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AMD's upcoming flagship CPU, the Ryzen 9 9950X has shown up on Geekbench alongside the 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X. Its multi-core performance is on par with last-gen Zen 4 counterparts, with a 12% improvement in single-core.

You can now play one of 2024's most hated games without having to pay for it — all thanks to Amazon Prime Gaming's free game giveaway. Rise of the Tomb Raider and Chivalry 2 are also free for Prime Video subscribers. The games will only be available for 48 hours on Prime Day.

The Miniproca is a new and unusual mini PC with an inbuilt 7-inch multipoint touch display and decent hardware specs. The touchscreen folds out at 90 degrees, allowing for a high degree of mobility: users can work just about anywhere.

Google has announced a new function for Fitbit smartwatches, which is not so much for exercise or entertainment purposes, but is a tangible health function that aims to be of benefit to patients and medical staff.

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that lets users translate messages directly within the app. This feature uses Google's live translation technology on the device itself to ensure privacy. Users will likely need to download language packs, and translation support might be limited at launch but will expand in future updates.

According to recent reports, Xiaomi is planning to deliver numerous upgrades to its Smart Band series with the Smart Band 9. While the wearable may look like the popular Smart Band 8, it should be more readable outdoors while also delivering better battery life to boot.

More evidence that Garmin is preparing to upgrade its Fenix series of smartwatches has emerged online. While the Fenix 8 will likely launch alongside the MIP display-backed Fenix E, the Fenix 8 appears set to move away from MIP displays in favour of AMOLED alternatives.

Tesla has reportedly postponed its Robotaxi event on August 8 by two months, pushing it to October. This delay raises questions about Tesla's self-driving technology and its future as an AI and tech company, especially considering their reliance on camera-only systems for autonomous driving compared to competitors.

The OnePlus Nord 4 might be a premium mid-range Android phone but its software support duration may be better than that of not just its predecessors and rivals, but also the flagship OnePlus 12. Combined with impressive specs and a great price should make it an easy recommendation.

The Watch GT has debuted as iQOO's first wearable that is an Apple Watch clone. It is rated to support AI-powered watchfaces, notifications and smart summaries on its AMOLED display. It will be released soon in China with eSIM-enabled variants that start at just over $100.

Google is roughly a month away from hosting its next hardware launch event, where it is expected to announce not just the Pixel 9 series but also the Pixel Watch 3 and a larger Pixel Watch 3 XL model. In the meantime, a typically reliable leaker has shared new specs about both of Google's next smartwatches, including battery and display details.

YouTuber Naga previously tested a modded Nintendo Switch with 8 GB of RAM, overclocked CPU, and Ubuntu with PC games. The gaming handheld performed well and was able to turn many titles at steady frames. Now, Naga has decided to push this modded console to its limit by running more demanding games than before.

The Neo9S Pro Plus (or Pro+) is now official as iQOO's latest smartphone with Qualcomm's top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. It drives a 144Hz AMOLED display equipped with a cutting-edge 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The new series flagship also boasts a custom 50MP main rear camera and the latest version of the brand's exclusive two-tone vegan leather backing.

A tentative early leak suggests that Fujifilm will soon launch another video-centric camera similar to the X-S20. A rumoured spec sheet claims a 26.1 MP sensor and 7-axis IBIS, however video specifications are a step above the Fujifilm X-S20. With no word on naming, hints in the spec sheet and release date point to a premium replacement for the affordable Fujifilm X-A7 camera.

Pre-orders for Motorola's latest foldable clamshell smartphone, have been declared open in the US. Like the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6, the Razr Plus 2024 (or Razr+ 2024) has an OS based on Android 14, yet may have the superior display technology, not to mention dual 50MP main rear cameras and a vegan leather back in several new colors.

Current projections from market research firm IDC point to fewer than 500,000 total sales for Apple's Vision Pro this year. Sales for the headset have cooled significantly in the US, although an international launch may reinvigorate retail movement.

Google's August 13 launch event will not only bring new phones and smartwatches, but also a new pair of pro earbuds. The earbuds will be available in four colors at launch, one of which matches the Pixel 9.

The Neuralink brain-computer implant that allowed a human trial participant to play games with their mind only might one day be used to control Tesla's Optimus robots, predicts Elon Musk.

Epic Games has updated its free game of the week giveaway with Floppy Knights. Available to download for free until next Thursday, the game should be playable on pretty much any Mac or Windows machine released in the last decade.

The Apple MacBook Air with the M2 chip is currently enjoying a $200 price cut at Best Buy. The unit on sale carries an entry-level hardware configuration with an M2 SoC (8-core GPU), 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage. Moreover, the notebook features a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS display with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,664.

The Redmi K70 Ultra is set to be officially unveiled in the coming weeks. As a foretaste, Xiaomi has just released the first images of the "flagship killer" in advance and confirmed details of the features, including the flagship SoC and 144 Hz QHD+ display.

OnePlus is known to unveil new color variants for some of its phones, and the OnePlus 12R is the latest to get this treatment. Not only is the new color familiar, but it may also be exclusive to a certain region.

SpaceX has launched the standalone Starlink Mini kit for everyone to buy in the US, while it was initially only available as an add-on to an existing service.

Elon Musk and Tesla influencers could be getting a better Full Self-Driving (FSD) experience than the rest as a new report claims that the company prioritizes fixes for issues faced by the Tesla CEO and “VIP” customers. The report also claims that the data annotators responsible for labeling video footage from Tesla cars using FSD pay close attention to footage from Musk’s cars and any oversight could have dire consequences for the employee.

Beijing is preparing to relax rules governing robotaxis in a potential boon for Tesla. Chinese automakers are now ditching expensive autonomous driving components like LiDAR, too, just like Tesla.

