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Feb 17, 2023
MSI Pulse GL66 gaming laptop (Source: MSI)

Deal | MSI Pulse GL66 gaming laptop with Core i7-12700H and RTX 3070 is 23% off on Amazon

Released at the end of January 2022, the Core i7-12700H/RTX 3070-driven MSI Pulse GL66 gaming laptop is available on Amazon in four configurations. However, only the one with 16/512 GB of memory/storage is discounted. With a list price of US$1,599, the 12UGKV-464 model is now down to US$1,226.99, after a 23% discount.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Feb 2023 11:07
Xiaomi installs fast UFS 4.0 storage and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 into its high-end smartphone.

Verdict on the Xiaomi 13 Pro: The premium smartphone concept has not been fully fleshed out

The Xiaomi 13 Pro is without doubt a very good smartphone. Although the Chinese manufacturer has meanwhile adjusted the price of its premium smartphone series to the competition á la Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Xiaomi continues to impose the limitations of an entry-level phone.
Marcus Herbrich, 17 Feb 2023 10:08
Eluktronics Mech-16 GP and Mech-17 GP2 are the first GeForce RTX 4090 laptops to retail for under US$3000 (Source: Eluktronics)

Eluktronics Mech-16 GP and Mech-17 GP2 are the first GeForce RTX 4090 laptops to retail for under US$3000

The catch is that you'll have to supply your own SSD, HDD, and operating system as these will ship as barebones systems. The Mech-16 GP and Mech-17 GP2 share the same chassis designs as the Schenker XMG Neo 16 E23 and Neo 17 E23, respectively.
Allen Ngo, 17 Feb 2023 10:04
YMTC PC005 256GB SSD Benchmarks

YMTC PC005 256GB SSD Benchmarks

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YMTC PC005 256GB drive specs and benchmarks
LG UltraGear 32GQ950-B 32-inch UHD gaming monitor (Source: LG)

Deal | LG UltraGear 32GQ950-B UHD 144 Hz gaming monitor now 23% off on Amazon

With a list price of US$1,299.99, the LG UltraGear 32GQ950-B is a gaming monitor compatible with both NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. Its highlights include VESA DisplayHDR 1000 compliance, 1 ms response time, 144 Hz refresh, and a new price of US$996.99, which is the result of a generous 23% discount.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Feb 2023 07:37
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The Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit for Roller Blinds is compatible with Apple HomeKit. (Image source: Eve)

Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit for Roller Blinds is now available

Eve has launched the MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit for Roller Blinds in European countries, including the Netherlands and France. The gadget can convert your existing blinds into smart ones, compatible with Apple HomeKit. You can control the updated blinds with Siri voice commands or set schedules to open or close them at specific times.
Polly Allcock, 17 Feb 2023 00:38
Feb 16, 2023
Criminal delivery drivers have apparently set their sights on expensive Apple products like the iPhone 14 Pro (Image: Victor Serban)

Uber Eats driver allegedly steals iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra as same-day delivery thefts are on the rise

Apple's very convenient same-day delivery service is apparently struggling with an increasing number of thefts. In one latest incident, a customer from California is fighting for a US$2,100 refund after his iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple Watch Ultra went missing.
Enrico Frahn, 16 Feb 2023 23:24
The white color scheme reminds of an Alienware model. (Image Source: MSI)

Deal | MSI Sword 15 laptop with Intel i7-12650H and RTX 3070 Ti dGPU drops to US$1,199 at BestBuy

Besides the RTX 3070 Ti dGPU, another excellent feature for this price point is the 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage solution. The 15.6-inch display is just decent with 1080p resolution and 144 Hz refresh rate.
Bogdan Solca, 16 Feb 2023 21:02
The Neo7 Indian Edition. (Source: iQOO)

iQOO "Neo7" launches as India's first Dimensity 8200-powered Android smartphone

iQOO asserts that the Android smartphone it has just launched in India brings up-to-date 4 nanometer (nm) processing to that market. It also offers a 120Hz display, nearly top-end RAM and fast 120W charging. Nevertheless, the new device may not be all some consumers may have hoped for.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Feb 2023 20:45
Mechrevo ignores Nvidia's US$999 MSRP. (Image Source: JD)

Mechrevo is pre-selling laptops with AMD Ryzen 7 7735H APUs and RTX 4060 dGPUs for US$875

