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Unlike Tesla, that sells performance, Fisker markets its Ocean SUV more as a lifestyle vehicle focussed on sustainability and comfort. (Image source: Fisker, Inc.)

Fisker drops Ocean Extreme US pricing as it opens order books for all trims and raises prices on cheaper trims

Fisker has dropped the price of the Ocean Extreme SUV by US$7,500 to US$61,449, putting it well below the standard Dual Motor AWD Tesla Model X and much closer to the US$52,490 Model Y Performance. Fisker customers who have alread...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Oct 2023 19:49

Reolink's latest solar cameras. (Source: Reolink)

Reolink 4K Solar Camera Series launches touted as fully wireless home security solutions

Reolink has announced that all of its latest accessories "revolutionize" battery-powered home security systems with both solar power and "4K clarity" across the board. The line-up also includes choices of either Wi-Fi- or standalo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 19:15

Vankyo Vista T4 hits US market as new ALPD 4.0 4K ultra short throw laser projector

The new Vankyo Vista T4 laser projector has been unleashed on the US market with "advanced" ALPD 4.0 technology for a "cinematic experience". It is rated to throw a 150-inch image in "native 4K" from less than 20 inches away from ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 18:16

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad 2024 debuts with 11-inch screen and 8GB of RAM for under US$130

Lenovo has made the Xiaoxin Pad 2024 official as its latest Android tablet. The slate is touted as a thin and light device with a "high-definition eye-protecting" screen, yet is also touted at the budget end of the market with a s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 17:35

The Teclast T60 combines a Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset with an 8,000 mAh battery. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast T60: New 12-inch Android tablet coming soon for under US$300

Teclat has announced the T60, another budget tablet by the company. The Teclast T60 will be available soon from Amazon for under US$300 with a 12-inch IPS display running at 2,000 x 1,200 pixels, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2023 16:46

Jackery announces its latest sale. (Source: Jackery)

Deal | Jackery Solar Generators go for up to US$1,000 off for a limited time

Jackery is celebrating its 11th anniversary and Hallowe'en 2023 at the same time with up to 30% off deals on its portable power stations, even its latest models such as the Solar Generator 700 Plus. Most of the units on sale come ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 16:30

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Android tablet (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+ Android slates launch globally

Both available in 4/64 GB and 8/128 GB configurations, the Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+ also feature various attributes that set them apart. The most obvious ones are the processors (Helio G99 vs. Snapdragon 695) and display s...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Oct 2023 12:17

Toyota reimagines the Land Cruiser as a luxury seven-seater for the electric era. (Image source: Toyota)

Electric Toyota Land Cruiser Se ditches rugged roots alongside Hilux-like EPU pickup for Japan Mobility Show reveal

Toyota has provided a sneak peek at what to expect from the Japan Mobility Show, but the highlights of the show are sure to be the electric Land Cruiser and EPU pickup truck concepts. The Land Cruiser, however, changes significant...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Oct 2023 08:43

iReader: Two new e-readers are available internationally

iReader: New e-readers unveiled, two now available worldwide

Several new iReader e-book readers have been released, namely the iReader Light 3, Light 3 Turbo and Ocean 3 Turbo. Two of these are already available worldwide.

Silvio Werner, 22 Oct 2023 23:58

The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 has an IPX8-certified housing. (Image source: PocketBook)

PocketBook InkPad Color 3 introduced as new waterproof E-reader with improved colour display

The PocketBook InPad Color 3 is a mid-sided E-reader with a few tricks up its sleeve. On the one hand, the InkPad Color 3 has a colour display, as its name suggests. On the other hand, the E-reader is waterproof to IPX8, unlike ma...

Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2023 23:53

The Onyx BOOX Note X3 supports pen input and OCR recognition. (Image source: Onyx)

Onyx BOOX Note X3 arrives running Android 12 and large battery

The Onyx BOOX Note X3 is one of the company's many new large E-readers that runs Android. Available already in some markets, the Note X3 has a 4,600 mAh battery, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2023 22:36

Edifier NeoBuds Pro 2 debut with series-first Wide-Band Multi-Channel ANC

Edifier asserts that its second-gen NeoBuds Pro pack a patented form of active noise cancellation (ANC) that should block a greater and broader range of unwanted sounds than the average pair of TWS earbuds. The Pro 2s are also ra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Oct 2023 18:32

Powkiddy sells the MagicX XU10 in three colours, each with a choice of 64 GB and 128 GB MicroSD cards. (Image source: Powkiddy)

MagicX XU10: Powkiddy launches new compact gaming handheld for under US$70 in three colours

