Available on Amazon since mid-October 2020, the Asus ROG Swift PG329Q gaming monitor has been priced for a long time at US$699.99. A few days ago, it dropped to the lowest value recorded so far, which is US$483.12. According to Camelcamelcamel, its average price based on the last 50 changes is US$634.33.

Lenovo's 14-inch Yoga Pro 7 subnotebook is optionally available with the fast GeForce RTX 4050, with which you can run all the latest games smoothly in 1080p on a 120 Hz screen. At the same time, the fantastic IPS panel scores with P3 coverage and accurate colors.

The Redmi Note 12 is the cheapest model in the current Redmi Note series. Although it costs considerably less than a Redmi Note 12 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro+, its update supply is longer.

A possible Nintendo Switch 2 release date has emerged out of a mixed bunch of rumors, leaks, and news lately. An eclectic mixture of incidents has led some observers to believe that Nintendo will release a Switch 2 console in 2023, despite some seemingly convenient mistranslation work in recent reports.

The well-rounded 3.1.2 soundbar from LG's 2021 lineup is approaching the end of its market cycle, which may be the reason why Best Buy is now selling the Dolby Atmos audio system with a powerful subwoofer for a fraction of its regular price.

HTC has indicated that it will unleash a successor to the Desire 22 Pro later in May 2023. It is thought to launch with potentially significant rear camera and display specs (on paper, at least), with more moderate battery and charging upgrades. Then again, the OEM may choose to focus on use-cases besides mobile photography or mid-range performance with this next-gen "Pro".

Even in 2025, electric cars with modern 800V powertrains and fast charging systems will be few and far between, says an industry report. EVs like the KIA EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq will only represent a bit over 12% of the total then, from just 2% now.

Tecno is now said to take Samsung on with a "Phantom V Fold Yoga" to match the Galaxy Z Flip4 in the near future. Hands-on images of the device suggest that the two do indeed have a very similar build, although the "V Yoga" may stand out with a larger and more distinctive cover display. Then again, the Android smartphone may also launch with mid-range specs compared to the 2022 class-leader.

Also available with Intel Core i7-12700H and i9-12900HK processors, the Alienware x17 R2 gaming laptop with i9-12900H is now available for US$1,999.99, US$900 less than Dell's estimated value of US$2,899.99. This discounted configuration also comes with GeForce RTX 3070 Ti graphics, 16 GB RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and Windows 11 Home.

Banana Pi has finally started selling the BPI-W3, an SBC based around the Rockchip RK3588 with 8 GB of RAM. However, the BPI-W3 has received a major redesign since last year's preview, with Banana Pi including a system-on-module and an M.2 Key M slot, among other changes.

Garmin has released another Release Candidate for the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965, two of its latest smartwatches. Rolling out now, Beta Version 4.17 is likely the last beta build before Garmin releases a new stable update for the Forerunner 265 and the Forerunner 965.

Garmin has released Beta Version 13.17 for the Fenix 7 series and various other smartwatches. Rolling out just after Beta Version 13.16 arrived, the latest beta build addresses several bugs, including one that caused PulseOx to stop working.

The Orange Pi 5 Plus is the third and latest member in the Orange Pi 5 series. Equipped with a Rockchip RK3588 chipset, the Orange Pi 5 Plus also comes with up to 16 GB of RAM, plenty of ports and multiple storage methods.

An interview with Jeep's CEO has revealed that an all-electric Jeep Wrangler is coming soon to conquer the electric off-road scene. Previously, the Jeep Wrangler Magneto concept vehicles have exemplified just how adept an all-electric Jeep Wrangler could be. The only catch is that we'll have to wait until 2027 for the production Wrangler EV to land alongside the handful of electric models the brand has already released.

Sometimes you don't want to play a battle royale or MOBA game and instead want to feel like you're part of an expansive world brimming with colour and adventure. Well, action adventure games tend to deliver that in spades. This May, some of Steam's best action adventure game releases in recent years are on sale.

The Chinese government has forced Tesla to issue its largest recall in the country so far. The recall in question addresses accidents allegedly caused by driver confusion that seems to be linked to Tesla's one-pedal driving mode — a problem that could be resolved via an OTA update. All of the brand's vehicles in China seem to be subject to the recall, which goes into effect on May 29, 2023.

