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Oct 26, 2021
This may not be the Xiaomi 12 after all. (Source: Ice Universe via Twitter)

Rumor | The Xiaomi 12 series will come with some potentially welcome display refinements

Some recent leaks concerning Xiaomi's Mi 11-series successors have hinted that the OEM might not change these smartphones much in terms of their curved displays, a potential source of consternation among tech fans who prefer other panel types instead. However, a prominent leaker now suggests the situation might be less pronounced compared to earlier indications.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2021 17:30
The Lenovo Legion Y9000K Exploration Edition is a refreshed Legion 7i with liquid metal and mini-LED tech. (Image Source: Weibo via Gizmochina)

Lenovo Legion Y9000K 2021 Exploration Edition is an upcoming Legion 7i refresh with liquid metal and 1,250-nit mini-LED display

Lenovo will be introducing a mid-cycle refresh of the Legion 7i soon. Called the Legion Y9000K 2021 Exploration Edition, the laptop features largely similar internals as the Legion 7i but may now come with liquid metal thermals and a DisplayHDR1000-certified mini-LED display option. Availability details are not yet known.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 26 Oct 2021 17:15
The Mavic 3 will be available in three versions. (Image source: WinFuture)

DJI Mavic 3: Massive leak showcases over a dozen marketing assets ahead of next week's unveiling

The DJI Mavic 3 has leaked again, this time just over a week before its expected announcement. The drone will be available in three models, including a Cine Edition. Watermark-less marketing assets have now leaked, confirming numerous details about the drone, including its camera hardware.
Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2021 16:28
HTC's new TWS earbuds. (Source: HTC)

HTC launches new TWS earbuds with ANC and an IP5X certification

HTC has introduced its latest product as a pair of noise-cancelling TWS earbuds. In fact, the Taiwanese stalwart insists these accessories have dual noise cancellation: that of the often sought-after active variety (or ANC), as well as the environmental (ENC) kind, thus ensuring "clear communication in any environment". They also offer "worry-free" IP5X splash-resistance and up to 24 hours of battery life.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2021 16:23
Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 Tablet review: High-end tablet without Google

89% Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 Tablet review: High-end tablet without Google

Top hardware and software gaps. The 32-centimeter Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 tablet is one of the largest Android tablets. The performance is also top, because the OLED tablet competes directly with heavyweights like the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 and Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 Plus with its high-end HiSilicon Kirin 9000E SoC. However, Google apps are not installed.
HiSilicon Kirin 9000E, ARM Mali-G78 MP22, 12.6", 609 g
Manuel Masiero, 26 Oct 2021 16:12
The original iPod as you have never seen it. (Image source: Panic)

Photos show how Apple hid the original iPod in a leak-proof design

The original iPod has now reached its 20th anniversary, with the iPod Touch now serving as the sole representative of the series. While the iPod's design is well known, the leak-proof case in which Apple hid it shortly before its announcement is less so. Sadly, Apple no longer goes to such great lengths to hide its upcoming hardware.
Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2021 15:06
The Pixel 6 Pro borrows its telephoto camera from the Galaxy S20 Ultra. (Image source: Google)

The Google Pixel 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra share the same telephoto camera

It turns out that the Pixel 6 Pro shares even more with recent Samsung flagships than previously thought. While we already know that the device uses a Samsung ISOCELL GN1 sensor as its main camera, it also relies on the 48 MP telephoto camera from the Galaxy S20 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2021 15:03
Mastercard seeks to raise crypto awareness and exposure for its younger demographic. (Image Source: New York Folk)

Mastercard partners with Bakkt to bring cryptocurrency services to hundreds of millions of U.S. customers

The cryptocurrency services include the ability for consumers to buy, sell and hold digital assets through custodial wallets powered by the Bakkt platform and streamlined issuance of branded crypto debit and credit cards with digital asset loyalty rewards.
Bogdan Solca, 26 Oct 2021 14:39
The Moto G100's successor could be launched in China next month

Motorola slated to launch its first Snapdragon 888-powered smartphone soon

A new leak suggests that Motorola could launch the Moto G200 under the Motorola Edge 30 moniker in China soon. The phone's key specs include a 144Hz screen, 8GB RAM, a Snapdragon 888 SoC and a 108MP primary camera sensor.
Anil Ganti, 26 Oct 2021 14:15
The Galaxy S22 Ultra is expected to arrive in multiple colours. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy S22 Ultra: Next flagship Samsung smartphone to feature the same 108 MP and ultra-wide-angle cameras as the Galaxy S21 Ultra with new telephoto lenses in tow

