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Oct 13, 2021
The new Chromebook 515. (Source: Acer)

GPC 2021 | Acer aims to cover the full gamut of Chromebook life with its new x14 and x15 range

Acer's latest Chrome OS devices have arrived with 14- or 15-inch FHD displays, each with up-to-date processors and features. The higher-tier 515s come with Spin and Enterprise variants, whereas the new 514 and Spin 314 set themselves apart with a new MediaTek Kompanio platform and an "environmentally friendly" OceanGlass touchpad respectively.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Oct 2021 15:45
The Acer Aspire Vero will soon be available for purchase in Europe

Acer Aspire Vero officially launched in Europe with EUR 799 price tag

The Acer Aspire Vero laptop's price and availability in Europe have been revealed. It will be available for purchase in November 2021 for EUR 799. Its key specs include a 15.6-inch IPS LCD panel, 11th-generation Intel Tiger Lake processors, 16GB RAM and Wi-Fi 6.
Anil Ganti, 13 Oct 2021 15:45
The OnePlus 9RT. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 9RT launched: Snapdragon 888 phone with a 50 MP camera and OIS starting at the equivalent of US$500

OnePlus has now announced the launch of its only end-of-year premium phone, the OnePlus 9RT, in China. The OnePlus 9RT lands with a Snapdragon 888, a 50 MP main camera with OIS, and generally solid specs across the board. Pricing begins at the equivalent of right about US$500.
Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2021 15:34
The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS relies on the same Snapdragon SoC and co-processor as the TicWatch Pro 3. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS launched with a familiar design and new advanced heart-monitoring features

Mobvoi has launched the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS, a revision of last year's TicWatch Pro 3. The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS supports more advanced heart-monitoring features than its predecessor, but there are no display, memory or SoC changes.
Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2021 15:00
The OPPO Reno 6 Pro. (Source: The Mobile Indian)

OPPO Reno 7 series tipped for the Dimensity 920, Dimensity 1200, and Snapdragon 888 as tentative details surface

OPPO is set to launch the next iteration of phones in its most recognizable series, the OPPO Reno lineup. The OPPO Reno 7 phones are on their way and a new leak purports to reveal early details of the phones, with one notable takeaway being the presence of powerful chipsets across the board.
Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2021 15:00
Google Tensor can hold up well against the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 and Samsung Exynos 2100 in single-core performance. (Image source: Google/Qualcomm/Samsung - edited)

Tensor SoC in Google Pixel 6 approaches Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100 performance level in Geekbench 5 run

An apparent Geekbench 5 run for the Google Pixel 6 smartphone has been discovered, revealing the performance of the custom Tensor chip. Multi-core performance was distant from rivals but the Tensor’s single-core performance has it rubbing shoulders with smartphone chip luminaries such as the Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Oct 2021 13:11
Realme GT Neo 2 5G sports a Snapdragon 870 SoC with vapor chamber and diamond thermal gel cooling. (Image Source: Realme)

Realme GT Neo 2 5G powered by Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz E4 AMOLED, and diamond thermal gel cooling launched globally starting from ₹31,999 (US$425)

After launching in China last month, Realme has now announced the GT Neo 2 5G in India. The GT Neo 2 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 870 5G and uses a vapor chamber with diamond thermal gel for cooling the SoC. The device also features a 120 Hz E4 AMOLED display with a 600 Hz touch sampling rate and a 1,300-nit peak brightness.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Oct 2021 12:29
The VanMoof V e-bike can hit speeds of up to 30 mph. (Image: VanMoof)

New VanMoof V e-bike can hit 30 mph and is the company's attempt at redefining the category

Dutch e-bike specialists VanMoof have just unveiled their latest design and it is a stunner. The new VanMoof V e-bike is the company’s attempt at breaking typical perceptions of e-bikes with a focus on speed in an attempt at creating an all-new category.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Oct 2021 12:27
The iPhone 13 series looks like it will be hard to come by over the coming months. (Image: Apple)

Bloomberg: Apple's fears of a chip shortage affecting iPhone 13 production have materialized

Apple’s fears of the global chip shortage impacting its ability to manufacture enough iPhone 13 models is starting to materialize. According to Bloomberg, Apple is said to have been forced to scale down its iPhone 13 production by as many as 10 million units as chip shortages have started to bite.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Oct 2021 11:17
Asus XG16AHPE portable gaming monitor almost nails it in terms of features and performance