The MagicX XU10 is another vertical-orientated gaming handheld based around a Rockchip RK3326S chipset. Also equipped with 1 GB of RAM, the MagicX XU10 has a 3.5-inch display, a 3,000 mAh battery and is available in three colour o...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2023 20:40

Tesla claims its Cybertruck will be a do-it-all machine at a reasonable price, but the absence of the RWD trim might put it out of reach for some. (Image source: Tesla)

Cheap Tesla Cybertruck RWD trim conspicuously absent from 2024 lineup along with quad-motor AWD as VIN decoder reveals dual- and tri-motor Performance trims

Tesla's 2024 VIN decoder reveals that the Cybertruck will be available in two different powertrains at launch. Initially, it will only be available in AWD, and it looks like Tesla may have abandoned the planned quad-motor AWD vers...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Oct 2023 22:08

OnePlus showcases the Open's hinge on stage. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Open touted as good for 1,000,000-fold lifetime with new Flexion Hinge

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 comp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2023 18:39

The Find N3 Flip in its Cream Gold finish. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N3 Flip receives global release in three colours

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.

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2023 15:14

180 W Radeon RX 7900M is now real and set to debut on the Alienware m18 in just a few weeks

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.

Allen Ngo, 19 Oct 2023 15:00

The 7000WX series has arrived. (Source: AMD)

AMD Threadripper PRO 7995WX is unleashed as a new 96-core flagship for next-gen powerhouse workstations

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 5...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2023 15:00

Threadripper 7000 is here. (Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7980X launches touted as the world's new leading desktop platform

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...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2023 15:00

The Oppo Find N3 is over 20 mm taller than the Find N2. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N3 makes it global debut as new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 rival

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, th...

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2023 14:26

Tesla also teased the Cybertruck on the back of its Semi, indicating that perhaps some deliveries will happen via the electric hauler. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Cybertruck to launch by November 30 with 800 V architecture, despite "enormous challenges"

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 125,0...

Julian van der Merwe, 19 Oct 2023 00:24

The Toyota IMV 0 may be available as a capable compact electric rock crawler. (Image source: Toyota)

Versatile Toyota electric pickup previewed as Land Cruiser lookalike to challenge overpriced Cybertruck and F-150 Lightning

Toyota recently unveiled new versions of its IMV 0 (Innovative Multi-purpose Vehicle) pickup truck at the Japan Mobility Show. The pickup truck is around the same size as the legendary Hilux, but it features the looks of the moder...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Oct 2023 22:16

Honor sells the Play 8T in three colours. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Play 8T arrives as new affordable mid-range smartphone packed with 12 GB RAM and 6,000 mAh battery

Honor has presented the Play 8T, a mid-range smartphone equipped with a 1080p and 90 Hz display. The Honor Play 8T also has a 6,000 mAh battery, a 50 MP dual camera set-up and 12 GB of RAM, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2023 18:51

RayNeo has also created a JoyDock for the Air X2 to provide compatibility with the Nintendo Switch. (Image source: RayNeo)

RayNeo Air 2: XR glasses with Sony Micro OLED displays to launch at surprisingly low starting price

TCL has spun RayNeo off into a dedicated company that produces AR and XR products. One of the company's first products is the RayNeo Air 2, a pair of XR glasses that will be available soon with Sony Micro OLED displays for under U...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2023 17:03

The RayNeo X2 has arrived in China first ahead of a global release. (Image source: RayNeo)

RayNeo X2 debut in China as new AR glasses ahead of global release

TCL has now opened pre-orders for the RayNeo X2 in China, a pair of AR glasses that the company showcased in January during CES 2023. The RayNeo X2 should eventually receive a global release too, potentially after the RayNeo Air 2...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2023 16:47

Huawei FreeBuds 3 Pro launch in Europe with offer of Band 8 for €19.99 (or less) with each purchase

Huawei has unleashed its latest flagship TWS earbuds on markets such as Germany today (October 18, 2023). The "Intelligent ANC 3.0" accessories are touted as even more stylish and comfortable than ever before, and to have up to 31...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2023 11:00

Zotac ZBOX pico PI430AJ (Image source: Zotac)

Zotac launches world's first mini PC with solid-state active cooling

Measuring just 114.8 x 76 x 23.8 mm, the ZBOX pico PI430AJ is among the smallest PCs that Zotac offers, yet it comes equipped with two of Frore System's AirJet solid-state active cooling modules. These use membranes vibrating at h...