The 16 K gaming laptop from Mechrevo also packs 16 GB of DDR5-4800 RAM, 512 GB NVMe SSD storage, a 16-inch display with 16:10 aspect ratio, 2560 X 1600 resolution and 165 Hz refresh rate, plus an SD card reader.
Bogdan Solca, 16 Feb 2023 20:44
Tesla recall on FSD issues will be fixed OTA (image: Tesla)

FSD Beta may cause speeding crashes or act erratic on intersections as Tesla issues a big Model 3/Y recall

Tesla has acknowledged FSD Beta software issues that may cause crashes with some 2016-2023 Model S/X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles, and is issuing a recall notice to fix them. According to the NHTSA, FSD Beta may act erratic on intersections and cause speeding as well.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Feb 2023 20:38
The Pixel Buds Pro will soon match the AirPods Pro with head tracking support. (Image source: Google)

Spatial Audio head tracking coming to Pixel Buds Pro

The Pixel Buds Pro will soon receive head tracking support, courtesy of a new firmware update. In the meantime, Google has readied the Pixel Buds app for the new functionality, which will work in tandem with Spatial Audio.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 19:06
Garmin has rolled out nearly a dozen bug fixes to Fenix 7 series smartwatches this week with its latest Alpha updates. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings plenty of bug fixes to Fenix 7, Enduro 2, Epix 2, Quatix 7 and Marq 2 series smartwatches with new Alpha updates

Garmin has released more updates to Fenix 7, Enduro 2, Epix 2, Quatix 7 and Marq 2 series smartwatches, having just rolled out a new build on its stable software channel. While Alpha versions 11.26 and 11.28 do not add any new features to the Fenix 7, they address numerous bugs that exist in the most recent stable software version.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 18:30
The AORUS RTX 4090 Gaming Box will be available later this year. (Image source: Gigabyte via VideoCardz)

New Gigabyte AORUS Gaming Box to offer liquid-cooled NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

Gigabyte is preparing to release a next-generation AORUS Gaming Box. Based on pre-release marketing materials, the AORUS Gaming Box has fewer HDMI ports than its predecessor but an additional USB Type-C connection. Gigabyte will also pre-install a custom NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 with a built-in liquid cooling system.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 18:27
Gigabyte Aorus FV43U gaming monitor (Source: Gigabyte)

Deal | Gigabyte Aorus FV43U 43-inch 144 Hz gaming monitor drops by 36% on Amazon

Offering a generous 43-inch diagonal, the NVIDIA G-Sync compatible Gigabyte Aorus FV43U monitor targets gamers with a fast response time of 1 ms, 144 Hz refresh rate, and a typical brightness of 300 nits. While Amazon shows a list price of US$1,099.99, it is now down to US$699.99, thanks to a 36% discount.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Feb 2023 18:13
OnePlus has briefly discounted the OnePlus 11 with 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. (Image source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus 11 receives 'free memory upgrade' in US$100 discount for 16 GB RAM model

OnePlus has only just released the OnePlus 11, its latest flagship smartphone. However, the company has already discounted 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage configurations. Billed as a 'free memory upgrade', the deal reduces the OnePlus 11 by 12.5% and should make the device more attractive for those after 256 GB of storage or more RAM.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 18:10
Nothing Phone (1) owners will soon get a taste of Android 13 on their devices (image via own)

Stable Android 13 update now rolling out for Nothing Phone (1) users worldwide

Users who participated in Nothing's beta program are now receiving the Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 update. Nothing Phone (1) users on stable Android 12 should ideally receive it in the coming days.
Anil Ganti, 16 Feb 2023 18:08
The Dimensity 7200. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC debuts to boost gaming and camera performance on next-gen mid-range smartphones

MediaTek touts its latest Dimensity 7200 mobile processor as a platform in which power savings meet "peak power". Like its 9200 flagship sibling, it is a 4 nanometer (nm) chipset, and is also rated to bring specs from current top-end smartphones to more mid-tier devices. They include support for potentially faster 5G, up-to-144Hz displays and 200MP camera sensors.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Feb 2023 17:04
The POCO C55 is likely to be available in multiple colours. (Image source: @TechnoAnkit1)

POCO C55 launching soon as Speed and Swag teaser arrives and specifications leak

Xiaomi is preparing to release the Redmi 12C in India as the POCO C55. Specifications for the latter have surfaced, as has an apparent hands-on photo with the upcoming entry-level handset. The POCO C55 and Redmi 12C are expected to be available globally, too.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 16:27
Originally, Sony claimed that it would bring a single OS update to the Xperia 10 III. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Android 13 upgrade lands on Sony Xperia 10 III in surprise change of heart

