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Jun 24, 2024
Canon launches RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM Dual Fisheye APS-C lens for VR production. (Source: Canon)

Canon launches RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM Dual Fisheye APS-C lens for VR production

Canon has launched the RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM Dual Fisheye APS-C lens for VR content production. A 144 degree, wide-angle view enables VR bloggers to easily create 3D content. The lens is compatible with the Canon EOS R7 mirrorless camera.
David Chien, 24 Jun 2024 06:06
These e-bikes run on hydrogen.

HydroRide: These e-bikes do not require a battery and are just as efficient

Electric bikes have become popular in recent years. One manufacturer now hopes to sound in the next generation of electric mobility with a relatively new type of energy storage and energy generation.
Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 05:32
Honor Play 60 Plus: New smartphone with Snapdragon SoC.

Honor: New smartphone comes with brand-new SoC, 50 MP main camera and IP certification

Honor has unveiled a new smartphone, the Play 60 Plus. This comes with a Snapdragon SoC and is likely to be aimed at users who do not want to spend a fortune on their smartphone, but still want decent features.
Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 05:03
Coros Dura: Powerful bike computer.

Coros Dura: Bike computer with turn-to-turn navigation and numerous functions offers virtually unlimited runtime

The Coros Dura is a new and powerful GPS bike computer with a responsive color touchscreen, global offline maps and solar charging. It offers an extremely long battery life of 120 hours, turn-by-turn navigation and pairing with third-party devices, among other things.
Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 04:06
Ulefone is launching a new smartphone. (Symbolic image, Ulefone Armor 25T Pro)

Ulefone Armor 27T Pro: Rugged smartphone comes with new 5G SoC, infrared & night vision and special expansion port

Ulefone, also known for its rugged devices, is launching a new smartphone onto the market. The Armor 27T Pro is indeed robust and not only comes with a thermal imaging camera, but also a sensor for taking pictures at night.
Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 03:48
Jun 23, 2024
The Cybertruck managed to pull the 15-ton sled till the 230-feet mark. (Source: YouTube)

Tesla Cybertruck taken to tractor pull struggles to keep up with diesel-powered RAM Cummins

Tesla's Cybertruck is no stranger to controversy. But despite of all the dystopian pickup's quirks, the Cybertruck is undeniably an incredibly powerful piece of machinery. Recently, as showcased in a YouTube video, a dual-motor Cybertruck took on a RAM Cummins in a tractor pull event, and the results are pretty unsurprising, yet interesting.
Sambit Saha, 23 Jun 2024 21:41
Apple Watch Ultra 2 down to $719 on Amazon (image source: Apple)

Deal | Limited-time deal brings Apple Watch Ultra 2 to its new all-time low

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is currently available on Amazon for $719, which is a steep $80 discount from the regular price of the smartwatch. This also happens to be the new all-time low price for the wearable, and the deal applies to all the variants that the retailer has to offer at the moment.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 19:06
Image source: Aliexpress

Pocket386 ultra-portable laptop quietly released with Win95 compatibility and uncommon processor

Retro computing products are something plenty of tech enthusiasts love. Pocket has just expanded the list of currently available retro products by releasing the Pocket386, an i386-compatible Windows 95 mini-laptop that is said to be compact enough to fit in a pocket. That being said, the product's dimensions (8.3″ x 4.7″ x 1.2″) imply said pocket should be pretty large in order to accomodate the "mini" laptop.
Ion Bin Noor, 23 Jun 2024 18:55
Samsung releases a new Titanium Yellow color variant for Galaxy S24 Ultra (image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets refreshed ahead of next Galaxy Unpacked event

The second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year is expected to happen sometime next month. Ahead of this big launch event, Samsung has refreshed the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a new color option. Called Titanium Yellow, the new color variant for the Android flagship is now available for orders at the same starting price as the rest, $1,299.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 17:09
The Ace 3 Pro. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus' upcoming Android flagship refresh to come finished in glass, vegan leather or ceramic

OnePlus has confirmed that the Ace 3 Pro, an upcoming smartphone thought to have most of the same specs as the brand's current flagship, will have a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front panel. It can be as high-end on the back too, with a choice of standard (albeit with the OEM's latest drop-resistant glass) and motorsport-inspired special edition rear panels.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2024 15:42
HarmonyOS Next beta is now available in China (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei HarmonyOS Next beta shows no trace of Android

