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MIUI 12.5 beta testing is open to nine POCO devices across multiple MIUI branches. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi wants POCO testers for MIUI 12.5 Global Stable ROM testing; all but the most famous POCO smartphone are eligible to join

Xiaomi has announced a new round of MIUI 12.5 Global Stable ROM testing, albeit only for POCO devices this time. All POCO smartphones apart from the Pocophone F1 are eligible to join the program. Xiaomi has not explained why the P...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2021 18:52

The Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Watch Active 2 have received new updates in multiple countries. (Image source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active and Watch Active 2 receive new updates in multiple countries

Samsung has started issuing new updates to the Galaxy Watch Active and Watch Active 2. The updates improve the stability of the smartwatches in vital areas and will be available through the Galaxy Wearable app. The new updates are...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2021 13:28

The OnePlus 6 and 6T will go nearly two years between OS updates. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus announces a deplorable Android 11 upgrade schedule for the OnePlus 6 and 6T

It seems that OnePlus has gone all LG with its software support for older smartphones. The company has confirmed that the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will not receive Android 11 Open Beta updates until the end of August, just in time...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2021 01:42

Rumor | Apple just might resurrect its Time Capsule at the 2021 iPad and iPad Mini event

Apple has yet to update the vanilla iPad, not to mention its Mini variant, despite having been repeatedly rumored to do so in 2021. Now, new registrations with the EEC authority may point to a launch for these tablets soon. In les...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2021 23:57

The green tint in alleged triplicate. (Source: Reddit)

Galaxy Tab S7+ owners are still reporting the green tint bug, and that Samsung has done little about it

The Galaxy Tab S7+ (or Plus) is a 2020 premium Samsung device with an AMOLED display. Unfortunately, as such, it has reportedly run afoul of the "green tint" issue. Some customers claim to have faced this on-screen blemish for mon...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2021 22:52

Vivaldi 3.8 now available with cookie crumbler built-in and redesigned panels (Source: Vivaldi Browser)

Vivaldi 3.8 now available with built-in cookie crumbler, redesigned panels, and more

The latest update for Vivaldi, which was released earlier today, brings the version number up to 3.8 on both desktop and mobile. The list of changes includes a new way to add bookmarks, redesigned panels, Google's FLoC component b...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Apr 2021 21:50

Huawei continues to refine the Watch GT 2 Pro. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei enriches the Watch GT 2 Pro with another update

Huawei has afforded the Watch GT 2 Pro another update, further optimising the device. Firmware version 11.0.5.22 is rolling out to the Watch GT 2 Pro via the Huawei Health app.

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2021 19:07

Schenker offers RTX 3060 to 3080 graphics, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and an up-to-300Hz display in the DTR 17 E21 laptop

Schenker's latest 17.3-inch laptop is the DTR 17 E21, powered by Intel Core i9-10900K to i9-11900K CPUs and up to 16GB of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics. The OEM has also packed it with anti-glare IPS panel options of 60 or 300 ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2021 15:07

Trust launches the 2K, dual-mic Taxon USB webcam

Trust has announced that its latest Taxon webcam has a QHD (2560x1440) sensor. It also features auto-focus for its high-res lens, as well as dual mics and a USB plug-and-play nature. It has been released to Amazon in the UK for £6...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2021 14:07

The Watch GT 2e is one of two smartwatches that Huawei has updated. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei brings new features to the Watch GT 2 and Watch GT 2e with a new round of updates

Huawei has issued new updates for the Watch GT 2 and Watch GT 2e. The updates contain the same changes, such as an improvement for iOS users.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2021 23:28

The Galaxy M42 5G is now official. (Source: Amazon.in)

Samsung announces pricing and availability for the 5G-enabled Galaxy M42

Samsung has just launched the Galaxy M42 via Amazon in India. It is the first ever M-series phone to support 5G, and also offers quad rear cameras, a 5,000mAh battery and OneUI 3.1 based on Android 11. It will start at ~US$270 on ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2021 18:09

Instruments of Destruction is set to feature high fidelity next-gen destruction tech (Image source: Radiangames)

Red Faction Guerilla develop introduces new destruction sandbox with eye-popping physics effects

Instruments of Destruction by Red Faction: Guerilla lead tech artist Luke Schneider's studio could fill the decade-long void left after Red Faction: Guerilla demonstrated its remarkable destruction tech in 2009.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 28 Apr 2021 17:03

