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Blackview N6000 compact rugged phone (Source: Blackview)

Blackview unveils the 4.3-inch N6000 rugged smartphone

Although it comes with a tiny (by today's standards) 4.3-inch display, the Blackview N6000 rugged phone sports a resolution of 540 X 1,200 pixels and no less than 450 nits maximum brightness. This handset is driven by the MediaTek...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jul 2023 17:25

Tesla's Cybertruck was initially promised with 500 miles of range from a single charge. (Image source: Tesla)

Rumour | Tesla Cybertruck to skip 500-mile variant at launch with 350-mile quad-motor AWD model releasing first

An electric vehicle social media influencer who claims to have spoken to confidential sources has sparked a rumour that the Tesla Cybertruck will launch with only one range and battery spec. Tesla has previously confirmed that the...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Jul 2023 03:09

Lenovo Tab M10 5G launches with 2K display, Android 13 and "all-day" battery life

Lenovo promises to unlock fun and creativity all day long with the latest version of its Tab M10. Its compact 10.6-inch display chassis is touted as water- and dust-resistant. Its 2K screen is TÜV Rheinland-certified for eye comfo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jul 2023 16:54

Ford's Mustang Mach-E Rally takes inspiration from previous Ford rally-spec vehicles and applies it to an AWD electric platform. (Image source: Ford)

Mustang Mach-E Rally revives Ford's stagnating electric SUV platform as an exciting off-road ripper

Ford's new rally-inspired Mustang Mach-E Rally will be available to purchase in the US and Europe in the coming months. While specific technical details about performance tweaks are as yet unknown, it's safe to say it will be base...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jul 2023 09:06

Despite the odd mix of performance and range, the S2 Del Mar does have unique styling to set it apart. (Image source: LiveWire)

Harley-Davidson's LiveWire S2 Del Mar final specs reveal an electric motorcycle with few applications

Harley-Davidson's LiveWire spin-off has revealed the final specifications for its S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle, with some of the excitement tainted by a somewhat underwhelming top speed figure of just 103 mph (166 km/h). On top ...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jul 2023 00:41

Baseus Bowie MA10 earbuds launch with hybrid ANC and a "140-hour playtime" for just under US$30

Baseus claims that its latest Bowie-series wireless earphones come recommended by "Oscar-winning film composers" for their rich sound. They are also rated for powerful hybrid ("ANC + ENC") noise-cancellation specs and low-latency ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2023 16:45

The Redmi Watch 3 Active has arrived in Europe with a choice of two colours. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active arrives in Europe for €39.99

Xiaomi has now started selling the Redmi Watch 3 Active in Europe. Available for about a third of the price of the Redmi Watch 3, the Redmi Watch 3 Active has a 1.83-inch LPD display, a 289 mAh battery and is 5 ATM water resistant...

Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2023 14:06

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has seen some bold and functional changes to the front fascia. (Image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai reveals Ioniq 5 N with 650 hp and refreshed, aggressive styling

Hyundai has kind of beaten the likes of Ford, Volkswagen, and Toyota to the electric-hot-hatch punch by dropping the Ioniq 5 N that delivers up to 650 hp. Thanks to all the tweaks Hyundai has made to the drivetrain, the Ioniq 5 N ...

Julian van der Merwe, 14 Jul 2023 01:36

Sony is targeting the new Alpha 6700 at video creators and hybrid shooters who value a small form factor but don't want to lose performance or ergonomics. (Image source: Sony)

Sony A6700 APS-C mirrorless camera arrives to challenge Fujifilm X-S20 for best value video creator camera

After months of rumours, leaks, and barefaced speculation, Sony has finally unveiled the Alpha 6700 APS-C mirrorless camera as the follow-up to the nearly-four-year-old Alpha 6600. The A6700 stacks up to be an impressively capable...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Jul 2023 02:01

Honor Smart Screen 5 debuts as new 4K/144Hz VRR home theater option with gaming-friendly boost