Sony has brought Android 13 to the Xperia 10 III, despite only promising to deliver Android 12 to the device. Android 13 arrives as 62.2.A.0.367 for the Xperia 10 III and is rolling out gradually across all markets in which the device is available.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 16:21
The GT 2 series. (Source: Realme)

Realme GT3 240W set to launch worldwide at MWC 2023

Realme has strongly hinted at world-beating charging to be found in a successor to its GT2 Android flagship smartphone line-up of 2022. The GT3 240W's debut as part of the OEM's MWC 2023 exhibition has now been confirmed. Despite its new name, there are suspicions that its design and hardware will have been seen before.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Feb 2023 16:10
Dell S2721QS 4K UHD monitor (Source: Dell)

Deal | Dell S2721QS 4K UHD monitor now 24% off on Amazon

Released at the end of July 2020, the Dell S2721QS is a popular 27-inch 4K UHD ultra-thin bezel monitor that sports an IPS panel with 99% sRGB color gamut, AMD FreeSync support, built-in dual 3 W speakers, and more. The US$329.99 Amazon list price has dropped below the US$250 threshold thanks to a 24% discount.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Feb 2023 16:00
Amazon is selling the Logitech G Pro wireless gaming mouse at a significantly discounted sale price (Image: Logitech)

Deal | Logitech G Pro wireless gaming mouse is 62% off on Amazon

The League of Legends special edition of the Logitech G Pro is on sale for US$49.99 at Amazon, which is a huge US$80 discount in comparison to the official price tag of this well-rounded wireless gaming mouse.
Enrico Frahn, 16 Feb 2023 15:39
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra will likely be the company's premier smartphone throughout 2023 and early 2024. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi 13 Ultra alleged hands-on image points to refined design and quad-Leica camera design

A purported hands-on image of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra has surfaced online. Supposedly, this year's Ultra will launch with a revised design and more rear-facing cameras, among other tweaks from the Xiaomi 12S Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 13:20
Samsung will restrict One UI 5.1 availability to past and present flagship smartphones. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms One UI 5.1 new features and eligibility for past and present flagship smartphones

Samsung has officially announced the launch of One UI 5.1, the company's latest Android offshoot. The rollout of One UI 5.1 starts with the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S21 series, including the Galaxy S20 FE, and will expand to the Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 eventually.
Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2023 13:15
The Google Pixel 7 follows the design language established by the Pixel 6. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Incredible Google Pixel 7 bundle deal from Mint Mobile knocks 50% off phone's retail price and the included 12-month data plan

Rocking a Tensor G2 SoC, 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, and a 6.3-inch 90 Hz OLED display, the Google Pixel 7 is a stunning smartphone with only a few compromises. Mint Mobile is now giving the phone away for US$299 if you sign up for one of the carrier’s 12-month data plans for 50% off.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Feb 2023 13:00
The Anker 637 Magnetic Charging Station (MagGo) has eight outputs. (Image source: Anker)

Deal | Anker 637 Magnetic Charging Station (MagGo) is now 30% off

Anker is offering a US$30 coupon on its 637 Magnetic Charging Station (MagGo) in the US, a 30% discount. The compact gadget, powered by GaN technology, has eight outputs, including a 7.5 W magnetic wireless charging pad. You can also use a 65 W USB-C PD fast charging port for devices like a MacBook Pro.
Polly Allcock, 16 Feb 2023 12:53
The LUCIIDA e-bike kit contains a motorized wheel and handlebar-mounted LCD. (Image source: LUCIIDA)

LUCIIDA motorized wheel e-bike conversion kit is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the LUCIIDA motorized wheel conversion kit is underway. The kit includes a rear wheel with an integrated 250 W motor and an LCD screen. The motor provides a top speed of 32 kph (~20 mph), and the battery allows you to travel up to 130 km (~81 miles).
Polly Allcock, 16 Feb 2023 12:49
The F-150 Lightning workhorse (image: Ford)

F-150 Lightning self-immolation behind production halt as Ford identifies the battery fire cause

An F-150 Lightning that caught on fire while sitting in a quality control holding lot was the reason Ford suspended the electric pickup truck's production earlier. A Ford spokesperson confirmed the fire incident and said the company's engineers have identified the problem and are working to augment the battery production process.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Feb 2023 11:59
If previous entries in the series are any indication, the S23 FE will look similar to the S23 and S23+. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE tipped to debut in Q3 with S22 FE plans now shelved