Asus XG16AHPE portable gaming monitor almost nails it in terms of features and performance

This 15.6-inch portable monitor is the best we've seen in its size class and category for gaming purposes just as long as you're ready to drop $400 for it. Refresh rate, G-Sync, black-white response times, sRGB colors, and brightness are all on point.
Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2021 09:50
Apple iPhone 13

89% Apple iPhone 13 Smartphone Review - High-quality Apple phone with an even brighter display

Unlucky number? Doesn't matter! The 13th generation of one of the mainstays among smartphones is now once again trying to appease Apple fans and convert Android disciples. To accomplish this, it features a new processor, longer battery life and sensor shift image stabilization. In the following review, we will take a closer look at the latest iPhone.
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 4-Core, 6.1", 173 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Oct 2021 08:41
It's widely expected that Apple will reveal the 2021 MacBook Pro notebooks at its event on October 18. (Image source: Apple/@RendersbyIan - edited)

Apple M1X MacBook Pro 14 and 16 with notched display, 120 Hz refresh rate, 100 W cooling fans, and similar pricing - rumors run amok following Unleashed event announcement

Rumors have started running amok following the announcement of the upcoming Apple event. Most expect Cupertino to reveal the M1X MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 at the event, and many leakers have been doubling down on older tips or even revealing new ones, such as the perturbing possibility that the 2021 MacBook Pro may even have a notched display.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Oct 2021 03:20
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The RetroLite CM4 relies on a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4. (Image source: Dmcke5/StonedEdge)

Raspberry Pi CM4: A new project has transformed the popular single-board computer into a Nintendo Switch replica

A new project takes the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and utilises it within a handheld games console. The RetroLite CM4 looks an awful lot like the Nintendo Switch Lite, too.
Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2021 01:22
The GPD XP features customisable controllers. (Image source: GPD)

GPD XP: Android gaming handheld to launch on Indiegogo

GPD has brought its XP handheld gaming device to Indiegogo. Available to back soon, the GPD XP features removable controllers, a large display and runs Android 11. The device has a 7,000 mAh battery and expandable storage, too.
Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2021 01:18
Huawei is expected to release smartwatches that support ECG and blood pressure measurements soon. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei receives medical device certification for blood pressure and ECG sensors ahead of Watch D release

It has emerged that Huawei has received medical certification in China for ECG and blood pressure sensors intended for smartwatches. The company is expected to bring both to the Watch D, which is due before the end of the year.
Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2021 01:03
The camera bump of the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro has been dividing opinion. (Image source: @evleaks - edited)

Bumpy Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro shine in Stormy Black and Cloudy White in new renders

New renders of the upcoming Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 6 Pro have been posted by a noted leaker. The images have offered up both the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro in two colors each. However, the renders have also shown just how “bumpy” the camera bump on the rear is, with one commenter comparing it with a Crewmate from Among Us.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Oct 2021 00:54
The Realme Q3. (Source: Realme)

The "Realme Q3s" is spotted on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 778G processor

The Q3s is projected to join the Realme Q family of smartphones soon, bringing a mid-range 5G processor to this group. Now, the model number associated with this upcoming device has surfaced on Geekbench, possibly confirming that it will launch soon.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Oct 2021 00:27
Samsung 14nm DDR5 DRAM

Samsung starts mass producing 14nm EUV DDR5 DRAM

Samsung has begun mass producing its 14nm DDR5 DRAM with cutting-edge EUV technology. Samsung's five-layer EUV process has allowed it to achieve the highest DDR5 DRAM bit density in the industry with 20% productivity enhancement. The DDR5 DRAM also draws up to 20% less power than the previous DRAM node.
Fawad Murtaza, 13 Oct 2021 00:12
Microsoft Azure cloud services. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft fends off a 2.4 Tbps DDoS attack classed as the second-largest in history

Microsoft has declared in a blog post on October 11 that an Azure customer was hit with a 2.4 Tbps DDoS attack during August. The attack was recorded as the highest DDoS event ever on the Azure platform beating last year’s 1 Tbps attack. This attack was also the second highest documented event, coming second to Google’s attack with 2.5 Tbps in 2017.
Aleem Ali, 13 Oct 2021 00:11
The Fitbit Luxe now supports an AoD and SpO2 measurements. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit Luxe: Fitness tracker receives Always-On Display and SpO2 capabilities with its latest software update