Honor has introduced its latest smart TV as the Smart Screen 5. Its 4K display supports HDR10 and variable refresh rate technology that optimizes its up-to-144Hz output over HDMI 2.1, although the OEM asserts that it can do even b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jul 2023 21:22

The Honor Watch 4 in one of its three launch colours. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Honor Watch 4 arrives as new smartwatch with large AMOLED display and eSIM support

Honor has introduced the Watch 4, its first smartwatch with a built-in eSIM. The new wearable also has a large AMOLED display and up to 10 days of battery life, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 12 Jul 2023 18:50

Honor offers the MagicPad 13 in three colour options. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Honor MagicPad 13 debuts as first IMAX Enhanced tablet with 144 Hz display and Snapdragon 888 chipset

Honor has announced the MagicPad 13, a 2.8K and 144 Hz tablet with a huge battery. Honor also includes a Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 16 GB of RAM and a choice between 256 GB or 512 GB of storage.

Alex Alderson, 12 Jul 2023 17:36

The Onyx BOOX Palma is a compact and lightweight E-reader. (Image source: Onyx)

Onyx BOOX Palma launches as new E-reader for under US$250 with free protective case

Onyx has launched the BOOX Palma, a 6.13-inch E-reader that runs Android 11. Available at launch with a complimentary protective case, the Onyx BOOX Palma has 6 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and a 3,950 mAh battery, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2023 23:58

The Phone (2) is available in two colours and three memory configurations. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (2) starts for US$599 with powerful upgrades over Nothing Phone (1)

Nothing is now selling the Phone (2), its 6.7-inch and Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1-powered smartphone. Backed by a 4,700 mAh battery, the Nothing Phone (2) also has improved main and front-facing cameras compared to the Phone (1), as ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2023 19:14

The 'new' Dimensity 6100+ debuts. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus launches to bring "advanced" 5G and display specs to the masses

MediaTek has introduced the Dimensity 6100 Plus (or 6100+) as the latest option in processors to help mobile device OEMs "democratize" historically high-end features such as up to 120Hz displays. It also purports to bring power dr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jul 2023 17:45

Eleglide M2 launches with the offer of a free Xiaomi Band 8

The Eleglide M2's launch campaign that offer s potential buyers the chance to grab a free smart band from Xiaomi along with a sub-US$1,000 price on the new electric bike. It is rated for a range of up to ~78 miles, derived from a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jul 2023 16:41

Huawei has expanded the Smart Screen S3 Pro series to 86-inches. (Image source: Huawei)

Smart Screen S3 Pro: Huawei launches new 86-inch Smart TV with 4K and 120 Hz panel

Huawei has introduced a new version of the Smart Screen S3 Pro, its high-end Smart TV series that runs HarmonyOS 3.1. Now available as an 86-inch version, the new Smart Screen S3 Pro features a 4K and 120 Hz panel that peaks at 50...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2023 00:28

Blackview Active 8 Pro rugged tablet (Source: Blackview)

Deal | Blackview Active 8 Pro rugged tablet hits the US for just US$209.99

Launching globally today with a final price tag that varies based on the various import fees and deals that apply to a certain market, the rugged Blackview Active 8 Pro Android tablet is available for US customers at US$209.99 tha...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jul 2023 11:24

Infinix ZERO BOOK 13 launches with Raptor Lake silicon, USB type-C ports and LPDDR5X RAM

Infinix' latest additions to its ZERO BOOK series of laptops takes its name from the fact that it upgrades to 13th-gen Intel processors. It also ships with up to 32GB of RAM, PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSDs and a 100% sRGB display. The ZERO ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jul 2023 18:03

The NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus features a waterproof design and plenty of internal storage for a large eBook library. (Image via Barnes & Noble)

NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus now available for pre-order

The NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus is the latest E-Reader from Barnes & Noble. The reader features a 7.8-inch e Ink display, 32 GB of storage, and a waterproof design, as well as the NOOK's namesake GlowLight front light with an adjustable...

