Kia has announced that it will unveil two new concept vehicles at its EV Day event this October. The concept EVs are expected to be the EV3 crossover and the EV4 saloon. The company will also use the event, expected to become an annual tradition, to provide more details on the recently revealed EV5.

Noise has launched the Luna ring in India, though the wearable is currently out of stock. The lightweight gadget can measure your heart rate, SpO2 level and skin temperature and track your sleep and exercise. According to Noise, the device should typically run for around five days.

New benchmarks of the Exynos 2400’s Xclipse 940 GPU have emerged online. It scores 1,656 points in Powerboard 4.0’s Sacred Path Vulkan test.

SRAM's Eagle Powertrain is an e-bike battery, motor, and controller setup that aims to make riding an eMTB a seamless experience. The 250 W (nominal) system comes with two ride modes and is compatible with 630 Wh or 720 Wh battery units from Brose.

New details about the Pixel Watch 2 have emerged, following hands-on demos with Google's latest smartwatch. Surprisingly, the Pixel Watch 2 is compatible with existing Fitbit chargers, but not the original Pixel Watch charger. This year's Pixel Watch adds inertial scrolling too, a welcome improvement from the first model.

Google may have now revealed the Pixel 8 Pro, but it is still remaining quiet about the smartphone's temperature sensor. Nonetheless, the likes of 9to5Google and MKBHD have offered some insights, including a demonstration of Google's new Thermometer app.

Google is bringing improved face unlock support to its Pixel smartphones, starting with the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. While the pair lack the advanced hardware of the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, the new Tensor G3 chipset apparently has the capabilities necessary to open Android's BiometricPrompt API to their front-facing cameras.

Intel Arc A580 graphics cards from ASRock and Sparkle have been spotted, leading to speculation that the boards will soon be released. Intel revealed the A580 as part of its Arc series in 2022, but the SKU still hasn’t seen the light of day. Pricing for the Arc A580 will be crucial as there is fierce competition from both Nvidia and AMD.

Hisense asserts that its L5H 4K Smart Laser TV is the best gateway to the "big-screen experience" as delivered by a high-end short-throw projector with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos. For those with even more of a big home cinema budget, there is the L9H with the OEM's hallmark TriChroma technology. Both Laser TVs also support Google TV and NEXTGEN TV, and come bundled with large ALR screens in the US.

Google asserts that its computational photo and video upgrades for the Pixel 8 series are as powerful as those of its camera hardware upgrades. The Redmond giant has unveiled new editing tweaks that work on the vanilla 8 as well as the 8 Pro such as Audio Magic Eraser; then again, the new Video Boost with Night Sight and new Pro mode are only available on the higher-end model.

Nvidia plans to launch a cut-down version of the GeForce RTX 3050 sometime next year. It will feature a GA107 GPU, 6 GB of VRAM on a 96-bit bus and has a TDP of 75 Watts.

The Solé Bicycles e-24 electric bike is now available to pre-order in North America. The model is the first e-bike from the brand, boasting a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) and up to 40 miles (~64 km) of range. Other features include 3-in thick tires, hydraulic disc brakes and a motorcycle-style seat.

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 series is now on sale, with 1TB, 2TB and 4TB options. The device has a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface and offers read/write speeds of up to 2,000MB/s. Other features include Dynamic Thermal Guard and management via the new Samsung Magician Software 8.0.

Although over US$200 above its lowest Amazon price, which was reached on November 21, 2022, the massive 49-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NA curved gaming monitor with 240 Hz refresh and 1 ms response time is now available for an attractive US$1,390.28. This is 37% down from the US$2,199 list price.

Apple has issued a new software update designed to address overheating issues that some have experienced on their iPhone 15 series handsets. Available as iOS 17.0.3, the update also fixes two major security issues that had remained unpatched until now.

It seems that Google is finally ready to take on Apple's industry-leading software support for its smartphones. Until now, no Android OEM has got close to matching the six years of support that iPhones receive. All that changes with the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro though, which will still receive Feature Drops when 2030 rolls around.

Fresh rumours based on posts on Chinese platform Weibo suggest that the upgraded ‘P’ version of the Leica M11 will be launched in late October. This follows previous ones from June suggesting the M11-P will be launched by the end of this year. Leica’s P versions feature small upgrades and design changes for street photographers.

Some new potential Nintendo Switch 2 release date clues have cropped up this week, with no less than three being provided by contrasting sources. Well-known tipster Tom Henderson has had something to say about the Switch 2, while Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has been discussing the “next console”. Wii U and 3DS software sunsetting has also come into play.

The Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted towing a SpaceX Raptor Vacuum engine around Starbase in Texas. Estimates put the Raptor engine at 3,500 pounds (1,588 kg). The Cybertruck's rear-wheel steering seems to come in handy when making tight manoeuvres while towing.

Google has re-released its flagship TWS earbuds in new colorways to mark its latest major product event. The Pixel Buds Pro will also soon upgrade to the Redmond giant's Clear Calling feature, and will also start optimizing latency in gaming soon. Then again, these new features are compatible with the new Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones.

A fresh leak from WCCFtech posits that the RX Radeon 7900M would be based on a cut-down Navi 31 chip with 72 CUs and 4608 stream processors plus 16 GB VRAM. On paper, this model should be twice as fast as the existing RX 7600M.