According to a new report from Korean outlet Hankooki, Samsung has shelved plans for the release of the Galaxy S22 FE. Instead, the company will set its sights on the Galaxy S23 FE, with a view to a Q3 release this year.
Ricci Rox, 16 Feb 2023 11:45
Benchmarks of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D have shown up online (image via AMD)

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D spotted on Ashes of the Singularity benchmark database

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D has been benchmarked on Ashes of the Singularity. At "Crazy_1080p", it scores 8900, 9000, and 9,100 points with an average FPS of 117.8, 119.1 and 120, respectively.
Anil Ganti, 16 Feb 2023 09:44
The AYANEO Geek and AYANEO 2 consoles start at US$949 and US$1,099 respectively. (Source: AYANEO)

Bad AMD Adrenalin drivers potentially crippling Ryzen 7 6800U APU in some AYANEO handheld consoles

The latest AMD Adrenaline GPU drivers are reportedly reducing the amount of video memory available to the Radeon 680M iGPU inside the Ryzen 7 6800U in the AYANEO 2 and the AYANEO Geek handheld game consoles. However, the issue only seems to affect the aforementioned consoles and not the entire AYANEO lineup.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Feb 2023 09:28
Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 is the first modem to support 5G Advanced. (Image Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 5G modem-RF system first to support 5G Advanced, slated to be available in phones from H2 2023

Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon X75 5G modem-RF system with support for 5G Advanced, which aims maximize 5G's potential into extended reality, accurate GPS, enhanced mobility, improved coverage, and more. The Snapdragon X75 5G modem now includes an AI processor that is 2.5x more powerful than the one in the Snapdragon X70. Qualcomm also introduced the Fixed Wireless Access Platform Gen 3 that combines the X75 with Wi-Fi 7 and extended range mmWave and sub-6 GHz for indoor use.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Feb 2023 07:49
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The 12-inch MacBook might not be as dead as some leakers have suggested (Image: Apple)

Rumor | Apple still contemplates 12-inch MacBook revival

The original 12-inch MacBook was released back in 2015, but according to a new leak from one of Apple's numerous suppliers, Cupertino plans for a new compact laptop are still active as the company is expected to make a final decision on the MacBook's future in the second half of 2023.
Enrico Frahn, 15 Feb 2023 23:25
Not all Ryzen 7000 processors have the most up-to-date CPU and GPU architectures that AMD has to offer. (Image source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 7730U shows up on PassMark as a disappointing Ryzen 7 5825U doppelganger

The AMD Ryzen 7 7730U has turned up on the PassMark benchmark site where it has revealed itself to be basically a Ryzen 7 5825U with a fresh coat of paint. The Ryzen 7 7730U was released in January 2023 but is based on Zen 3 architecture and comes with a Vega 8 graphics part. The Barcelo-R APU has been made for use in thin and light laptops.
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2023 22:15
The Galaxy Book3 Ultra. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra pre-orders open in the US

Samsung has now released its new top-end, Dynamic AMOLED 2X-equipped Galaxy Book3 Ultra laptop to pre-order in the US. The new 6-inch PC has landed alongside its Book3 360, Pro and Pro 360 siblings, with special offers such as complimentary storage upgrades and trade-in offers. It allows 1TB SKUs series to debut for just under US$1,100 in their new market.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2023 21:57
Mobvoi unveils a new service. (Source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi unveils a new Sports and Health Data Platform

Mobvoi has potentially enhanced its place in the health-tracking industry with its new online informatics platform. It is billed as a one-stop solution to help analyze one's health- and fitness-related progress over up to seven days via a desktop browser interface. The new Sports and Health Data Platform also offers downloadable reports and compatibility with other services such as Strava.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2023 19:40
Razer Blade 14 compact gaming laptop (Source: Razer)

Deal | Razer Blade 14 with Ryzen 9 6900HX and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti now US$500 off on Amazon

With a list price of US$2,599.99, the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop brings together the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti graphics card in a compact package. Now, Amazon is offering a 19% discount that brings the aforementioned figure down by roughly US$500, to US$2,099.17.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Feb 2023 19:25
The Magic5 Lite. (Source: Honor)

Honor Magic5 Lite launches as a new mid-tier Android smartphone for the European market