Spotify is set to become slightly more expensive for certain users (Image source: Spotify)

Spotify is about to get pricier for users in the EU, the UK, and the US

Spotify is planning to raise prices in certain regions including Europe and the United States. However, the price hikes aren't uniform and, thankfully, they don't appear to be extreme.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 28 Apr 2021 16:47

The Huawei Watch Fit is available in several colours. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei adds features to the Watch Fit with its April 2021 software update

Huawei has started distributing a new update to the Watch Fit, its stylish and rectangular smartwatch. The update brings a new feature to the smartwatch, while also improving its blood oxygen monitoring functionality.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2021 14:54

HarmonyOS may have started to hit user devices. (Source: YouTube)

The Huawei Mate X2: now on HarmonyOS, according to new reports

The Mate X2 foldable phablet has been slated as the first device to see a public roll-out of Huawei's new in-house software, HarmonyOS. According to some knowledgeable Weibo users, the OEM has now started this process off. It seem...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 20:17

Apple Watches can now unlock their linked iPhones. (Source: Apple)

The latest iOS and watchOS updates finally add a mask-compatible unlocking option

Apple has released an update that allows a user to unlock their iPhone with their Apple Watch should they be wearing a mask at the time. This new iOS 14.5 setting requires the latest version of watchOS (7.4) to work. iPhones on th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 19:31

The Oppo Band Vitality Edition. (Source: OPPO)

The new OPPO Band Vitality Edition is teased ahead of its imminent launch

OPPO has revealed that it will release a new version of its fitness tracker soon. This "Vitality Edition" has been hyped as supporting continuous sleep- and blood-oxygen tracking thus far. The OEM should outline its specs in full...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 18:28

MIUI 12.5 has reached five Redmi devices so far. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi opens MIUI 12.5 to select Redmi smartphones

Xiaomi has begun rolling out MIUI 12.5 to select Redmi handsets. Until now, only recent Mi flagship smartphones were eligible, as was the Mi 9 SE. Now, Xiaomi has chosen five Redmi devices for MIUI 12.5, albeit still only on MIUI'...

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2021 17:55

The new K40 Gaming Enhanced Edition. (Source: Redmi)

Redmi launches a Gaming Enhanced Edition of the K40 with customizations and options to match its new name

Today (April 27, 2021), Redmi has introduced the long-hyped new member of the flagship K40 series as its Gaming Enhanced Edition. It is equipped with the premium MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, a thin-bezel FHD+ AMOLED display, retra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 17:50

Razer launches the super-light Orochi V2 wireless mouse with up to 950 hours of battery life

Razer's latest wireless mouse has a renewed design that is, as the OEM claims, ideal for various grip or handling types used for gaming. It also features its brand's second-gen mechanical switches, as well as its 5G optical sensor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 17:00

The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G has received a 1.1 GB update this month. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Samsung rolls out a 1.1 GB update to the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

Samsung has issued another update to the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, and it is over 1.1 GB in size. The update addresses a few issues for the flagship while also bringing the device onto the May 2021 security patch.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2021 15:28

Honor's latest phone is the sub-US$150, Unisoc T610-powered Play 20

The newest addition to Honor's Play series of smartphones is a markedly low-end entrant, starting at just 899 yuan (~US$139). That is not the only unusual thing about it, however, as the OEM has settled on a lesser-spotted Unisoc ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2021 00:16

ROCCAT debuts the Kone Pro Air gaming mouse with Stellar Wireless technology, a high-DPI sensor and USB type-C charging

The Pro Air is the first wireless mouse of ROCCAT's Kone line. It combines this series' Bionic Shell design and Titan optical switches with cable-free use, thanks to a battery that can fast-charge via USB type C. For those that pr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2021 23:36

The OnePlus Watch does not have 110+ workout modes, currently. (Image source: OnePlus)

The OnePlus Watch's first update brings many improvements, but the smartwatch is still missing advertised features

OnePlus has started rolling out an update to its eponymous smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch. While the update fixes numerous issues on the poorly-received device, OnePlus is yet to enable many features that it has advertised.

