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The best is yet to come: As part of its Google Pixel 8 presentation, the Pixel team also announced a feature that is intended to significantly improve nighttime video recordings on the Pixel 8 Pro, but will only be delivered as part of an update. An analysis of the latest Google Photos app provides clues of how the soon-to-be launched feature will actually work.

German retailers have started listing the upcoming Acer laptops powered by the latest Intel Meteor Lake CPUs. Specifically, they come with the “Core Ultra” processors, the first laptop CPUs built on the Intel 4 architecture. As for the pricing, the variant with Core Ultra 5 125H is listed at EUR999 (US$1088), while the laptop with Core Ultra 7 155H has a listing price of EUR1249 (US$1360).

Orange Pi has started the pre-sales of the AIpro SBC. It’s a development board that Orange Pi built with Huawei, bringing the Ascend AI technology. During the pre-sale phase, the variant with 8 GB of RAM is going for CNY889, which is around US$125.

2023 saw the introduction of an almost infinite number of smartphones. Even though launch events are still far from over, especially in China at the beginning of December, the first yearly reviews (and their winners and losers) are emerging.

The ChromaKit is a retrofit solution for 3D printers, enabling them to handle multi-color printing. This kit saves on a new purchase and is marketed as a complete solution.

This attractive AMD configuration of the ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 not only features a powerful Zen 4 processor, the 16-inch laptop also sports a vibrant OLED display with 4K resolution, HDR support and a respectable peak brightness of 500 nits. Thanks to two combinable coupon codes, Lenovo's mobile workstation has become quite affordable.

Nothing has a new smartphone in the works - however, it is not a third-gen flagship, according to the latest rumors. Instead, this new device is tipped to launch as an affordable alternative to the current Phone (2), with a product name and model number to match. In any case, it seems its design will come as no surprise to fans of Carl Pei's brand.

The OPPO Find X7 is thought to launch as an Android flagship smartphone with nearly all of the features of its Pro sibling despite its vanilla status. They include an advanced telephoto lens as one of its rear cameras, according to the latest leak. The device is now thought to get a display with the potential for "new" brightness and power-efficiency specs.

Capcom has confirmed that it has plans to remake more Resident Evil games. While remakes have been a part of the franchise since its early days, Capcom has become quite aggressive about them. And it seems the success of the past remakes is fueling the game developer's future plans with the franchise.

The Open is the first foldable smartphone OnePlus has ever launched, yet is backed to withstand no less than 1,000,000 uses of its hinge over its lifetime. The OEM also claims it is further reinforced with materials such as carbon fiber and a titanium alloy. Now, the device has challenged the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 in terms of JerryRigEverything bend test survival.

Since deepfake images created by AI have been circulating at a school, lawmakers want to take stricter action against creators and distributors of non-consensual deepfakes. With the advancement of AI, creating such fake images with the aid of different apps is becoming increasingly effortless.

The Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro 14 features a 2.8K AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, as well as an Intel Core i7-1360P processor paired with 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. It can now be picked up at Amazon for under US$1,000 thanks to a recent price reduction.

A somewhat extraordinary GTA 6 claim has been made by a game developer on social media. It seems the keenly awaited Rockstar Games’ title could be part of a special PS5 marketing deal with a potential PlayStation 5 Pro bundle in the pipeline. On top of that, Grand Theft Auto fans wanting to enjoy the experience on PC may have to wait.

Currently available on Amazon Samsung Store for US$599.99, this Android tablet has been named CNET's Best Android Tablet for 2023. Featuring a 12.4-inch AMOLED screen and an upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, it boasts impressive specs.

In the latest firmware update for Google Nest Hub users, Fuchsia version 14 fixes bluetooth-related audio bugs, improves Matter support and finally resolves the detection of "spurious overnight presences".

Bitmagic has announced a closed alpha test of its game development system powered by generative AI. By simply typing what you want, users can create playable games in minutes. This will democratize game creation by allowing anyone to make games they envision and enjoy.