A well-rounded AMD configuration of the budget-friendly ThinkPad E15 has now received one of its biggest discounts thus far, which has dropped the 15-inch business laptop to US$652 at Lenovo's very own online shop.

SmallRig has announced a set of rugged cages and related accessories for the Nikon Z 8 mere days after Nikon revealed the camera for the first time. SmallRig's offerings fit the Z 8 both with and without the battery grip in place, and offer a variety of extra features, including cable clamps, a top handle, and a host of threaded mounting points for accessories. Limited pre-orders are currently live, with deliveries and proper availability set for May 30, 2023.

Nvidia's next gen RTX 50 Blackwell with purported 144 SMs isn't reaching ambitious performance gains in internal testing, according to latest rumors. Apparently, Blackwell's performance gains vis-à-vis AD102 are in the range of what we've seen from Pascal to Turing, but Nvidia wants more. This could imply that Nvidia might go for higher SMs counts with GB102 and possibly even a multi-chip module architecture similar to the purported GB100 datacenter GPU.

Honda has announced the e:Ny1 electric compact SUV for the European market. The Japanese marque bills the e:Ny1 as a fun, dynamic ride with a practical range. The e:Ny1 is Honda's second electric vehicle in Europe, serving as a larger alternative to the urban Honda e.

The compact, mid-range Nikon Z 5 full-frame mirrorless camera is currently at a 30-day low on Amazon thanks to Nikon's May rebates. A 29% discount has dropped the price on the excellent Z mount body to US$996.95, making it an attractive option for anyone looking to get into full-frame photography or videography without breaking the bank.

OtterBox and CASETiFY have confirmed that they are among the first of the popular accessory brands to support the newly-announced Google Pixel Fold with protective accessories. Both companies assert that the new cases can protect the first-gen flexible-display device with no hindrance to its unique new function. OtterBox also backs its versions to keep any added bulk to a minimum, whereas CASETiFY offers certified military-standard protection.

A Taiwanese retailer has shared details about the Predator XB323KRV, a forthcoming Acer gaming monitor with a high resolution and fast IPS panel. The Predator XB323KRV will also feature plenty of ports and DisplayHDR 600 certification.

After the massive March and February price drops across the entire Tesla lineup, some of the company's US models have received a price increase, albeit a small one compared to the recent US$10,000 price cuts. The only Tesla to escape the moderate price increases is the Model 3. The Model S and X will cost US$1,000 more, while the Model Y sees a much smaller US$250 increase.

Zepp has added artificial intelligence to the Amazfit GTR 4 in a bid to optimise workouts. The smartwatch's latest update, firmware version 3.23.3.1, also contains other changes aimed at further improving workouts.

iQOO has officially confirmed that it will launch the world's first Android smartphone with MediaTek's newest flagship processor later in May 2023. The Dimensity 9200 Plus (or 9200+) is slated to power the Pro version of the Neo8 series on that date. The device is also already slated to arrive with the latest take on iQOO's high-end design and a dedicated secondary chip for its rear cameras.

OnePlus is now believed to have another device to augment its high-end 2023 smartphone line-up soon. It is thought to ship with the same processor as the brand's current flagship, yet hit a more moderate price-point with a display from BOE. It is slated to launch in China, yet could arrive in other regions thereafter as a new variation on the existing 11R.

Volkswagen has now announced that its impending ID.7 electric sedan is also coming in GTX form. The newer variant is backed to debut with all-wheel drive and even more performance than the original vanilla model can get out of its platform. It is also slated to stand out with design tweaks that reflect the "intelligent sportiness" of its new suffix.

One of the first Cybertruck VIN numbers that roll off the conveyor belts at Giga Texas this fall will go to one lucky winner of Tesla's newly minted raffle. It is offered as part of Tesla's referral program and allows multiple entries.

Apple threw a wrench in Samsung's 8th-gen OLED display investment plans as it is reportedly delaying the launch of the MacBook with OLED display with a whole year. Sluggish MacBook sales may have premeditated Apple's decision.

ASUS is now selling the ROG Ally, its first gaming handheld. For now, the ROG Ally only comes in its most expensive Ryzen Z1 Extreme trim. A Ryzen Z1 model is on its way, but not until Q3 2023 at the earliest.

Japan is seeking to reclaim its former semiconductor production crown with the newly-created Rapidus foundry that is collaborating with IBM to create cutting edge 2 nm chips. The plan is to offer yields and efficiency comparable to TSMC and Samsung by 2027, then usher the angstrom era ahead of the big foundries.