We take the handy dock out for a spin during a business trip where its slim form factor truly shines. At over 2x the price of many Anker and Baseus docking stations, however, we expected a bit more luxury features to better separate the Razer dock from competitors.

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will not only receive a battery with higher energy density and capacity as well as a metal casing for safer repairs, but also a long overdue fast charging upgrade, at least according to the latest rumors.

The launch of the world's smallest 5G smartphone is drawing near. Unihertz has confirmed further details about the Jelly Max, including distribution via Kickstarter with a discount of up to 40% and tidbits about the cameras, which apparently include a telephoto camera with 3.4x optical zoom.

Apple Arcade subscribers will soon be able to play a new Temple Run title, a BAFTA award-winning game, and a spatial version of Castle Crumble.

Suunto has just launched several new smartwatches and a new wristband, which pay tribute to a major sporting event. The watches come with an extensive number of features, ranging from exercise and heath monitoring to navigation.

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro was originally supposed to come onto the market with innovative Taptic buttons, but these had to be postponed to a later iPhone model due to technical problems. Photos of an EVT prototype now show what these pressure-sensitive buttons would have looked like.

The Niu BQi-C3 Pro ebike is on sale at Best Buy, with a 40% discount. The step-through ebike claims 90 miles of range and a 28 mph top speed. The Nui BQi-C3 is down to just $1,299.98, making it competitive with ebikes with much less range and speed.

Apple AirTags can currently be tracked much more reliably than Google's 'Find my Device' tracker. The Android developer has now officially confirmed that this is not just a question of time, but is also due to Google's privacy concerns.

The brand new Sandmarc Retro Filter is designed to give the Apple iPhone camera a retro look without any software customization, allowing the filter to be used with all apps and for both photos and videos.

Apple and Google are allowing users to directly move photo libraries between Google Photos and iCloud Photos. This rollout utilizes the Data Transfer Project (DTP), an open-source initiative that simplifies data migration across online services. The collaboration is expected to be rolled out within a week and will offer users greater control over their online photo collections.

Geekom's new Mini IT13 mini PC is getting an impressive US$127 / £127 discount till July 14. Powered by the Intel Core i9-13900H, 32 GB of RAM and 2 TB storage, the Geekom Mini IT13 offers class-leading hardware that increase your productivity manifold, all in an unbelievably compact form factor.

AYANEO has now revealed more information about the Pocket EVO, its latest Android gaming handheld. Not only has the company confirmed that the device will be available with a high-end chipset but also a 120 Hz OLED display, unlike many of the already established competition.

Anbernic is gearing to release yet another retro gaming handheld, roughly a month after the arrival of the RG Cube. This time, the company has delivered the RG40XX H, a 4-inch option that has been shown to emulate up to Dreamcast and PlayStation Portable games for a $64.99 starting price.

Sony has unveiled the ZV-E10 II, a mirrorless camera, featuring a 26-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR image processor. The camera offers advanced autofocus, 4K video recording, and improved connectivity, along with a new vertical user interface and larger battery. Sony also introduced the E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II lens, available separately or as part of the ZV-E10 II kit.

With a mixture of targeted light scattering and adaptation to the respective light conditions, the sea creatures convert a large proportion of the light into usable energy. A model for future solar modules.

Golden Pig Upgrade, a well-known Weibo tipster, reports that AMD is getting ready to launch a new Hawk Point APU. It will reportedly be called the Ryzen 7 8745HS, and the processor is said to be identical to the Ryzen 7 8845HS but without the XDNA NPU, potentially making it offer a better value than the identical chip.

The 2024 Ford Capri is a compact electric crossover that is smaller than the Model Y, yet more expensive.

Samsung failed to live up to all the leaks pointing to an inaugural Ultra variant for the Galaxy Z Fold series today (July 10, 2024), thereby giving weight to a new rumor that the OEM has in fact decided that the time for an even more premium foldable smartphone has not yet arrived. Apparently, the arrival of actual competition in that space have put those plans on hold.

Xiaomi has announced the global launch of new open-ear headphones. The Xiaomi OpenWear Stereo feature large drivers and up to 38.5 hours of playtime, and also support LHDC with up to 96 kHz.

With the Stax Spirit S5, Edifier presents hi-fi headphones designed to achieve first-class sound thanks to planar magnetic drivers and Qualcomm aptX Lossless. With a battery life of 80 hours, a low-latency gaming mode, and lambskin leather ear pads, Edifier aims to outperform the Apple AirPods Max.

PVY's latest e-bike is a Turbo version of the Z20, equipped with more of an all-terrain build with front and rear suspension. It is touted to get up to 30% more range with a battery of greater voltage than its MAX sibling, and for potentially smoother riding with a torque sensor.

Tesla has raised the Model 3 prices preemptively across Europe, after officials inspected its Gigafactory in China to determine the import tariffs it will ultimately be subjected to.

Hohem's latest handheld gimbal accessory for smartphones comes with an upgraded version of the brand's Magnetic AI Tracker rated to work with either selfie or rear cameras. The iSteady V3 is also the first of its line with in-built physical controls that also doubles as a detachable remote control, and comes with an introductory $20 discount.

The basic configuration is intended for budget-oriented users and features an 8-core Rockchip RK3588 ARM processor with dedicated NPU and integrated graphics, 8 GB LPDDR5X RAM, 64 GB eMMC storage, 14-inch 1080p display and a 38 Wh battery. Each of these components can be upgraded with more powerful versions.

Qualcomm has announced that the freshly-launched Galaxy Z Fold6 flagship Android smartphone has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy SoC regardless of where it is sold, as does its clamshell counterpart the Galaxy Z Flip6. The devices are also the world's first foldable devices with Galaxy AI out of the box, which confers features such as Google Circle to Search and Photo Assist on the handsets.