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OnePlus has announced that it has partnered with Google to augment the AI power of its smartphones over time. They are now eligible to integrate the Mountain View giant's most powerful large language models (LLMs) to date, which might enable features such as Gemini-powered search and content-processing on devices such as the OnePlus 12 soon.

A geostationary satellite at an altitude of 36,000 kilometers (22,000 miles) had the best view of the solar eclipse on April 8. No clouds blocked the view here. On the contrary.

The South Pole of the moon is about to be colonized. And just like in Fortnite, it works even better as a team. But beware: reduced gravity!

The first-gen Google Pixel Watch has just dropped to a new record low price on Amazon. It's now available for $180.49, which is close to a $100 discount from the regular price of $279.99.

OnePlus' inaugural Pad has been on the market for more than a year now. However, according to a typically knowledgeable leaker, its fans will have to wait yet longer for a second generation. The Pad2 may or may not upgrade to a newer SoC for a larger 3.1K display, Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 7.

The Dreame L10s Pro Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo has arrived in countries worldwide. The device has several upgrades compared to its predecessor, such as greater suction power and a larger water tank for more mopping time. Other features include mop lifting when a carpet is detected and Siri voice commands.

The ZERO 2 Pro is another new single-board computer (SBC) produced by Radxa. Measuring in at 65 x 36 mm, the Radxa ZERO 2 Pro features MIPI-CSI camera and MIPI-DSI display connectors, plus Micro HDMI 2.0 and USB Type-C ports.

Oppo has rolled out a Samsung Galaxy AI-like photo editing tool called AI Eraser for its affordable Reno 11 series smartphones. Some of the features that it offers are similar to what you get with third-party apps such as Adobe Photoshop. However, with the new update, you get the convenience of editing images with features packed right into the phones.

The Pixel 8a has been showcased in four colour options before its official release in about a month's time. Based on new leaked render images, Google plans to sell its Pixel 7a in light blue, beige, black and light green colours, all with matte and textured back panels.

It is usually impossible to swap the display of one iPhone with another, thanks to the parts-pairing practices touted as the ultimate user privacy and security measure by Apple. However, the Cupertino giant has announced that it will finally repent of this gatekeeping behavior somewhat and allow those who would choose personal or third-party repair options access to used components such as displays - with caveats.

Biostar is back with the Intel ARC A750 OC, described as "a true game-changer for content creators and professional gamers" that features a total board power of 225 W and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 256-bit interface. Connectivity-wise, it sports 3 x DP 2.0 and a single HDMI 2.0 port. There is no price or availability information available yet.

Oppo has released the A3 Pro, a new mid-range handset that combines a 120 Hz AMOLED display with a large battery and a 64 MP primary camera. The Oppo A3 Pro may look like many other modern smartphones, but it is also one of the few that is IP69 certified, which Oppo complements with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and Crystal Shield glass.

Moving away from fossil fuels and promoting renewable energy is essential for a successful energy transition. But the massive mining of minerals needed to make batteries for electric cars or solar panels comes at a price: In Africa, mining is threatening the survival of great apes and primates. Researchers give tips on what can be done to protect the animals.

ViewSonic has announced the VX4518, a 44.5-inch ultra-wide gaming monitor with a 32:9 aspect ratio and a 1500R curvature. The ViewSonic VX4518 outputs at 1440p, 165 Hz and with 450 nits peak brightness, while also delivering HDMI and USB Type-C connectivity, among other ports.

The Oppo Find X7 Ultra is currently only available as an import. This is unfortunate, since it means that most types of buyers are denied access. A look at the Chinese smartphone is definitely still worthwhile, especially because of its quad-camera system. While the Find X7 Ultra can seriously compete with camera heavyweights such as the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, it is much more affordable.

ZTE has unveiled the latest addition to its high-end Axon series of smartphones as the line's inaugural satellite communications-enabled handset. The 60 Ultra also packs the cutting-edge 5G-A standard, dual rear 50MP cameras and 120Hz OLED into a considerably updated chassis - which makes it all the more of a shame that it will not be offered to consumers, not even in China.

If you fancy immersing yourself in a post-apocalyptic adventure on the occasion of the new Fallout series, the current free-play event gives you the opportunity to play Fallout 76 for free. If you like the game, you can buy it at a heavily discounted price as part of the event.

Insta360 has teased that it will launch its 'next camera' in a few days. While the company has not provided many details yet, a reliable leaker has already shared promotional images, specifications and alleged pricing for the Insta360 X4.

Motorola is a few days away from hosting a new smartphone launch event. While the company remains light on the details of what smartphones it has up its sleeve for now, it has dropped a few hints that one will be the Edge 50 Ultra powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset.

The entire Fallout franchise is on sale on Steam, with all the top-rated games enjoying a massive discount. Among all, there’s Fallout New Vegas Ultimate Edition, which is enjoying a heavy 75% price cut, dropping to $4.99 in the US and lower in other regions.

Announced last month, the Geekom XT12 Pro is now available for purchase. The mini PC features a design that’s similar to the Intel NUC 13 Pro, and it packs a 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H CPU. With 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, it’s available for purchase at $699 on Amazon.

The new Samsung Q70D 4K QLED TV is already on sale in the US and can now be pre-ordered in France. Other versions of the Q70D, known as the Q73D and Q77D, are also on sale in France and the Netherlands. Plus, the device is seen with the names Q72D and Q74D in various EU countries.

A recently discovered vulnerability in the Linux kernel could allow an attacker to gain root privileges. Exploits are available for several Linux distributions, but the vulnerability does not appear to be fully patched.

HMD Global has introduced new versions of many popular Nokia feature phones. Not only has the company equipped some models with a newer processor, but it has also delivered USB Type-C and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity across the board.