Ice Universe has revealed new details about the cameras expected to feature in the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Reportedly, Samsung will return to the ISOCELL HM3 and the ultra-wide-angle camera from the Galaxy S21 Ultra, along with new telephoto lenses. The Galaxy S22 Ultra will match its predecessor with 3x and 10x optical zoom cameras, though.
Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2021 13:26
The Redmi Note 11 series will arrive on October 28 with AMOLED displays. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 11 series to feature a 108 MP camera and a MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC as Xiaomi shares a less-than-stellar AnTuTu score

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi Note 11 series will feature a 108 MP primary camera, seemingly the Samsung ISOCELL HM1. The company has shared the first AnTuTu v9 score with a Redmi Note 11 handset paired with a MediaTek Dimensity 920, too. Unfortunately, the mid-range SoC cannot keep pace with the Snapdragon 778G or Snapdragon 780G.
Alex Alderson, 26 Oct 2021 13:19
The new MacBook Pro models have landed, designs quirks and all. (Image: Notebookcheck)

The new MacBook Pro display has an odd mix of rounded corners at the top, and square ones at the bottom

The new Apple MacBook Pro models are starting to hit customers all around the globe and reports are mostly positive. We have also got our hands on a 14-inch model and have so far been impressed with it but we did spot another display oddity and this time it has nothing to do with the already infamous new notch.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Oct 2021 09:37
The Xperia Pro-I is set to redefine smartphone camera performance. (Image: Sony)

Xperia Pro-I now official as Sony leans fully into its Alpha camera expertise to create a beast of smartphone camera system

Following the massive leak of Sony’s incredible new Xperia Pro-1 smartphone less than 24 hours ago, the company has now officially unveiled the device. As we suspected, this is an incredibly powerful camera phone with some of the most impressive specs and capabilities yet seen on such a device.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Oct 2021 06:02
Asus Zephyrus M16 with Core i7-11800H, 16 GB RAM, 144 Hz display, and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti now shipping for $1199 USD (Source: Best Buy)

Deal | Asus Zephyrus M16 with Core i7-11800H, 16 GB RAM, 144 Hz display, and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti now shipping for $1199 USD

The latest 16-inch gaming laptop from Asus has been discounted to a more reasonable final price considering the GPU involved.
Allen Ngo, 26 Oct 2021 05:04
The Satechi USB-C Hybrid Multiport Adapter features an M.2 SSD enclosure. (Image: Satechi)

Satechi USB-C hub incorporates an M.2 SSD enclosure

Satechi has launched its latest USB-C dongle. But this one has a twist we haven’t seen before, featuring a built-in M.2 SSD enclosure.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Oct 2021 04:53
Windows 11 on the laptop in test

Windows 11 on the laptop in the test: Problem-free installation, few special features, goodbye tiles

Notebookcheck tried the migration from Windows 10 to Windows 11 with the final version. In practice with a business notebook, there were surprisingly few problems. However, the new operating system looks like a second edition of Windows 10 in places. An aha effect is missing.
Andreas Sebayang, 26 Oct 2021 03:20
Oct 25, 2021
GeForce NOW is now playable on Xbox Series X with the Edge browser. (Image source: Microsoft & NVIDIA - edited)

NVIDIA opens GeForce NOW to Xbox consoles with Microsoft Edge support

Steam games are now playable on Xbox consoles thanks to GeForce NOW support for the Microsoft Edge browser. Compatability remains in beta, so do not expect the smoothest of experiences for the time being.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 23:27
Huawei MateBook 16 AMD Review - Multimedia laptop impresses with its Ryzen 7 CPU

87% Huawei MateBook 16 AMD Review - Multimedia laptop impresses with its Ryzen 7 CPU

This is multimedia. The new MateBook 16 from Huawei is a powerful multimedia notebook that is particularly impressive thanks to its fast AMD Ryzen processor and high-resolution display. This device offers more CPU performance than most mobile workstations.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Vega 8, 16", 2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Oct 2021 23:21
Hackers attempt to exploit popular YouTube creators by utilising phishing emails. (Image: NordWood Themes)

Hackers attempt to hijack the accounts of YouTube creators via phishing attacks

Google has alerted YouTube creators to ongoing phishing attacks by hackers who imitate advertising agencies to hijack their accounts. Phishing emails contain malware that sends users' passwords to the hackers' systems. Google recommended that YouTube creators use two-factor authentication to protect their accounts.
Aleem Ali, 25 Oct 2021 20:41
The Apple M1 Max can easily keep up with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU in synthetic benchmarks. (Image source: Apple/Nvidia - edited)

