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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro retail package contents (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro now official, launching next month

Released to mark two decades of innovation, the Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro is now official as a limited edition handset inspired by the SGH-E700, Samsung's first phone with a built-in antenna, which was released in 2003. Next month, thi...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Oct 2023 11:34

Colorful CVN B760I Frozen Wi-Fi D5 V20 now supports Intel 14th gen CPUs. (Image Source: Colorful)

Colorful launches refreshed CVN B760I Frozen Wi-Fi D5 V20 mini ITX motherboard with support for Intel 14th gen Raptor Lake-S Refresh and DDR5-8000 memory

Colorful has refreshed its CVN B760I Frozen mini ITX motherboard to the CVN B760I Frozen Wi-Fi D5 V20. The new CVN B760I Frozen adds supports for Intel 14th gen Raptor Lake-S Refresh processors and DDR5-8000 XMP memory. The board ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Oct 2023 08:41

ASRock launches the DeskMini B760 mini PC in Japan and China

Announced last month, ASRock has officially launched the DeskMini B760 mini PC in Japan and China. The starting price of the mini PC is 34,980 Yen in Japan (around US$233) and 1,489 Yuan in China (around US$203).

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Oct 2023 03:01

Rogbid is launching a new smartwatch, the Rowatch 5. (Image: Rogbid)

New Rogbid Rowatch 5 smartwatch measures blood pressure as well as blood sugar and launches with massive discount

Rogbid has launched a new smartwatch, the Rowatch 5, which is on sale at a low price thanks to a massive discount and, according to the manufacturer, can even measure blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

Marcus Schwarten, 30 Oct 2023 01:21

X Premium: now with additional tiers. (Source: Twitter/X)

Twitter/X announces upcoming removal of more features from free version

X (formerly known as Twitter) has outlined plans for new alternatives to its paid Premium version. The new Basic subscription tier is intended to become the only way to access features such as post editing or removal from the soci...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2023 19:47

Volta VoltaGo MagSafe Power Bank hyped as Most Versatile 4-in-1 Magnetic Power Bank to hit Indiegogo yet

Volta has announced that its next "high-speed" charging accessory will launch via a crowdfunding campaign. The 10,000mAh VoltaGo power bank is designed to deliver fast wireless charging to MagSafe-compatible iPhones, although it i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2023 17:35

OPPO A79 5G launches as Android 13 smartphone with a flat 90Hz display for under US$250

The A79 5G is OPPO's latest Android smartphone for the Indian market. A unique Glowing Feather Design finish is applied to a flat-edged, flat-screened device in two attractive new colors, which also boasts a 50MP main camera, dual...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2023 16:48

The teaser for the Special Event has led to speculation about the introduction of a LiDAR AF system. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Sony A9 III likely launching on November 8 as camera maker teases 'Special event' sparking speculation of LiDAR AF

Sony has revealed a special even where professionals and enthusiasts will be able to “pick up and experience the latest mirrorless α and lenses,” giving credence to recent rumours of a November launch for the Sony A9 III. Online s...

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Oct 2023 00:18

The Onyx BOOX Tab Ultra C Pro has the same 10.3-inch colour E-ink display as its predecessor. (Image source: Onyx)

Onyx BOOX Tab Ultra C Pro: New Android 12 E-reader officially launches for US$649.99

Onyx has started selling the BOOX Tab Ultra C Pro, a 10.3-inch E-reader with a colour E-ink display running Android 12. The BOOX Tab Ultra C Pro is now orderable in multiple markets, including the US, where it retails for US$649.9...

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2023 15:39

Gogoro pitches the CrossOver as a go-anywhere, do-anything electric scooter optimised for practicality. (Image source: Gogoro - edited)

Gogoro CrossOver debuts as electric "Two-Wheel SUV" boasting 90-mile+ range, all-terrain performance, and absurd practicality

Gogoro touts the CrossOver as the first two-wheel SUV, thanks to its wide range of use cases and highly-configurable storage system. It features a total of 26 attachment points and a split seat that flips up to become a backrest a...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Oct 2023 07:34

Infinix has now released the 4G model of the Zero 30 smartphone. (Image Source: Infinix)

Infinix Zero 30 4G debuts with Helio G99

After unveiling the Infinix Zero 30 5G last month, Infinix has now released the 4G model of the smartphone. This 4G version of Zero 30 comes with the Helio G99, a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, a 108 MP primary camera on the back, 8 GB ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Oct 2023 01:15

