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Samsung's new Galaxy M55s is yet another cosmetic refresh of the Galaxy M55. For this refresh, Samsung has given the phone a new finish on the back.

The Monitor III ANC headphones are Marshall's latest pair of premium headphones and they bring a handful of upgrades when compared to their predecessor. However, what will set them apart from rival headphones is the incredibly long battery life.

The UGREEN MagFlow Qi2 Magnetic 2-in-1 Charging Station is now available in the US and the UK. This latest accessory allows you to simultaneously charge an iPhone and AirPods, with a folding design to keep it compact. Plus, the model features a redesigned LED indicator to prevent issues when users are sleeping.

Nothing has announced its latest audio product - the Ear (Open). Evident from its name, these earbuds feature an open-ear design that allows for ambient noise to enter, while also ensuring a decent sound stage.

Tecno has expanded its Spark 30 series with the launch of the Spark 30 Pro which joins the already announced Spark 30, Spark 30C, Spark 30 5G, and Spark 30C 5G. It has also partnered with Hasbro for a Transformers-themed variant of the Spark 30 Pro and Spark 30.

With a history of over a decade, KaOS is a niche distro that has just received an update. Version 2024.09 was released yesterday, and its highlights include Calligra, which replaces LibreOffice as the default office suite, as well as an updated VirtualBox package.

Alienware's new Pro Headset is a premium wireless gaming headset with graphene-coated drivers and active noise-cancellation. At 315 grams, the headset is lighter than many of its competitors, with a commendable set of features promising a great gaming and audio experience.

The Honor JOWAY is a new power bank from the company. This latest portable charger, which supports 22.5W fast charging and 10,000 mAh capacity, is currently on pre-sale at CNY 89 (about $12.61).

Powkiddy has expanded the RGB20 series with a new option. Previously restricted to the RGB20S and RGB20SX, the series now also consists of the RGB20 Pro that features a comparatively large battery, a high-resolution display and a more powerful chipset than its series stablemates.

Govee is now selling the Curtain Lights 2 in the US, the UK and the EU. The smart lights can display photos, patterns and GIFs, with various preset modes and the ability to use AI to generate effects. Plus, the product supports Matter and is compatible with various voice assistants.

Tecno has been less than subtle about which smartphone design trends it has followed when making the upcoming Pop 9 5G. Despite the iPhone 16 homage in its choice of display and camera hump type, it is aimed at a tier of the market that should apparently be grateful for the 48MP main shooter about to hit it.

The launch of Apple's iPhone 16 was marked by protests outside Apple stores around the world. Demonstrators used the day to draw media attention to a range of issues, including the environmental threat posed by the mining of minerals for mobile phone batteries, social injustices in mines in the Congo and Apple's stance on the war in Gaza.

It's Android 14 out of the box for its latest smartphone with a rear-facing Smart Display. It is also equipped with a new Dragon Scale build that integrates Gorilla Glass and "aerospace-grade" aluminum and titanium alloys to achieve IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H ratings. The S200's enlarged 120Hz display also offers a more unique resolution and aspect-ratio compared to most smartphones.

It looks like the upcoming Fujifilm X-M5 will launch sooner than expected, according to a leaker that claims to have hands-on time with the new camera. Concerningly, the leaker has some unsavoury comments about the build quality of his early unit.

Casio’s new G SHOCK Women's GMAP2100ST series brings together eco-friendly materials and durability. Featuring bio-based resin and a host of functional features, the G SHOCK watches are available in three colors, and are priced at $130.

AOC and Porsche Design have teamed up once again to create a new high-end gaming monitor. This time, the pair have released a 34-inch option that has a 240 Hz refresh rate, an 1800R curvature and comes with a 3-year warranty like many other recent QD-OLED gaming monitors.

The popular portable power station brand Jackery has partnered with Creality to offer consumers new ways to charge their next 3D print - solar included. The new "Power your Creativity" bundles can unlock savings of up to $199 compared to the purchase of their contents separately at the time of writing. Can they beat separate purchases on other platforms such as Amazon?

Gaming-focused brand Black Shark has launched a new power bank in China. Besides a 20,000 mAh rated capacity, the portable charger features a built-in cable, has support for 55W fast charging, and can power up three devices at once.

Eufy has launched its Outdoor String Lights E10, offering durable, IP65-rated RGB lighting for outdoor use. Priced at $129.99, these smart lights integrate with Eufy cameras, provide over 80 themes via app control, and can be installed using multiple methods.

Anker has launched the USB-A to USB-C Cable (6 ft, Upcycled-Braided) in North America and Europe. The company claims that the accessory could last for 10 years, though the warranty period is significantly shorter. The product is now available at Amazon, alongside other products in the Upcycled-Braided range.

Although described as a social network, SocialAI is in fact more like "a space for reflection, support, and feedback," as mentioned by Michael Sayman, its creator. What makes it special is that all interactions it facilitates put human users face to face only with AI bots, as imagined by the dead internet theory.

Anbernic has released another new retro gaming handheld. This time, it has returned to the chipset that powers the RG556 and RG Cube, which it has paired with vastly improved Hall effect analog sticks.