M1 Max vs RTX 3080 Laptop GPU: Apple SoC excels in synthetic benchmarks but flounders alongside the M1 Pro in gaming tests

The Apple M1 Pro and M1 Max SoCs have been thoroughly tested by AnandTech with some dramatic but also unsurprisingly familiar results. While the M1 Max rubbed shoulders with Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU and AMD’s Radeon 6800M in synthetic benchmark testing, both it and the M1 Pro were left floundering in game tests.
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Oct 2021 19:48
The Redmi Note 8T has likely received its last Android OS update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi updates the Redmi Note 8T to Android 11 globally with MIUI 12

Xiaomi has started issuing V12.0.2.0.RCXMIXM to the Redmi Note 8T, bringing Android 11 to the device globally. The update also contains MIUI 12 though, rather than MIUI 12.5 or MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 19:30
Over 200 cybersecurity specialists tackled the many attempted attacks during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. (Image Source: Brian Turner via Unsplash)

450 million cyberattacks were attempted on the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games infrastructure

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games suffered almost half a billion cyberattacks from multiple state-sponsored hackers. NTT, who provided the Games with various telecommunication and cybersecurity services, successfully blocked the attempts, so no impact was felt during the competition.
Polly Allcock, 25 Oct 2021 18:46
Tesla's stock soars on US$4.2 billion Hertz deal, European sales top reports

Tesla's stock soars on US$4.2 billion Hertz deal, European sales top reports

Tesla's shares continue their upward march on reports that Hertz ordered 100,000 Model 3 cars for its fleet, while Tesla became the first electric car company to top European sales last month.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Oct 2021 18:42
The Redmi G (2021) is orderable globally from US$1,369.99. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi G (2021) is now orderable globally

Third-party retailers have started selling the Redmi G (2021), a gaming laptop that Xiaomi launched last month in China. The 16.1-inch machine is available with either a Core i5-11260H and a GeForce RTX 3050 or a Ryzen 7 5800H and a GeForce RTX 3060.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 18:26
120 W wired charging is one of the features headed to the Redmi Note 11 series. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi confirms 120 W charging for the Redmi Note 11 series as a retailer leaks Redmi Watch 2 pricing

The Redmi Note 11 series and Redmi Watch 2 will arrive later this week, with both set for an October 28 reveal. Xiaomi has already confirmed that the Redmi Note 11 series will support up to 120 W wired charging though, last seen in the 11T and 11T Pro. A major retailer in China has leaked the Redmi Watch 2's budget price tag, too.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 18:06
The Xperia 10 III. (Source: Sony)

The Sony Xperia 10 III acquires a new, charger-less retail option

Sony has announced that its mid-range Xperia 10 III smartphone will be offered with the option of shipping with a charger or not. The new latter retail SKU will come with a price cut. It is only available in 1 market thus far, but may be a sign of things to come from this OEM.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 18:04
An Apple schematic for a periscope zoom lens. (Source: Patently Apple)

LG wins the contract to make the periscope lenses for the iPhones of the future

Apple is projected to debut iPhones with powerful zoom thanks to the addition of periscope lenses to their rear camera humps. Now, a South Korean media outlet asserts that an LG subsidiary has been engaged to produce these new modules. This report might indicate when devices with the spec will be released.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 17:20
The Galaxy A52 5G. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | The Galaxy A53 will come with a 120Hz display and a new colorway

Samsung is rumored to provide a successor to the Galaxy A52 5G in 2022. Now, a new leak suggests that it will reprise some of its forebear's better specs, and might launch at around the same time of year. It might, at least, break into new color options in 2022.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 16:32
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 series will be available with at least two MediaTek SoCs. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11 Pro turn up on Geekbench ahead of their October 28 release

The Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11 Pro have made their way to Geekbench, confirming several aspects about both smartphones. The pair will debut later this week alongside the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus and will feature 120 W charging, high-refresh-rate displays and dual batteries, among other innovations.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 16:20
Motorola's latest watch gets closer to a debut. (Source: CE Brands via 9to5Google)

The next generation of Motorola smartwatches emerges in a new official leak

Motorola had confirmed plans to release new smartwatches under its branding with a new partner, currently known as CE Brands. Now, this company has dropped this wearable's final product name, as well as several strong hints as to its design and about how much it might cost. It is now to be followed up by 2 more of its new series on its launch.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 15:51
The Galaxy S22 Ultra will have thin bezels on all sides. (Image source: @UniverseIce)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra: Angular design reaffirmed as 45 W charging time revealed

