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Gigabyte aims to blend traditional arcade-style gaming with generative AI as part of the Brand Day events held in partnership with Canada Computers. The experience is rated to allow users to engage in competitive image generation at one of three Tournaments to be held between now and the end of December 2024.

Xiaomi is launching new reasonably priced router on the global market. The model supports WiFi 7, a current wireless standard, and promises high-quality data transmission. With that said, there are significant limitations.

Skullcandy has introduced the Icon ANC, on-ear headphones that revive the almost 20-year-old Icon, but now come with ANC and other modern features.

Fresh 'n Rebel has just introduced the Clam Ace, new over-ear headphones that come with hybrid active noise cancellation and in six different colors for just under €100.

Garmin has refreshed the Lily 2 smartwatch with a new variant that has a refreshed design and built-in GPS. The Lily 2 Active also brings several new features and lasts longer on a single charge.

Microsoft Office 2024 is the latest version of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc., that does not require a subscription and is available for both Windows and macOS. Microsoft has given the Office apps a fresh design and a range of new features.

Pebblebee's fifth generation Bluetooth trackers are compatible with both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device networks, saving users the cost of buying new trackers when they switch between platforms. However, there's a caveat with how they work.

Sony has expanded its LinkBuds series with the LinkBuds speaker. Rolling out alongside two pairs of new earbuds, the Sony LinkBuds Speaker boasts IPX4 certification, auto switch functionality from LinkBuds earbuds and over a day's battery life.

Bose has released a new home speaker in the US. Available in two colours, the SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker expands the SoundLink series with Bluetooth and USB C audio input for $219.

Sony has announced two new pairs of earbuds to its LinkBuds line: the LinkBuds Open and LinkBuds Fit. The former are open-ear buds, while the latter are more like traditional wireless earbuds. Both come with redesigned wings for a secure fit.

Less than four months after the arrival of version 24.0 "Wynsdey," Manjaro Linux 24.1 is ready to be unleashed. Dubbed "Xahea," the arrival of the updated is imminent, as today's stable refresh removes the kernel with version 6.9 alongside many other changes. The new ISOs are expected to come out soon.

Razer touts its V3 35K as its most advanced wired mouse yet thanks to its latest, second-gen Focus Pro optical sensor, rated for a maximum IPS speed of up to 750 as well as a sensitivity of up to 35,000 DPI. It and its wireless Pro version are also rated to achieve a "true" 8000Hz polling rate, albeit with extra accessories that come with optional extras.

MINISFORUM has expanded its range of Dragon Range Mini ITX motherboards with a new cheap option. In fact, the BD790i SE should be one of the cheapest ways to get your hands on a modern 16-core AMD processor and a Mini ITX motherboard in one package.

Creative Technology has launched the Sound Blaster GS5, a new soundbar in a compact format. In addition to Bluetooth 5.3, it offers various connections and is equipped with RGB lighting.

The new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11 arrives as a successor to the Chromebook Duet 3. It retains the 2-in-1 form factor with a detachable keyboard but comes with a new MediaTek processor.

The ZTE Blade A75 5G is a budget smartphone with similarities to the Nubia Focus. However, there are some differences to not make it a rebadged phone.

Motorola has now released the Moto G75 as a direct rival to Xiaomi's Redmi Note 14. While the Redmi Note 14 remains exclusive to China for the time being, the Moto G75 is available globally for under €300 (~$332).

Based on Manjaro and inspired by CrunchBang and taking advantage of a few BunsenLabs utilities, Mabox Linux comes with a lightweight, ready-to-use software environment that works great on old, slow computers. Using Openbox, tint2, and Jgmenu, it has just been updated to version 24.09.

Scheduled to launch tomorrow, the "Red October" update will push the version number of World of Warships to 13.9. Its highlights include Mode Shuffle's return, an Event Pass dedicated to the German Navy, Soviet-themed rewards (hence the update's name), new missions, as well as multiple tweaks and fixes.

Anker’s Zolo Magnetic Wireless Power Bank offers 10,000mAh capacity, 30W bidirectional USB-C output, and 7.5W wireless output. With 13N magnetic strength and temperature control, it claims to provide safe, efficient charging in a portable design.

Xiaomi is launching an affordable soundbar onto the global market, namely the Soundbar 2.0ch, which offers numerous inputs and Bluetooth 5.3, among other things.

Doogee launches a new tablet - the lightweight model supports a keyboard and comes with a corresponding port. It can be operated with a stylus and sense different pressure levels.

MooInk's latest e-reader combines a compact chassis with color-adjustable lighting, page-turning buttons and a modern Kaleido 3 E Ink panel that can display 4,096 colors.

Baseus has launched a new charger that's under its PicoGo lineup. With a compact form factor, 45W fast charging, and GaN6, it's going after the Anker Nano II. However, Baseus's offering doesn't have a foldable plug, and it's priced a bit higher.

Sony and Raspberry Pi have collaborated to make an AI camera module for all Pi computers. Priced at $70, it brings onboard processing, making it easier for the SBCs to work with visual data.

Anker has released a new USB-A to Lightning Cable (3 ft, Silicone) for US customers. The accessory is said to have a soft, silky finish, which is both durable and tangle-resistant. According to the product listing, the cable has a 480 Mbps data transfer rate and can provide full charging speeds for some older devices.

