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By all indications, Xiaomi has no plans to release a Mix 5 smartphone this year. Instead, it appears the company will debut a new device to take up the mantle of what should've been the Mix 5, with some more information on said device now surfacing in the wild.

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2023) price has tumbled down to $1,799.99 on Amazon, a record-low rate for the laptop. The machine features a 24-core Core i9-13980HX CPU, a 140 W RTX 4070 laptop GPU, 32 GB of expandable memory, and 1 TB of expandable Gen 4 storage. With a 4.3-star user rating on Amazon, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2023) is a stellar gaming laptop and is a solid buy at the currently reduced price.

TobenONE has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its new Laptop Stand & 15-in-1 Docking Station. You can use the dock to connect up to three external displays via HDMI and DisplayPort. Other features include a 10 Gbps data transfer rate, 100W PD charging and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet.

Oukitel is now selling its BT50 rugged smartwatch globally. The cheaper model has features including Bluetooth calling, smart notifications from your phone and tracking of health metrics like your heart rate and SpO2 level. The military-style wearable is also said to last up to 15 days with typical use.

The RTX 40 SUPER and RX 7600 XT GPUs are slated to be released later this month. According to serial leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead, the launch supply of the RX 7600 XT will be pretty good while the RTX 4070 SUPER will also enjoy good availability. However, the RTX 4080 SUPER and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER could be much harder to buy at launch.

Since the release of Asahi Remix 39 in December, the development team has made progress in running Linux on Apple Silicon hardware. There are updates for HDMI support, battery life, graphics functions and much more.

The beginner-friendly Linux distribution Linux Mint 21.3, codenamed "Virginia", has officially been released in version 21.3. In addition to the new Cinnamon 6.0 desktop with numerous improvements and the Hypnotix TV app has been revised.

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to FaceHeart Vitals AI software. This innovative application measures vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure remotely by examining videos of a patient's face.

Looks a bit like a smartphone, but is actually a power bank: Xiaomi has presented a new and ultra-compact power bank with a useful capacity. The price is said to be low, but this should be taken with a grain of salt.

The Fanmu is a particularly compact e-reader that can be used as a music player. Now available for purchase, the device also supports a memory card and thus allows for the storage of different types of content.

Xiaomi is launching the Solar Outdoor Camera BW400 Pro Set, a new outdoor security camera that comes with a base station for local storage. It can also be operated independently of the power grid thanks to solar power and a rechargeable battery.

Xiaomi is offering the BE 3600, a WiFi 7 router that aims to win over buyers with its particularly low price. A fast Ethernet port is also available.

The GKD Pixel is a new gaming handheld that comes in a metal housing. The system is compact, WiFi capable and said to be able to run a wide variety of video games without issue.

Xiaomi is launching a new smartwatch onto the market, namely a limited special edition that is intended to go hand-in-hand with the manufacturer's upcoming electric car. The watch also has cellular capabilities and supports the use of an eSIM.

Instead of improving the electricity yield of existing technology, a research team has been able to convert light into electricity that has not yet been used. Efficiency is expected to increase by two thirds - and all without rare-earth elements.

As it turns out, the Tesla Cybertruck can't run a 1/4 mile quicker than a Porsche 911 while towing a Porsche 911. Online sleuths picked apart Tesla's narrative, revealing that Tesla only showed the Cybertruck towing the Porsche 911 across 1/8 mile, while the company also stacked the deck, picking the slowest Porsche 911 available and misrepresenting its performance for a dramatic finish.

The OnePlus 12 series (consisting of a fully-fledged new flagship Android smartphone and its potentially more affordable R variant) is tipped to be available on a much more worldwide basis in 2024. Now, the OEM has reportedly submitted documentation to the Bluetooth SIG and other bodies that might confirm the possibility of multiple regional variants for both devices this year.