Several Galaxy S22 Ultra screen protectors have leaked, offering another look at the device's expected design. Ice Universe has revealed what charging times people should expect from Samsung's next premier smartphone too, which will support up to 45 W charging.
Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2021 14:32
The Sony Xperia Alpha looks to be a smartphone camera beast. (Image: Sony)

Massive Sony Xperia Alpha leak as the smartphone camera monster is revealed in full ahead of launch

Sony’s Xperia Alpha smartphone camera heavyweight has been leaked in full ahead of its launch next week. The massive leak reveals everything about the design, its accessories and some ground-breaking new camera chops.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Oct 2021 13:19
Halo Infinite is set to launch on December 4th (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft finally plans on showing off more of Halo Infinite's campaign, a year after graphics debacle

With Halo Infinite set to arrive in just two months, Microsoft finally decided to take the wraps off the campaign: the new campaign will show the first single-player footage we've seen in over a year since Craig the Brute's infamous debut.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 25 Oct 2021 12:41
According to @Greymon 55, 3D V-Cache chips will hit mass production as early as next month (Image source: AMD)

AMD's 3D V-Cache-refreshed Ryzen chips are slated to start production in November, hints tipster

Tipster @Greymon55 claimed that AMD's upcoming Ryzen refreshes with 3D V-Cache will enter mass production by November. This is in line with AMD's announcement that 3D V-Cache Ryzen CPUs will hit the market by Q1 2022, likely as a stopgap against Alder Like while Zen 4 is finalized for a Q3 2022 release.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 25 Oct 2021 12:15
The Redmi Note 11 will debut on October 28. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms more Redmi Note 11 series details ahead of launch

Xiaomi is geared to debut the Redmi Note 11 series in China on October 28. The company has now released a series of teasers confirming important bits about the phones, with most of those features likely to satisfy expectant fans.
Ricci Rox, 25 Oct 2021 11:46
The new Yuzu update allows users to turn on FSR upscaling (Image source: Yuzu)

Yuzu Switch emulator gets AMD Fidelity FX Super Resolution (FSR) support for better performance when running BOTW and Super Mario Odyssey at 4K and beyond

Yuzu's resolution scaling feature recently received a massive update. Alongside a more effective texture scaling solution, Yuzu developers added in support for AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution upscaling feature, making 4K Breath of The Wild more accessible than before.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 25 Oct 2021 11:44
Oct 24, 2021
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The Core i9-12900KF will bring a huge 14 cores and 20 threads to laptops. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core i9-12900HK: 14 core and 20 thread processor pulls no punches with the Apple M1 Max in leaked Geekbench listing

The Core i9-12900HK has landed on Geekbench, albeit in a closed benchmark. The early signs are good for Intel's premier laptop processor, with it outscoring all contemporary processors in its wake, including the Apple M1 Max.
Alex Alderson, 24 Oct 2021 23:19
The MacBook Air will join the new MacBook Pros in embracing the notch. (Image source: Jon Prosser & Ian Zelbo)

New Apple MacBook Air renders leak with an impossibly thin design

Apple may have just announced the MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16, but Jon Prosser has already turned his attention to next year's MacBook Air. The device is believed to pack an Apple M2 SoC and a 13-inch notched display in an impressively thin chassis.
Alex Alderson, 24 Oct 2021 23:05
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra's notch is at least more subtle than the iPhone 13's notch. (Image source: Apple/@OnLeaks - edited)

Snarky iPhone 13 notch-related tweet from September comes back to haunt Samsung following recent Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra leak

A troll tweet made by Samsung Mobile US back in September has returned to haunt the company following the recent leak of Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra tablet renders. The Korean OEM was taking a dig at the design of the iPhone 13 series and especially the ever-present notch. However, it appears Samsung is planning on notching the upcoming Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Oct 2021 22:16
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)

Apple iPad (2021) buying tips: The powerful tablet can quickly become expensive, but it doesn't have to be like that

The new Apple iPad 10.2 impressed in the test, offering a modern tablet with comprehensive expansion options despite its dusty looks. However, users who want more than just the base version will quickly notice that things can get expensive.
Daniel Schmidt, 24 Oct 2021 21:01
Asus Zenbook 14X UX5400E

Asus Zenbook 14X OLED pre-production unit review: That's some punchy colors!