The Mazda Iconic SP promises a balanced weight distribution, relative light weight, and double the power of the MX-5 Miata. (Image source: Mazda)

Mazda Iconic SP promises MX-5 Miata fun with twice the power from a rotary-hybrid powertrain

The Mazda Iconic SP, a RWD RX-8-meets-Miata hybrid sports car concept, was unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show and is slated to run on a rotary-electric drivetrain that will burn biofuels, hydrogen, or LPG. Mazda also confirmed th...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Oct 2023 23:03

The Doogee Smini uses an almost tiny 4.5-inch display. (Image: Doogee)

Doogee Smini launches as an extremely compact, robust smartphone with secondary display and 3D face detection

With the Smini, Doogee presents an unusual smartphone that is smaller than virtually all current rivals with a 4.5-inch touchscreen. The device also offers 3D facial recognition, a fingerprint sensor and a 50 MP camera.

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2023 22:47

The SimplyNUC Onyx series is now available at a cheaper price without a case. (Image source: SimplyNUC)

SimplyNUC Onyx: 4X4 motherboard now available at cheaper starting price with Intel Core i5-13500H, Core i7-13700H and Core i9-13900H processors

The SimplyNUC Onyx line has been updated to include cheaper motherboard-only options. Available as the NUC130XBi5, NUC130XBi7 and NUC130XBv9, the 4X4 motherboard all feature Intel Raptor Lake-H processors, as well as a minimum of ...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2023 19:22

AOOSTAR re-uses the R1's shell for the more powerful R7. (Image source: AOOSTAR)

AOOSTAR R1: New mini-PC doubles as NAS with twin 3.5-inch bays

The R1 is one of a few mini-PCs that AOOSTAR sells. The AOOSTAR R1 measures 162 x 162 x 198 mm, relies upon the Intel Processor N100 and has various expansion options, including a pair of 3.5-inch drive slots and 2.5 Gigabit RJ45 ...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2023 14:57

Rewind offers a modern cassette player with a Bluetooth chip. (Image: Rewind)

Rewind Cassette Player combines retro design with metal case, Bluetooth and USB-C

Vinyl continues to grow in popularity year after year. The Rewind Cassette Player promises retro sound on the go in a compact Sony Walkman-sized metal case with several modern convenience features.

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2023 09:03

The Dasung Not-eReader 133 can be used as a tablet as well as a small monitor. (Image: Dasung)

Dasung Not-eReader 133 is an Android tablet and E ink monitor at the same time

Dasung presents a versatile E ink tablet in the Not-eReader 133, which can also be used as an external monitor for a computer thanks to the HDMI input. With an economical and high-contrast E Ink Carta 1250 display, the tablet prom...

Hannes Brecher, 26 Oct 2023 23:26

The ONEXFLY EVA Edition adds more RAM while maintaining a Ryzen 7 7840U APU. (Image source: One-Netbook)

ONEXPLAYER ONEXFLY F1 EVA Edition introduced as new limited edition gaming handheld

The ONEXPLAYER ONEXFLY F1 EVA Edition is another limited edition gaming handheld by One-Netbook. Built on the same platform as the regular ONEXFLY, the F1 EVA Edition has a striking purple colourway with green accents and is avail...

Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2023 21:42

The S7 and S7 Pro chips bring powerful capabilities to wireless earbuds (Image Source: Qualcomm - edited)

Snapdragon Summit | Qualcomm brings WiFi connectivity to earbuds for dropout-free lossless audio with Snapdragon Sound S7 Pro chip

Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon Sound technology will allow wireless earbuds and headphones to play dropout-free lossless audio with low latency using a WiFi network. The new S7 and S7 Pro chips, expected to start appearing in device...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 26 Oct 2023 21:34

Visionary.ai partners with Qualcomm. (Source: Visionary.ai)

Snapdragon Summit | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Visionary.ai combo touted to deliver ultra-low-light video performance

Visionary.ai claims to be able to bring "extreme low light" video to smartphones powered by Qualcomm's latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC with its IP. The company asserts that its software-based ISP can leverage the proce...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2023 19:59

Huawei has given the MateBook D 14 SE a 16:10 display and an Intel Raptor Lake processor this year. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateBook D 14 SE updated with new 16:10 display and Intel Raptor Lake processor

Huawei is now selling an updated version of the MateBook D 14 SE. This year, the company has not only upgraded the laptop to the Intel Raptor Lake architecture, but it has also included a more modern 16:10 display and twice the am...

Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2023 18:13

Honor teases the Magic6. (Source: Honor)

Snapdragon Summit | Honor Magic6 Series sneak peek confirms on-device AI, Magic Capsule and Magic Ring

Honor has teased its upcoming Magic6 series as flagship Android smartphones with all the latest bells and whistles the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 platform from Qualcomm can support. They include a voice assistant powered by on-device ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2023 17:27

The Xiaomi TV S Pro 85 retails for CNY 7,999 (~US$1,095). (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi TV S Pro 85 showcased as new Mini LED Smart TV with 2,400 nit and 240 Hz panel

The TV S Pro 85 is Xiaomi's latest Smart TV, and one which it presented alongside the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S3 and Xiaomi Watch H1. Spanning 85-inches, the Xiaomi TV S Pro 85 has 1,440 Mini LED zones that deliver ...

Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2023 17:24

The Nissan Hyper Force looks a bit like it was ripped from a teenage boy's daydreams. (Image source: Nissan)

Nissan Hyper Force EV boasts Plaid-beating performance with edgy GT-R styling and track-focussed aerodynamics

The Nissan Hyper Force supercar concept debuted at the Japan Mobility Show, with over 1,000 kW (1,341 hp) of AWD electric power and a healthy amount of aggressively-styled aerofoil for increased downforce. Typical of a wild concep...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Oct 2023 01:32

macOS Sonoma 14.1 introduces a number of minor improvements. (Image: Apple)

Apple releases macOS 14.1 and tvOS 17.1

Apple has just released macOS Sonoma 14.1 and tvOS 17.1, providing a range of Macs and the Apple TV with a number of new features and numerous bug fixes. First and foremost, Apple revamps the Favorites section in the macOS Music a...

Hannes Brecher, 26 Oct 2023 01:28

The M17 is only available in a single colourway for now. (Image source: KeepRetro)

M17: New cheap gaming handheld powerful enough to emulate PS1 and SNES titles now available for US$55.99

The M17 is a compact gaming handheld powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 chipset and a 1,500 mAh battery. Based around Linux and EmuELEC 4.3, the M17 should be powerful enough to emulate PS1 and SNES games, among other game libra...

Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2023 18:21

The TrimUI Smart Pro measures 188 x 80 x 17 mm. (Image source: KeepRetro)

TrimUI Smart Pro: Pre-orders open for PlayStation Vita lookalike

The TrimUI SmartPro is a new gaming handheld based around a 4.96-inch display, an Allwinner A133P chipset and a 4,000 mAh battery. The TrimUI SmartPro is available in three colours, each with a housing that has clearly been inspir...

Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2023 16:13

DJI has created numerous accessories for the Osmo Pocket 3, including a tripod. (Image source: DJI)

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 now available with 1-inch CMOS camera and rotating OLED display

DJI has released the Osmo Pocket 3, a compact handheld camera that contains plenty of upgrades over the ageing Pocket 2. Not only does the newer model have superior battery life and faster charging, but it also has a larger camera...

Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2023 15:08

Amazfit has launched the Active (above) and Active Edge smartwatches. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Active and Active Edge smartwatches now available

Amazfit has officially launched its Active and Active Edge smartwatches. The rectangular Active model is available globally, while the rugged Active Edge is currently only on sale in the US. The new wearables come in multiple colo...

Polly Allcock, 25 Oct 2023 12:32

Zero Carbon Charge looks to populate South Africa's biggest highways with sustainable EV chargers. (Image source: ZeroCC)

South Africa turns to off-grid EV charging to increase EV adoption and alleviate high fuel costs

ZeroCC looks to increase South Africa's low EV adoption rate by installing off-grid fast chargers along some of the country's biggest routes. The EV charging network will be powered exclusively by solar and wind power in an attemp...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Oct 2023 23:38

The WP30 Pro is official. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel WP30 Pro debuts as rugged smartphone with series-first 120W charging

Oukitel asserts that its new WP30 Pro can charge by up to 50% in just 15 minutes over USB type-C, despite the 11,000mAh capacity of its battery. That is because it is the first of its line to boast flagship-grade 120 watt (W) char...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2023 18:46

The Nubia Z50S has arrived in China for about US$300 with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. (Image source: ZTE)

Nubia Z50S: New smartphone lands with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for roughly US$300

ZTE has released the Nubia Z50S in China for a CNY 2,199 (~US$301) MSRP. The Nubia Z50S combines a 144 Hz AMOLED display with a 5,000 mAh battery and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, plus a Sony IMX787 primary camera.