The flagship Magic5 series is tipped to debut in Barcelona during MWC 2023 - however, Honor has just revealed that their new Lite variant will be there to usher them into the same region ahead of time. It has a 120Hz AMOLED display and the OEM's latest rear camera hump for mid-rangers - however, it contains lenses that one might not hope to see in its premium siblings.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2023 19:13
Apple's latest stable iOS and iPadOS updates caused issues with Google Photos 6.23. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Google Photos bug resolved for recent iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1 updates

Apple continues to roll out iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1 for eligible iPhones and iPads. The updates introduce several bug fixes for devices running on Apple's stable software distribution branch, with Apple leaving any new features for a major OS revision change. Apple's latest updates did cause a conflict with Google Photos, but an App Store update has now resolved this.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 18:27
The Pixel 7 fared well during our tests last year. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Google hints at display scrolling fixes for Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro handsets

Google has commented on the state of scrolling issues on Pixel 7 series devices. With the stable release of Android 13 QPR2 around the corner, it seems that Google's latest flagships could soon be rid of performance problems that affect some units.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 18:25
Electric VW at a Tesla Supercharger station in Europe (image: OfficialQzf/Reddit)

Tesla chargers will unlock to other EVs in US government push for 100,000 public charging stations

The White House's pressure on Tesla and Elon Musk in particular to unlock its charging network for other electric vehicles has worked, it seems, as it just announced that Tesla will have at least 7,500 of its piles made accessible to other EV brands. This includes both existing and brand new chargers across the 50 states.
Daniel Zlatev, 15 Feb 2023 18:13
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PlayStation Plus Premium is all set to get a bunch of new games (image via Bilibilikun on Twitter)

Updated | Horizon Forbidden West allegedly arriving on PlayStation Plus Premium soon

A new leak says Horizon Forbidden West will be available to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers on February 21. Other notable games include Scarlet Nexus, Resident Evil VII and Bioshock 3.
Anil Ganti, 15 Feb 2023 17:57
Oppo sells the Find N2 Flip in Astral Black and Moonlit Purple colourways. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N2 Flip: Global model arrives with pre-order bonuses and pricing that undercuts Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4

Oppo has launched the Find N2 Flip outside China. While the company has not brought higher memory configurations to Europe and the UK, the Find N2 Flip is cheaper than the Galaxy Z Flip4, even before factoring pre-order bonuses like a free pair of Enco X2 earbuds.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 17:34
AMD's RT implementation sees some improvements (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Adrenalin 23.2.1 GPU drivers discovered to improve RX 6000 ray tracing performance, but mostly in synthetic tests

The release notes for the latest AMD Adrenalin 23.2.1 drivers do not specifically mention ray tracing improvements for the RX 6000-series, but some Twitter users are reporting uplifts of almost 40% in 3DMark. These gains unfortunately do not seem to apply to any game that supports RT, with the exception of Doom Eternal.
Bogdan Solca, 15 Feb 2023 16:48
The Watch Buds has only made it to market outside China in one colourway. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch Buds: Unusual smartwatch and earbuds combo launches globally with pre-order bonus and discount

Huawei has released the Watch Buds outside China. Equipped with a large AMOLED display, the Watch Buds resembles a regular smartwatch. However, it also contains a pair of TWS earbuds that Huawei hopes will resolve the need to carry a smartwatch and earbuds separately.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 16:40
The DJI Inspire 2 debuted over five years ago, pictured. (Image source: DJI)

DJI Inspire 3: More pictures of forthcoming professional drone leak

It appears that the DJI Inspire 3 is edging ever closer to release. Reputedly, the Inspire 3 could replace the Inspire 2 as soon as next month, with DJI having now sent the former to Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) for beta testing. The Inspire 3 is rumoured to utilise the Zenmuse X9 too, a full-frame camera that can record videos in up to 8K quality.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 15:38
The Edge 40 Pro should launch globally in two colours but only in one storage configuration. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 40 Pro lands on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 12 GB of RAM

Motorola is moving closer to launching the Edge 40 Pro, which will likely be available as the Edge Plus (2023) in North America. While the company has not yet commented on the device's release, recent Geekbench listings appear to confirm that the Edge 40 Pro will come with 12 GB of RAM, affirming earlier leaks.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 15:19
The Volla Phone X23 is available in a single colourway. (Image source: Hallo Welt Systeme)

Volla Phone X23: New Google-free smartphone launches with Ubuntu Touch or Volla OS AOSP fork

The Volla Phone X23 is the latest Google-free smartphone from Hallo Welt Systeme. The Volla Phone X23 relies on a mid-range MediaTek Helio chipset and has a 5,000 mAh battery that supports wireless charging, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2023 14:14

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