The Huawei HarmonyOS Next beta program has started to roll out to eligible users. As the company announced at the Huawei Developer Conference 2023, the operating system ditches Android, and it seems not to be strictly a Linux system either. Instead, it's based on OpenHarmony and runs on a self-developed Harmony Kernel.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 14:42
The Mini Pro. (Source: ONEXPLAYER)

Deal | Get up to $360 off a renewed Ryzen 7 8840U-powered handheld console for Summer 2024

The increasingly popular portable console maker ONEXPLAYER is promoting officially refurbished models as well as new ones during its latest Mid-Year 2024 sale. They include devices powered by leading mobile processors from Intel and AMD, such as the 7-inch Mini Pro and latest Ryzen 7 8840U-based 2 Pro.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2024 14:17
An existing Motorola smart tag. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola spotted gearing up to tackle Apple AirTag with own new Moto Tag

A new leak has outed Motorola as one of the next players in the emerging smart tag market in advance. The upcoming Moto Tag has some of the cutting-edge specs found in the Apple AirTag or Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2, with batteries that may or may not be removable. It seems poised to be unleashed alongside the OEM's latest flagship Razr-series smartphones.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2024 13:25
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate codes are on sale on CDKeys (image source: Xbox)

Deal | Score three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate code for less than $30

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate codes are on sale on CDKeys. The retailer is offering a three-month subscription code for just $29.29, a solid 30% discount from what it generally goes for. Other subscription codes are also enjoying a generous price cut, with the 12-month code dropping to $127.99 from $179.19.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 13:01
Shadows: Awakening is the latest installment in the Heretic Kingdoms series. Its predecessors include Kult: Heretic Kingdoms (2004) and Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms (2014). (Source: GOG)

GOG is giving away an action RPG worth $30

Until tomorrow, gamers can pick up an action RPG from GOG for free, which normally costs $30. There is also a discount of up to 40 percent on the three available DLCs.
Marius Müller, 23 Jun 2024 11:46
Cybertruck's 4680 battery only allows for a slow charging curve

Cybertruck zero-to-full charging speed test takes much longer than 800V powertrain suggests

The Cybertruck has been put to the zero-to-full charging speed test on a regular V3 Tesla Supercharger station that is able to deliver 250kW output, and the results aren't pretty.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Jun 2024 09:01
Jun 22, 2024
Starlink Mini next to a mini husky (image: Michael Nicolls/X)

First Starlink Mini dish speed test and setup video run on Cybertruck power

The new compact Starlink Mini dish with integrated Wi-Fi router has been put to a satellite Internet speed test from a Cybertruck's bed.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jun 2024 21:46
Samsung HW-Q990C Dolby Atmos soundbar drops to $997.99 on Woot (image source: Samsung [edited])

Deal | Samsung HW-Q990C 11.1.4-channel soundbar sees a massive $900 limited-time discount

You can score last year's Samsung HW-Q990C with a generous $900 discount on Amazon-owned Woot. Thanks to this deal, the 11.1.4-channel soundbar can be yours at $997.99. However, this sale will only be available for ten days from now or until it is sold out.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 20:06
The Watch...2? (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases new smartwatch with standalone connectivity and potentially limited availability

OnePlus touts its next wearable as its most fully-functional watch to date, as it supports eSIM functionality in addition to other typical smart features. It will have a more conventional look compared to others of its series, and will come in a choice of two colors. However, it seems it might be exclusive to the brand's home market on its launch.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2024 18:59
AMD's next-gen laptop chips are rumoured to hit shelves in mid-July (image via AMD)

Strix Point rumoured to be "AMD's biggest laptop launch in history"

A new leak from Moore's Law is Dead says AMD Strix Point laptops will be abundant at launch. They're expected to hit shelves in mid-July and most of the Ryzen AI-powered laptops will be from Asus.
Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 18:18
The Ace 3 Pro. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus touts upcoming premium smartphone as inaugural Glacier Battery device

