The Garmin Beta software version 26.79 is now available for Fenix 6, Enduro and MARQ smartwatches. The update brings new Device Settings Backup, Connect IQ Rating and OTA update tools. Plus, the Ski and Snowboard activities have been adjusted to improve the accuracy of the data collected.

PCIe 4.0 is finally coming to microSD Express cards, doubling the maximum speed to 1,969 MB/s. The latest SD 9.1 specs are also defining four SD Express classes with minimum read/write speeds between 150 and 600 MB/s, as well as offering improved power and heat management for all types of cards.

The Gen 8 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 gaming laptop with a 16-inch 1600p display, an 8-core Ryzen 7 7745HX CPU, and an RTX 4070 mobile GPU is enjoying an enormous 36% discount at Lenovo’s online store. With strong gaming performance, a fast 240 Hz panel, and solid construction, the Legion Pro 5 is among the cream of the crop of mid-range gaming machines.

Hisense has launched its C1 TriChroma Laser Mini Projector in the US and Europe. The gadget has up to 1,600 ANSI lumens brightness and can throw images up to 300-in (~762 cm) wide. Other features include built-in speakers, Apple AirPlay or Miracast screencasting and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

Popular YouTuber @Mrwhosetheboss has singled out the Google Tensor G3 as a major failing of the Pixel 8 Pro. According to the YouTuber, all of the new generative AI features found on the Pixel 8 Pro cannot be processed onboard the device, but need to be off-loaded to the cloud for processing, despite Google pitching the device as being “AI-first.”

Indian space technology startup Agnikul has secured US$26.7 million in its series-B funding round. The company is developing its own launch vehicle propelled by the 3D-printed ‘Agnilet’ rocket engine. The rocket is unique in being configurable as per the payload size, between 30 and 300 kg.

The HoloLens virtual reality headset, which Microsoft manufactures for the US military, has met with widespread rejection by soldiers because it can cause various physical ailments. There are now also fears that hacker attacks on the VR/MR headset could jeopardize mission security and the health of soldiers.

An as-yet unannounced Tesla Model 3 Highland Performance looks like it may come with a new badge that looks similar to the graphic shown when Ludicrous mode is active. Not much is known about the hardware, but it may represent a sort of Performance Plus variant of the Model 3 refresh.

Diablo IV is now available on Steam and can finally be played on the Steam Deck without issue. The game is even officially verified for the gaming handheld and runs quite well on the Steam Deck. However, gamers are anything but happy with Diablo IV.

A typically reliable leaker has shared details about Samsung's planned launch colours for the Galaxy S24 series. Due in January 2024, the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Ultra are all rumoured to be available in four identical launch colours with three additional online exclusive colours too.

Apple's Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable is extremely expensive at a price of US$199 for a length of 1.8 meters. A CT scan shows the inner workings of the high-end cable and, by comparing it to cheaper cables, at least partly explains why Apple's price is so high.

CheckMag Warframe's Abyss of Dagath update just went live, bringing with it a number of big changes that may make the game more friendly to both new and old players alike. Here are four Abyss of Dagath highlights, including immortal companions, a new planet, and a substantial shield rework.

Garmin has released a new beta update to the Instinct 2 series, bringing them up to v14 builds. Rolling out as Beta Version 14.05, the update contains various changes, with nearly a dozen for all eligible smartwatches.

It seems that Garmin is preparing to release new dive computer smartwatches under its Descent series. Next up are Descent Mk3 smartwatches, which will be available in two sizes with optional Subwave technology support.

The Cybertruck's release date is pegged for November 30, but it will take well into 2025 for Tesla to achieve any meaningful production ramp, said Elon Musk, because of 'complex' features like 14-inch suspension travel. The 'utilitarian' Model 2, however, Tesla's mass electric car, could catch up with the Cybertruck soon thereafter.

The Redmi Note 13 series of potentially affordable new Android smartphones seems poised to go global very soon, with two of its members successfully completing FCC testing. They are the top-end Pro Plus (or Pro+) model, accompanied by what is probably the international version of the vanilla 13. Both have exhibited MIUI 14, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth and NFC in their new certifications.

OnePlus claims to have made one of the lightest, yet most durable, foldable smartphones of 2023 in its new Open. It boasts a new kind of hinge made of multiple high-tech materials, titanium alloy, carbon fiber and more exotic compounds included. They are touted to "surpass surgical stainless steel" in conferring an estimated 10 years of resilience on the new device.

The X20 is one of ENGWE's latest e-bikes, and is rated for up to 1,000W of power and up to 93 miles of range (albeit in its dual-battery variant only). Now, it is also available at its best price yet on the OEM's website. It is unlocked through the use of a specific code at checkout for a limited time.