Tudor Cibean, 18 Oct 2023 09:00

Europa combines sci-fi and fantasy elements in a relaxing adventure through a gorgeous backdrop. (Image source: Steam)

3 gorgeous indie adventure games previewed at Steam Next Fest that are coming soon

Between the atmospheric horror platforming of Artificial and the expansive, fantastical exploration of Europa, the Steam Next Fest previewed some of the most visually-pleasing indie adventure games coming to Valve's platform.

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Oct 2023 02:55

The Radeon RX 6750 GRE sees AMD return to its RDNA 2 architecture. (Image source: AMD)

AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE arrives from US$269 with promise of 1440p gaming at high quality settings

AMD has announced the Radeon RX 6750 GRE, a RDNA 2-based graphics card available with 10 GB and 12 GB of VRAM. The pair feature different GPU configurations and power requirements too, but both should handheld triple-A games with ...

Alex Alderson, 17 Oct 2023 20:17

The Tesla Model 3 Highland refresh ushered in some subtle visual changes that significantly changed the vehicle's looks. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Model 3 Highland arrives in UK with starting price of £39,990 and early 2024 deliveries

Tesla has silently made the Model 3 Highland available for order in the United Kingdom after an EU release earlier this year. The new Model 3 is available in two trims for the time being, and the base Model 3 RWD starts at £39,990...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Oct 2023 20:00

At just 1.76 m wide and 4.01 m long, the new Citroën ë-C3 fits right in as a compact hatchback with tall crossover looks. (Image source: Stellantis)

Citroën ë-C3 launches with 199-mile range, fast charging, and shockingly low price

Stellantis has announced the Citroën ë-C3 for the European market. The new EV is built on Stelantis's Smart Car Platform. While it will only feature 199 miles (320.26 km) of WLTP range, the new EV will also only cost €23,300, with...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Oct 2023 19:29

Better streaming is coming to RTX 20-powered PCs. (Source: NVIDIA)

RTX 20-series GPUs upgrade to smoother streaming with RTX VSR 1.5

The latest version of RTX VSR, NVIDIA's AI-powered pixel processing tool rated to crush artifacts in streamed content, has been released to Turing-based cards (the RTX 20-series included) as part of the OEM's latest crop of softwa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Oct 2023 18:31

The BOOX Note Air3 C comes in one colour option. (Image source: Onyx)

Onyx BOOX Note Air3 C debuts in Europe and US as new large E-reader with colour display

Onyx has released the BOOX Note Air3 C, an E-reader with a 10.3-inch display that runs Android 12. Available to order now in Europe and the US, the E-reader can operate in black and white or colour and has a 3,700 mAh battery, amo...

Alex Alderson, 17 Oct 2023 18:10

The Switchbot S10 robot vacuum and mop comes with two docking stations. (Image source: Switchbot)

Switchbot S10 robot vacuum and mop unveiled with unusual dual station system

Switchbot has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its S10 robot vacuum and mop. The self-cleaning device has two separate docking stations, one that handles water and another to empty the dustbin. Other features inclu...

Polly Allcock, 17 Oct 2023 17:13

The Mode 1 Retro II runs Android 13, weighs 145 g and measures 112 x 52 x 20 mm when closed. (Image source: P-UP World)

Mode 1 Retro II: Affordable flip phone starts running Android with 48 MP camera and two displays

P-UP World has released a flip phone that returns to the roots of the form factor. Rather than using a foldable OLED display, the Mode 1 Retro II has a pair of small displays and physical controls for equivalent to US$199 in Japan...

Alex Alderson, 17 Oct 2023 16:49

Previously, the Orange Pi 5 series maxed out at 16 GB of RAM. (Image source: Orange Pi)

Orange Pi 5, Orange Pi 5B and Orange Pi 5 Plus refreshed with new 32 GB of RAM options

Orange Pi is finally offering Raspberry Pi 5 single-board computers with 32 GB of RAM. Available from US$159, the change applies to the Orange Pi 5, Orange Pi 5B and Orange Pi 5 Plus.

