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Google's launch event is almost upon us, having been scheduled for August 13. Now, the reputed Pixel Watch 3 or Pixel Watch 3 XL has been spotted sitting next to Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds and a bunch of Pixel 9 series smartphones.

Garmin has begun offering a new update for the Fenix 7 series and its siblings, like the Enduro 2 and Quatix 7. Available exclusively through its Beta Program for now, the update is said to address bugs that could cause system crashes if otherwise left unchecked.

MagicX has finally started selling the XU Mini M, its alternative to both the Anbernic RG28XX and Miyoo Mini A30. Available worldwide for under $50, the MagicX XU Mini M has a 2.8-inch display, a reasonably powerful chipset and hall effect joysticks, among other features.

Philips has outlined plans to release a new 27-inch gaming monitor globally. Available this summer as the Evnia 27M2C5200W, the monitor sports a modest curvature with a 280 Hz refresh rate and a 4,000:1 contrast ratio, among other features.

The VX2700-4K-PRO is ViewSonic's latest attempt at releasing a Mini LED gaming monitor. Built around a 27-inch IPS panel, the ViewSonic VX2700-4K-PRO is said to deliver up to 500 nits peak brightness in SDR mode, which rises to 1,000 nits with HDR mode activated.

A typically reliable leaker has lifted the lid on how much Google intends to sell the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for when the earbuds land next month. The same leaker has also revealed what they believe are the earbuds' launch colour names, which differ from those Google is said to have assigned to its forthcoming Pixel 9 series smartphones.

The ASRock X600TM-ITX has launched as the first Thin Mini-ITX motherboard with an AM5 socket. This means the board has support for the upcoming AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. Another interesting aspect about it is that it has onboard power supply support.

The clinical trial for BiVACOR's innovative artificial heart has reached a stage in which it is being tested in human patients. The synthetic vital organ replacement, which incorporates magnetic levitation (or MAGLEV) technology to keep a user's blood pumping, has been successfully implanted at a Texas research center.

Leaked screenshots of Samsung's One UI 7.0 give us a glimpse of the major UI overhaul coming to Galaxy devices. The images reveal a shift towards more round visual elements, alongside a potential separation of quick settings and notification panels. Additionally, the update may bring cross-device video call capabilities to eligible Galaxy phones and tablets.

The Shargeek 140 is the latest in Sharge's line of power banks uniquely styled to put their internal components on show. The crowdfunding darling is now available as a retail unit, with the same high-capacity batteries and 100W USB-C port. It can be ordered for less than $90 in conjunction with the brand's Summer Sale right now.

Codenamed "Wilma" and to be supported until 2029, Linux Mint 22 comes with multiple software updates, including the Linux kernel 6.8, themes with GTK4 support alongside multiple visual changes across the entire system, HiDPI in the boot sequence, Plymouth, and Slick-Greeter. Hexchat has been replaced with the Matrix chat network.

The viral trend of wrapping Supercharger guns in wet towels, presumably to increase their charging rate, has now been disproved by Tesla, and it warns against the practice.

BioLite has just upgraded its two portable power stations. The BaseCharge 1500+ and BaseCharge 600+ recharge up to 4 times faster than before, from both solar panels and power outlets. Both models also get a significant price drop, now costing $1299 and $599 respectively.

The AGON PRO AG256FS is finally almost here, having been showcased earlier this year. Not only has AOC now provided a specific release date, but it has also revealed launch pricing across the UK and the Eurozone.

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 5 9600X has been tested in Cinebench R23. It outperforms the Ryzen 5 7600X by up to 17% and the Core i5-14600K by 8%.

The AGON PRO AG246FK is one of several monitors that AOC has announced recently. It is also the fastest thanks to a 540 Hz refresh rate, which it complements with low response times, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and a four-port USB hub, among other features.

GEEKOM has announced that a Tecno x GEEKOM branded version of the Mega Mini G1 mini PC will make its debut at IFA 2024. Thanks to a unique design, the Mega Mini G1 looks quite like nothing else on the market. This mini PC sports a Raptor Lake-H Core i9 paired with up to 64 GB of memory, along with an RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, allowing for respectable performance.