OnePlus asserts that its upcoming Ace 3 Pro will have the best battery life in the Android smartphone industry thanks to new tech developed in partnership with CATL. It is backed to deliver exceptional energy density, efficiency and long-term stability despite its reduced weight and size. Then again, it will charge at the same speed as OnePlus' existing flagship.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2024 18:03
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will not bring any major design changes (image via Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: New renders reveal no major design changes

New Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra renders have shown up online. It keeps its predecessor's design, complete with a large screen, thin chassis and a dual-camera setup at the back/front
Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 17:48
OnePlus 12 drops as low as $699.99 on Amazon (image source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus 12 deal drops the flagship Android phone by $100

Launched earlier this year, the OnePlus 12 is now enjoying a generous discount. With this deal in place, you can get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship for $100 less than the regular price. That means the 256 GB variant is down to $699.99, and the 512 GB variant has dropped to $799.99.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 17:30
Xbox can be found at Gamecom in Cologne in Hall 7. (Source: X / formerly Twitter)

Xbox plans biggest stand ever at Gamescom 2024

Fans can expect many playable games, news on various games and other highlights at the Xbox stand at the upcoming Gamescom. According to the company, it will be the largest stand that Xbox Game Studios has ever had at the games fair.
Marius Müller, 22 Jun 2024 16:10
Sony PlayStation VR 2 was launched in February 2023. (Source: PlayStation)

Bleak future predicted for Sony's VR headset

Sony PlayStation VR 2 should be available for the PC from August. However, according to anonymous sources, Sony no longer seems to have high hopes for the VR headset.
Marius Müller, 22 Jun 2024 16:09
The Zeus 280W. (Source: Chargeasap)

New GaN charger with dual 140W USB-C ports and color OLED display makes debut

Chargeasap asserts that the latest version of its Zeus power brick can charge 2 140W USB-C devices at once while using the least desk-space possible thanks to a quad gallium nitride (GaN) chip system. The accessory is also rated for high-speed USB type-A charging, all tracked using its potentially high-res, easily-readable in-built display.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2024 15:48
The OnePlus Pad Pro. (Source: Digital Chat Station)

OnePlus Pad Pro live images leak extensively ahead of launch

The OnePlus Pad Pro is set to launch shortly. The tablet will make its debut alongside the OnePlus Ace3 Pro on June 27, and a new leak has now surfaced revealing extensive images of the Vivo Pad3 Pro rival in the flesh.
Ricci Rox, 22 Jun 2024 15:19
FiiO SR11 launches at $99 with Roon Ready and Apple AirPlay support (image source: FiiO)

FiiO SR11 launches as affordable audio streamer with AirPlay and Roon Ready support

WiiM Pro is a solid audio streamer that doesn't break the bank. It now has a new competitor, the FiiO SR11. At $99, this streamer lets you stream audio from services like Amazon Music, Tidal, and Spotify when connected to a hi-fi setup. What's more interesting is that there's support for Apple AirPlay and Roon Ready.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 13:06
SwitchBot Univeral Remote costs $59.99 and has Matter support (image source: SwitchBot)

Affordable SwitchBot Universal Remote launches with Matter support

SwitchBot has unveiled its new Universal Remote. This remote control offers Matter support when paired with the Hub 2 or Hub Mini. The company says that it is designed to enhance home automation by making it easier to control different household appliances.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 11:58
Illustrator and InDesign ARM versions to land on Snapdragon X series laptops in July, Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro planned for "later this year" (image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft confirms release dates of more native ARM Adobe apps for new Snapdragon X series laptops

The first wave of Copilot Plus AI PCs is here, bringing a good number of laptops running the Snapdragon X series processors from Qualcomm. However, at launch, these systems didn't have native ARM versions for many Adobe apps, including Adobe Illustrator. Microsoft has now confirmed the release dates of the ARM-native versions for a couple.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 11:56
About four months after the release of KDE Plasma 6.0, Plasma 6.1 is the first major update to the Qt6-based Linux desktop environment (Image: KDE).