Fitbit has added two features to the Luxe, its latest fitness tracker. Arguably, both should have been present at launch, but their inclusion is welcome, nonetheless.
Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2021 00:07
Oct 12, 2021
The Honor 50. (Source: Honor)

The Honor 50 series seems set for global markets with Google Mobile Services support

The smartphone OEM Honor has confirmed it has secured Google Mobile Services for its premium mid-range 50-series devices. This is as strong a hint as any that the 2021 handsets are headed for an international launch soon, bringing their 108MP main cameras and 100W charging with them.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Oct 2021 23:25
The AIRROBO Robot Vacuum T10+ is now available to buy on Amazon (Source: AIRROBO)

AIRROBO launches the Robot Vacuum T10+ with a 45-day hands-free cleaning ability

Hong Kong-based AIRROBO has released a new robot vacuum, the T10+. This mid-range vacuum cleaner is auto emptying, meaning it can clean your home for up to 45 days without intervention.
Polly Allcock, 12 Oct 2021 23:02
Tesla's Full Self-Driving mode in action (image: Dirty Tesla)

Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' mode finally lands for regular owners in a watershed moment for autonomous cars

Tesla finally took its Full Self-Driving car mode out of the early access program, widening its availability to Tesla car owners with a perfect safety score.
Daniel Zlatev, 12 Oct 2021 22:51
The light and shadow effects in Alan Wake Remastered obviously look better than in the Xbox 360 original (Image: Remedy Entertainment)

Alan Wake Remastered review video shows the graphical improvements on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

The classic game from the Xbox 360 era looks significantly better in higher resolutions on modern consoles, which is why Alan Wake Remastered is a worthy title with only a few flaws according to a review by Digital Foundry.
Enrico Frahn, 12 Oct 2021 22:34
The iconic point and click adventure series Monkey Island can also be played via ScummVM (Image: Lucasfilm Games)

The best way to play retro games on Android smartphones or modern PCs: ScummVM turns 20

The easy to operate and free software ScummVM celebrates its 20th anniversary with an update and can now run even more retro games on modern systems.
Enrico Frahn, 12 Oct 2021 20:59
Unlock the true potential of the PRO series with the Thunderbolt 4 connector.  (Image Source: Bestware)

XMG upgrades its PRO laptops with Tiger Lake-H processors and Thunderbolt 4 support

The L21 PRO models offer significant upgrades over the early 2021 variants, including the Intel Core i7-11800H processors, a Thunderbolt 4 port, a PCIe 4.0 X16 slot for the RTX 3070/3080 dGPUs and an M.2 PCIe 4.0 X4 slot for storage solutions, plus a MUX switch for external displays. XMG removed the microSD card reader, on the other hand.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Oct 2021 20:17
The Samsung Odyssey G5 S32AG52 runs at WQHD and 165 Hz. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey G5 S32AG52 gaming monitor announced with a WQHD, 165 Hz and 32-inch panel

Samsung has launched the S32AG52, a 32-inch gaming monitor that expands its Odyssey G5 series. The S32AG52 features 1 ms GtG response times, a 165 Hz refresh rate and WQHD native resolution, among other things.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 19:18
The Switch OLED Model and its dock may have hidden 4K capabilities. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch: 4K and 60 Hz support may come to the OLED Model via a dock firmware update

It turns out that the Nintendo Switch OLED Model comes with a 4K and 60 Hz-capable dock. Available to purchase separately, the new Switch Dock also has an integrated LAN port.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 18:24
The M1X MacBook Pro devices are expected to be launched at the end of October. (Image source: fan-made concept by Mark W./Tech Blood)

Updated | M1X MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 launch date predictions appear as Intel-powered 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro laptops disappear

A shift in the availability of Intel-based 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro devices has led to the speculation that the expected launch of the M1X MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 could take place within the next two weeks. However, the apparent disappearance of the Intel MacBook Pro 16 might be down to a much more prosaic reason.
Apple has officially announced its upcoming "Unleashed" event.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Oct 2021 18:19
A fix for high Ryzen L3 cache latency in Windows 11 is on the way. (Image Source: AMD)

Updated | AMD and Microsoft finally acknowledge poor L3 cache performance and CPU scheduling issues with Ryzen processors in Windows 11 after nearly three months of complaining

AMD and Microsoft have finally acknowledged poor L3 cache performance in Windows 11, and a fix for the same is on the way in the form of a Windows update later this month. AMD also notes that CPPC2 may not schedule threads properly on preferred cores in Windows 11 and is investigating a fix.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Oct 2021 18:19
Sony's next Xperia product may be the Xperia 1 III Pro. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Sony whets appetites with new Xperia product launch date