Razer asserts that its latest accessory is rated to convert any old chair into the ultimate gaming asset. The Freyja integrates custom, "multi-directional" Sensa HD Haptics into its cushions in a way touted to confer tactile feedback on gaming that syncs perfectly via Razer HyperSpeed Wireless or Bluetooth.

The new Kraken V4 Pro is backed to act as all headsets to all gamers with its support for audio via Bluetooth, USB-C or a 3.5mm jack as well as Razer's HyperSpeed Wireless 2.4GHz connection. It even has its own Control Hub with an OLED display to keep track of all its features, those of its in-built Sensa HD Haptics and retractable mic included.

The Razer Laptop Cooling Pad not only ensures more efficient cooling of gaming notebooks, but also expands the range of USB ports of your own notebook. Fan control and the RGB lighting of the cooling pad can be individually configured via Razer Synpapse.

Zoom has finally launched the H2essential multi-mic handheld recorder as an update to the popular H2n, now featuring 32-bit float audio and a colour LCD for waveform monitoring. Housing three mics, it offers multiple pickup patterns for a wide range of scenarios, including musical ensembles, interviews and ambient sound recording. The H2essential can be pre-ordered now for $170.

The Honor 200 Smart has launched in Europe, offering a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, 6.8-inch display, 50MP camera, and a large 5200mAh battery with 35W fast charging. Priced at €219.90 (~$246), it provides a solid mix of features for budget-conscious buyers.

Alongside its new gaming tablet, Lenovo has introduced a mobile controller in the Chinese market. Called the Legion G7, this smartphone and tablet gamepad appears to be a rebrand of the GameSir G8 Galileo.

The much-teased 2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 is now official. With a starting price of CNY 2,899 in China (about $413), the new Android gaming tablet brings multiple upgrades over the 2023 model.

Anker has launched various protective cases and screen protectors for the iPhone 16 series, featuring drop protection, magnetic strength, and adjustable stands. Some of these products are solely to show the phone off, while some are more functional than others.

The Zero Flip has now been introduced by Infinix as the latest in a growing pool of foldable smartphones with more affordable mid-range specs. They include a Razr 2024-like cover display with a 120Hz refresh rate driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 8020 SoC. Infinix' inaugural foldable also packs much faster (70W) charging than most for a relatively large (4,720mAh) battery.

The Xiaomi Power Bank 25000 is now official. Besides featuring a large battery capacity, the portable charger supports up to 212W of fast charging, sports three ports, and has a transparent design with a digital display.

The company behind the PSP Vita-inspired Smart Pro have now released a new gaming handheld to retailers. Sold as the TrimUI Smart Brick, the device has a relatively compact build, a vertical layout and a design that resembles the Miyoo Mini Plus.

Woojer asserts that its products confer full immersion in gaming by conferring haptic feedback on the experience. The OEM's wearables contain the patented Osci transducers necessary to do so, the latest versions of which are found in its third-gen Vest and Strap. They have been introduced in conjunction with the latest products Quest 3S headset with officially-licensed Made for Meta variants.

A fully functional file manager, density options, new UI scaling and density options, and focus follows cursor! System76 has addressed a ton of complaints and small bugs related to its new Rust-based Cosmic desktop environment and added a host of customisation and configuration options to the desktop. Cosmic apps also got some much-needed attention, bringing the user experience almost on-par with the likes of GNOME.

A new security camera from Anker, the EufyCam S3 Pro, is now available to pre-order globally. The smart home product is the first of its kind from the brand in over four years to support Apple Home. Other features include built-in solar panels for ‘endless’ power, the MaxColor night vision tool and dual motion detection technologies.

Xiaomi has re-released the Redmi A27U for the third time this year. Still a 27-inch monitor, the Redmi A27U now combines a 4K IPS panel with a 90 W USB Type-C port that also supports DisplayPort Alt Mode.

Xiaomi has expanded the Redmi Buds 6 series with a fourth option. Following on from the likes of the Redmi Buds 6 Lite, the Redmi Buds 6 offer a dual driver set-up, active noise cancellation and long battery life for ~$28.

The Xiaomi Buds 5 have launched in the global market as a new pair of half-in-ear buds. Competing against the likes of Apple AirPods 4, these new wireless earbuds cost €99, making them a pretty affordable option for those who don't like in-ear buds.

FiiO has just launched the KA15 portable DAC and headphone amplifier, featuring a 0.96 inch LCD screen that gives it a unique tape-player aesthetic. The KA15 offers sound customisation with a 10-band parametric EQ, as well as intelligent power management and a high output desktop mode. It is available on Amazon for $110, in two colours.

The Smart Band 9, which Xiaomi first launched in China, has made a global debut. This new health and fitness tracker costs €39.99, features an AMOLED display, offers up to 21 days of battery life, and is available in multiple colorways.

One-Netbook has now released the ONEXPLAYER OneXGPU 2. Arriving for $839 globally, the new eGPU comes with AMD's latest Radeon RX 7800M GPU, which can be connected with a gaming handheld or laptop using OCuLink and USB 4 ports.

Up for purchase at $159.99, the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds bring together active noise cancellation, Qi wireless charging, and instant swapping between mobile Bluetooth and console/PC audio. This piece of audio hardware for gamers is now available for online orders and will hit retail stores in late October.

Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra with a 14.6-inch screen, MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC, up to 16 GB RAM, 1 TB storage and an 11,200 mAh battery.