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Gigabyte has confirmed that 2024 versions of the AORUS 17 and 15 are on the way, and that, furthermore, they will be "Intel Core Ultra 7"-powered laptops. They are also touted to land as high-refresh rate gaming machines with custom cooling technology for their RTX 4000-series graphics. The AORUS-series PCs are also backed to come with extra AI features in this upcoming generation.

As the latest hands-on photo of the Galaxy S24 Ultra camera shows, comparatively little changes in Samsung's flagships from year to year. A usually quite reliable leaker has put the spotlight on what we can expect from the cameras of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra in the coming years.

The driver of a Tesla Model 3 involved in a serious crash with both a concrete safety barrier and a transport truck has managed to survive the incident, which took place on December 16 in Ontario, Canada. Police took photographs of the wrecked Tesla Model 3 and shared them on social media, with commenters praising Tesla’s life-saving car design.

The OPPO Find X7 Pro has yet to launch as a new premium Android smartphone, yet has allegedly appeared in another new render in advance. This one contradicts the first such tip attributed to the high-end device, in that it has a considerably different camera hump in this new image. Typical OPPO attributes such as an extra Hasselblad logo are still included, however.

Mankind shouldn't scoff at oil and gas as transitional energy sources in the climate change fight interim, argues Elon Musk. Tesla's CEO spoke out at a conference organized by the Italian prime minister Meloni.

iQOO has confirmed that it will launch the Neo9 and 9 Pro later in December 2023 - however, according to the latest leaks, the premium mid-range Android smartphones will bring an entire ecosystem of products along with them. They are said to include the brand's first round AMOLED display smartwatch, as well as some new wireless earphones.

It took many months of delay, but the 150 kWh semi-solid-state electrolyte battery pack with 600+ miles of range is now in a production ET7. None other than NIO's chief is taking it on a country trip to test the range and live streaming the experience.

The MagHub 3 from Invzi is not only a versatile stand for tablets, but also expands the iPad Pro with a whole range of connections, such as HDMI at 4K@60Hz and various USB ports.

The Lichee Pad Max 4A is a new 2-in-1 tablet that can be used as an alternative to a notebook. It comes with a relatively large screen and weighs around one kilogram.

German Bionic has launched the Apogee+ exoskeleton with robotic motors. This powered wearable helps nurses and other healthcare workers lift and move heavy patients with greater ease, less strain, and improved stamina.

Asus NUC 13 Rugged has launched with the aim of delivering reliable performance in unreliable conditions. It can withstand environments that most PCs can’t and is qualified for 24/7 sustained operation. The mini PC also packs a decent set of specs, offers versatile mounting options, and has a good number of connectivity ports.

According to a recent report, things are going from bad to worse for customers of manufacturer VanMoof. Buyers or owners of an e-bike from the brand should thus have little expectation of refunds or repairs.

Google appears to be planning to replace Google Assistant on Pixel phones and launch a Pixel-exclusive new assistant called "Pixie" with the introduction of the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. Thanks to Gemini, among other things, it is likely to be much more powerful and personalized and also possible to use on low-power devices such as the Pixel Watch.

Google MedML is an AI language model developed specifically for the healthcare sector and is now available to Google Cloud customers in the US via the Vertex AI platform.

Once again, it can be said that Apple is a few years behind trends in the Android world. While Android camera flagships with three or even four 50 MP sensors are no longer unusual, Apple is only very hesitantly approaching this goal. At least one analyst expects the iPhone 17 Pro Max to be on this level by 2025.

Just like the slightly less powerful Core i5 model, the more potent configuration of the first-gen ThinkPad X1 Nano has now also fallen below the $600 mark thanks to a noteworthy laptop deal from a reputable online retailer, which grants a substantial discount of $1,859 relative to the original list price.

iQOO has now confirmed that it will launch the Neo9 series of Android smartphones, and also the date on which this event will occur. However, according to less official sources, that is not all the brand will have to unveil on that day. The Neo9 and Neo9 Pro are tipped to launch alongside a more affordable version of iQOO's current flagship tablet.