Earlier this year, the presentation files for the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite mentioned a "Windows OS" different from Windows 11, which might be its successor. The unconfirmed Windows release generally known as Windows 12 for now is scheduled to arrive by June 2024, reveals a new report from Taiwan.

To achieve fast Cybertruck charging on the current non-800V infrastructure, Tesla splits the battery in packs, just like phone makers do. Tesla promises 128 miles of added range for 15 minutes of Cybertruck charging which beats the Model Y charging speeds.

Samsung's upcoming mid-range, the Galaxy A55, will supposedly use an Exynos 1480 SoC with an AMD GPU. Otherwise, it is essentially identical to its predecessor, the Galaxy A54.

Samsung looks set to give the Galaxy S24 series a solid upgrade in thermal performance. A new rumor points to big increases in the size of the vapor chambers the company has planned for the forthcoming devices.

The overall AI industry witnessed remarkable growth, with an average of 2 billion visits per month over the past year. This upward trajectory accelerated in the last six months, reaching a peak of 3.3 billion visits.

Elden Ring's first (and likely only) story-driven DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is unlikely to be launched to be anytime soon. However, development is moving smoothly, and FromSoftware says it will reveal more about it when the time is right.

Sporting a 27-inch Fast IPS panel with a 180 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time, the Alienware AW2724DM is a QHD Display HDR 600-certified gaming monitor with a list price of US$499.99 on Amazon (which is US$100 above its launch price). Thanks to a 34% discount, its price is now down to US$329.99.

The Dream Glass Lead SE is a new pair of AR glasses designed to allow users to enjoy media content on the go without being disturbed. Financing is to be provided by a crowdfunding campaign.

AOC U27N3RB has officially launched in the Chinese market. With a price tag of CNY1999 (US$282), this 27-inch monitor has a lot to offer. Its main highlights include a 4K IPS panel, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, 100% sRGB and 91% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and a multi-functional USB interface.

Announced back in August of this year, the Minisforum MS-01 mini PC has officially entered the mass production phase. The workstation will likely make its debut on December 20, and the first batch will offer Intel Core i9-13900H and i9-12900H CPU options.

A BMW iX test vehicle with an Our Next Energy dual-chemistry battery has achieved 608 miles (979 km) of range on the WLTP test cycle. The dual-chemistry approach reached the 600-mile mark at least three years before Toyota predicts it will have solid-state battery technology ready to deliver similar range.

CD Projekt Red has announced the Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 2.1 will arrive on December 5 across all platforms. It brings forth a few gameplay changes and adds some minor tweaks, such as new romance options.

Alongside a slew of new features available for public preview, the first-gen Nest Cam now has full support on the Google Home app. The app also allows custom clipping of footage from Nest cameras and can detect when you leave your garage door open.

The Arma Scooter is a new electric scooter that is reportedly very easy to transport and can even fit easily into a backpack. The model is currently available for pre-order at a greatly reduced price.

Valve has brought an official Steam Link app to Meta Quest headsets. Available on the Quest 2, Quest 3 and Quest Pro, Steam Link appears to have replaced existing solutions like Air Link and Virtual Desktop.

Huawei is spearheading China's semiconductor initiative. The tech giant, which has been heavily sanctioned by the USA, will soon develop, manufacture and sell computer chips itself without having to rely on the technology of international corporations.

The Galaxy S24 series remains over a month away from its expected launch date. In the meantime, the FCC has certified all models, as well as a new S Pen for the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Unusually, the FCC has shown what the latter's stylus looks like ahead of its official introduction too.

Wild Bastards will follow up the cult success of Void Bastards, featuring the same unique graphics and RTS gameplay elements as the original. The new game will launch in early 2024, and players will travel throughout the galaxy, gun slinging and developing their skills with 13 playable characters.