Sony has confirmed that it will be unveiling a new Xperia product on October 26, or October 25 for those living in the US. Seemingly, the device will launch in multiple markets, although it could be a successor to the Xperia PRO.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 18:16
It's alleged that the Sony Xperia 1 IV could come with a 4x 48 MP camera system. (Image source: Sony - (mockup) edited)

Bold Xperia 1 IV rumor claims quad 48 MP camera system is coming for Sony's future flagship

A new rumor about the Sony Xperia 1 IV flagship smartphone has offered up some unbelievable and tantalizing information about the device’s camera equipment. It has already been claimed in the past that the Mark 4 model in the Sony Xperia 1 line would sport a 50 MP main lens but few would expect this kind of quad-cam system.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Oct 2021 17:40
The new G300. (Source: Nokia)

Nokia launches the G300 as its cheapest 5G phone yet

Nokia has made the G300 official as a smartphone with a sizeable display and a generous battery. However, those specs are tempered by a distinctly budget-tier 5G processor and low-res triple cameras. It will be released via the TracFone Wireless and Straight Talk networks in the US later in October 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Oct 2021 16:27
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G4 Laptop - Workstation Version of the X1 Extreme G4 in Review

89% Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G4 Laptop - Workstation Version of the X1 Extreme G4 in Review

Now with 16 inches and a worse keyboard. Lenovo introduces a completely new device with the fourth generation of the ThinkPad P1, including a 16-inch display with 16:10 aspect ratio and updated hardware. The P1 G4 also gives a first glance at the upcoming ThinkPad X1 Extreme G4, which uses the same chassis. Update: CPU performance with dual-channel RAM tested
Intel Core i7-11800H, NVIDIA T1200 Laptop GPU, 16", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 12 Oct 2021 15:58
The Redmi Note 11 series may arrive later this month. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi boss positions Redmi Note 11 series launch for this month

All signs point to Xiaomi announcing the Redmi Note 11 series soon. Now, even Lu Weibing has started hinting at the release of the series, which should include the likes of the Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11 Pro.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 15:38
Lenovo teases the Yoga 16s again. (Source: Lenovo via Weibo)

Lenovo details the Yoga 16s 2022's processor and graphics ahead of its launch

Lenovo has already hinted that the 16s 2022 will define the offerings involved in the next round of Yoga PCs, in the Chinese market at the least. Now, it has revealed some potentially crucial internal specs for this upcoming convertible. It will have a Ryzen 5000 platform with NVIDIA RTX 3000-series graphics.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Oct 2021 15:35
MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition is Xiaomi's interim update between MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 13. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition reaches the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra globally

Xiaomi has brought MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition to the Mi 11 Ultra globally. The OS update is available as V12.5.7.0.RKAMIXM, which also includes the September 2021 security patch.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 15:32
The Powerbuds Pro are coming. (Source: Amazfit)

Update | Amazfit hypes the new Powerbuds Pro ahead of the GTR/GTS3 launch

Amazfit has already confirmed that it will launch the GTR 3 and GTS 3 flagship smartwatches during its next product event. Now, the popular fitness-tech brand has also revealed specs for their latest pair of TWS earbuds. The new Powerbuds variants have the brand's latest advanced health-tracking feature hinted at in earlier press conferences.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Oct 2021 14:35
The Turbo GeForce RTX 3070 Ti resembles a discontinued RTX 3090 card of the same name. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS Turbo GeForce RTX 3070 Ti: A blower fan graphics card that only takes up two slots

ASUS has unveiled the Turbo GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, expanding its Turbo series. The GA104-based card retains the Turbo series' dual-slot design and offers a 30 MHz overclock compared to NVIDIA's reference specifications.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 14:11
Engineer Ken Pillonel has created what he is calling the world's first iPhone with USB-C port. (Image: Ken Pillonel via YouTube)

Engineer hacks iPhone to give it the USB-C port of our dreams

An engineer has used his downtime to swap out the Lightning port on his iPhone with a USB-C port and documented the process. While the project is not for the faint of heart, it does demonstrate that the modification can be successfully accomplished.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Oct 2021 13:42
Intel Alder Lake Core i5-12400 may turn out to be one of the best selling budget CPUs. (Image Source: Intel)

