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The iPhone SE 4 could be a while off yet, but numerous rumours about a fourth-generation model have already surfaced online. Now, high-resolution render images visualise current expectations, including the adoption of modern iPhone features like an Action Button and USB Type-C connectivity.

German company ZF, claims that brake-by-wire is the future of EV deceleration tech, touting range increases of up to 17%. The dry system uses electric motors to generate braking force, as opposed to hydraulic fluid. The company also brags about the system having shorter braking distances by up to nine metres.

The T5 Evo is Samsung's latest portable SSD and one that should be more robust than many of the company's other models. The T5 Evo is available in three storage capacities up to 8 TB, all for relatively attractive prices.

The MessengerPi is a messenger that can transmit messages over a distance of up to 3 miles. It's also possible to order a walkie-talkie, but this is expected to offer a significantly shorter range.

The 2021 MacBook Pro 14 might be two generations old at this point, but bargain hunters who don't want to pay Apple's lofty prices for the 32GB RAM upgrade can now save a considerable amount of money as an online retailer is selling the M1 Pro-powered laptop at a huge discount.

The Nuki Smart Lock and Smart Lock Pro 4th generation are now available in Europe. The new models are compatible with Matter and will soon support Thread for a wide range of remote control options. Plus, the new Keypad 2 allows you to unlock your door with a fingerprint or code.

Realme has confirmed that its next GT-series Android smartphone will launch as a "dual-engine flagship" with a unique combination of features soon. In the meantime, its rear panel has starred in a new leak that purports to flaunt its Huawei Mate 50 Pro-like camera hump ahead of its official reveal.

Opal has released the Tadpole, a webcam that intends to provide excellent audio and image quality while maintaining a compact form factor. Weighing in at just 45 g including a USB Type-C cable, the Opal Tadpole utilises the Sony IMX582, a 48 MP sensor found in various Xiaomi and Samsung smartphones.

To help with asynchronous work, Zoom has added a new feature that allows users to record, edit, and share videos. It seeks to eliminate the need for unnecessary emails or meetings.

Sony has released Android 14 for the Xperia 10 V, the second smartphone it has updated to Google's latest Android version. Arriving as 68.1.A.2.93, Android 14 brings various new features and improvements to the Xperia 10 V, albeit only to devices sold in the EU and UK for now.

Nothing has introduced 'Nothing Chats', an app that brings iMessage support to Android. Seemingly, Nothing has designed Nothing Chats to simplify the process of switching from iPhones to its latest smartphone, the Nothing Phone (2).

A Samsung executive says the company has no plans to launch affordable foldables, refuting earlier rumours. It is also undecided on Fan Edition (FE) variants of the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip phones.

New information about the specifics of the POCO X6 5G has surfaced online. Seemingly, Xiaomi plans to re-use the Redmi Note 13 Pro for the POCO X6 5G, which it will offer globally. The POCO X6 5G may launch without the Redmi Note 13 Pro's 200 MP primary camera, though.

Samsung's next trio of flagship Android smartphones are alleged to have appeared on Twitter/X in advance of their launch - albeit possibly in the form of non-working demo units. The new leak purports to confirm each top-end S24-series variant's design upgrades - or almost total lack thereof, that is. Then again, another tipster purports to debunk these new live images.

Thanks to a massive 41% early Black Friday deal, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NA has dropped by US$900 on Amazon. While Samsung released this monitor in 2021, it was ahead of its time with Quantum HDR2000, 1000R curvature, 240Hz refresh rate, and lightning-fast response times.

Garmin has launched the Descent Mk3 and Mk3i dive computers and smartwatches in countries worldwide. There are five new products with varying display sizes, straps and features. Tools included with the wearables include a new Dive Readiness score, SubWave communication technology and a greater maximum operating depth of 200m (~656 ft).

The Descent G1 Solar – Ocean Edition is the third entry in Garmin's Descent G1 series. Available exclusively with solar charging, the Ocean Edition is said to be Garmin's 'most sustainable multiuse watch ever'.