This discounted configuration comes with the newly-introduced IMAX Enhanced HDR feature for OLED screens. It also integrates 16 GB LPDDR5x-6400 RAM, a 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD, plus a 5 MP webcam with wide angle lens and IR sensor.

Redmi has launched the 2024 edition of its Smart TV A75 in China. The 75-in 4K UHD model has a native 60 Hz refresh rate. Compared to its predecessor, the new version has a gaming mode with 120Hz motion rate, extra storage and improved connectivity. Other features include voice controls and built-in speakers.

Oppo has decided to launch the Find N3 Flip globally, nearly two months after the foldable's debut. The Find N3 Flip shares little to similarities with the Find N3 though, which Oppo also showcased today.

AMD is confident that its new Threadripper PRO series has it all for use-cases ranging from "world-class" creation to "generative" design in manufacturing - a new top-end variant with double the cores and threads of the outgoing 5995WX flagship included. The 7000WX line-up also introduces PCIe 5.0 support, an increased top clock and a larger TDP, yet is touted to do so with "industry-leading efficiency" as well as potentially unprecedented speed and bandwidth.

Threadripper for the desktop is officially back today (October 19, 2023) with the launch of the new 7000X-series processors. They are rated for a selection of the main I/O support upgrades of their PRO counterparts, not to mention their improved TDP. AMD backs them to beat comparator Intel platforms in use-cases ranging from software development to industrial design on high-end PCs.

The new RDNA 3 GPU will go head-to-head with the mobile GeForce RTX 4080 with performance advantages of up to 20 to 40 percent in specific titles like Hogwarts Legacy, COD: Modern Warfare 2, Cyberpunk 2077, and more.

Oppo has finally unveiled the Find N3, shortly before OnePlus presents the OnePlus Open. The Find N3 will be the first member of the Find N series to be available outside China. The Oppo Find N3 is much taller than the Find N2, though.

Xiaomi has launched a larger 85-in model in its TV A Pro series. The 4K UHD device has a native 60 Hz refresh rate, with a 120Hz motion rate activated in a gaming mode. Other features include voice commands, screencasting from a mobile device and a built-in 20W sound system supporting DTS.

Xiaomi has launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Smart Door Lock E20 Wi-Fi version in China. The gadget allows you to unlock the door with your fingerprint, phone, or password. Other features include an integrated doorbell, unusual activity app notifications and a backup physical key.

Wacom is expanding its range of graphic tablets with integrated displays with two more models. Compared to the Cintiq Pro 27, these are significantly more compact and are thus also aimed at people who either want to use their system semi-mobile - or do not have enough space or even financial resources.

Xiaomi subsidiary Linptech has launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Smart Curtain Motor C4 in China. The gadget is battery-powered, recharging via an accompanying solar panel for a technically infinite run time. The device lets you control your curtains with voice commands, an app, or a Bluetooth smart switch.

An official teaser released on Weibo has confirmed that the Xiaomi 14 series will feature Leica’s higher end Summilux lenses, and will launch in China later this month. Summilux lenses are known for better low-light performance than Leica’s Summicron lenses, thanks to a wider F/1.4 aperture.

Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core and Single-Core scores for the Ryzen 9 8950X have leaked courtesy of RedGamingTech. The results allege the purported Zen 5 flagship to be up to 10% faster than the Ryzen 9 7950X while also beating the Core i9-13900K and even the Core i9-14900K in the multi-threaded test.

Schenker's new Vision 14 offers a lot of the usual, but longer battery life is now possible thanks to optimizations. However, there are also drawbacks such as the lower maximum performance of the new Raptor-Lake processor and the slower card reader.

It seems that AYANEO is preparing to release two versions of the FLIP, a 7-inch gaming handheld that it recently revised. Now, the standard version has been re-branded as the FLIP KB to enable the release of the FLIP DS, a version with a small secondary display.

Valve has released a new version of SteamOS. This brings some bug fixes, but also a new function - which could certainly benefit both the battery life and performance of the gaming handheld. The update should be available for all users.

Meta Quest 3 is a new VR headset designed primarily for an immersive gaming experience, but is being utilized by early buyers in public spaces for very different purposes. The unusual use of Quest 3 suggests that Mark Zuckerberg's plan to make virtual reality headsets attractive to the masses may be working.

Tesla has confirmed that despite “enormous challenges in reaching volume production,” the Cybertruck will start reaching customers before the end of November 2023. The company also claims that it has capacity to produce over 125,000 units per year.

Google has now released Wear OS 4 for the first Pixel Watch. Not only does the new version of Wear OS finally add a backup and restore feature, but it also should improve battery life and performance through a reworked watch face format. Unfortunately, Google has locked several software features to the Pixel Watch 2, including new watch faces.

The Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro have become even slightly cheaper than their predecessors in Europe, mainly due to currency fluctuations. However, a “Bill of Materials” analysis recently revealed that production costs have increased significantly at the same time.