Tesla Inc. experiences a rocky start to 2024, with a significant plunge in market value. The electric vehicle titan is battling supply chain disruptions and escalating labor costs. A slowdown in demand for EVs further compounds the company's difficulties.

The OPPO Find X7 series of Android smartphones is live in China; now, its schedule of ex-warranty repair charges has been released alongside it. It reveals that the new top-end Ultra variant's cutting-edge display is one of the most expensive replacement part on the list, as is often the case with these new super-premium handsets - and that its new main Hasselblad camera costs nearly as much.

The government advises that Tesla Model Y buyers get a copy of the confirmation that a 'time-of-sale' report has been submitted by their dealer and approved by the IRS. In the US, the Model Y price can now be dropped under that of the Model 3 with tax credit applied at delivery.

The Apple Vision Pro is set to debut on February 2. Weeks before the official launch, the Cupertino giant silently cut a portion of the mixed reality headset's introductory video that showcased the Open Sky Environment feature. Apple has also removed the references to this feature from the official website.

EMEET claims to have thrown every quality-of-life tweak possible into its new pair of audio peripherals. The Airflow buds even have their own detachable boom mic for the OEM's VoiceCore dual channel noise cancellation for calls, not to mention UV santization built into a charging case that is also backed to confer prolonged battery life on the new open-ear buds.

Samsung's latest SmartThings update presents an entirely intuitive way to interact with the connected devices in your smart home. By simplifying setup and controls, SmartThings Map View has streamlined its home automation interface and gifted users a new, gamified smart home experience.

Europe is sending factory forensic specialists to Chinese EV brands like BYD as part of its investigation to determine if the lower prices their vehicles command on the continent are due to illegal state subsidies. In the meantime, BYD just unveiled its direct Tesla Model S competitor, after encroaching on the Model 3 and Model Y turf already.

A new rumor recently surfaced on tech social media spaces claiming Samsung was poised to launch the Galaxy S24 series with the promise of seven years of major OS upgrades. That rumor now looks to have been misleading.

Nvidia RTX 40 Super series cards are over the horizon. The earliest launch, which is for the GeForce RTX 4070 Super, is set for January 17. But Newegg and BestBuy have already listed the factory-overclocked models, revealing the pricing information of custom GPUs.

LG has unveiled the 2024 Styler multi-function, garment care closet. This unit can be setup in any room to clean, steam, dehumidify, deodorize, and undust clothes. Additionally, the new Styler can kill the human coronavirus in addition to common bacteria, viruses, and bed bugs.

The Atari 400 is celebrating a small comeback: the mini-console with the look of a home computer from 1983 will be launched in March together with 25 games and a USB joystick. The device will also be able to play ROM games from a USB stick.

The Blackview BL8000 is a new 5G smartphone with a second display. Battery recharging is said to be quick, the use of two SIM cards is possible, and a number of certifications attest to the smartphone's robustness. The high brightness of the 6.78-inch display is also advertised.

(Update 2: More leaked Unboxing-photos and promos confirm additional features) Samsung might copy Google and increase update support to seven years starting with the Galaxy S24 series, according to reliable sources this weekend. Further promo images have also been leaked, advertising some camera and AI features, whereas the latter might cost extra down the road.

With his channel "The Game Theorists", MatPat is one of the most well-known faces on YouTube. What fans have suspected for some time is now a sad certainty: the YouTuber is calling it quits. But MatPat doesn't plan to leave the scene completely.

Philips has unveiled the 5000 series Smart Deadbolt for residential homes. This lock is equipped with the most secure, smart lock authentication method available - a palm scanner that examines the vein patterns underneath the skin. Optional entry methods include using a pin number, Wi-Fi authentication, or key.

The Oukitel OT8 is a new Android tablet with decent features, including a cellular modem and support for high-resolution playback of media content from streaming service providers.