Sam Medley, 07 Jul 2023 20:58

The Honor Pad X8 Pro and Pad X9 are the same tablet sold under different names. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Pad X8 Pro and Pad X9 launch as inexpensive tablets with 120 Hz displays

Honor has launched the Pad X8 Pro and Pad X9 in China and the UK, respectively. Essentially the same tablet, the pair feature 11.5-inch IPS displays with 120 Hz refresh rates and 1200p resolutions. Honor has also included a 7,250 ...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2023 18:56

The Galaxy M34 succeeds the Galaxy M33 but with the same Exynos 1280 chipset. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy M34 5G: New mid-range smartphone arrives with 4 promised Android OS updates

Samsung has presented the Galaxy M34, a 5G handset with a 120 Hz Super AMOLED display and up to 8 GB of RAM. Samsung has also committed to delivering four major OS updates and a fifth year of security updates, outdoing its competi...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2023 18:43

Sony HT-AX7 launches as a new form of speaker to bring "Cinematic Sound Everywhere"

Sony touts the HT-AX7 as a revolution in the portable wireless home audio space. It is technically a modular kit, with 2 'satellite' sub-speakers that can detach from the main unit to create a "bubble" of "three-dimensional surrou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2023 18:01

The Xiaomi Pad 6 and its optional keyboard case. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Pad 6 starts in Europe and UK with no Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro in sight

Xiaomi has finally released the Pad 6 series outside its home market. While the company has brought the Pad 6 to Europe and the UK, the Pad 6 Pro appears destined to become another Chinese exclusive.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2023 16:53

The Narzo 60 series lifts off. (Source: Realme)

Realme Narzo 60 and 60 Pro debut with MediaTek Dimensity 5G SoCs, AMOLED displays and up to 1TB storage

Realme has applied one of its newest "Mars Horizon" design languages to its latest mid-tier Narzo-series smartphones. They have been unleashed on the Indian market with up to 120Hz displays and dual rear cameras, although the most...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2023 19:10

Ear (2): now in black. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing Ear (2) in black launches in the form of an exclusive Limited Drop

Nothing has announced that its latest flagship TWS earbuds are now available in a second colorway (black). Carl Pei's tech OEM is selling these new SKUs already, albeit through its own webstore only at present. The product refresh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2023 18:13

Fiat has launched its retro-inspired 600e electric compact SUV in a red colour scheme in partnership with (RED) to help fight HIV/AIDS. (Image source: Fiat)

Fiat hops aboard the nostalgia train with retro 600e compact electric SUV launch with 248 miles of range

It appears that Fiat has witnessed the effect of nostalgia in the electric vehicle market, and it wants some of that pie too. The new all-electric Fiat 600e compact SUV has launched with plenty of retro flair and a very convincing...

Julian van der Merwe, 06 Jul 2023 03:40

OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G and Buds 2r: Pricing announced for new India-exclusive devices

OnePlus has unleashed a more affordable alternative to the new Nord 3 mid-range smartphone - albeit in India only, making the CE 3 the only device in its class to launch with a "flagship-grade" Sony IMX890 main camera. It also boa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jul 2023 19:11

The Murena Fairphone 4 is pre-loaded with /e/OS and available in the USA. (Image via Murena)

Fairphone 4 finally comes to United States via company behind /e/OS

The Fairphone 4, a highly-repairable phone built from ethically-sourced parts, is finally available for purchase in the USA. Murena, the company behind /e/OS (a de-Googled version of Android) will sell the Murena Fairphone 4 on th...

Sam Medley, 05 Jul 2023 17:51

Shenzhen Xunlong Software sells the Orange Pi Zero 3 in four memory variants. (Image source: Shenzhen Xunlong Software)

Orange Pi Zero 3: New SBC released with Allwinner H618 and 4 GB DDR4 RAM

Shenzhen Xunlong Software has released the Orange Pi Zero 3, a compact SBC that should be more powerful than the outgoing Orange Pi Zero 2. The new single-board computer starts at under US$15 and can be configured with up to 4 GB ...

Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2023 17:32

Honor X50 debuts as a "super-durable" Android smartphone with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and up to 16GB of RAM

The Honor X50 is the first ever Android smartphone to debut with the new SGS five-star certification for drop resistance. It also offers 16GB of RAM for less than US$300, and has 5G thanks to its mid-range, if first-gen, Qualcomm ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jul 2023 17:20

Nubia sells the RedMagic 8S Pro in numerous variants. (Image source: Nubia)

RedMagic 8S Pro unveiled with AnTuTu record-breaking performance

Nubia has presented the RedMagic 8S Pro, which it also sells with a bigger battery and faster charging as the RedMagic 8S Pro+. The new gaming smartphone has plenty of tricks up its sleeve, including a new version of the Snapdrago...

Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2023 15:10

The RedMagic Gaming Tablet ships with RedMagic OS 8. (Image source: Nubia)

RedMagic Gaming Tablet: New gaming tablet debuts in China with powerful hardware combination

Nubia has presented the RedMagic Gaming Tablet, a 12.1-inch tablet with a 144 Hz display, a flagship chipset and up to 16 GB of RAM. A 10,000 mAh battery is also onboard, as are LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 flash storage.

Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2023 14:26

We could see an exciting replacement for Sony's Alpha a6600 announced in less than a month (Image source: Sony)

New rumour claims 6K video slated for Sony a6700 APS-C mirrorless camera arriving on July 12

We've seen rumours about an upcoming Sony Alpha a6700 compact APS-C mirrorless camera for a while now, with a limited spec sheet even being revealed earlier this year. A new rumour now hints that the a6700 will ship with 6K video ...

Julian van der Merwe, 05 Jul 2023 01:50

The LG UltraGear 32GQ950P is a more energy-efficient version of its namesake. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear 32GQ950P: Revised gaming monitor launches with 4K, 160 Hz and 31.5-inch panel

LG has released the UltraGear 32GQ950P, a tweaked version of the UltraGear 32GQ950. Sporting familiar specifications, the UltraGear 32GQ950P achieves 1,000 nits peak HDR brightness with 4K and 160 Hz visuals while consuming up to ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jul 2023 19:41

iQOO 11S debuts with flat 144Hz 2K AMOLED display, 200W charging and up to 1TB of internal storage

The 11S is iQOO's first ever flagship-grade smartphone that combines a flat display with the brand's ultra-fast 200W charging technology. To that end, it is touted as a new "super fast, super clear, super smooth" e-sports-ready mo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jul 2023 19:00

Sony releases the mocopi system. (Source: Sony)

Sony mocopi launches to put full-body motion tracking in mobile device user hands

Sony asserts that its new mocopi system condenses all the motion-capture hardware aspiring virtual reality (VR) content creators might need into 6 simple, wearable sensors. They even have their own app (for iOS or Android), so tha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2023 17:54

Soundcore Liberty 4 NC wireless earbuds debut with second-gen AANC and wireless charging

Soundcore has announced an upgrade to Adaptive ANC 2.0 in its latest Liberty-series wireless earbuds. The 4 NCs are thus rated to actively cancel up to 98.5% of all ambient noise, while delivering "crisp sound" with enhanced detai...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2023 15:29

Tesla has started including The Reacher with new orders of its Model S and X in the UK. (Image source: Tesla Owners UK on Twitter)

Tesla downplays removal of RHD vehicles in UK with The Reacher grabbing stick for Model S & Model X owners

After recently cancelling left-hand-drive variants of its Model S and Model X vehicles in the UK, Tesla has started shipping a grabber stick with new orders in the UK. The Reacher, as the grabber stick is called, is supposed to le...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 Jul 2023 19:45

A new Sony mirrorless interchangeable lens camera is rumoured to land in early 2024. (Image souce: Sony - edited)

Rumour | Yet another Sony compact APS-C interchangeable lens vlogging camera coming after A6700 launch on July 12

A tentative rumour suggests that a new Sony camera other than the A6700 will be launched in the start of 2024. While the name of the camera is not yet known, it appears that it will have a 26.1-MP APS-C sensor and a compact, vlogg...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 Jul 2023 02:46

Starting in 2024, Polestar drivers will have access to Tesla's Supercharger network. (Image source: Polestar)