The HTC Vive Focus Vision is a new standalone VR headset that aims to deliver an immersive gaming experience. Besides featuring the Snapdragon XR2 SoC, it comes with high-resolution LCD panels, 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 120-degree field of view.

Anker is now selling the Zolo USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft, 240W, Braided) at its Amazon storefront in the US. Features of the accessory include 240W charging and a 480 Mbps data transfer rate. Plus, the cable is expected to launch in a shorter length in the near future.

DJI has now released the Osmo Action 5 Pro, which replaces last year's Osmo Action 4. Also serving as a rival to the GoPro Hero 13 Black, DJI's alternative is said to offer superior battery life, larger displays and an upgraded camera, among other upgrades.

The Casio Rainbow Brick wall watches have landed in North America following a recent launch in Europe. With these six wearables, Casio offers a new colorful design with various models to choose from. Features of the waterproof watches include a countdown timer and a stopwatch.

Sony has decided to refresh the WF-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM5. Available globally, the new versions of its popular noise-cancelling audio products arrive in the wake of a similar update for Bose's QuietComfort Ultra alternatives.

With the Shine 2.0 portable wind turbine generator, you can have power all day and all night as long as there's sufficient breeze. And when there's no breeze, its built-in battery will power your devices.

Reolink has announced that its latest Battery Doorbell is the industry's first to debut with a 2K resolution conferred by a 4MP camera, thereby offering a potentially clearer, sharper and more detailed picture of a visitor. The new home security accessory is also touted to come with upgraded Wi-Fi connectivity and not to demand monthly fees from the user.

Bose has launched a new pair of QuietComfort Earbuds. Unlike the Ultra variant, these new Bluetooth buds have a relatively affordable tag, $179. However, like the expensive wireless earbuds, the new ones have a couple of premium features.

Yesterday's stable Google Chrome release brings the version number of this popular web browser to 129 and, in addition to addressing several security problems, this update also comes with a new AI feature. Tab Compare can generate an overview of the products open in multiple tabs. Now, iOS users can also sync saved tab groups.

The Philips Hue Centris smart ceiling light range has received a refresh in Europe. Plus, some of the new products are also expected to arrive in the US soon. Thanks to the latest GU10 technology, the updated smart lights have a higher maximum brightness and are expected to last longer.

A refreshed version of the Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance Argenta smart spotlight is now available in Europe. The company’s latest GU10 bulb is now sold with the light providing a higher level of brightness and a longer life expectancy. However, not all products from the original range have received the upgrade.

PowerA has announced the FUSION Pro Wireless and FUSION Pro 4 Wired controllers for Xbox and PC, with customizable RGB lighting, Hall effect thumbsticks, 4 mappable buttons, and an ergonomic design. They claim to provide high precision, customization, and pro-level gaming performance, and are priced at $149.99 and $69.99 respectively.

The recently launched NEO Z300-0dB mini PC from MINIX is a compact, fanless mini PC boasting a 7-watt Alder Lake-N CPU with eight cores, paired with up to 16 GB of memory. The port selection is decent, and its passively cooled nature allows for silent operation.

The latest maintenance release for the 13.x series brings FreeBSD up to version number 13.4 and, sadly, doesn't include any major changes. However, today's update comes with multiple bug fixes, driver updates, as well as more than a few updated versions of apps maintained by third parties.

The popular Dreame L10s Ultra robot vacuum and mop has been refreshed with a series of upgrades. The L10S Ultra Gen 2 has almost double the suction power of the original model as well as improved mopping abilities. Plus, the robot is automatically cleaned at the docking station.

Philips Hue has refreshed the Fugato single spotlight, double spotlight, triple spotlight and quadruple spotlight products in Europe. The new versions are brighter and have a longer expected lifetime thanks to the latest GU10 bulbs. As with the original, you can control the smart spotlight with the Philips Hue app.

The RGB10X is a new gaming handheld designed to emulate classic retro games. Available now worldwide for $39.99, the device can be configured in Black Transparent, Grey and Yellow finishes.

The Stromer ST5 Alinghi Red Bull Racing Edition e-bike has been launched. Only 600 units of the model are available, with many options to configure the bicycle to suit your needs. Powered by an 850W motor, the e-bike is said to offer a longer range, and there is an accompanying app with GPS tracking.

The Casio G-SHOCK GD010 and GA010 series watches have arrived. The models have different displays but are both expected to run for up to 10 years on a single battery. Another recent addition to the brand’s range is the G-STEEL GM2110 watch series, with a metal bezel and strap.

Based on Arch Linux but also packing a few proprietary pieces of code, such as the Swirl web browser, SDesk received a new update yesterday. Alongside the new drivers, which focus on supporting touch interfaces, this software refresh comes with a move from the Calamares installer to the GNOME first-run wizard.

The Soundcore Select 4 Go is the company's latest compact 5W Bluetooth speaker offering 20 hours of playtime, IP67 waterproof rating, and true wireless stereo pairing. It claims to withstand 5-day continuous playback at high temperatures. Available for $24.99, it also includes a 24-month warranty.

The GameSir T7 wired controller is an affordable controller designed for the Xbox. However, the controller also works with Windows and Steam.