Xiaomi has lifted the lid on the POCO M6 Plus 5G, its next POCO M6 series smartphone after the releases of the POCO M6 4G, POCO M6 5G, POCO M6 Pro and POCO M6 Pro 5G earlier this year. Allegedly a re-branded Redmi Note 13R, the POCO M6 Plus 5G will sport a 108 MP primary camera with an f/1.75 aperture, among other features.

Xiaomi's next budget tablet is almost upon us, having been confirmed for a July 29 release. In the meantime, a leaker has obtained access to what they describe as 'complete and final' specs for the device, which Xiaomi is expected to market as either the Redmi Pad SE 4G or Redmi Pad SE 8.7.

Besides selling phones and accessories, Huawei also has laptops in its portfolio. However, even its latest releases aren't catered for gamers. Well, it seems that's about to change as an unannounced Huawei-branded gaming laptop has been spotted at the ChinaJoy 2024 expo. It's speculated to be called MateBook GT 14.

A new leak has confirmed Google plans to support the Pixel 9 series for a long time. It also shows off some Google AI features such as Add Me and Pixel Screenshot.

Anker is expected to launch the Prime 8-in-1 Charging Station (240W) this August. The device was first rumored earlier this year when several images and details of the accessory’s features leaked. However, the upcoming device appears to have one drawback compared to similar models.

Recent rumors, including a very recent report from TrendForce, have indicated that Apple is considering switching to QLC storage for its 1TB iPhone models, potentially even paving the way for 2TB iPhones. While this is an absolute win in terms of capacity, QLC storage suffers from poorer performance and longevity compared to TLC, which may hamper the user experience.

Samsung has been shipping its solid-state battery with high energy density to electric vehicle makers, but warns that it will first land in more expensive models. It is also ready to deliver other promising battery technologies.

A new 2-in-1 device from Anker is said to be launching soon: the Prime Fusion Power Bank 9.6K. The accessory can function as a wall charger or a portable power bank. Features of the upcoming product include dual USB-C outputs, an integrated digital display and a lanyard cable clip.

Anker is said to be about to launch a new Prime 3-Port 100W Wall Charger. The device was first seen in an image for another product earlier this year. Now, further information and a picture of the accessory appear to have leaked on Reddit, suggesting it will use various technologies.

Samsung's upcoming mid-range SoC, the Exynos 1580, has shown up on Geekbench. It performs 17% faster than the Exynos 1480 in single-core performance and 9% faster in multi-core.

Google will offer its upcoming earbuds in four colour variants, Charcoal, Porcelain, Aloe and Hot Pink. It will keep its predecessor's design and arrive alongside the Pixel 9 series on August 8.

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider update has added the ability to manage files on your Android phone through File Explorer. This will eliminate the need to connect your smartphone to your PC through a USB cable for storage management.

Edifier is now offering new and completely wireless headphones. These feature a unique design and are worn over the ear instead of being inserted into the ear canal. IP certification is available.

A new leak says Xiaomi plans to increase the battery capacity massively in one of its upcoming flagships. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will come with one of the largest batteries found on a high-end smartphone and offer fast charging capabilities to go with it.

Based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and available in no less than ten editions, Ubuntu Pack 24.04 is now out. This distro comes with a universal VLC player, a comprehensive set of media codecs, and support for running Windows apps. The list of preinstalled apps includes Inkscape, XnView, Peazip, Firefox, Veracrypt, and more.

Epic Games is introducing the Epic Games Store on both iOS and Android within the European Union. The store will offer developers more favorable terms compared to traditional app stores, including a lower 12% store fee. Fortnite will also return to the iOS App Store in the EU. To further challenge app store monopolies, Epic plans to distribute its games on other third-party mobile stores.

Wooting argues that its SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) feature only levels the playing field after Razer popularised its Snap Tap implementation. A large swathe of the gaming community and some developers, however, considers the feature a game-breaking cheat that should be banned from competitive play.

