flagship smartphone to launch compatible with the OEM's upcoming range of magnetic accessories. Some might be intended to aid its gaming performance, whereas others might be designed to enhance the X8 Ultra's allegedly advanced, Hasselblad-branded rear camera performance. Then again, their most obvious use-case might be left out.

Google has only just released the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Nonetheless, the first footage showing the Pixel 9a has now emerged online. Not only does the new leak contradict previous expectations about the state of the Pixel A series, but it also reveals that a full redesign could be on the cards.

Retroid has now shared more details about the Pocket Mini, its future rival to the likes of the Anbernic RG40XX H. Not only has the company confirmed more device specifications, but it has also revealed that the OLED display-wielding gaming handheld will be available in multiple colour options at launch.

RedMagic has confirmed that a new version of its Android tablet is on the way. The device is projected to land as a premium slate with high-performance, Snapdragon Elite Gaming-ready specs. It can be reserved in the brand's native China with at least 1 on-trend screen size option from now.

Researchers at Peking University have developed the world's first tensor processing unit (TPU) using carbon nanotube transistors, a remarkable achievement in the quest for energy-saving AI hardware. This innovative TPU, boasts high efficiency and low power consumption, showcasing the potential of carbon nanotube technology to revolutionize the future of AI computing.

Cthulhu Stealer is an information-stealing malware targeting macOS users. Available as a MaaS service for $500 per month, it steals sensitive data like passwords, system info, and crypto wallet details. The malware impersonates legitimate software and uses social engineering techniques to trick users into running it.

Garmin has announced a product launch event on social media, where the Fenix 8 smartwatches are expected to be officially unveiled. In the posts, the company shared a teaser video, suggesting the products will help you track a wide range of activities, alongside a link to the virtual session.

The release of the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) option for Tesla's Cybertruck may have been delayed, but the pickup is getting an assisted parking option that has been put to the test.

The Leica Q full-frame compact camera has been equipped with a 28 mm f/1.7 Leica Summilux lens since the launch of the first generation in June 2015. Now, for the first time, Leica is developing a model with a different focal length and a high-quality APO Summicron lens.

The Open Source Media Center (OSMC) Debian-based Linux distro has just been updated with Kodi 21.1 Omega. In addition to a set of bug fixes, the new version, labeled 2024.08-1, comes with improved remote keymap messages, updated and improved translations, Vero V full range video output, and more.

Some news from a proven leaker from China is spreading like wildfire. In a Xiaomi 15 Ultra test device, major changes to the camera module of the next flagship Leica camera not only suggest a larger telephoto with a 200 MP sensor, but also new features for the main camera.

An unannounced AMD graphics card with a Navi 48 GPU has just shown up on Geekbench. Based on its specs (58 CUs, 16 GB VRAM, 2.1 GHz boost clock), it could be the Radeon RX 8800 XT.

A YouTuber has managed to run Bloodborne on the Steam Deck via an emulator. While the build is far from playable, that should change in the coming weeks once modders and ShadPS4 developers come up with a better version.

Intel's Arc 130V iGPU has shown up on Geekbench alongside the Core Ultra 5 236V. It has a boost clock of 1,850 MHz, 56 compute units and scores 19,889 points in OpenCL.

Paralyzed Ivan Vargas has become the first person on East Coast to receive the $91,032 Ekso Indego Personal exoskeleton under a revised Medicare 2024 ruling. Medicare now classifies exoskeletons in the braces category, allowing these devices to be prescribed to qualifying patients for home use.

Tom Henderson, the person who leaked the PlayStation Portal and PlayStation 5 Pro, says Sony's interest in handheld consoles has been reignited thanks to stellar Portal sales. This suggests a successor could be lined up before the rumoured 2026-bound PS Vita 2 launches.

A new Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Geekbench listing has surfaced online. It scores 2,915 and 11,448, putting it ahead of AMD's top-spec Strix Point SKU. Intel will unveil it, and other Lunar Lake SKUs, in early September.

For The Record has expanded the FTR RealTime AI software capabilities for recording and transcribing court proceedings. RealTime provides all participants instant access to court transcriptions, although not official ones, synchronized to audio/video recordings. All parties can quickly clarify issues and defendants get records for defense when court reporters are not available.

More details of the new Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch have emerged. Various rumors about the battery life, display size and type of the upcoming wearable appear to have been confirmed. Plus, there is new information on solar charging technology, sensor protection and diving features.

According to new reports, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra could find itself with a comparatively short shelf life. Not only do leakers now expect the Xiaomi 15 Ultra to debut much sooner, but they have also offered details about its rumoured 200 MP camera sensor.

A controller from a never-released console jointly made by Sony and Nintendo has been sold at an auction. The controller is almost identical to the SNES controller, save for the Sony and PlayStation logo on the front.

The Anker Charging Station (8-in-1, 20W) has been released in the US. The accessory has many features to keep it compact, such as pop-up AC outlets, a slim plug and a flat cable. There are a total of eight outputs, including four ACs, two USB-A and two USB-C.