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The Green Ghost Gamepad. (Source: Black Shark)

Black Shark Green Ghost Gamepad launches as new "e-sports grade" controller

Black Shark - which started out as Xiaomi's gaming smartphone division - has heralded its "new gaming era" with the Green Ghost controller. It boasts ALPS joysticks for enhanced "durability" and "2,000-level accuracy". It has been...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2023 22:57

EE routers are due an upgrade. (Source: EE)

EE to bring Qualcomm-powered Wi-Fi 7 to UK home broadband market

EE has announced plans to bring Wi-Fi 7 routers powered by Qualcomm to the UK market soon. The carrier asserts that its residential broadband customers will be among the first on Earth to access such potential speeds thanks to the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2023 22:07

This router is getting a successor. (Source: Charter)

Spectrum Advanced WiFi next-gen router to support Wi-Fi 7 thanks to Qualcomm

Qualcomm has announced that it will partner the US broadband company Charter to deliver a new router for the latter's Spectrum Advanced WiFi service. It is rated to deliver 10 gigabit per second (Gb/s) wired speeds as well as Wi-F...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2023 19:47

Qualcomm unveils its latest broadband tech. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm 10G Fiber Gateway Platform debuts to bring 10Gb broadband with Wi-Fi 7 to the home

Qualcomm asserts that it will unlock next-gen broadband speeds with its new 10G Fiber Platform. It is designed to become the basis of next-gen service access devices capable of using 10 gigabit (10Gb) cables to unleash Wi-Fi 7 spe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2023 19:06

The PXG Edition is the second golf-focused Galaxy Watch6 special edition. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung releases Galaxy Watch6 Classic PXG Edition in 43 mm and 47 mm flavours

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Watch6 Classic PXG Edition, the fourth special edition version of the Galaxy Watch6 series. The PXG Edition is available in 43 mm and 47 mm variants, but only in South Korea for now.

Alex Alderson, 20 Sep 2023 18:27

The Teclast P85T comes in a mint green finish with Android 13. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast P85T: New budget Android 13 tablet arrives with 8-inch display for under US$100

The Teclast P85T is an 8-inch tablet powered by an Allwinner A523 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and a 5,000 mAh battery. Available for US$79.99, the Teclast P85T ships with Android 13 and can be purchased with a first-party folio case.

Alex Alderson, 20 Sep 2023 14:57

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 GPS smartwatch is now available. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Vivoactive 5 GPS smartwatch launches with 11-day battery life

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 GPS smartwatch is now available in various markets, including North America and Europe. The 42.2 mm (~1.7-in) wide device has a 1.2-in AMOLED display and can last up to 11 days with typical use. Other featu...

Polly Allcock, 20 Sep 2023 14:03

Nikon's Zf camera should prove to be a very capable camera for video creators and photographers alike. (Image source: Nikon)

Nikon launches Zf retro full-frame mirrorless camera oozing with style and practical controls, with US$1,999.95 pricetag

An EXPEED 7 processor and 24.5 MP BSI sensor with 8.0-stop, five-axis IBIS meet to produce a retro camera with promising specifications and features for photography and videography alike. Dual card slots also give the Zf redundant...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Sep 2023 08:01

The X40 GT Racing Edition. (Source: Honor)

Honor X40 GT Racing Edition: Reservations open for refreshed 144Hz display smartphone

In another case of interesting smartphones with limited regional availability, Honor has announced a new version of its X40 GT. The Android smartphone's new Racing Edition can now be reserved in new colorways and with more RAM tha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Sep 2023 21:06

The Asus ExpertCenter PB63 is available in black or white (Image source: Asus)

Asus ExpertCenter PB63: 1.35 liter mini PC debuts with support for 65 W Intel processors

Measuring only 175 x 175 x 44.2 mm, the ASUS ExpertCenter PB63 mini PCs pack quite a punch for their size. Users can opt for a top-of-the-line Core i9-13900 processor and pair it with DDR5 RAM and up to three storage devices.

Tudor Cibean, 19 Sep 2023 20:36

Garmin has added a fifth SKU to the Tactix 7 series with its AMOLED model. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin refreshes Tactix 7 smartwatch series with new AMOLED model

Garmin has released the Tactix 7 AMOLED, a model that slots in below the Pro Ballistics edition at US$1,399.99. The Garmin Tactix 7 AMOLED is available to order now but only as a 51 mm smartwatch.

Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2023 19:43

Lofree Flow launches as world's first low-profile Kalih Full POM switch mechanical keyboard

Lofree asserts that its latest product is "extremely thin" compared to the average "all aluminum" mechanical keyboard. Nevertheless, it still accommodates "highly acclaimed" Full POM switches from Kailh that are, moreover, hot-swa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Sep 2023 18:24

The Honor V Purse is the thinnest foldable around. (Image source: Honor)

Honor V Purse released as world's lightest and thinnest foldable smartphone

Honor has now released the V Purse in China, a wraparound foldable that the company originally billed as a prototype. The Honor V Purse starts at CNY 5,999 (~US$826) with 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, but only comes with the...

Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2023 17:43

Oscal Pad 15 Android tablet (Source: Oscal)

Unisoc Tiger T606-powered Oscal Pad 15 Android 13 tablet hits the market

Although it uses the Unisoc Tiger T606 processor, which arrived in 2019, the Oscal Pad 15 is a new tablet that ships loaded with Android 13-based software. Its highlights include a generous 8,280 mAh battery, a pair of 13/16 MP ca...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2023 16:31

Cubot sells the Tab 40 in a single SKU for now. (Image source: Cubot)

Cubot Tab 40 launches as new Android tablet with US$109.99 introductory offer

The Cubot Tab 40 is a budget tablet based around a Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset and a 10.4-inch display. Available now for as little as US$109.99, the Cubot Tab 40 also has 8 GB of RAM and comes pre-installed with Android 13.

Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2023 16:15

The new Cinema Camera 6K with optional EVF (Image Source: Blackmagic Design)

Blackmagic Design enters full-frame and L-mount arena with new Cinema Camera 6K

Blackmagic Design has launched its first full-frame camera, the Cinema Camera 6K, in a portable form factor. This is also its first L-mount camera, enabling use of lenses from Leica, Panasonic and Sigma. Its full frame 6K sensor c...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 19 Sep 2023 13:35

Optoma UHZ35ST launches as an extra portable, gaming-friendly DLP projector

Optoma asserts that its latest 4K projector offers just about all the advantages of its predecessor in a package reduced in size by 34%. These potential benefits include a 240Hz/1080p "ultra-low" latency Gaming Mode, "flexible" sh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Sep 2023 18:55

The Magellan 5 runs Android 11 out of the box. (Image source: ONYX BOOX)

ONYX BOOX Magellan 5: New e-Reader available for US$179.99 with E Ink Carta Plus display

The Magellan 5 is a new E-reader from ONYX BOOX with a 6-inch display and a 3,000 mAh battery. The ONYX BOOX Magellan 5 also runs Android 11 and is available for US$179.99.

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2023 18:18

Deal | Oukitel WP27 brings camo style to rugged smartphones for as little as US$160

Oukitel asserts that its latest device proves that "Camo is the New Fashion" among rugged smartphones. The WP27 does indeed strive to stand out with its new colorway, and also offers a 120Hz display, 12GB of RAM and Android 13, al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Sep 2023 17:05

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A will combine a 180 Hz refresh rate with a 1080p resolution. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A: New small gaming monitor debuts with 1080p resolution and 180 Hz refresh rate

ASUS has unleashed the TUF Gaming VG249QL3A, a 23.8-inch gaming monitor that relies on a Fast IPS panel. According to ASUS, the TUF Gaming VG249QL3A delivers a 180 Hz refresh rate with 1 ms response times, as well as a 1080p resol...

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2023 00:17

The Acer Nitro XV282K V3 is already available in the US. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Nitro XV282K V3 debuts as new 4K gaming monitor with 150 Hz refresh rate

Acer has launched the Nitro XV282K V3, a new mid-sized gaming monitor with a 4K resolution and 150 Hz refresh rate. Available now in the US, the gaming monitor also has modern I/O and retails for less than US$450.

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2023 00:06

OPPO A2 Pro launches with a premium gloss over mid-range Android specs

OPPO has unleashed a new round camera hump device on the Android smartphone market. However, despite this resemblance to the Find X6 flagship series, the A2 Pro has a mid-range MediaTek chipset and dual rear cameras. Nevertheless,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2023 18:22

The Acer Nitro XZ320QK P3 retails for US$499.99. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Nitro XZ320QK P3: New curved gaming monitor starts at US$499.99 with 4K resolution and 165 Hz refresh rate

Acer has released the Nitro XZ320QK P3, a US$499.99 gaming monitor with a 4K resolution and a 165 Hz refresh rate. The Nitro XZ320QK P3 also has a 1500R curvature, modern I/O and good colour accuracy, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2023 02:32

Samsung has made a few aesthetic changes from the Galaxy Z series when creating the W24 and W24 Flip. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung W24 and W24 Flip debut with 1 TB of storage and premium ceramic back designs