Asus intends to be the first to release AI-centric PC systems in 2024. At first, these will be targeted at content creators and enterprise clients, so the price points will be on the premium side. Most PC OEMs are expected to release similar systems next year, so prices should come down in a few years.

RedMagic claims to bring something new and potentially long-awaited to the Android smartphone world with its upcoming 9 Pro-series flagships: a completely symmetrical profile without a giant protruding camera hump. Even though the devices' rear cameras may be hidden under glass, their frames might be no thicker than those of the average top-end handset.

The first references for AMD's refreshed Phoenix architecture have been added to the PCI ID Repository. Phoenix3 is most likely a refresh for Phoenix1 and Phoenix4 may be a Phoenix2 refresh, both of which are expected to launch with the Hawk Point processor early next year.

Honor has outlined initial details for the Honor 100 and Honor 100 Pro, its follow-ups to the Honor 90 series. Building on spring's Honor 90 series, the Honor 100 and Honor 100 Pro sport eye-catching and unusual designs, both with quad-curved displays.

A new leak says that AMD is working on two new CPUs with 3D V-cache, the Ryzen 5 5500X3D and the Ryzen 7 7700X3D. Both feature 96 MB of L3 cache and are underclocked versions of their better-specced siblings.

One-Netbook has revealed more details about the ONEXGPU, its alternative to the GPD G1 eGPU. Based around the AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT like its GPD counterpart, the One-Netbook ONEXGPU adds an Ethernet connection, an additional video output and has a built-in M.2 2280 slot for PCIe SSDs.

Zendure is now accepting pre-orders for its Flexible Solar Panels, which have a rated maximum power of 210W. These lightweight panels, which can be bent to fit a curved surface, are designed for use in a balcony power plant and can be purchased in packs of two, four, six or eight.

In a bid to improve the accuracy of current genome editing methods, ORNL scientists have generated excitement over the potential of their AI model to create sustainable fuels.

Google will delete inactive accounts and their associated content starting Dec 1, 2023 (no sign-in for 2+ years). Inactive accounts increase hack risk and use up storage space. Users should sign in or delete unused accounts to avoid deletion.

Garmin Health, a division of smartwatch maker Garmin, has partnered with Labfront to offer an award worth US$1,750 to assist research into mental health. The goal of the hardware and software award is to accelerate data collection and analysis for improved mental health research and solutions.

Signify has launched the Philips Hue Black Friday sale in markets including the US, the UK and the Netherlands. Customers can save up to 45% on individual items, 30% when choosing two or more smart lights and accessories, or 25% off when they buy two or more smart lamps. Products included in the sale vary by region.

Amazon’s early Black Friday deal has knocked the Beelink SEi12 by 43%. The variant with 16 GB of RAM and 500 GB of storage is currently listed at US$309, down from US$539.

Serial leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead is at it again with a new set of leaks regarding the release date information of Intel Arrow Lake, Panther Lake, and Nova Lake LLC (Last Level Cache) CPUs. The leaker alleges that Team Blue’s given release timeline for Intel 18A is misleading and we won’t see any Panther Lake chips until late 2025.

MSI has presented a new graphics card, which is said to be characterized by its particularly small dimensions. This makes the powerful video accelerator suitable for use in compact systems - even if you don't want to miss out on the enjoyment of video games.

With the Soundcore H30i, Anker is launching a new on-ear headphone on the market. The model, which costs just under 40 euros, offers up to 70 hours of battery life and Bluetooth 5.3 including Multipoint Connection.

Just four weeks after its launch, the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 are already receiving steep discounts in Australia. While it is not unusual for Google to discount its new Pixels over the Black Friday sales period, the discounts have hit early and are much larger than we’ve typically seen this early into a launch cycle.

AOC, a Taiwanese brand known for its budget-friendly monitors, has debuted a brand-new mini PC. Called the AOC Moss M7, the unit comes equipped with the Ryzen R7 7840HS CPU, 32 GB of RAM, and 2 TB of storage. It is priced at CNY3799, which is around US$521.