The most comprehensive leak of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series has turned up online courtesy of Windows Report. Not only has the website shown the handset in official press shots, but it has also detailed various key specifications. As expected, Samsung has removed the 10x telephoto camera from the next Ultra, which it has replaced with a 50 MP and 5x optical sensor.

Aside from the titanium frame, the Action button is the most significant design innovation of the iPhone 15 Pro. Next year, this versatile, user-programmable button will also be installed in the cheaper models of the iPhone 16 series and will be able to detect pressure.

The appealing AMD configuration of the latest 2023 ThinkPad X13 has been put on sale for one of its lowest prices thus far as Lenovo currently grants a substantial US$800 discount on the compact 13-inch business laptop.

Netflix subscribers will soon be able to download and play three "Grand Theft Auto" games at no extra cost on both Apple iPhone and Android smartphones. This is because Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition is being added to the Netflix games library.

The Philips Ambilight PUS8108 TV is currently up to 25% off in the UK at Amazon and AO.com. The 4K LED model is available in various sizes ranging from 43-in to 77-in, with discounts differing by size. The TV's Ambilight projects a colored halo of light behind your TV for a more immersive experience, with other features including Dolby Vision and voice commands.

The most powerful version in Microsoft's current-gen console lineup has received its steepest discount thus far as Walmart is now selling the Xbox Series X for just US$349 including free shipping.

A Nintendo Switch Mini or Nintendo Switch Pocket handheld console could be in the pipeline according to a popular X-based leaker. It seems the source has dug up numerous patents that point to a miniature Switch, although patents often lead to nothing more than the public description of an idea. However, this hasn’t stopped the leaker predicting a price and release date for a Switch Mini.

Apple has released an urgent software update for iPhones and has urged users to install it. The update will fix issues with WebKit, Apple's web browser engine. The same update is also available for iPads and MacBooks.

Xiaomi has refreshed the Redmi Book 14, a 14-inch laptop that mysteriously resembles an Apple MacBook Pro 14 in official shots. Arriving six months after its predecessor, the Redmi Book 14 2024 combines a 2.8K and 120 Hz display with a 56 Wh battery and a modern Intel processor, among other features.

New benchmark leaks have revealed new details about the POCO X6 5G, an upcoming smartphone that will be based around the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset. Launching with Android 13 and 12 GB of RAM, the POCO X6 5G appears destined for a global release alongside the Redmi Note 13 Pro upon which it is based.

Developer Rockstar Games has finally revealed the release date of the highly anticipated GTA 6 trailer, for which fans of the wildly successful open-world action game only have to wait a few more days. Even an exact time is mentioned.

Unboxing and teardown videos of the Redmi K70 Pro have already surfaced online. Surprisingly, Xiaomi's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered handset is comparatively repairable, although it does not fully utilise its bundled 120 W power adapter, nor can it reach 4,000 nits in most display tests.

Decathlon has discounted the Rockrider E-ST 100 electric bicycle in countries including the UK, France and Sweden. Customers are offered up to 20% off the older model, with the deal and stock availability differing by region. Features of the e-bike include a 250W motor, 380Wh battery and handlebar-mounted LCD.

A report out of Korea may have offered some hope for Nintendo fans wishing for a Switch 2 with an OLED panel. Recent rumors about the next-generation console have lent toward the idea that the Nintendo Switch 2 would come with a cost-cutting LCD panel. However, multiple models would increase the chances of a Switch 2 OLED model turning up at some point.

The rumored 14 Ultra is now slated to launch with the fastest wireless charging Xiaomi can provide; on the other hand, this leak also indicates that an upgrade for its wired charging will not be forthcoming. On the other hand, the supposedly upcoming super-flagship might have the edge on the 14, 14 Pro and 13 Ultra in another way.

Huawei's next horizontally-folding smartphone will come as one of a crop of next-gen mobile devices that will also include the brand's next Kirin 5G-powered devices, according to a new leak. The clamshell is slated to have a design most like its highest-end predecessor, albeit with some tweaks of its own.