Alex Alderson, 26 Apr 2021 18:30

Xiaomi celebrates selling its millionth Mi Band 6

The Mi Band 6 launched as Xiaomi's latest fitness tracker in late March 2021, with a large AMOLED display, SpO2 tracking and even advanced sleep tracking. Now, the company's CEO, Lei Jun, has posted on Weibo to announce that 1 mil...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2021 14:30

The iQOO 7 series: affordable premium 2021 smartphones that have just gone international

The iQOO 7 launched as the cheapest phone with the top-end Snapdragon 888 SoC in its native China earlier in 2021. Now, it has finally scored a second regional debut, in India this time. It has been rebranded as the 7 Legend for i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2021 13:52

The modder's C64 mining a test block (Image source: 8 Bit Show And Tell)

Commodore 64 from 1982 manages to Bitcoin, but only at 0.3 H/s

Programmer 8-bit Show And Tell managed to mod his 1 MHz Commodore 64 to mine Bitcoin. This is a remarkable feat for hardware that's close to 40 years old. However, at 0.3 H/s, the system will take nearly a billion years, just to t...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 25 Apr 2021 17:38

Sony's latest AV receiver. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches its latest in-car AV receivers with large displays and HDMI connectivity

Sony has announced the XAV-AX150, XAV-AX8100 and XAV-AX5600 as its latest AV auto receivers. Sony asserts that they deliver clear, bass-heavy in-car audio thanks to the OEM's proprietary technologies. The new units also feature HD...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2021 17:20

The supposed Pixel 5a photo sample. (Source: Google via GSMArena)

Google reportedly leaks some Pixel 5a camera specs by accident

Google is projected to launch the Pixel 5a soon. A new and slightly dubious leak that may point to some of its camera features has emerged. It suggests that the phone has a possibly new ultra-wide sensor and has enhanced HDR capab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2021 16:37

Sony announces the new FE 14mm F1.8 G Master lens

Sony asserts that its latest lens is a particularly compact and versatile example of its G Master series. The new accessory has a large F1.8 aperture, and advanced optical components rated for enhanced resolution and reduced disto...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Apr 2021 18:49

The ColorPro Professional Monitor. (Source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic wins a 2021 iF Design Award for the ColorPro Professional Monitor

The ViewSonic ColorPro Professional Monitor is a display with its own in-built click-wheel control that doubles as a calibration sensor. This feature, along with others such as a "minimalist" build, easy-attach shade hood and inbu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Apr 2021 17:55

A probable Asus ZenFone 8 leaks onto Geekbench ahead of its launch

Asus is projected to debut the successors to the ZenFone 7 series, the OEM's innovative flip-cam-enabled take on the premium Android smartphone, soon. A device with a model number that might correspond to one of these upcoming 202...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Apr 2021 16:06

MIUI 12.1.5 on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro details April 2021 update (Source: Own)

Android 11-based MIUI 12.1.5 hits the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro and most bugs are now gone

After a buggy update from Android 10 to Android 11, the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro finally gets things right. The MIUI 12.1.5 update that includes last month's security patch feels snappier and some of the most annoying issues of its prede...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2021 10:40

All of Fitbit's current devices, bar the Ace 3, now support stress management. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit brings its stress management feature set to all its fitness trackers and smartwatches

Fitbit has announced that all current fitness tracker and smartwatches now support stress management. Previously, Fitbit reserved the functionality for the Luxe and the Sense.

Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 23:21

Deal | Grab a OnePlus 8 Pro for US$599

OnePlus is holding a Spring sale event on its US webstore from April 21 (today) to 27, 2021. It involves a limited-time offer on the 8 Pro, the OEM's 2020 flagship smartphone. It can be had for as little as US$599 during this prom...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 23:19

Discord drops its acquisition talks with Microsoft

The impending spectre of a Discord that had merged with Microsoft is now off the table, as the chat-service company has now reportedly lost interest in striking such a deal with the Redmond giant. According to the latest rumors, i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 14:01

AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 21.4.1 update is now live. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin Edition 21.4.1 brings a host of new functionality and quality-of-life upgrades but with a few caveats

AMD has updated its Radeon Software Adrenalin Edition to version 21.4.1 bringing a host of new features and enhancements. The new version offers an updated AMD Link service that can now stream to Windows 10 PCs in addition to mobi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Apr 2021 09:05

Apple launches a new Card service. (Source: Apple)

The Apple Card gets new Family services for credit- and payments-sharing

Apple Card Family is the latest form of financial service created by the Cupertino-based OEM. It allows 2 users to share the same credit-card as issued by the company, or for parents to share such a card with children above a cert...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Apr 2021 21:44