Urtopia has unveiled the Chord and Chord X e-bikes in Europe. The electric bicycles have smart features, including a built-in control panel for navigation, fingerprint unlock and an accompanying app. The standard model has a top assistance speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 120 km (~75 miles) range.

The Garmin Public Beta Version 15.17 for the Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 955 smartwatches is being rolled out. The latest update brings new altimeter calibration options, cycling event views, and sleep schedule updates. Plus, the software fixes some bugs that could cause the watch to crash.

The stalkless steering wheel with capacitive buttons from the Model S refresh is apparently coming to the 2023 Model 3 facelift, too. The car has been snapped with a drone camera over at the Fremont factory and this time part of the interior is clearly visible as well.

Anker has discounted its 727 Charging Station (GaNPrime 100W) by US$20 in the US and is currently offering a free gift with your purchase. The gadget allows you to simultaneously charge six devices via two AC outlets, USB-C, and USB-A ports. When charging solely from a USB-C port, the maximum power output is 100W.

Using a restrained RTX 4070 and a slowed down i9-13900H, Samsung has brought out an extremely thin creator notebook that can definitely compete with the MacBook Pro. On the other hand, occasional gaming remains an option under Windows, provided that the available performance is sufficient.

A low weight (ca. 1.4 kg, ~3 lb), an excellent battery life, and a matte 16:10 display (17 inches, 2,560 x 1,600 pixels) represent the highlights of the LG Gram 17. They are accompanied by two Thunderbolt 4 connections and a good keyboard.

Subaru recently released its 2022-2023 financial results in which it revealed that by 2026 its electric lineup will grow to four crossover models. Subaru and Toyota have thusfar been very late to the electric vehicle party, and the pair may lose revenue as a result. Subaru intends to sell 200,000 electric vehicles per year by 2026, with an additional 200,000 units per year of production starting in 2028.

There has been mention of both an Xperia 7 and the frequently rumored Xperia ACE IV in a new report about upcoming Sony smartphones. Sony has already released two Xperia devices in 2023 and there are some expectations that at least three more Xperia smartphones are in the pipeline for this year. This unconfirmed list apparently includes a MediaTek Dimensity-powered Xperia phone.

The fan-favourite Panasonic GX85 Micro Four Thirds camera, bundled with 12-32 mm and 45-150 mm kit lenses, is on sale for US$647.99 on Amazon and B&H Photo. The 19% discount is the lowest price in 30 days for the feature-rich compact hybrid camera. Panasonic's GX85 makes an excellent small-form-factor 4K video and photography camera for those looking for something more capable than a point-and-shoot camera to start getting into interchangeable lens systems.

Vast, a startup aerospace company based in California, is currently building the world's first private space station. The company hopes to launch the station into orbit within the next two to three years with the help of SpaceX.

After the original launch price of US$399 may have deterred some gamers from tackling their long-overdue hardware upgrade, one of AMD's more popular desktop CPUs can now be ordered at a significant discount as the Ryzen 7 7700X has dropped to US$295 on Amazon.

RTX 4000-powered gaming laptops are gradually receiving bigger and bigger discounts, which has now resulted in a decent deal for the current Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 that sports a quick AMD processor and Nvidia's RTX 4070 dGPU.

Canon has unveiled the PowerShot V10, a camera aimed at vloggers and video creators. The unique, compact form factor of the PowerShot V10 positions it as a solid attempt at drawing beginner vloggers and content creators away from smartphones, despite the camera lacking some key features for video creators.

Google has silently cut the price of the Pixel 6a after revealing the Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold and the Pixel Tablet. The price appears to be a new fixed price for Google's cheapest smartphone, likely to distinguish it from the company's new mid-range offering.

Google has released the second Android 14 Beta following yesterday's I/O 2023 keynote. Android 14 Beta 2 is available across numerous devices from iQOO, Lenovo, Nothing, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Tecno, Vivo and Xiaomi, unlike its Pixel-exclusive predecessors.

Fairphone has presented the Fairbuds XL, a new pair of over-ear headphones centred around repairability and sustainability. The Fairbuds XL supports Qualcomm aptX HD, ANC, Bluetooth Multipoint and is rated for up to 26 hours of battery life with ANC enabled. The Fairbuds XL is already orderable in multiple markets in black or green colourways.