Alex Alderson, 24 Oct 2023 17:03

The Garmin D2 Mach 1 Pro smartwatch has a built-in flashlight. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin D2 Mach 1 Pro smartwatch with built-in flashlight arrives

The Garmin D2 Mach 1 Pro smartwatch is now available in countries worldwide. The aviator wearable has a titanium bezel and a built-in flashlight with adjustable brightness. Other features include aviation weather, offline maps, a ...

Polly Allcock, 24 Oct 2023 16:19

The Vivo Y200 has flat sides and a relatively plain design. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y200 debuts with solid features and attractive pricing

The Vivo Y200 is a new mid-range smartphone powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset. Also equipped with a 120 Hz AMOLED display, the Vivo Y200 has other hardware like a 4,800 mAh battery and a 64 MP primary camera.

Alex Alderson, 24 Oct 2023 00:08

Toyota recently showed off a handsome electric Land Cruiser Se concept for the Japan Mobility Show. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota nears production of solid-state battery, claiming 700+ km EVs coming soon with better fire safety and faster charging

Toyota claims it is nearing production on solid-state battery technology, predicting that it will start shipping production EVs with solid-state batteries as early as 2027, although initial volumes will be low. The company is work...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Oct 2023 20:49

Unlike Tesla, that sells performance, Fisker markets its Ocean SUV more as a lifestyle vehicle focussed on sustainability and comfort. (Image source: Fisker, Inc.)

Fisker drops Ocean Extreme US pricing as it opens order books for all trims and raises prices on cheaper trims

Fisker has dropped the price of the Ocean Extreme SUV by US$7,500 to US$61,449, putting it well below the standard Dual Motor AWD Tesla Model X and much closer to the US$52,490 Model Y Performance. Fisker customers who have alread...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Oct 2023 19:49

Reolink's latest solar cameras. (Source: Reolink)

Reolink 4K Solar Camera Series launches touted as fully wireless home security solutions

Reolink has announced that all of its latest accessories "revolutionize" battery-powered home security systems with both solar power and "4K clarity" across the board. The line-up also includes choices of either Wi-Fi- or standalo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 19:15

Vankyo Vista T4 hits US market as new ALPD 4.0 4K ultra short throw laser projector

The new Vankyo Vista T4 laser projector has been unleashed on the US market with "advanced" ALPD 4.0 technology for a "cinematic experience". It is rated to throw a 150-inch image in "native 4K" from less than 20 inches away from ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 18:16

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad 2024 debuts with 11-inch screen and 8GB of RAM for under US$130

Lenovo has made the Xiaoxin Pad 2024 official as its latest Android tablet. The slate is touted as a thin and light device with a "high-definition eye-protecting" screen, yet is also touted at the budget end of the market with a s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 17:35

The Teclast T60 combines a Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset with an 8,000 mAh battery. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast T60: New 12-inch Android tablet coming soon for under US$300

Teclat has announced the T60, another budget tablet by the company. The Teclast T60 will be available soon from Amazon for under US$300 with a 12-inch IPS display running at 2,000 x 1,200 pixels, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2023 16:46

Jackery announces its latest sale. (Source: Jackery)

Deal | Jackery Solar Generators go for up to US$1,000 off for a limited time

Jackery is celebrating its 11th anniversary and Hallowe'en 2023 at the same time with up to 30% off deals on its portable power stations, even its latest models such as the Solar Generator 700 Plus. Most of the units on sale come ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 16:30

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Android tablet (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+ Android slates launch globally

Both available in 4/64 GB and 8/128 GB configurations, the Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+ also feature various attributes that set them apart. The most obvious ones are the processors (Helio G99 vs. Snapdragon 695) and display s...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Oct 2023 12:17

Toyota reimagines the Land Cruiser as a luxury seven-seater for the electric era. (Image source: Toyota)

Electric Toyota Land Cruiser Se ditches rugged roots alongside Hilux-like EPU pickup for Japan Mobility Show reveal

Toyota has provided a sneak peek at what to expect from the Japan Mobility Show, but the highlights of the show are sure to be the electric Land Cruiser and EPU pickup truck concepts. The Land Cruiser, however, changes significant...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Oct 2023 08:43