TCL's CSOT R&D division has indicated that it might help build the 14-inch laptop displays of the future based on some of its current OLED prototypes. Some of these PCs might have improved outdoor visibility thanks to high-brightness Ultra Tandem technology, while others might be high-res with rich colors and 120Hz VRR technology. TCL has also developed a Frequency Division Display for smartphones that might be able to exhibit 2 or even 3 different refresh rates simultaneously.

BOE's latest Las Vegas outing demonstrates its latest cutting-edge display prototypes, and is also the first to draw attention to the brands under which it will be selling such products in markets such as the United States. For example, its line of foldable OLED products - such as the new ambi-sliding flexible display - will be handled by f-OLED, whereas others such as the curved 27-inch 4K Mini LED monitor is part of the OEM's α-MLED division.

The potent Android tablet has seen a price decrease to $677.49, at a 26% discount on Amazon. The Tab S9 offers a variety of features, from its sturdy design to its advanced technology, with 11”screen and 256 GB storage.

A leaked listing from Best Buy Canada details a new version of the PlayStation 5's DualSense controller with double the battery life of the current model. While the page was quickly removed, this listing could hint at an update for the PS5's controller coming soon.

Various marketing images for Bose's next pair of high-end earbuds have surfaced online. Sporting a design unlike the company's current earbuds, the Open Ear Clips TWS will rival the likes of the Huawei FreeClip and Sony LinkBuds when they arrive later this year.

Gigabyte has now released a new 17-inch gaming laptop built around modern Intel processors and NVIDIA GPUs. The AORUS 17 (2024) also has a huge battery and numerous ports, among other features.

Belkin has updated its wireless charger lineup by introducing two Belkin Qi2 wireless chargers at CES 2024. These can charge Apple iPhones at 15 watts and should also be compatible with future Android phones that come with the new Qi2 standard.

AMD has showcased the Ryzen 8000G Hawk Point desktop APUs at CES 2024. During an interview with PCWorld at the event, Donny Woligroski, the Senior Processor Technical Marketing Manager at AMD, recommended pairing the APUs with dual-channel DDR5-6000 memory for the best possible performance.

The Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software has been granted FDA De Novo approval. This non-invasive software uses MRI brain scans with cognitive test scores to score the likelihood of a patient developing Alzheimer’s disease within five years to alert doctors early on.

After four years without a trace, Samsung Ballie graces the stage once again in a video demonstration ahead of CES 2024. The rolling robot is now a projector, smart home assistant and a hub for other connected devices.

The $349 Lockly Visage is a smart lock that leverages a wide range of locking and unlocking options – from eKeys and RFID cards to biometrics. It should roll out publicly this summer, and a backwards-compatible Lockly hub is also expected later in the year.

XGIMI has shown the HORIZON Max 4K projector at CES 2024. The new model has a dual light source for brightness of up to 3,100 ISO lumens, with support for Dolby Vision and IMAX Enhanced. Plus, the device has enhanced intelligent image-perfecting tools, thanks partly to a motorized gimbal.

The X account of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, which oversees and regulates investments, was hacked earlier this week. The hackers created a false post stating that Bitcoin ETFs had been approved for trading. The hack was confirmed by X.

Users often only find out what a USB Type-C cable can do by trying it out. The USB Forum has been campaigning for appropriate logos for a long time and recently showed Notebookcheck.com correctly labeled cables for the first time.

The Realme 12 Pro will soon be launched as an extremely interesting midrange smartphone that packs a high-quality main camera with a Sony IMX890 sensor and a periscope telephoto camera into a particularly stylish case, as the first teasers and hands-on images show.

AMD promises nothing less than frame generation for (almost) all games on January 24, when Fluid Motion Frame Generation will finally accompany the stable drivers for the Radeon RX 6000 and RX 7000 series. This is expected to result in significantly higher frame rates, also in conjunction with the Radeon 780M iGPU.

A second display and 5G with dual SIM functionality: Doogee is launching a new and particularly robust smartphone in the V20S. The model also comes with a high-performing SoC and extensive features.