KDE Plasma 6.1 brings many enhancements to the popular Linux desktop

The Linux desktop environment KDE Plasma has been updated to version 6.1, which includes an improved desktop editing mode and session recovery under Wayland. Remote desktop connections have also been simplified.
Alexander Pensler, 22 Jun 2024 11:19
The Nikon Z7 III is allegedly on the way to replace the ageing Z7 II, although details are fuzzy. (Image source: Nikon)

Nikon Z7 III specs leak points to 90 MP full-frame sensor, 8-stop IBIS, 4K 120 fps, 8K 60 fps video

Supposed specifications for the now-overdue Nikon Z7 III have appeared online, and they paint a picture of a high-resolution full-frame camera with a partially-stacked sensor paired with dual Expeed 7 processors. That combo would seemingly make the Z7 III a rather impressive offering, although the estimated price is still a mystery.
Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jun 2024 07:25
Y-RING: Smart ring offers more than just standard functions

Y-RING: Smart ring with innovative features launches with gesture control and NFC

The Y-RING is a new smart ring. Unlike many other similar wearables, it also supports gesture control and comes with an NFC module for wireless payments.
Silvio Werner, 22 Jun 2024 06:09
Apple could be the first company to be fined under the Digital Markets Act. (Image: Alex Kalinin)

Apple faces fine in the billions: EU investigates alleged violations of Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is accusing Apple of having violated the rules of the Digital Markets Act, which could potentially result in a fine of over EUR 30 billion for the iPhone manufacturer.
Hannes Brecher, 22 Jun 2024 05:35
Some of Apple's most highly anticipated features might not launch in the EU (image via Apple)

Apple Intelligence will not launch in EU later this year

A report from Bloomberg says Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring and SharePlay Screen Sharing won't be available in the EU. Slated to launch later this year, these features will supposedly run afoul of EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 04:36
The L16 2.0 can be equipped with a USB-C remote control. (Image: Acebeam)

Acebeam L16 2.0: USB-C flashlight with a short-lived range of 670 meters and USB remote control

Acebeam's version 2.0 of the L16 has been completely remade. This also applies to the USB connection. However, as is typical for Acebeam, boost mode can only be used for very short periods of time.
Andreas Sebayang, 22 Jun 2024 04:24
Samsung hasn't given up on the Exynos 2500 just yet (image via OreXDA on X)

Exynos 2500: Samsung working on improving Galaxy S25 SoC's yields

A report from ZDNet Korea states Samsung hasn't given up on the Exynos 2500 yet. The company is hard at work improving SF3 yields, which were rumoured to be around 20%.
Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 02:32
This particular Tesla Model Y has a roof-mounted LiDAR unit, suggesting it is being used to test Tesla's upcoming robotaxi. (Image source: Steve Krawczyk/The Verge)

Tesla Model Y gets LiDAR sensor in test sighting suggesting robotaxi development

A Tesla Model Y has been spotted on California's highway 101 with a large LiDAR sensor array mounted to its roof. The bulky hardware suggests that Tesla is conducting testing, either to validate its camera-based self-driving or as part of its engineering efforts for a LiDAR-based robotaxi.
Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jun 2024 01:37
Xiaomi has not confirmed pricing of its latest Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G colour option yet. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals new Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G refresh with fresh colour option

Xiaomi has quietly refreshed the Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, one of many Redmi Note 13 handsets that it sells worldwide. Arriving soon globally, the latest refresh brings a more muted colour option to the existing Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G lineup.
Alex Alderson, 22 Jun 2024 01:04
The Galaxy Watch7 will look awfully like its predecessor, as pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Amazon leaks Samsung Galaxy Watch7 before official release with new 3 nm chipset, BioActiveSensor 2 and lots of AI confirmed

Samsung is still a few weeks away from officially releasing its next smartwatches. When the company is not revealing details about the Galaxy Watch Ultra itself, Amazon is listing the cheaper Galaxy Watch7 well ahead of schedule. Not only has the retailer confirmed launch pricing and availability, but it has also confirmed various specs before Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event.
Alex Alderson, 22 Jun 2024 00:54
The Philips Hue Tento is a round ceiling light with many versions available. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue announces new Tento ceiling light products

The Philips Hue Tento round ceiling light is now on sale, with many versions offered in the EU. The smart light can produce customizable white and colored lighting from its LED light source, with app-based controls. The Tento arrives alongside another ceiling light model, Datura, though there are several differences.
Polly Allcock, 22 Jun 2024 00:14
The Anker Zolo Power Bank (10K, 30W, Built-in USB-C Cable) has arrived in the US. (Image source: Anker)