Meta has unveiled its biggest, smartest, most-neutered Llama 3.1 405B AI for royalty-free use. The 750 GB, 405 billion parameter large language model (LLM) is one of the biggest ever released and performs competitively with flagship competitors Anthropic Claude 3.5 Sonnet and OpenAI GPT-4o.

The first retailers are selling the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 outside China. Available before Xiaomi confirms whether it will release its Honor Magic V3 and Vivo X Fold3 Pro rival globally, the MIX Fold 4 is also considerably hundred dollars cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 despite its thinner and lighter hardware.

The Redmi K70 Extreme Edition is expected to be available worldwide later this year as the Xiaomi 14T Pro. In the meantime, it is already possible to pick up the former for under $450, despite hardware like a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus chipset, a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a large battery capacity.

Philips Hue has released an update for its app, version 5.22. The release, available for iOS and Android, brings features for several smart cameras and motion sensors, including an AI tool, though this is only available for some users. This new software follows another release in mid-July with a broader range of features.

Anker is said to be about to launch a new Prime 6-port 250W desktop charger in the US. The model offers various USB-C and USB-A ports, with a maximum output of 250W and up to 140W from a single USB-C. This upcoming accessory appears to offer multiple power distribution modes, making it different from other products from the brand.

A new iPhone accessory from Anker appears to be on the way: a MagGo SD card reader. The USB-C device seems to offer two slots hidden underneath a case. The accessory is designed to attach to the back of your iPhone magnetically while simultaneously connecting via a built-in USB-C cable.

OpenAI has unveiled SearchGPT, a new search prototype combining AI with real-time web data. It offers conversational search, providing direct answers with clear source attribution. The platform places high emphasis on user experience and publisher collaboration. While currently in beta, users can sign up using the waitlist on the official website to test SearchGPT out.

The Anker MagGo Magnetic Case with Stand (2-in-1, 360° Silicone Ring) is now available via Amazon in countries including the US, the UK and the EU. There are variants for several iPhone 13, iPhone 14, and iPhone 15 models and multiple colorways, each offering two silicone rings to act as a stand or a grip.

Visual effects studios report widespread instability with Intel's Core i9 processors, leading to a shift towards AMD's offerings. ModelFarm experiences a 50% failure rate with Intel CPUs, prompting the deployment of unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 9950X chips. Intel acknowledges the issue and plans a microcode update, but the full impact on the industry remains to be seen.

Xiaomi 14T series is yet to be announced, but the 14T Pro has already been spotted on Geekbench. According to the benchmark run, the phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, a recently released flagship SoC.

Epic Games has once again been beaten to announcing its next game giveaway. While the company has now done so, @billbil_kun correctly revealed which title will be available for free soon.

Apple's iPhone 18 series, set for launch in 2026, will reportedly gain a new camera sensor supplier - Samsung. A 48 MP ultra-wide sensor is also reported to be in development, which would be a significant improvement over the 12 MP ultra-wide sensor found in current iPhones.

Tesla says that it has managed a dramatic increase in 4680 battery production, possibly saving the project from potential cancellation. The controversial Cybertruck is currently Tesla's only EV that runs on 4680 cells, but a successful 4680 production ramp could mean cheaper Model Y and Model 3 EVs down the line.

Samsung's Galaxy Buds3 Pro design update has apparently backfired on the company with reports of generationally reduced build quality thus far. However, the new flagship wireless earphones' switch to an Apple AirPod-like design has a point, according to a popular YouTuber. It may make it easier for a Buds 3 Pro user to remove and replace some (but not all) important components.

An ambitious project is aiming to finally release SEGA's infamous cancelled Genesis 32X console. Currently being developed as the GF-1 Neptune, the console will use an FPGA chip to emulate Mega Drive/Genesis and 32X cartridges while also providing support for SEGA CD titles.

Earlier this month, Weibo tipster Golden Pig Upgrade reported that AMD would launch a new Hawk Point APU, the Ryzen 7 8745H. As Strix Point is already official now, this seemed like a rather strange move. But it turns out that the tipster was correct, and the processor has now made its first official debut in a Chinese Lenovo laptop.