Samsung has presented the W24 and W24 Flip, both higher-end alternatives to the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5. Not only has Samsung equipped the W24 series with more RAM and storage than their Galaxy Z counterparts, but they a...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2023 01:22

ARM IPO results in stock price explosion during first week on Nasdaq

ARM has now successfully implemented its initial public offering (IPO), said to have inflated its stock price by 10% right from the start of trading. Big names in tech such as Samsung, Intel, AMD and MediaTek are projected to beco...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2023 19:34

The Note 30 VIP Racing Edition. (Source: Infinix)

Infinix Note 30 VIP Racing Edition launches with new LED leather effect and BMW Group tie-in

Infinix has now unleashed a new version of its Note 30 Android smartphone. The OEM has partnered with the BMW division Designworks to produce a motorsport-inspired finish for VIP Racing Edition. It incorporates 3D Lighting Leather...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2023 17:17

Rivian R1T owners seem quite pleased with the results of the latest software updates, especially on bumpy roads. (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian 2023.34.0 software update has drivers singing about better suspension, ride quality, and handling

Rivian R1T owners are reporting a drastic improvement in ride quality thanks to the latest 2023.34.0 software update. Aside from some handy new ADAS features, they say that their electric pickup trucks now handle small bumps and h...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Sep 2023 01:31

The Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 appears to be a lesser version of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 now official as new 4 nm chipset with downgrades from Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, a new 4 nm chipset that will debut next week in the Redmi Note 13 Pro. Surprisingly, it appears that the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 is the weakest Snapdragon 7 series chipset yet since Qualc...

Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2023 17:13

The QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. (Source: Bose)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds launch with updated IPX4 design and optional wireless charging

Bose's new flagship TWS earbuds are now officially Ultra as well as QuietComfort-series flagships. They are rated for the same high-end specs as their Headphone counterparts - first-gen Immersive Audio included - just in a TWS IPX...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2023 16:42

The QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. (Source: Bose)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones launch with aptX Adaptive and Immersive Audio

Bose has finally confirmed that its new top-end QuietComfort headphones are Ultra for the first time. They have also launched with first-gen Immersive Audio, the iconic brand's take on spatial audio. The Ultra Headphones also boas...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2023 16:35

HUNSN BM34: Fanless mini PC debuts from US$200 with eight USB ports

At just 170 x 125 x 50 mm, the HUNSN BM34 punches above its weight thanks to the extensive connectivity and storage interfaces it offers, while the Intel N100 CPU helps keep the price down.

Tudor Cibean, 15 Sep 2023 11:43

The AOC GAMING 16G3 comes in a black and red finish. (Image source: AOC)

AOC GAMING 16G3: New portable monitor presented with 144 Hz refresh rate before launching later this month

AOC has unveiled the GAMING 16G3, a 15.6-inch portable monitor with a 1080p resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. Available later this month for £249.99, the AOC GAMING 16G3 also has micro HDMI and USB Type-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode...

Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2023 01:46

The Huawei Mate X5 is exclusive to China for now. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Mate X5 now available for Mate X3 pricing as new foldable flagship contender

Huawei is now selling the Mate X5 following the device's unveiling last week. The Mate X5 is one of the first devices to ship with the Huawei Kirin 9000S chipset but makes few other changes from the Mate X3.

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 22:09

The Huawei Watch Ultimate Gold Edition will be one of the most expensive smartwatches around when it launches next month. (Image source: Telepolis)

Huawei Watch Ultimate Gold Edition to launch next month for €2,999

Huawei has showcased the Watch Ultimate Gold Edition, an even more premium alternative to the Watch Ultimate. Billed as the company's 'first gold smartwatch', the Watch Ultimate Gold Edition will arrive next month for €2,999.

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 21:20

The Surface Laptop Go 3 in two of its four launch colours. (Image source: @rquandt & WinFuture)

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3: New leak details price increase and showcases new compact laptop in four colours

Microsoft will officially present the Surface Laptop Go 3 next week, having previously confirmed plans to host a launch event on September 21. In the meantime, an extensive leak from a reliable source has revealed various previous...

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 20:32

The new Nexode 100W GaN charger. (Source: UGREEN)

UGREEN Nexode 100W GaN Charging Station launches with MagSafe support and versatile design

UGREEN combines iPhone-friendly wireless charging and Android-friendly fast wired charging in the same new Nexode-series charger. It has a flip-up 'lid' that allows the user to place their MagSafe-compatible device on it at an ang...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Sep 2023 19:41

Electric BMW M3 with Neue Klasse architecture to land with up to 1,000 hp and AWD after i3 and iX3 SUV

BMW product development head, Frank Weber, confirmed that the next M3 will be a performance EV based on the Neue Klasse platform that has the capability to put down 1,000 hp through all four wheels.