Honor has announced that it has a product to launch later in December 2023 - however, it is a tablet rather than a certain upcoming flagship smartphone. Regardless, the Pad 9 is now backed to launch with next-gen "soft light" display technology for enhanced user comfort and, according to a famous leaker, a spec not often seen in its price range.

Kojima Productions and 505 Games have postponed the launch of Death Stranding Director’s Cut for Apple devices. Initially, it was planned to debut at the end of this year. Now, the launch is scheduled for early 2024.

Xinjuneng has announced a one-of-a-kind laptop. It comes with the AMD EPYC lineup of CPUs, which, as you may know, are made for servers. But it’s not just the CPU that makes the laptop unique. The Yunguai REV-9 also has NVIDIA RTX 4080 and built-in split liquid cooling.

Google DeepMind's new AI is developing numerous materials, including for EV batteries, solar cells, computer chips and much more. In addition, the new A-Lab laboratory is taking material development to a next level by combining robotics and machine learning.

Apolosign has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its PackGo portable monitor. The 27-inch touchscreen has a 1080p resolution and comes fitted inside a briefcase to make it easy to transport. Other features of the Android GMS-certified device include a built-in battery, integrated speakers and various ports allowing you to connect gadgets like a Nintendo Switch.

A reference to the use of AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution technology in Apple’s Legal & Regulatory disclosures has revealed that Apple’s MetalFX is powered by AMD’s graphics upscaling technology. AMD’s tech is open source, which would have made it an expedient pathway to integrating the technology into Apple’s platforms.

Tesla cars without Ryzen computing chips and with ultrasonic parking sensors are seemingly not getting the new High Fidelity Park Assist feature. It is rolling with the 2023 Tesla Holiday Update and brings LiDAR-like 3D visualizations in real time.

Motorola is preparing a new entry-level smartphone, which it intends to sell as the Moto G04. Arriving soon in four colour options, the Moto G04 will feature a 16 MP single camera and Motorola's new design language.

A renowned leaker has revealed the Moto G24, a mid-range smartphone that will set between the Moto G14 and Moto G34 in Motorola's new Moto G series. The Moto G24 will be available in at least three colours, all with 50 MP primary cameras.

DJI has released the Ronin 4D-8K, a new camera system that offers 4-axis gimbal stabilisation. Built around the also new Zenmuse X9-8K camera sensor, the Ronin 4D-8K sells for over $10,000 before factoring DJI's abundance of official accessories.

Early information about a future Nothing smartphone has surfaced online, months before the company's MWC 2024 hardware launch event. Reportedly arriving as the Nothing Phone (2a) and under development as the 'A142', the unreleased smartphone is said to be a return to the mid-range market for Nothing and the company's first reliant on a MediaTek chipset.

Thunderobot has announced the MIX PRO AI mini PC. It features the newly released Intel Core Ultra 5 125H CPU, packs 32 GB of RAM, and has 1 TB of Gen4 NVMe SSD. Thunderobot hasn't said anything yet about availability, but it should hit the shelves of the Chinese market in early 2024.

REMastered Sleep has launched the REMplenish Jr Myo-Nozzle to strengthen children tongues and throat muscles. Weak tongues and throat muscles affect the development of their airways resulting in breathing and other health problems. The REMplenish Jr can be used with a water bottle or straw to improve tongue muscle strength.

The third generation of Amazon Echo Frames has been launched in the USA, but reviews from individual media sites have been restrained. The appearance of the Echo Frames is good, but the functionality is inadequate.

BenQ has introduced a new monitor, the Zowie XL2586X. The model has an almost absurdly high refresh rate and is operated via an external controller - for example in regard to the various picture modes.

The Ride1Up CF Racer1 features a carbon frame and fork and weighs in at as little as 27.4 lbs. The CF Racer1 comes in two different versions, with subtle differences to the equipment and tyres resulting in a slightly lighter Road variant and more capable Gravel version. Ride1Up pitches the CF Racer1 as an affordable carbon electric bike, starting at just $2,295.