Amazon has already started offering Black Friday deals well ahead of the actual event. And if you’re shopping for wireless earbuds, you wouldn’t want to miss out on this deal on Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. It’s currently available with a massive US$80 discount.

Weighing just 1 kg, an OLED display with 5 million pixels and a CPU that exploits its full potential despite its slim design: the outstanding final score of the Asus ExpertBook is hardly surprising. Only one aspect should be viewed critically.

A possibly leaked picture appears to show the Garmin Descent Mk3 series watch-style dive computer. Four models are shown, which could correspond to the rumored Descent Mk3, Descent Mk3i, Descent Mk3S and Descent Mk3Si. Expected features include an AMOLED display, built-in flashlight and SubWave sonar technology.

With high-end features, the 8.03-inch Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is competing against foldable top dogs such as the Google Pixel Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, and at a very competitive price. Officially, it is only available in China, but can also be purchased via importers.

Volvo recently presented its first fully electric van, the EM90. Based on the Geely Zeekr 009, the Volvo EM90 is therefore a luxuriously equipped electric MPV with plenty of space and comfort as well as high safety standards thanks to modern assistance systems.

The Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar from Bose is now on sale at Amazon as the world's largest online retailer currently grants a considerable 40% discount on the white color variant of the Smart Soundbar 900, which results in a new all-time low.

Microsoft has unveiled the world's first official Xbox controller made from chocolate, making it completely edible. In keeping with the new Wonka film, there is also an Xbox Series X in a chocolate design and a controller in burgundy. These products will be raffled off and thus cannot be purchased.

Vivo has started selling the X100 and X100 Pro, its latest flagship smartphones. The Vivo X100 pair not only showcase MediaTek's Dimensity 9300 chipset but also LPDDR5T RAM. Vivo equips the X100 and X100 Pro with plenty of other flagship hardware too, although the latter has better cameras than the former.

Official-looking render images of the Galaxy xCover7 have leaked online, likely a few months before Samsung refreshes its rugged smartphone series. Reputedly, the Galaxy xCover7 could be a Galaxy A55 in disguise, which is expected to showcase the Samsung Exynos 1480 chipset.

JSAUX has announced its online Black Friday sale early, with 25% off some of its Steam Deck accessories, not to mention its new iPhone 15 cases. However, the best deal might be the nearly 70% off deal on the brand's innovative 7-in-1 Docking Station. The accessory offers expansion to extra ports to USB-C devices, and also includes a way to store cables on the go.

Canoo's aptly-named American Bulldog brings short-snouted, quirky looks to the off-road scene. The American Bulldog is touted as a minimalist, functional off-road pickup truck designed for “work, adventure, and service.” It should deliver the same AWD drivetrain and 200+ miles of range as the standard Canoo pickup.

Vivo has presented the Watch 3, an affordable smartwatch available in several finishes. The Vivo Watch 3 is also a showcase for BlueOS, a new OS that supports third-party apps and helps the smartwatch achieve up to 16 days of battery life from a single charge.

The ThinkStation P8 is Lenovo's latest workstation and one that it bases around AMD's Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7000 WX series. The workstation has extensive configuration options too, with seven storage drives, seven PCIe slots, eight DIMM slots and a choice between four AMD or NVIDIA GPU solutions.

ThundeRobot announced the MIX gaming mini PC back in September of this year. Featuring a starting price tag of CNY5499 (around US$754), the initial launch had a limited stock. Now, ThundeRobot has restocked the mini PC and is offering all the different configurations of the system.

RedMagic has set the date on which its next-gen flagship Android smartphones will be unleashed. They are backed to improve on their 8 Pro and Pro Plus forebears with an even more premium SoC and all-round performance that should go beyond even their brand's hallmark gamer appeal. They may also rock some of the Android market's best-developed camera-under-panel displays and active cooling technology.

According to a reliable leaker, Microsoft plans to bring a huge discount to the Xbox Series X in time for Black Friday 2023. The deal will bring the console below its previous price and should be running for a week throughout the final days of November. Update: Microsoft now rumoured to have discounted the Series X by even more than previous leak suggested.