Alder Lake Core i5-12400 leaked benchmarks indicate Intel may finally have a solid counter to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X if priced below US$200

Leaked benchmarks of the upcoming Intel Alder Lake Core i5-12400 suggest that Intel may match up very well to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. The Core i5-12400 offers six Golden Cove cores that seem to be perceivably better than the Ryzen 5 5600X and significantly faster than its predecessor, the Core i5-11400.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Oct 2021 13:39
Apple could be developing a Switch-like gaming console according to a new rumor. (Image: Nintendo)

Sketchy Apple Switch-like gaming console rumor surfaces

An Apple-focused website is claiming as an exclusive that Apple is currently working on its own portable gaming console in the vein of the hybrid Nintendo Switch. The purported console is said to be almost ready for launch with game titles that could challenge the Nintendo titles like 'Breath of the Wild' and 'Mario Odyssey'.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Oct 2021 12:23
The Acer Swift 3 SF316-51-75MK impresses with many strengths in the test. (Image: Acer)

Acer Swift 3: 16.1-inch laptop with Intel Core i7-11370H does its name justice

The Acer Swift 3 SF316-51-75MK is equipped with a rather rare CPU along with its onboard graphics. Our review proves that the laptop still lives up to the "Swift" part of its name, delivering a fast performance in the test.
Marcus Schwarten, 12 Oct 2021 08:06
The best laptops for Q3 2021

The best laptops for Q3 2021: 77 laptops in review

Laptop Editors' Choice Awards Q3 2021 We put 77 laptops through their paces between July and September 2021. These included powerful gaming devices with impressive performance, as well as ultra-mobile business laptops and entry-level laptops. Read on to find out more about the best laptops of the last few months and the recommendations from our editorial team.
J. Simon Leitner, 12 Oct 2021 07:41
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The Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series will arrive on October 20. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi teases Redmi Smart TV X 2022 ahead of October 20 announcement

Xiaomi has started teasing the Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series. The new smart TVs will arrive later this month with slim bezels. The Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series may be Chinese exclusives for the time being, though.
Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 00:23
Oct 11, 2021
Far Cry 6 has been put through its paces in a new tech review video by Digital Foundry (Image: Ubisoft)

Far Cry 6 video review illustrates the raytracing advantages of the PC version compared to the PS5 and reveals performance issues

The sixth entry in Ubisoft's popular shooter series is unfortunately not the most polished game from a technical point of view. A new tech review video by Digital Foundry now visualizes the reasons for Far Cry 6's technical shortcomings.
Enrico Frahn, 11 Oct 2021 23:55
The LG Wing is still on the July 2021 security patch and Android 10. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

The LG Wing is still on the July 2021 security patch and Android 10 as it nears its first anniversary

The LG Wing has been the epitome of LG's shoddy software support. Two and a half months on from its last update and just days from its first anniversary, the Wing is still without an OS update and adrift on a three-month-old security patch.
Alex Alderson, 11 Oct 2021 23:27
The OnePlus 9RT will have high touch sampling as well as a 120 Hz refresh rate. (Image source: OnePlus)

The OnePlus 9RT will support 600 Hz touch sampling and 7 GB of virtual RAM

The OnePlus 9RT arrives in China and India later this week with a Snapdragon 888 SoC and up to 12 GB of RAM. OnePlus has confirmed that the device will support 600 Hz touch sampling and up to 7 GB of virtual RAM, too.
Alex Alderson, 11 Oct 2021 23:13
Spacious 2 TB SK Hynix Gold P31 PCIe3 NVMe SSD now on sale for $244 USD

Deal | Spacious 2 TB SK Hynix Gold P31 PCIe3 NVMe SSD now on sale for $244 USD

SK Hynix is now shipping its highest capacity NVMe drive as part of its popular Gold P31 series. Much like with the 1 TB version, this 2 TB option is currently one of the least expensive PCIe3 NVMe drives in the market with sequential transfer rates greater than 3000 MB/s in both directions.
Allen Ngo, 11 Oct 2021 21:04
The new GTS 3. (Source: Amazfit)

The GTS 3 is Amazfit's latest square-faced smartwatch

Amazfit has now confirmed an upgrade for its line of GTS smartwatches as well as their round-faced counterparts. This new third-gen flagship has the same upgraded features as the GTR 3 and 3 Pro, albeit with a different screen type. It has 3 new colorways and may last for more than 10 days between charges.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Oct 2021 20:46

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