Alex Alderson, 17 Oct 2023 12:22

Powkiddy now sells the X39 Pro in a translucent purple colour option. (Image source: Powkiddy)

Powkiddy X39 Pro refreshed with new translucent purple colour option

Powkiddy has refreshed its X39 Pro gaming handheld with a new colour option over 18 months after its initial release. The new Powkiddy X39 Pro retains all core features like a 4.3-inch IPS display and an ATM7051 chipset, as well a...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2023 20:21

The OUKITEL WP23 Pro ships with Android 13 pre-installed. (Image source: OUKITEL)

OUKITEL WP23 Pro: New budget rugged smartphone now orderable for US$169.99

OUKITEL has begun selling the WP23 Pro, a rugged smartphone based around a 10,600 mAh battery, a 6.52-inch display and a UNISOC Tiger T606 chipset. Available in three colours, the OUKITEL WP23 Pro also runs Android 13 and costs le...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2023 18:51

Intel 14th gen Raptor Lake-Refresh processors are now official. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel launches 14th gen Raptor Lake-S Refresh led by US$589 24C/32T Core i9-14900K; 6 GHz boost, DDR5-8000 XMP, and new 20C/28T Core i7-14700K in tow

Intel's new 14th gen Raptor Lake-S Refresh parts are now official. The lineup, led by the 24C/32T Core i9-14900K for US$589, is an incremental upgrade over the current Raptor Lake-S parts. New features in this generation include A...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Oct 2023 17:56

MSI bases the MAG 323UPF on a Rapid IPS panel. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MAG 323UPF released as new 4K Rapid IPS gaming monitor with 160 Hz refresh rate and modern ports

MSI has released the MAG 323UPF, a 32-inch gaming monitor with a Rapid IPS panel. The MSI MAG 323UPF outputs natively at 4K with a 160 Hz refresh rate, plus 600 nits peak brightness and a USB Type-C port that supports 90 W chargin...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2023 16:48

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro now comes in three new designs from Caviar. (Image: Caviar)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro UFO Collection launches with real meteorite fragments, decorative aliens and star destroyers

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are now offered in three new, strictly limited Caviar designs, two of which feature fragments of a real meteorite. The UFO Collection targets fans of science fiction, especially Star W...

Hannes Brecher, 16 Oct 2023 00:52

It is somewhat odd to see Omni-Man rendered so realistically if you have only seen him in the animated series or comic pages. (Image source: Mortal Kombat on YouTube)

Mortal Kombat 1 DLC introduces Omni-Man voiced by J.K. Simmons, with more iconic villains coming soon

Mortal Kombat 1's first character DLC sees the introduction of Omni-Man from the Invincible comic and animated series. The character will once more be voiced by J.K. Simmons and feature brutal moves and fatalities that echo scenes...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Oct 2023 19:35

Microsoft includes three months of Game Pass Ultimate and a wireless controller with the Xbox Series S in the Starter Bundle. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft presents new Xbox Series S Starter Bundle for US$299

Microsoft's smallest and cheapest console will soon be launched as a new Starter Bundle, which promises better value for money as Microsoft includes three months of Game Pass Ultimate membership and a wireless controller without i...

Hannes Brecher, 15 Oct 2023 01:59

The MARQ Carbon collection consists of three new models. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin MARQ 2 series refreshed with three Carbon collection smartwatches

Garmin has released a trio of new MARQ 2 smartwatches. All sold under the MARQ Carbon Collection, the smartwatches feature a 'unique Fused Carbon Fiber build' with a higher price tag to match.

Alex Alderson, 14 Oct 2023 14:48

Dell's latest rugged tablet is protected against water, dust and drops. (Image: Dell)

Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme: Withstands drops and extreme weather, offers a dual battery system and a 1,000 nits display

Dell is introducing the Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme, its first extremely robust tablet with a 10-inch display. Housing a 1,000 nits bright touchscreen, a fast Intel Alder Lake-U processor, up to 32 GB of RAM and two batteries tha...

Hannes Brecher, 14 Oct 2023 07:32

SZBOX S100: Quarter-liter mini PC launches from US$184 with 2.5 GbE port

The SZBOX S100 has a compact size of just 71 x 71 x 46 mm, yet it packs an Intel N100 processor and 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, with users having the option to add up to 1 TB of solid-state storage.

Tudor Cibean, 13 Oct 2023 23:33

The Honor Watch 4 Pro is the spiritual successor to the Watch GS 3. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Watch 4 Pro: New smartwatch showcased with 14 days of battery life, stainless steel case and GPS

Honor has introduced the Watch 4 Pro, a new smartwatch with a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display set within a stainless steel case. The Honor Watch 4 Pro also has an eSIM, GPS and NFC, as well as precise heart rate and SpO2 sensors, amo...

Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2023 17:21

Honor has released the Magic Vs2 in three colour options. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic Vs2 debuts as cheaper alternative Magic V2 with 5.1 mm housing and eye-catching colour options

The Honor Magic Vs2 has arrived as the company's cheaper alternative to the Magic V2. Available in Coral Purple, Glacier Blue and Velvet Black colour options, the Magic Vs2 is just 5.1 mm thick but still packs a pair of LTPO AMOLE...

Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2023 16:32