The new Apple TV 4K is here. (Source: Apple)

Apple's TV 4K gets an A12 Bionic-powered upgrade with a new intuitive remote

Apple has finally updated its 4K TV box as part of its April 20, 2021 hardware event. This new model is powered by the same A12 Bionic processor found in ex-flagship iPhones. It can also balance the colors of the screen to which i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Apr 2021 20:50

Android 12 may automatically hibernate unused apps, freeing up phone storage. (Image via Android w/ edits)

Android 12 includes auto-hibernate feature for unused apps

XDA Developers discovered a new app auto-hibernate feature that automatically deletes temporary files and cached storage for unused apps. The feature also retains the auto-revoke functions of Android 11, which automatically revoke...

Sam Medley, 20 Apr 2021 16:11

Sony releases its 2021 BRAVIA XR TV line-up

Sony has announced pricing and availability for its 2021 TVs. They include the BRAVIA XR MASTER Series A90J, which, as the OEM asserts, integrates its best OLED panel to date. It also has new LED models with 4K and 8K options, inc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Apr 2021 21:44

Apparently, Xiaomi is testing MIUI 12.5 on over forty devices. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reported to be testing MIUI 12.5 on over 40 devices

Xiaomi's official MIUI 12.5 device list is rather lacklustre; only eighteen devices are confirmed to receive the OS update so far. Reportedly, Xiaomi is testing MIUI 12.5 on over three dozen handsets, including the Mi 8 and Redmi ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2021 18:05

This app is no longer found on the Play Store. (Source: Swipe)

Facebook forces third-party versions of its Android app off the Play Store

Many Android phone owners use apps that mirror or "wrap" the mobile Facebook interface rather than use this company's app. However, the social media giant has started to deprive them of this option. It has already had the apps Sim...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Apr 2021 16:37

The Mi A3's latest update should address a few of its long-standing issues. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A3 receives DPI and charging status indicator fixes with its latest update

Xiaomi has updated the Mi A3 to the April 2021 security patch, a patch that addresses 18 critical or high CVEs for the Android One handset. However, V12.0.8.0.RFQMIXM also reportedly fixes a few bugs on the Mi A3, including DPI an...

Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2021 14:20

Samsung teases the Galaxy M42 5G. (Source: Amazon)

Samsung announces an Indian launch for the Galaxy M42 through Amazon

Samsung will release the Galaxy M42 soon exclusively through Amazon India. This device is most likely the Indian-market rebrand of the pre-existing A42. The OEM has confirmed that this version still runs on the Snapdragon 750G pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2021 22:11

A possible new Android 12 feature leaks out. (Source: Google)

Android 12 might be able to auto-translate a user's apps to their chosen language

The Android OS should upgrade to its latest 12 version in just a few months. There are some preview builds around, the latest of which is now reported to have a new and powerful feature. It is a service that translates app content...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2021 21:30

Enterprise-grade monitors for the home. (Source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic's portfolio of new remote work-ready monitors features a 34-inch 21:9 unit with an inbuilt USB type-C dock

ViewSonic asserts that its upcoming monitors address the needs of those who work at home. The OEM's new 24- and 27-inch models have inbuilt webcams and the ergonomic stands to keep them at comfortable eye levels. There is also a 3...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2021 17:55

The new projectors in all their color SKUs. (Source: Sony)

Sony announces new home theater-grade projectors with native 4K and a Dynamic HDR Enhancer

Sony has launched its latest 4K projectors aimed at the home cinema market. The two new SXRD units are rated for native 4K resolutions and have the same X1 processor found in many high-end BRAVIA TVs. The higher-end model has an A...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2021 16:59

The Oppo Find X2 Pro and Reno4 Pro 5G utilize the company's ColorOS Android overlay. (Image source: Oppo - edited)

Master Lu banishes Xiaomi's MIUI from its mobile UI ranking list as Oppo's ColorOS and Realme UI are chosen as the best of the first quarter

The noted Chinese benchmark Master Lu has published a chart of what it considers to be the best mobile phone user interfaces for the first quarter of 2021. ColorOS from Oppo heads the table followed by Realme UI and Huawei’s EMUI....

