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Sep 25, 2020
AMD seemingly has three GPUs in development called Sienna Cichlid, Navy Flounder and Dimgrey Cavefish. (Image source: AMD)

AMD to offer at least three Radeon RX 6000 series cards with Dimgrey Cavefish as an entry-level model

The Radeon RX 6000 series will be made up of at least three GPUs called Sienna Cichlid, Navy Flounder and Dimgrey Cavefish. Dimgrey Cavefish will be the baby of the series and will be based on AMD's GFX103X graphics architecture. The Radeon RX 6000 series will go live on October 28.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 18:30
Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

ARM Cortex-A53 ARM 5 cores - 1700 MHz 12nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ processor
LG K51S

76% LG K51S Smartphone Review – Too little, too late?

Faster would be appropriate. Will even an inexpensive smartphone like the LG K51S still be allowed to bring Android 9 in 2020? And is it worthwhile to buy it thanks to the quadruple camera and NFC, despite the older operating system? These are just two of the questions we want to answer in this review of the LG cell phone.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765, PowerVR GE8320, 6.55", 195 g
Florian Schmitt, 25 Sep 2020 15:33
The Geniatech XPI-3128 starts at US$25. (Image source: Geniatech)

XPI-3128: A cheap single-board computer with Wi-Fi that is compatible with the Raspberry Pi ecosystem

The latest member of the Geniatech XPI family packs a Rockchip RK3128 chipset, along with up to 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. A Wi-Fi module can be added to go with the board's four USB Type-A ports, HDMI port and 40-pin GPIO header. The Geniatech XPI-3128 starts at US$25 and can currently be configured up to US$35.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 15:01
The Pixel 4a (5G) is expected to have a polycarbonate back. (Image source: John Lewis)

Leaked Google Pixel 4a (5G) prototype shows how glass or aluminium models could have looked

A leaked Pixel 4a (5G) prototype has shown that Google may have been experimenting with glass and aluminium versions of the device. As it stands, Google is expected to release the Pixel 4a (5G) with a plastic back, as it has with the Pixel 4a.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 14:58
The Big Navi cards will feature massive triple-fan coolers. (Image Source: TheSportsRush)

AMD's Frank Azor hints at plentiful Navi 2x GPU launch stocks that could prove problematic for Nvidia this holiday season

Nvidia's RTX 3000-series launch was not that successful due to the extremely limited card stocks. The situation should be improved towards the end of October, right around the same time AMD is planning to release the Navi 2x GPU series. Will team red pull a paper launch a la Nvidia, as well? Frank Azor is confident that this will not be the case.
Bogdan Solca, 25 Sep 2020 14:54
Apple is apparently on track to release new iPad Pros before the end of 2020. (Image source: Apple)

New iPad Pros rumoured to start shipping in Q4 2020 with a mini LED screen and an A14X Bionic chipset

Rumour has it that Apple will soon start selling a new generation of iPad Pros with mini LED screens. The fifth-generation devices may arrive as early as Q4 2020 too, contrary to past rumours. These may be the first iPads to the feature Apple's A14X Bionic chipset, too.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 14:53
The RTX 3090 KINGPIN has broken the 3DMark Port Royal world record at 2.58 GHz. (Image source: EVGA)

EVGA's NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 KINGPIN hits 2.58 GHz in world-beating 3DMark Port Royal benchmark run

The EVGA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 KINGPIN is currently the world's fastest graphics card, having achieved a score of 16,673 points in 3DMark Port Royal. The card managed the lofty score at 2.58 GHz, or over 50% higher than stock NVIDIA speeds.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 14:49
The 12.5-inch Surface Laptop will start at US$699.99. (Image source: Microsoft)

New Surface Laptop will start at US$699.99 with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage

The pricing of the 12.5-inch Surface Laptop has leaked ahead of the device's expected announcement next month. Apparently Microsoft's budget answer to the regular Surface Laptop series, the 12.5-inch will start at US$699.99 with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage and a Core i5-1035G1 processor Prices will rise to US$1,199.99, but that Ice Lake CPU will be equipped across all SKUs.
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 14:45
The Galaxy S20 FE. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE US$599 price tag puts pressure on the OnePlus 8T and Pixel 5

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE was released earlier in the week and is already listed for pre-order on stores like Amazon and B&H with a US$599 price tag. Comparatively, the OnePlus 8T and Pixel 5 have been touted to be prices higher than that while also offering worse hardware.
Ricci Rox, 25 Sep 2020 12:15
The new Mi TV Master Ultra Edition features a narrow bezel design. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi TV Master Ultra Edition promo teasers confirm imminent launch for the 82-inch 8K mini-LED TV with 5G connectivity

Xiaomi has a special launch coming up in a few days, with the unveiling of the 82-inch Mi TV Master Ultra Edition 8K mini-LED TV with 5G connectivity. It’s claimed this will be the world’s first mass-produced 5G/8K mini-LED TV, and it is very likely the price will reflect the innovative technology utilized.
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Sep 2020 12:12
The Ring Always Home Cam brings an autonomous drone into your house for home security. (Image: Ring)

Ring teases home security drone straight out of a dystopian nightmare, due 2021

Amazon-owned connected home security brand Ring has raised eyebrows with the launch of the Ring Always Home Cam. The device combines a charging base with an in-door camera drone that will activate on the detection of movement and will send the drone out to fly around a house transmitting a live video feed to the homeowner.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Sep 2020 12:11
The VIA 15 Pro laptop still features a very good FHD LCD panel with 100% sRGB color gamut. (Image Source: Schenker)

XMG unable to equip the VIA 15 Pro AMD-powered laptops with OLED panels due to iGPU compatibility issues

The German OEM ran into incompatibility issues caused by the Vega iGPUs and was unable to fix these problems because Samsung no longer offers engineering support for those particular OLED panels. Schenker/XMG states that the demand for an OLED option is there and we will most likely see AMD-powered laptops with OLED panels in 2021.
Bogdan Solca, 25 Sep 2020 11:02
MIUI for TV 3.0 brings numerous visual enhancements for current Xiaomi TVs. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's MIUI for TV 3.0 starts rolling out bringing a clearer UI layout and nifty dynamic animations with it

Xiaomi announced MIUI for TV 3.0 back in July and now it seems some users in China have started receiving the update. MIUI for TV 3.0 offers a new refined layout for the user interface, a selection of viewing modes, and dynamic animation effects that may be limited only to Xiaomi Master Series devices.
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Sep 2020 10:59
Compact smartphone with a very good camera: The Google Pixel 4a

Pixel 4a: Google does almost everything right

With the Pixel 4a, Google has created a real success. The price is right, performance too, and minor defects can be ignored. Let's just hope that there will also be enough units available.
Mike Wobker, 25 Sep 2020 06:18
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Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 laptop and desktop benchmarks

Beautiful and demanding. When Flight Simulator went on sale, it had to struggle with various technical problems. About a month after the official launch, we also took to the skies and checked out this hardware-hungry title.
Florian Glaser, 25 Sep 2020 01:55
Asus ScreenPad 2.0 is so much better than before, but it could still use some work (Image source: Asus)

Asus ScreenPad 2.0 is so much better than before, but it could still use some work

Asus' integrated clickpad/touchscreen hybrid works well at smaller resolutions or for dragging windows back and forth between the main display. If you don't have an external mouse, however, it might be more trouble than its worth.
Allen Ngo, 25 Sep 2020 00:34
Sep 24, 2020
OnePlus unveils Warp Charge 65. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus confirms an upgrade to 65W Warp Charging in the upcoming 8T