The Xming Page One is a new LCD projector that has just entered the market. The projector from Formovie enables, among other things, a picture size of up to 120 inches and comes with Google TV and Netflix certification. For the sales launch, it comes at a discount and with a gift.

Mihogo has unveiled the One, a new e-bike characterized by its extreme, yet manageable range. Navigation is also possible via the compact display.

The large 17-inch gaming laptop from MSI is further equipped with a gorgeous QHD display with a refresh rate of 240Hz and full DCI-P3 color space coverage. In combination with an RTX 4070 and fast Core i9-13900H, the Vector GP77 is now on sale for 28 percent off MSRP.

MySmartPrice has provided numerous official images for the Moto G24 Power, another unreleased Motorola smartphone. Likely equipped with a larger battery capacity than its Moto G24 counterpart, the Moto G24 Power also lifts from the styling of recent Samsung and Oppo flagship smartphones.

A new leak has identified the Moto G34, an unreleased smartphone powered by a 5G chipset. The Moto G34 5G will be available in several colour options and will sport a new rear design language for Motorola's mid-range smartphone series.

Epic Games describes the result of its case in Northern California's District Court "a win for all app developers". The verdict is that Google does in fact exert a monopoly over distribution and billing mechanisms in the Play Store. Then again, the consequences for the Redmond giant have yet to be determined.

It appears that AOKZOE is finally ready to start selling the A2, its third gaming handheld after the A1 and A1 Pro. Based around a 7-inch display and an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU, the AOKZOE A2 also has a 48.5 Wh battery and LPDDR5X RAM, among other features.

The Z60 Ultra is officially on the way as Nubia's latest flagship Android smartphone for the international market. The brand has confirmed that it will have a "seamless" screen thanks to its OEM's under-display camera (UDC) tech to go with a new 35mm lens for its main 50MP rear camera. Its design and other unique attributes have been confirmed via its pre-launch Chinese social media presence.

Honor has indicated that its upcoming Magic6 series of flagship Android smartphones will have a top-end special edition. Furthermore, the OEM has collaborated with Porsche Design to deliver this premium device. The partners assert that it will become an instant classic on its impending launch.

MECHREVO iMini Pro has just become one of the first mini PCs to debut with the new Intel Meteor Lake CPUs. The tiny computer packs the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H CPU with Intel ARC graphics, 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, and 1 TB of superfast storage. It’s currently up on JD.com with a price tag of CNY4499, around $636. Open sales will start on January 11, 2024.

Some interesting PS5 Pro price speculation has resulted in the potential for Sony to perhaps only introduce a 10-20% price hike over the current PS5 Slim prices for a console that could be capable of offering more than a 30% performance increase. There are expectations that the PlayStation 5 Pro release date could land in September 2024.

Elon Musk's mom had some strong words to say to President Biden's administration for granting and snatching $886 million in federal rural Starlink Internet subsidy. Meanwhile, SpaceX prepares to launch its first satellites with direct-to-cell connectivity.

The new BIOS updates for the X670 mobos from Asus and ASRock include detailed specs for the upcoming Ryzen 8000G series. ASRock even shows a CPU-Z screen with the Ryzen 7 8700G coupled with 256 GB of DDR5 RAM.

The new OneXplayer X1 is presented as a 3-in-1 laptop with gaming features, although the teaser only shows the tablet form. It features an 11-inch LTPS touchscreen with 2.5K resolution and a fast OCulink port for external GPU connectivity. One-Netbook does not mention the exact processor, but the thickness of the device points to a Core Ultra-H 7 variant.

The Cybertruck may not be able to swim in the sea when the seas are "not too choppy" just yet, but it has a cool Wade mode that lets it cross rivers and streams. Tesla has found an ingenious way to seal the battery pack for the purpose.

Contrary to rumors, Apple does not have a foldable iPad in "intensive development". However, the plans for iPads with an OLED display are apparently being maintained.

A renowned source has detailed the ROG Phone 8 series, for which ASUS has created ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro models. While the pair look similar, ASUS appears to have distinguished the pair in at least three areas.