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A simple spelling error in the source code of the Telegram Messenger Windows application let attackers bypass a security warning. This enabled the automatic execution of Python scripts after clicking on a link disguised as a video.

Dreame has launched the L10s Plus Self-Empty Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo globally. The new model has various upgrades on the older L10s Ultra, such as greater suction power and an enhanced mopping function. The product also has a self-emptying docking station for up to 90 days of hands-free cleaning.

A new 20,000mAh UGREEN power bank has been launched in the EU. The model can simultaneously charge three devices and offers up to 22.5W power output. Plus, the gadget features a built-in display to show your remaining battery, and protection against issues like overheating.

Microsoft's Visual Studio Code source code editor has been updated to version 1.88, adding new features such as scrolling synchronisation between windows and separate labels for opened editors.

Still stuck at the $569.99 list price, the venerable AMD Ryzen 9 5900X goes for $264.99 thanks to a 52% discount and an $8 coupon. However, any potential buyer should be aware that the average price, according to Camelcamelcamel, is just $287.19. Even more, this high-end processor will celebrate its fourth anniversary in November.

The Swiitol C18 Pro features a 50 mm 15-18 W laser that can engrave at speeds of up to 3,000 mm per min over a 400 sq.mm area. With improved focusing and safety features combined with mobile and desktop app control, the Swiitol C18 Pro is the perfect laser for hobbyists and pros alike and is now available with an exclusive discount code at an enticing price for a limited time.

Tesla considers the increased Full Self-Driving feature uptake from lowering its price sufficient, and stopped the free transfer offer that it recently launched. The FSD price cut has now arrived in Canada as well.

JMGO launched a new portable projector. The model has an internal battery and thus does not burden the batteries of connected devices. A strong color display is advertised.

Geekom has a new mini-PC in the pipeline. The Geekom XT13 Pro should impress with its strong performance and modern connections. This should also make it possible to connect several high-resolution screens.

A new and relatively cheap Bluetooth speaker from Xiaomi is now available for international customers outside China. A relatively long battery life is promised, and the device is IP certified against dust and water damage.

In the case of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, Apple has been taking measures to get the lens flare problem, which has been an issue on iPhones for years, under control - with mixed success. According to new information, a new solution is currently being tested that is intended to increase overall image quality.

The U.S. Department of Defense has proactively begun eliminating all Chinese battery energy storage system from use across all branches of the military, including the Navy, due foreign threat risks. China, Russia, and other countries have stepped up cyberattacks in recent years to disrupt the American and other power grids.

Acer has revealed new pricing for the Predator Z57. While the company has not confirmed a full release date yet, it has dropped its launch price by $500 to below $2,000.

A Core i9-14900HX and a GeForce RTX 4070 equip the Aorus 16X (2024) for video editing, gaming and rendering. Adding to this is a bright 16-inch display (16:10, 2,560 x 1,600 pixels, G-Sync), 32 GB RAM, 2 SSDs with 1 TB of storage each, and a Thunderbolt 4 port.

iQOO is said to augment its upcoming Z9 series of mid-range Android smartphones with a device that will be both its first Turbo variant and first to be powered by the new Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor. Now, it is also tipped to be among the fastest handsets with the SoC on Geekbench, despite having the exact same specs as some of its rumored rivals on the platform.

The largest model variant of the flagship LG G3 OLED TV has finally dropped below the $4,000 threshold as a reputable electronics retailer is selling the 83-inch television for $3,699 in a limited-time sale.

Previously teased AOKZOE A2 Ultra gaming handheld has officially made its debut in China. As the company has previously revealed, the portable Windows console is powered by an Intel Meteor Lake CPU. To be specific, it packs the Core Ultra 7 155H, which is the same processor that the maxed-out MSI Claw features.

LG has indicated that the time to get ready for its Gaming Week 2024 is now. The event is slated to offer devices such as the latest 45-inch OLED UltraGear monitor or one of the new Intel Core Ultra-powered Gram Pro laptops at new reduced prices. They might drop by up to 20% more, but only if the buyer also buys one of a selection of own-brand accessories at the same time.

Just days after reports surfaced of rampant Cybertrucks break-downs, Tesla's electric pickup truck is going on hold due to what seems to be a problem related to the accelerator pedal. Other reports blame the steering column and even brakes, while Tesla remains silent.

The Baseus Spacemate is pitched as a particularly modern desktop I/O hub, equipped as it is with a front-facing LED display indicating which of its 11 ports (Gigabit Ethernet, 3 4K/60Hz monitor links and a 100W USB-C Power Input included) are in use and magnetic base. It also integrates a One-Click Screen-Off Feature for enhanced data-privacy at the press of a button.

NorthridgeFix, a repair shop, has reported that it replaces hundreds of Nvidia RTX 4090 power connectors per month. More specifically, it has shown off a box of about 200 melted connectors that have been replaced in just one month.

Xiaomi is launching a particularly compact Bluetooth speaker, namely the Sound Pocket, onto the global market as a direct competitor to the JBL Go 4. It offers Bluetooth 5.4 and up to 10 hours of battery life at a weight of just 200 g.

A "new" device, widely rumored to be the Xiaomi 14 Civi, has now been spotted at the TUV, with a leak revealing the identity and hardware specifications of the camera-focused sub-premium phone.

A report from DigiTimes claimed TSMC's 2nm node was on track to hit mass-production capabilities next year, with the iPhone 17 Pro series expected to be powered by a 2 nm A19 Pro SoC. A new leak, however, isn't quite as optimistic.