Several leaks have painted the OnePlus 8T as a flat-screen refresh of the existing 8 flagship series. Now, it has released a new preview post to its community website revealing that it will get the next generation of this OEM's in-house Warp Charge USB type C charging standard. This system will use dual cells to allow the battery in question to attain full capacity in an estimated 39 minutes.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2020 23:30
Samsung Galaxy M21

80% Samsung Galaxy M21 Smartphone Review - Plain, but good

Should it have been less? The Samsung Galaxy M21 is a close but lower-priced relative of the Galaxy M31. It offers less storage space and a slightly cut-down camera system. However, it still features the same gigantic battery. Is the Galaxy M21 the ideal smartphone for bargain hunters? Read our review to find out.
Samsung Exynos 9611, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 6.4", 188 g
Florian Schmitt, 24 Sep 2020 23:10
The ECG-enabled OPPO Watch. (Source: OPPO)

The OPPO Watch ECG Edition is now official

OPPO has unveiled an electrocardiography (ECG) -enabled version of its first-gen smartwatch in the course of its 2020 Developer's Conference. The wearable is essentially the same as the 46mm variant of this Watch, just with the new in-depth heart rate-tracking feature. The Watch also now also has a new League of Legends Limited Edition.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2020 22:53
The Redmi Note 9 was launched five months ago. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 10 Pro: Xiaomi's upcoming mid-range champ could feature the new Snapdragon 750G

After releasing the Redmi Note 9 back in April, Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Note 10 series soon. The latest report claims that the Redmi Note 10 or Redmi Note 10 Pro will be powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 750G and could, in fact, be a rebadged Mi 10T Lite in China and/or India.
Ricci Rox, 24 Sep 2020 20:19
The Nokia 7.3 5G will supposedly have a 6.53-inch display. (Image source: @OnLeaks & @IpeeWorld)

Nokia 7.3 5G leaks confirm flat screen and quad ZEISS cameras for reasonably priced and Q4 2020-bound mid-range smartphone

Renders of the Nokia 7.3 5G have leaked, and they show a device that resembles the Nokia 8.3 5G. The device is rumoured to be launching in Q4 2020 with a Snapdragon 690 and up to 8 GB of RAM. The Nokia 7.3 5G will have five cameras too, along with a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a possible starting price of €399.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 19:32
The Pixel 5 blends the design of the Pixel 4 with the Pixel 4a. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Leaked Google Pixel 5 marketing renders confirm green colour option

Leaked images of the Pixel 5 have confirmed that Google has a green edition in the works. The muted colour scheme wraps around the back and frame of the device, unlike the Pixel 4 series. The device will be available with a Snapdragon 765G, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, along with two rear-facing cameras.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 18:56
Some RTX 3080 cards are crashing when they reach 2.0 GHz. (Image source: NVIDIA)

Some NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 cards are crashing at factory overclock speeds

GeForce RTX 3080 cards are finally getting into the hands of consumers, but some units are proving unstable at factory overclock speeds. 2.0-2.1 GHz seems to be the threshold for causing issues, with many cards crashing to desktop when they reach these frequencies.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 18:47
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity Review. (Image Source: Zotac)

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity Review — Heralding the dawn of 8K gaming

Ampere's Big Kahuna. NVIDIA announced the Ampere lineup earlier this month and one card that prominently stood out was the GeForce RTX 3090. The RTX 3090 was bigger both in size and specs compared to the RTX 3080 with the promise of sailing easily through 8K workloads. In this review, we subject the Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity AiB card to our battery of benchmarks to see what the hype is all about. Right off the bat, the RTX 3090 comes across as an extremely capable card with no equal. But whom is this card really aimed at? Read on to find out.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Sep 2020 17:50
The Pixel 4a (5G) as shown by John Lewis. (Image source: John Lewis)

Leaked Google Pixel 4a (5G) marketing renders confirm relatively large chin and dual cameras for US$499 smartphone