Tesla snares Polestar with NACS allure in a surprise to absolutely nobody

Not even two days after Volvo announced that it would be joining the likes of Rivian, Ford, General Motors, and Telsa in their use of the NACS charge port, the company's EV subsidiary, Polestar, has revealed that it would be joini...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 Jul 2023 01:30

Razer Cobra and Cobra Pro launch as up-to-30,000 DPI mice with Chroma RGB

The Cobra and Cobra Pro both come with Razer Speedflex cables and !00% PTFE feet for potentially smooth, swift movement. However, the latter is definitely the flagship of the two, with a total of 10 customizable buttons and HyperS...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2023 19:34

MSI Modern 15 and 14 refreshed with Raptor Lake or Ryzen 7000-series silicon and more color options

MSI asserts that its entry-level lifestyle/business laptops are as 'Modern' in terms of finish options as they are in terms of either Intel or AMD processors in 2023. The series' single Ryzen 7 7730U-powered variant can be had in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2023 19:34

The Zenfone 10 will be available in various colours. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS Zenfone 10: New flagship starts with supreme performance and Pixel 5 sizing for €799

ASUS has introduced the Zenfone 10, a colourful smartphone that builds on the template of the Zenfone 9. Equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 flash storage and a 4,300 mAh battery, the Zenfone 10 is the mos...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2023 18:10

Blackview Active 8 Pro rugged Android tablet with Helio G99 processor and 22,000 mAh battery (Source: Blackview)

MediaTek Helio G99-powered Blackview Active 8 Pro rugged tablet launches with 22,000 mAh battery, up to 16 GB RAM, more

Introduced as the brand's first flagship rugged tablet, the Blackview Active 8 Pro features highlights that include the MIL-STD-810H rating, up to 16 GB of memory, a 22,000 mAh battery with 33 W charging and reverse charging suppo...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jun 2023 01:06

The Redmi Note 12R comes in Midnight Black, Sky Fantasy and Time Blue colourways. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12R: First Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 smartphone debuts with Redmi 12 design

Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi Note 12R, a cheaper alternative to the Redmi Note 12R Pro that looks like a Redmi 12. The Redmi Note 12R is the world's first smartphone to feature the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 though, and should outperfo...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jun 2023 19:16

The new Portable Wireless Speaker line-up. (Source: Skullcandy)

Skullcandy 2023 wireless speakers launch with Bluetooth 5.3, IPX7 ratings and up to 24 hours of battery life

Skullcandy has announced the release of a whole line-up of portable speakers of various sizes, each with up-to-date Bluetooth technology. The Ounce, Kilo, Terrain Mini, Terrain and Terrain XL also have IPX7 ingress protection and ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2023 18:00

Sony's ZV-E1 is a premium, compact, full-frame camera aimed squarely at the online video creator or hybrid shooter that wants no-compromises performance. (Image source: Sony)

Sony Alpha ZV-E1 vlogging camera gets 4K 120 FPS support via free software download

Sony has finally announced the much-awaited software update that enables 4K 120 FPS video recording for its Alpha ZV-E1 full-frame mirrorless vlogging camera that it released earlier in 2023. Not only does the update enable 4K 120...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jun 2023 17:25

The PhotoVue SW272U is a more expensive alternative to the SW272Q. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ PhotoVue: Pre-orders open for new SW272U and SW272Q professional monitors

BenQ is now selling the PhotoVue SW272U and PhotoVue SW272Q, a pair of high-end professional monitors. Both should impress with excellent colour accuracy, factory hardware calibration, Calman verification and Pantone validation, a...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jun 2023 17:14

Tesla's Superchargers have received praise for convenient charger locations, ample parking, and a hassle-free plug-in experience. (Image source: Tesla)

SAE International works with Tesla towards standardising NACS for industry-wide adoption after Ford, GM, Rivian, and ChargePoint jump ship from CCS-1

As more electric vehicle makers have joined the Tesla NACS bandwagon, the Society of Automotive Engineers International has seen fit to standardise Tesla's formerly-proprietary charging standard. While this step may seem insignifi...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jun 2023 04:03