The Orange Pi 5 Pro is now available globally, having been presented last month during the Orange Pi Developer Conference 2024. The new single-board computer has various modern ports like HDMI 2.1, as well as a chipset that has a dedicated AI accelerator and supports 8K video output.

The automaker's solid-state battery will first go to its performance electric cars in the Hyper line. GAC touts 400 Wh/kg energy density from its unique 30Ah solid-state battery cells.

Eclipse's Theia web-based platform and Theia IDE have been updated to version 1.48. A total of 53 enhancements have been made to the cloud platform and IDE, including support for floating second windows in the code editor.

Sandisk's first (micro) SD Express cards are coming soon. These tend to be smaller cards but with particularly high speeds. New card readers are only needed if you want to take advantage of the high speeds.

The Fitbit app is being updated with a new design for the Sleep section. According to the company, the layout has been simplified, there are additional insights on the Sleep timeline, and you can view trends over various periods. This is a phased rollout, with some users reporting receiving the update.

With the MAG 274URFW, MSI presents a mid-range gaming monitor that should impress with a strong price-performance ratio, as the screen offers a 400 nits bright 4K 160 Hz IPS panel, USB-C, and HDMI 2.1 for the equivalent of around 320 euros.

The Comfo Run from Edifier is a new headphones that is particularly suitable for use during sports. The new model also comes with additional functions and particularly large drivers - this should benefit the playback quality.

Nubia has officially launched the Nubia Flip 5G for the global market. Positioned proudly as one of a select few mid-range foldables on the market, the Nubia Flip will be available across the EU, UK, US, and other markets with a US$499 MSRP.

The beta version of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS has been released a week late and is now available for download. The final version of Canonical's Linux distribution is scheduled for release on 25 April 2024.

Udio has launched a free AI song creation service. This AI service allows anyone typing text prompts to create songs of different genres, add custom lyrics, and remix songs into different styles in seconds. Udio was founded by ex-Google Deep Mind researchers in late 2023 as a stealth startup.

The popular search engine has unveiled Privacy Pro, which is a new subscription that offers three advanced privacy protection features. With this, users get access to a VPN, a Personal Information Removal feature, and an Identity Theft Restoration feature.

“The 8K era is here” — at least that's what Insta360 claims in a recent teaser for a camera launch that is happening on April 16. It's not concrete yet, but leaks, rumours, and hints in the video point to an Insta360 X4 with 8K recording capabilities.

The QHD-capable gaming laptop also features a 240Hz display with 100% DCI-P3 as well as a 1TB SSD. On sale with a massive 36% discount, the Alienware m16 certainly packs a punch for buyers in the $2,000 price range.

The Yoga Pro 27 2024 is a new all-in-one PC, which not only has a powerful processor, but also a high-performing dedicated graphics card. The built-in monitor is said to offer decent image quality.

According to the latest rumors, the iPhone 17 Pro will be the world's first smartphone with a 2 nm ARM chip. This would give Apple a massive advantage over the competition because, according to TSMC, the N2 process ensures up to 30% lower power consumption.

One of the world's highest capacity energy storage system by the biggest battery maker CATL beats Tesla's Megapacks by a large margin. It also offers longer capacity retention warranty.

Hama has launched its new Neon LED light strip in Europe for indoor and outdoor use. The RGB smart light offers various colors and lighting effects with remote app-based controls or voice commands. Other features include music and gaming effects, and a dynamic sunset scene.

According to a typically reliable Apple analyst, AI will play a greater role in the Mac ecosystem with Apple M4 chipsets onwards. Reportedly, Apple M4 upgrades will begin later this year but may not finish until later in 2025 with a special 'Hidra' chipset for the Mac Pro that could also support 512 GB of unified memory.

Xiaomi has launched a new smart electric water heater in China, the Mijia N1. With a 60L capacity, the device provides hot water for an hour and a half. Plus, HyperOS Connect lets you remotely control the heater in an accompanying app, which offers various smart features.

First launched for Apple Arcade, the fun-filled adventure racing game What The Car? is making its way to the PC. Triband, the developer, has announced a September 5 launch date, but for now, you can download a free demo on Steam.

A new leak has revealed what design changes Sony has in store for its next Xperia flagship smartphone. Aligning with earlier rumours, it seems that the Xperia 1 VI will be noticeably shorter but wider than the Xperia 1 V. While the handset will retain popular features like a 3.5 mm jack and a MicroSD card slot, the Xperia 1 VI will move away from Sony's infamous 21:9 aspect ratio.

Sony has now released a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones after a spate of leaks. Surprisingly, the headphones have arrived as the Sony ULT Wear, contrary to expectations that they would be sold as the WH-ULT900N. Nonetheless, the new headphones offer plenty of features, given their mid-range price tag.

LattePanda Mu has just joined the company's growing single board computer (SBC) lineup. With a capable Intel N100 CPU, 8 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and 9 PCIe 3.0 lanes, the compute module stands as a solid Raspberry Pi 5 challenger.

The UM690 Pro is MINISFORUM's latest UM690 mini-PC. Now sold under its EliteMini series rather than its Venus series, the UM690 Pro features a powerful AMD Ryzen APU, as well as up to 64 GB of RAM and modern ports like HDMI 2.1 and USB 4.

Garmin has released its second software update for its latest smartwatch. Arriving on its Beta Program, the update brings the smartwatch onto par with many other recent models through support for the Garmin Messenger app and improvements to heart rate data gathering, among other changes.

Realme has released the GT Neo6 SE in its home market. While the smartphone starts at CNY 1,699 (~$235), it contains a new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset that rivals the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, as well as a 6,000-nit display and a 5,500 mAh battery that it can recharge at 100 W.