John Lewis has, perhaps mistakenly, revealed the design of the Pixel 4a (5G) before its release next week. Google's mid-tier smartphone for this year will share many of its components with the Pixel 5, except for its rather larger bottom bezel and 3.5 mm headphone jack. The Pixel 4a (5G) is not expected to support wireless charging either, but it will have three cameras and a capacitive fingerprint scanner.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 16:52
AMD's upcoming Ryen 5000U APUs could combine models from both Lucienne and Cezanne families. (Image Source: PurePC)

Renoir refresh incoming: AMD Ryzen 7 5700U APU spotted in Ashes of the Singularity benchmark, could feature Vega 11 iGPU

While the CPU performance increase seems negligible on the new Ryzen 7 5700U models, the results mustered by the iGPU side certainly suggest that the Lucienne APUs could integrate Vega 11 chips, at least for the top-of-the-line models. These Lucienne APUs may turn out to be AMD's rushed response to Intel's Tiger Lake models that are just a bit faster than the previous AMD Renoir processors.
Bogdan Solca, 24 Sep 2020 16:34
The TicWatch Pro 3 GPS retails for US$299.99. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi unveils the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, its US$299 smartwatch with NFC and a heart rate monitor

Mobvoi's latest smartwatch is here, the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS. The new smartwatch features a 1.4-inch AMOLED screen, a heart rate monitor and a 577 mAh battery that can last up to 45 days. The TicWatch Pro 3 GPS retails for US$299 and is based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 16:00
Tiger Canyon slim K variant (Image Source: Intel)

Intel plans to release Tiger Lake-powered NUCs codenamed Tiger Canyon

The upcoming Tiger Canyon NUCs come in tall and slim variants with i3, i5, and i7 CPU options, and highlights include support for up to 64 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM, PCIe 4 NVMe SSDs, dual Thunderbolt 4 connectors and one HDMI 2.1 video out.
Bogdan Solca, 24 Sep 2020 15:58
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

10496 Ampere cores @ 1400MHz, 384 Bit GDDR6X @ 19500MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 graphics card for Desktops.
The Snapdragon 875+ could mean further performance segregation in the high-end Android segment (Image source: Qualcomm)

"Lahaina" and "Lahaina Plus": Snapdragon 875 variants outed: the Snapdragon 875 Plus could turn into 2021's SoC of choice following Apple A14 performance woes

WinFuture's Roland Quandt recently claimed on Twitter that the Snapdragon 875 (codenamed Lahaina) would be joined by a high-performance variant, presumably the 875 Plus. This could lead to another generation of performance segmentation at the high end, as we've seen with the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 865 Plus.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Sep 2020 15:18
An updated Nintendo Switch Pro will likely enable performance or visual enhancements on a range of Switch titles (Image source: Nintendo)

The rumored Nintendo Switch Pro could be about more than 4K graphics, with the unlocked framerate in recent titles indicative of an "easy performance boost"

Tipster Dusk Golem recently spoke about the upcoming Nintendo Switch Pro, claiming that unlocked framerates on a number of recently released Nintendo Switch titles are to allow for an "easy performance boost" on more capable Switch Pro hardware.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Sep 2020 14:49
The RTX 3070 will eventually be joined by at least three more RTX 30 series cards. (Image source: NVIDIA)

Leaked Galax slide confirms NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 20 GB, RTX 3070 Ti, RTX 3060 and RTX 3070 inferiority to the RTX 2080 Ti

Galax seems to think that the RTX 3070 is slower than the RTX 2080 Ti, despite NVIDIA's claims when launching the RTX 30 series earlier this month. A leaked company slide has effectively also confirmed that the RTX 3070 SUPER/RTX 3070 Ti is on its way, along with the RTX 3060 and a 20 GB version of the RTX 3080.
Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2020 14:20
The PlayStation 5 will be released in Japan on November 12. (Image source: PlayStation)

Upcoming PlayStation 5 hands-on event in Japan could reveal more about the PS5 UI and other "really cool stuff"