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Apr 2021 15:53

Voice NFTs are coming soon. (Source: Voice)

Voice aims to "upgrade" to an NFT platform from the summer of 2021

Voice is an 'alternative' social media platform that claims to be about "real" users, their communities and their content. It has announced that it will "upgrade" itself with a new feature: the ability to issue NFTs for the digita...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Apr 2021 14:54

Software

Xiaomi wants POCO testers for MIUI 12.5 Global Stable ROM testing; all but the most famous POCO smartphone are eligible to join

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active and Watch Active 2 receive new updates in multiple countries

OnePlus announces a deplorable Android 11 upgrade schedule for the OnePlus 6 and 6T

Rumor | Apple just might resurrect its Time Capsule at the 2021 iPad and iPad Mini event

Galaxy Tab S7+ owners are still reporting the green tint bug, and that Samsung has done little about it

Vivaldi 3.8 now available with built-in cookie crumbler, redesigned panels, and more

Huawei enriches the Watch GT 2 Pro with another update

Schenker offers RTX 3060 to 3080 graphics, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and an up-to-300Hz display in the DTR 17 E21 laptop

Trust launches the 2K, dual-mic Taxon USB webcam

Huawei brings new features to the Watch GT 2 and Watch GT 2e with a new round of updates

Samsung announces pricing and availability for the 5G-enabled Galaxy M42

Red Faction Guerilla develop introduces new destruction sandbox with eye-popping physics effects

Spotify is about to get pricier for users in the EU, the UK, and the US

Huawei adds features to the Watch Fit with its April 2021 software update

The Huawei Mate X2: now on HarmonyOS, according to new reports

The latest iOS and watchOS updates finally add a mask-compatible unlocking option

The new OPPO Band Vitality Edition is teased ahead of its imminent launch

Xiaomi opens MIUI 12.5 to select Redmi smartphones

Redmi launches a Gaming Enhanced Edition of the K40 with customizations and options to match its new name

Razer launches the super-light Orochi V2 wireless mouse with up to 950 hours of battery life

Samsung rolls out a 1.1 GB update to the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

Honor's latest phone is the sub-US$150, Unisoc T610-powered Play 20

ROCCAT debuts the Kone Pro Air gaming mouse with Stellar Wireless technology, a high-DPI sensor and USB type-C charging

The OnePlus Watch's first update brings many improvements, but the smartwatch is still missing advertised features

Xiaomi celebrates selling its millionth Mi Band 6

The iQOO 7 series: affordable premium 2021 smartphones that have just gone international

Commodore 64 from 1982 manages to Bitcoin, but only at 0.3 H/s

Sony launches its latest in-car AV receivers with large displays and HDMI connectivity

Google reportedly leaks some Pixel 5a camera specs by accident

Sony announces the new FE 14mm F1.8 G Master lens

ViewSonic wins a 2021 iF Design Award for the ColorPro Professional Monitor

A probable Asus ZenFone 8 leaks onto Geekbench ahead of its launch

Android 11-based MIUI 12.1.5 hits the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro and most bugs are now gone

Fitbit brings its stress management feature set to all its fitness trackers and smartwatches

Deal | Grab a OnePlus 8 Pro for US$599

Discord drops its acquisition talks with Microsoft

AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin Edition 21.4.1 brings a host of new functionality and quality-of-life upgrades but with a few caveats

The Apple Card gets new Family services for credit- and payments-sharing

Apple's TV 4K gets an A12 Bionic-powered upgrade with a new intuitive remote

Android 12 includes auto-hibernate feature for unused apps

Sony releases its 2021 BRAVIA XR TV line-up

Xiaomi reported to be testing MIUI 12.5 on over 40 devices

Facebook forces third-party versions of its Android app off the Play Store

The Xiaomi Mi A3 receives DPI and charging status indicator fixes with its latest update

Samsung announces an Indian launch for the Galaxy M42 through Amazon

Android 12 might be able to auto-translate a user's apps to their chosen language

ViewSonic's portfolio of new remote work-ready monitors features a 34-inch 21:9 unit with an inbuilt USB type-C dock

Sony announces new home theater-grade projectors with native 4K and a Dynamic HDR Enhancer

Master Lu banishes Xiaomi's MIUI from its mobile UI ranking list as Oppo's ColorOS and Realme UI are chosen as the best of the first quarter

Voice aims to "upgrade" to an NFT platform from the summer of 2021

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