Julian van der Merwe, 14 Sep 2023 18:48

The Moto G54 and Moto G84 come in multiple colour options, including several shades of blue. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G54 and Moto G84 land in Europe and UK as new mid-range smartphones

Motorola is now offering the Moto G54 and Moto G84 in more markets. The pair are now available in the Eurozone and the UK, where they are available for €199.99/£179.99 and €299.99/£249.99, respectively.

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 18:12

Formlabs' wide catalog of 3D printing materials (Image Source: Formlabs)

Formlabs unveils groundbreaking silicone and ceramic 3D printing materials

Formlabs has unveiled two groundbreaking 3D printing materials, Silicone 40A and Alumina 4N, for their stereolithography printers. As the first accessible pure silicone and ceramic options for SLA printing, they deliver incredible...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 14 Sep 2023 15:51

Motorola offers the Ege 40 Neo in three Pantone colour options. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: New mid-range smartphone starts with 144 Hz pOLED display, 12 GB of RAM and IP68 certification for €399

Motorola has now presented the Edge 40 Neo in Europe, a new mid-range smartphone that combines a 144 Hz pOLED display with a 5,000 mAh battery and a Dimensity 7030 chipset. The Edge 40 Neo is already orderable in Europe, where it ...

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 15:25

HP announces its coolest and most expensive Spectre Fold 3-in-1 laptop yet for a whopping US$5000

It may not be the first foldable laptop in the market, but that may work to HP’s advantage. The 17-inch Spectre Fold looks poised to overcome some of the growing pains on the 2021 ThinkPad X1 Fold with its much-improved 2.5K OLED ...

Allen Ngo, 14 Sep 2023 14:00

Acer has only launched the Nitro XV242F in China for now. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Nitro XV242F: New 540 Hz gaming monitor debuts with VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification

Acer has released the Nitro XV242F in China, where it sells for CNY 3,999 (~US$550). The Acer Nitro XV242F has a 24-inch TN panel with a 1080p resolution, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and a monster 540 Hz refresh rate, among ...

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 13:45

The Ulefone Armor 22 will ship with Android 13. (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 22 to launch later this month with 120 Hz display and large battery for initial US$149.99

Ulefone has now confirmed the launch date and pricing for its next smartphone. The Ulefone Armor 22 will be available next week for as little as US$149.99, although it will eventually carry a US$299.99 MSRP.

Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2023 13:09

MediaTek Helio G99-powered Blackview A96 smartphone (Source: Blackview)

Blackview unveils A96 MediaTek Helio G99-powered Android 13 smartphone

Set for a debut via AliExpress at an early bird price of US$169.99 for the 8/256 GB version, the new Blackview A96 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 processor and features a 6.5-inch IPS display with 120 Hz dynamic refresh, as ...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2023 12:23

The Volvo EX90 is one EV that will now be able to stream content from Amazon Video while stationary. (Image source: Google)

Polestar EVs get Prime Video streaming while digital car key expands to Hyundai Group thanks to Android Auto and Google built-in feature dump update

Google's in-car software suite just got a host of upgrades that add features like conference calling through WebEx and Zoom, as well as video streaming via Prime Video. For obvious reasons, Zoom and WebEx are both audio-only, and ...

Julian van der Merwe, 14 Sep 2023 03:17

AOHi's new GaN accessory. (Source: AOHi)

AOHi The Future Creative 65W GaN Plus charger launches at 20% discount

AOHi's latest USB type-C charger has a new design rated to make it much more compact and travel-friendly than the average power brick. It is also equipped with "GaN Plus" technology for potentially improved stability and thermal m...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Sep 2023 23:06

Waveshare RP2040 Pi-Zero (Image source: Waveshare)

Waveshare launches RP2040 Pi-Zero board with Raspberry Pi chip for under US$10

Measuring just 65 x 30 mm, the Waveshare RP2040 Pi-Zero board has the same form factor as the popular Raspberry Pi Zero. It comes equipped with an RP2040 microcontroller, 16 MB of NOR flash, and supports storage expansion through ...

Tudor Cibean, 13 Sep 2023 22:19

Bambu Lab's posts tease exciting features for the launch (Image Source: Bambu Labs via X)

Bambu Lab teases exciting features – active motor noise canceling, colorful 3D printing – ahead of product launch

Over the last few days, 3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has teased an upcoming product that will be launched on September 20. So far it has mentioned three features to look forward to – multicolor printing, active motor noise ca...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Sep 2023 22:04