The PlayStation 5 console will be offered up to some fortunate Japanese vloggers as part of the YouTube Gaming Week that is coming up soon, with the PS5 hands-on giving the potential for a full UI reveal among other things. SIE boss Jim Ryan has stated that there is some “really cool stuff” to be shown off in regard to the user experience.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Sep 2020 13:39
The new LG K62 is one of three new mid-range devices from the Korean maker. (Image: LG)

LG launches new mid-range K62, K52, and K42 smartphones

LG has added three new smartphones to its K-series mid-range line up for 2020. The new LG K62, K52, and K42 will arrive in October in Europe followed by key markets in Asia, Latin America and the Middle ast.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2020 12:44
The RTX 3090 will be in very short supply at launch according to Nvidia. (Image: Nvidia)

Nvidia warns to expect low stock of impending RTX 3090 launch GPUs, more customer blowback inbound

With the Nvidia RTX 3090 launch a mere few hours away, Nvidia has advised potential buyers to expect a shortage of cards much as was experienced with the recent launch of the RTX 3080 cards. The company has issued a statement already apologizing in advance for shortage.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2020 11:56
More lenses will not necessarily produce better images. (Image: Notebookcheck)

8P objectives are the "next big thing" when it comes to smartphones, but are they really better?

Comment Smartphone manufacturers have spent the last few years shouting ever bigger numbers at their customers: 108 megapixel camera sensors, 100x zoom functions and slow motion at 960 frames per second are just the beginning; the battle for the number of objective lenses has just begun. But do more lenses equal better?
Column by Hannes Brecher, 24 Sep 2020 11:43
The Redmi Note 8 and Note 8T differ by NFC support, which is available on the 8T. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 and Note 8T owners get the bum's rush from Xiaomi in regard to Android 10-based MIUI 12

Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T owners are not going to be too happy with the latest news about Android 10-based MIUI 12 for their devices. Delays are already expected anyway and now the general manager of Xiaomi Indonesia has claimed that the company is “still testing” the firmware for the Redmi Note 8/8T.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Sep 2020 11:17
The Wi-Fi version of the tablet costs only 99 Euros (~$117). The LTE variant costs 20 Euros (~$23) more (MSRP: €119).

Huawei MatePad T8 reveals itself in our review: Without Google, it is not worth a lot

The Huawei MatePad T8 is a solid entry-level tablet, which sells for less than 100 Euros (~$118). The hardware of the T8 proves to be very competitive in our review. However, this is not enough, due to the Google situation.
Marcus Herbrich, 24 Sep 2020 01:49
Sep 23, 2020
The ROG Phone 3. (Source: Asus)

The Asus ROG Phone 3 will be released to North America soon, as confirmed by the FCC

Asus launched the ROG Phone 3, its latest gaming flagship Android phone, in July 2020. However, it never materialized on the US or Canadian markets. The device has just appeared on the FCC database, suggesting that it is finally approved for sale in the region.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Sep 2020 23:11
The Pixel 5 will apparently have a plastic back, despite its launch price of €629. (Image source: Dave Lee)

Updated | New Google Pixel 5 leak points to a plastic back as a headphone jack is confirmed for the Pixel 4a (5G)

The Google Pixel 5 will have a plastic back, according to YouTuber Dave Lee. The Pixel 4a (5G) will be the larger of the two models and will be the only one to feature a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Google will announce both the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) on September 30.
Update: WinFuture contradicts Dave Lee's assertion with claims of an aluminium chassis.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 23:01
The Redmi Note 8 Pro. (Source: AndroidPit)

New updates arrive for the Redmi Note 8 Pro and Mi A3

After sending out an update to the Redmi Note 8 last week, Xiaomi is now sending an update to the Redmi Note 8 Pro. This new update delivers the September patch to the Indian model of the Xiaomi best-seller, with the Android One Mi A3 also getting its September update.
Ricci Rox, 23 Sep 2020 22:50
The DeskMini X35G is MINISFORUM's latest Mini PC. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