Anker launches new Zolo Power Bank 10K with built-in cable

Another new Zolo Power Bank from Anker has arrived, this time for the US. The accessory, also expected to go on sale in Europe, has a 10,000mAh capacity and can charge devices at up to 30W via an integrated USB-C cable or a USB-C port. Other features include a built-in digital display.
Polly Allcock, 22 Jun 2024 00:14
Jun 21, 2024
Brian Eno has released his £20,000 limited-edition 2024 Turntable II at Paul Stolper Gallery, a follow up to his iconic 2021 Turntable I. (Source: Paul Stolper Gallery)

Brian Eno, composer of Windows 95 startup sound, releases £20,000 limited-edition Turntable II at Paul Stolper Gallery

Brian Eno, composer of the Windows 95 startup sound, has released his £20,000 limited-edition Turntable II at the Paul Stolper Gallery. The acrylic, LED-lit sculpture is a follow-up to his iconic 2021 Turntable I. The Turntable II was on display at the gallery until March 9, 2024, and 150 copies along with 20 artist's proofs are available for purchase.
David Chien, 21 Jun 2024 23:00
The cells are a long way from the theoretical maximum, but they last. (Image: youtube/Oxford PV)

Solar cell with 27 percent efficiency thanks to perovskite layer goes into production

No laboratory value, no theoretical maximum: In Brandenburg, Germany, the production of high-performance solar modules using the tandem process begins.
Mario Petzold, 21 Jun 2024 22:45
It's a big effort, but after all, it's about the majority of the entire universe. (Image: University of Nottingham)

Newly constructed dark energy trap could confirm theory of dark matter

It is invisible, cannot be measured in any other way, but is supposed to explain the creation and existence of the universe. A "trap" for dark matter and energy is now being constructed.
Mario Petzold, 21 Jun 2024 22:36
It seems as though Vince "Kingpin" Lucido is planning a return to the overclocking GPU market with PNY. (Image source: Gamers Nexus on YouTube - screenshot)

Kingpin teases new overclocking GPU return with unlikely brand partnership

Legendary GPU overclocker, Vince Lucido (aka Kingpin), talking about his future plans in a recent interview, dropped a hint that there may be a future for his custom-designed, overclocking specific GPU series. The overclocker was previously left without a GPU partner when EVGA exited the computer hardware business in late 2022.
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Jun 2024 21:26
It looks like it'll be a while before BMW's EVs are powered by Northvolt batteries. (Image source: BMW)

BMW cancels $2 bn EV battery deal with sodium-ion leader for next-gen EV cells over failure to deliver

BMW has officially cancelled its $2 billion battery contract with Swedish sodium-ion battery maker, Northvolt. BMW says that it would be better for Northvolt to focus on developing next-gen cells, instead of BMW's production demands.
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Jun 2024 19:31
The Anker Power Bank (10K, Fusion, Built-in Lightning Cable) is on sale at Amazon US. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases new Power Bank 10K with built-in Lightning cable

The Anker Power Bank (10K, Fusion, Built-in Lightning Cable) has appeared at Amazon US. The product listing describes the accessory as a 3-in-1 product, working as a portable power bank or charger, thanks to folding pins. Other features include an integrated display and the ability to charge two devices simultaneously.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jun 2024 19:26
The Philips Hue Solo lightstrip is available in three lengths. (Image source: Philips Hue)

New Philips Hue Solo smart lightstrip now on sale

Philips Hue has launched a new lightstrip, Solo, which is now available in the US and Europe in three lengths. The smart light offers white and colored lighting and can be trimmed to size. Other features include a wide range of settings via the Philips Hue app and voice commands.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jun 2024 19:19
The Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-in USB-C cable) has arrived in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-in USB-C cable) now available

Anker has launched the Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-in USB-C cable) in the EU. The new model allows you to charge multiple devices via the integrated USB-C cable, a USB-C port and a USB-A port. Plus, a built-in display shows you the remaining battery.
Polly Allcock, 21 Jun 2024 19:10

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