Users running the latest Microsoft Windows 11 Insider build are reporting that the operating system now opens Copilot, the company's AI assistant, automatically at launch. This auto-launch feature was first tested weeks ago with Preview Build 23615, and now, it has resurfaced again on Build 26100 of both Canary and Dev channels.

TCL has created TCLtvPlus streaming shows using generative AI. The move by the world’s second largest TV maker is to create branded entertainment income and a unique selling point for TCL HDTVs.

Nanoleaf is now offering a new, smart lighting solution, the Nanoleaf Outdoor String Lights, which promise individual and configurable lighting in outdoor areas, as well as a long overall length.

Tech giant Google is restricting the range of functions of Google One, which is intended to ensure easy surfing with a high level of privacy protection, including protection in public WiFi networks, for example.

The Xiaomi Sound Outdoor is a new Bluetooth speaker that is being launched globally, is waterproof thanks to IP67 and is easy to carry thanks to its stylish and compact design.

Shelly has a new sensor for measuring humidity and temperature on offer. The device can be connected via WiFi and Bluetooth and comes with a display. Integration into the smart home is also possible.

The Caltrain, which is important for Silicon Valley and San Francisco, is equipped for the future. Commuting IT staff will experience significant improvements. Battery-powered trains are also planned.

The AOC Q27G20XM is a new gaming monitor with powerful features and a high refresh rate. The mini LED panel is also designed to optimally display high-contrast content.

The 65-inch QD-OLED TV from Sony's 2023 lineup has dropped to its lowest Amazon price yet as the e-commerce giant has marked the A95L down by more than $600, which results in an attractive sale price of $2,875.

OnePlus 12 launched with a lot of upgrades over its predecessor. These upgrades, for most, make the Android phone worth purchasing. Now, if you missed out on the launch promo, you have another chance to get a great deal on the smartphone. The company is currently bundling a pair of Buds Pro 2 with the phone for free.

Motorola is believed to launch its first Snapdragon 8s Gen 3-powered Android smartphone with a periscope zoom camera in a matter of days. In the meantime, a new Edge 50 Ultra specs-dump paints the device as one that ticks a number of premium boxes (wireless charging included) in a potentially cost-effective way - with one, possibly major, drawback.

Xiaomi-backed brand Black Shark has officially teased its first smart ring. With up to 180 days of battery life, 2.2 mm thickness, and “all-round health monitoring,” it aims to stand as a competitor to the Samsung Galaxy Ring.

Vivo is slated to launch a top-end Ultra version of its latest X100 flagship Android smartphone soon. Now, a high-level executive with the OEM claims that it - or a device with its rumored code-name of Thanos, to be more exact - has imaging technology of such power that it can be considered more of a pro camera that happens to have smartphone functions rather than the other way around.

Many fans believe that the Gold and Ultimate Editions of Star Wars Outlaws are overpriced. Adding to the conversation, well-known streamer Asmongold has recently expressed his opinion on the matter.

The popular strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown, highly rated on Metacritic and normally priced at $20 on Steam, is currently available for just $1, a 95 percent discount. The Ultimate Collection, which includes all games in the series along with almost all DLCs, is also significantly reduced in price.

One very popular racing game from Ubisoft, The Crew, got its servers shut down on April 1. As it’s an online-only title, the fact that the servers went offline means that it’s unplayable right now. However, it seems the company has gone further and started removing licenses from the players’ accounts.

Tesla tries to keep its real-life data competitive advantage by making the Full Self-Driving feature as accessible as possible, in order to make the Robotaxi as successful as possible.

Walmart is holding the Spring Savings event, in which the online retailer has slashed prices of a lot of top-rated products, and the Nintendo Switch OLED happens to be one of them. The gaming handheld's Japanese edition is currently up for grabs at just $279.

As per a new patent filing, Apple may soon implement a drowning detection feature in the next iteration of the Apple Watch. The system, dubbed a digital pool assistant, detects irregular limb movement and heart-rate and blood oxygen readings to ascertain if the wearer is in distress, and sends out a signal to nearby devices to alert others of an emergency.

The HP Pavilion Plus 14 combines a gorgeous OLED display, Intel's latest-gen Meteor Lake processors, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, and it can now be had at a fairly decent price.

Instead of packing a few dozen high-end SSDs into your backpack, Western Digital offers the Ultrastar Transporter, a storage solution that allows users to easily transport a massive 368 TB of SSD storage.

Google has kicked off its spring and summer public beta testing period for Android 15. For now, Android 15 Beta 1 remains exclusive to Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 6a. The first beta packs various changes from current Android 14 builds and is also to open the Pixel Fold, as well as the Pixel Tablet.

Asus has just presented one of the most exciting 32-inch monitors in the world, the ProArt Display PA32KCX, which combines an 8K panel with a 1200-nit mini LED backlight that can be dimmed in 4096 zones. There is also an OLED monitor for professionals.

Xiaomi has offered a few hints as to the Redmi Turbo 3's route to market internationally. Hidden within HyperOS are references to not just the POCO F6 as a re-branded Redmi Turbo 3, but also the POCO F6 Deadpool Edition.

Doesn't get any better than this: iFixit successfully disassembles the Fairbuds in-ears and certifies that they are very easy to repair in a teardown video.

As other providers have already done in recent months, Electronic Arts is now also increasing the prices of its EA Play subscription model from May 10. The costs for the online service will increase by 60% in some cases. But there is a worthwhile alternative.