DeskMini X35G: New Mini PC comes with an Intel Ice Lake processor, 16 GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 3 and Dual Gigabit Ethernet

The DeskMini X35G is a Mini PC with an Intel Ice Lake processor, a stylish design and a host of connectivity. MINISFORUM has not scrimped on storage either, as it has included two drive bays and a microSD card slot. The 15 W Mini PC even has a Thunderbolt 3 port.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 22:46
The Embest MaaXBoard Mini retails for US$72.50. (Image source: Embest)

MaaXBoard Mini: Raspberry Pi alternative with extensive software support and DDR4 RAM is now available

The MaaXBoard Mini is an affordable single-board computer that is about the size of a Raspberry Pi. The board also includes a 40 pin header, a 14 nm quad-core ARM chipset, Gigabit Ethernet and five USB ports. The MaaXBoard Mini sells for US$72.50.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 22:35
It seems that the Pixel 4a (5G) is the larger of the two devices here. (Image source: Google)

Leaked Google Pixel 4a (5G) details confirm that it will have a larger screen, less RAM and a smaller battery than the Pixel 5

Details about the Google Pixel 4a (5G) have leaked, confirming almost every aspect about the upcoming mid-range smartphone. A 6.2-inch and 60 Hz OLED screen is headed to the Pixel 4a (5G), as is 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and a 3,885 mAh battery.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 22:32
Image via AMD

New Linux kernel update may have tipped AMD's hand by leaking Big Navi specs

A new update to the Radeon Open Compute (ROCm) firmware details some key specs for Big Navi, codenamed Sienna Cichlid, and Navy Flounder. These include the number of Compute Units (CUs) and the memory bandwidth of the two new GPUs from AMD.
Sam Medley, 23 Sep 2020 22:10
Samsung's newest smartwatches are now on par with the Apple Watch

Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch Active 2 get ECG functionality in the United States

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 and Galaxy Watch 3 users in the United States can soon use their smartwatches to take ECG readings. The functionality will be available via an update to the Samsung Health Monitor app. The app can also be configured to send an ECG report to a physician automatically.
Anil Satyanarayana, 23 Sep 2020 21:19
The Redmi Note 9S and Redmi Note 9 Pro have received their first MIUI 12 update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Updated | Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S and Redmi Note 9 Pro receive MIUI 12 update as OS upgrade goes global for the Mi Mix 3 5G

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S and Redmi Note 9 Pro have received their first MIUI 12 update in India. The OS upgrade should precede equivalents for the global, European, Russian and Turkish branches of MIUI, which are yet to receive Xiaomi's latest OS. The Mi Mix 3 5G has received MIUI 12 globally, too.
Update: MIUI 12 is now being rolled out to more Redmi Note 9S and Redmi Note 9 Pro devices.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 21:04
A first look at NVIDIA's Ampere-based Quadro RTX card. (Image source: Moore's Law Is Dead)

Leaked NVIDIA Quadro RTX (A)6000 details confirm GA102 GPU, 48 GB GDDR6 VRAM and a new 8-pin power connector for professional Ampere card

NVIDIA's new range of RTX Quadro cards is almost here, and the RTX (A)6000 may well be at the top of the pack. The 300 W card is expected to launch on October 5 with a GA102 GPU, 48 GB of GDDR6 VRAM and a new 8-pin power connector.
Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 20:59
Elkhart Lake for IoT is official. (Source: Intel)

The now-former Elkhart Lake series are "IoT-enhanced" Intel Atom, Celeron and Pentium processors

Intel has emphasised that its latest Pentium, Celeron and Atom processors are ideal for the Internet of Things (IoT) use-cases of the near future. They are ultra-low-power CPUs that can still drive multiple 4K displays and are rated for twice the 3D graphics performance compared to their predecessors. They will start to become available in the first quarter of 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Sep 2020 19:51

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