Stunning colors, stylish case, great sound The 14-inch laptop from Asus combines a stunning OLED display with a first-class case that is both sturdy and high-quality. Performance should also be great thanks to the MX450 and a Tiger Lake SoC from Intel. Read on to find out what we liked and disliked about the pre-production model.
Intel Core i7-1165G7, NVIDIA GeForce MX450, 14", 1.4 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 24 Oct 2021 20:01
The refreshed Mac mini could end up being configured with a choice of either the M1 Pro or M1 Max SoC. (Image source: Apple)

March Apple event claim sparks product launch speculation involving iPhone SE 2022, M1 Pro Mac mini, and refreshed iMac computers

An Apple tipster has indirectly claimed that there could be an event held by the tech giant in March of next year. Unsurprisingly, this has led to numerous predictions of what products might emerge from Apple Park at that time, with devices such as the iPhone SE 3, Mac mini with M1 Pro (or M1 Max), and a 27-inch iMac or iMac Pro leading the charge.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Oct 2021 19:25
AirPods 2 case: possibly the same, but only from the front. (Source: MacRumors)

Rumor | Next-gen AirPods Pro will upgrade to a case with Apple Find My integration and more

Apple is projected to launch second-gen AirPods Pro in 2022. These TWS earbuds have allegedly been captured in new renders hinting that their charging case will come with new and heretofore-unseen features. Then again, their source may be less than 100% reliable in this case.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 17:44
Is this the Xiaomi 12 Pro's front panel? (Source: Weibo)

Xiaomi 12 Pro: A new leak hints at a polarizing design choice in the upcoming flagship

A new tip purports to offer more insight into what might prove a successor to a premium Xiaomi smartphone. It focuses on the new "12 Pro's" display, which will apparently split fans down the middle with the return of a certain display type often seen in high-end mobile devices. The render also hints that the Pro will not get much of a selfie-camera upgrade.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 16:58
The GTA Trilogy remasters have surprisingly high system requirements (Image source: Rockstar)

Official Grand Theft Auto: Trilogy minimum specs revealed by Rockstar: 20-year old remasters seemingly require beefier hardware than Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Rockstar recently released the official minimum and required specifications for the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy remasters. Calling for an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 at minimum, alongside a quad-core processor, the 20 year-old games actually require beefier hardware than Assassin's Creed: Odyssey to run.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Oct 2021 16:41
The Instinct MI250X will reportedly feature 110 compute units (Image source: AMD)

Tipster outs specs for the AMD Instinct MI250X MCM GPUs: 48 TFLOPs of compute and 110 CUs at 1.7 GHz, with a 500W TDP

Tipster @ExecuFix revealed what appear to be details for the upcoming AMD Instinct MI250W GPU. The MCM-based card will reportedly feature 110 CUs running at 1.7 GHz, 128GB of HBM2 memory, and a 500W TDP.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Oct 2021 16:11
OPPO's new patent. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

OPPO's latest patent might reveal its next-gen smartphone design language ahead of time

OPPO has claimed some new intellectual property that might dictate how smartphones such as those of the allegedly upcoming Reno 7 series might look. Accordingly, these devices might have 3 to 4 rear cameras with curving sides and displays with off-center punch-hole selfie cameras. Devices based on this updated design might be unveiled as early as November 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 16:05
The Google Pixel 6 Pro. (Source: Google)

Google Pixel 6 series' Tensor dominates the Exynos 2100 and Snapdragon 888 in real-world GPU benchmarks

The Google Pixel 6 was put through Geekbench a few days ago and performed decently. The phone has now made the trip over to 3DMark in an attempt to gauge its GPU's prowess. The result? Supremacy over current flagship chipsets. Tensor's Mali-G78 MP20 GPU hits hard, it appears.
Ricci Rox, 24 Oct 2021 15:32
The TAB Pro 5G. (Source: TCL)

TCL's first-gen 5G tablet is exclusive to Verizon in the US

TCL has launched the TAB Pro 5G slate to the North American market. It has a 10-inch display and an affordable-grade Qualcomm processor for its up-to-date connectivity. This will be accessed through Verizon's network, as the tablet will be sold through this carrier only on its release.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 15:29
The Bip U Pro. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit releases its latest smartwatches for sale via Walmart

Walmart now has new listings for Amazfit smartwatches; however, they are not for the latest GTR/GTS 3 series, but for the popular health and fitness tech brand's latest "performance" wearables, the Bip U Pro included. They start at US$40 through the physical and online retailer from now.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 14:59

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