Japanese company Tassei Denki recently showed off a prototype Nintendo 3DS-look alike console powered by an undisclosed AMD Ryzen 5 chip. The console sports dual 90 Hz 1080p AMOLED displays and is capable of emulating 3DS games. Tassei Denki has no plans to release a public version of this console for now.

Xiaomi has made the Smart Band 8 Active available to order globally, shortly after it released the Smart Band 8 outside China. Available for under US$20 in the US, the Smart Band 8 Active has a 1.47-inch display, up to 14 days of battery life and is available in multiple colour options.

The ZBook Firefly workstation also packs 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage, a bright 14-inch IPS display with 2560 x 1600 resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate, 2x USB4 connectors, 5 MP webcam and fingerprint sensor, while the Targus DV4K docking station offers additional ports like GbE plus 5 more video outputs.

Today, Made by Google boss Rick Osterloh will take the stage and give us all the official details of the Pixel 8, the Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2. The final Android 14 version should also be available for older Pixel generations starting today. If you want to join us and millions of other viewers, watch the livestream here.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max impressed us in our test by offering a comparatively large amount of updates. We have summarized all the most important points for you, while bringing attention to which aspects require more work.

Apple could be using cheaper batteries with lower charge cycle counts in the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series, according to a tipster. This could explain recent reports of iPhone 14 users observing lower than expected battery capacity in their devices after less than a year of ownership.

RedGamingTech has reported release date information regarding the next-gen Xbox and PlayStation 6 consoles. Per the latest leak, since Sony has a PS5 Pro planned to release sometime in late 2024, the PS6 won’t be coming to the market until late 2027/2028. Additionally, RGT has also alleged some key improvements that Sony is eyeing for the PS6 including improved raytracing performance.

Decathlon has discounted various versions of its Elops 500 electric city bike in the EU, offering up to €150 off. The model comes with a step-through or stepover frame in several colors. Features of the e-bike include a 250W motor, 115 km (~71 miles) range and an LCD with an integrated USB port.

The Roborock Q5 Pro, Q5 Pro+, Q8 Max and Q8 Max+ robot vacuum and mops are now on sale with an introductory offer. Customers can get up to US$220 off the devices, with discounts offered at the brand’s store and Amazon. The vacuums have a maximum of 5,500 Pa suction power and a 5,200 mAh battery.

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2022) model on sale comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H processor, an Nvidia RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD.

One more to go! A few hours ahead of the official Pixel launch event today a leaker provides us with many new, official marketing images, but also some useful documents, such as the official spec sheets of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.Last but not least, we have the supposedly final US prices for all model variants including the Pixel Watch 2.

Volvo's first compact electric SUV is landing in the US at a downright affordable US$34,950 in early 2024. It will be offered in five different trims, starting with the Single Motor Extended Range Core trim and topping out at US$46,600 for the Twin Motor Performance AWD Ultra trim.

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Buds FE, a cheaper alternative to the likes of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. While Samsung's first Fan Edition earbuds start at under US$100, they retain ANC, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and 30 hours of battery life with their charging case factored in.

The Moaan inkPalm 5 Pro is Xiaomi's latest E-reader. Equipped with a 5.2-inch E Ink display, the Moaan inkPalm 5 Pro runs Android, has 64 GB of built-in storage and 24 colour temperature stages, among other features.

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus, both successors of sorts to the Galaxy Tab S7 FE. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE series starts at US$449, putting it squarely in mid-range territory.

Samsung has finally replaced the Galaxy S21 FE after an 18-month tenure. In its place arrives the Galaxy S23 FE, a 6.4-inch handset powered by an Exynos chipset in some markets and a Snapdragon equivalent in others. The Galaxy S23 FE starts at US$599 in the US, with a 256 GB of storage variant available for US$659.

Ford's new F-150 Lightning Flash trim will come standard with 320 miles of range and a 15.5-inch touchscreen infotainment display, with premium tech options filtering down to the US$69,995 trim. Starting in 2024, Ford will also equip all F-150 Lightning units with a battery heat pump for a cold-weather range boost.

Polar is preparing to launch the Vantage V3, a smartwatch that it is teasing as an athlete's dream. Arriving later this month, the Polar Vantage V3 will be available in multiple colour options but only one case size.

It seems that Google is already quietly working towards bringing a new foldable to market. Although the device is unlikely to arrive any time soon, Google is making preparations for 'Comet' within its codebase.

Vizio's budget soundbar will not produce the most impressive soundstage while watching blockbuster movies, but for shoppers with around US$100 to spend, the current 2023 iteration of the affordable V-Series can be worth consideration.

CheckMag Music lockers have always been curious creatures. Amazon, Google and Apple promised they would bring legacy music collections forward into the cloud age – but all three pivoted to streaming services as they saw the way the wind was blowing, leaving only a few of these rare beasts still surviving today.

Nokia has released a Limited Edition of its XR21 to celebrate the fact that it now sells smartphones manufactured in Europe. The new version of the rugged Android device has an exclusive colorway and will come with custom engraving. It will also come in a potentially collectable retail box, and will be more expensive than the standard variant.

Samsung leads the premium Android tablet market with its Galaxy Tab Ultra, and its ultraslim design and fast, bright Dynamic AMOLED 2X display are just some highlights of the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra's features that impressed us in our review.