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The Realme GT5 Pro has been launched in China with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 6.8-inch 1.5k 144 Hz display, 5,400 mAh battery and three rear cameras.

Bethesda has announced the Skyrim Creations community content marketplace. The content store ships in an update to the Skyrim Special Edition and Skyrim Anniversary Edition, and includes freely-available items from the old Mods and Creation Club platform. Creators wanting to sell items on the new shopfront will need to be verified.

Acer claims to be introducing a particularly sustainable notebook to the market in the form of the Acer Aspire Vero 16 (AV16-51P), which not only makes use of recycled materials, but also particularly energy-efficient Intel Core Ultra processors.

AMD has unveiled nine new APUs as a part of its Ryzen 8000 series of laptop chips. They're classified into HS and U categories, each with varying TDP ranges. Laptops powered by the said processors will launch in Q1 2024.

The 38WR85QC-W may sit under LG's UltraWide branding. However, the WQHD+ monitor also has enough capabilities to double as a gaming monitor thanks to its fast response times, high refresh rate panel and integration of popular technologies to minimise image tearing.

Huawei has released a new special edition of its latest Watch GT-series smartwatch - and a particularly seasonable one at that. It is available in both of the wearable's size variants, each with its own exclusive band color. The GT 4 Christmas Edition also comes with a second alternative strap and free TWS earbuds in some markets.

The ROCK S0 is another new Radxa single-board computer (SBC). Available for under US$15, the Radxa ROCK S0 utilises the Rockchip RK3308BS, a 64-bit chipset that Radxa complements with DDR3 RAM and eMMC flash storage.

Xiaomi has introduced a 5G version of the Redmi 13C, an entry-level smartphone that it launched last month. The change to a 5G modem brings improved performance with it too, but with a few camera-related downgrades.

Huawei has shown off yet another Kirin SoC with the Huawei Qingyun L540. This time, it is called the Kirin 9006C, which seems to be little more than a rebadged Kirin 9000E.

The ScanWatch Nova is Withings' attempt to bridge the gap between a high-quality diver's watch and a smartwatch. The Nova combines a water-resistant stainless steel housing with a mechanical dial, a small display and smart features.

Galax has managed to fit the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti with 16 GB GDDR6 into a housing that is just 2 centimeters thin, making the graphics card perfect for particularly compact gaming computers.

Target has announced that it has partnered with UGREEN to bring the latter's products to its shelves. Accordingly, shoppers will be able to grab a selection of the accessory brand's MacBook-compatible gadgets from either the the popular chain's shelves or website. Some have high-speed charging, while others support external monitors or simply help the user to work with their ultrabook in comfort for longer.

The S1 from Flsun is a new 3D printer that is advertised as being particularly fast. It has an unusual shape and, thanks to its closed design, is intended to be less harmful to the user's health, even when set up in a room not specifically designed for this purpose.

IBM recently presented two new quantum processors (QPUs) at the Quantum Summit 2023: the Condor QPU with 1121 qubits and the smaller Heron QPU with 133 qubits. IBM also unveiled the modular System Two quantum supercomputer.

AOOSTAR has presented the GOD57, a mini-PC available from US$299. Shipping later this month, the AOOSTAR GOD57 comes in two colour options, both with what the company describes as a cyberpunk-inspired design.

OtterBox touts its new Lumen series as the most novel and innovative cases on the market, with a "trusted" protective design finished with aerial shots of "iconic destination" cities such as New York. Accordingly, the brand hints that they may be the perfect unique holiday gift for iPhone 15-series users who also love travel (or the idea of travel, at least). The Lumen Series Passport cases are also MagSafe-compatible and have optional matching AirTag covers.

Xiaomi released the Redmi Buds 5 Pro late last month. And during the official debut, Xiaomi teased a fancier-looking edition that would soon be coming out for gamers. Well, the Redmi Buds 5 Pro eSports edition is here, and it’s currently on sale in China for CNY499 (around US$70).

FOSSIBOT has introduced its DT1 Lite as a device with a 1200x2000 display that starts at just over US$135. The IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H-rated tablet runs Android 13 and has a 10,000mAh+ batter with a handy power bank function; then again, its RAM, internal storage and rear camera specs help to explain its bargain price.

French startup Biomemory has introduced a new kind of memory card designed to securely store data for at least 150 years. According to the company, the Biomemory card encodes this data as DNA that it replicates thousands of times to prevent information from being irretrievable.

The Huawei Enjoy 70 features a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD, a Kirin 710A chipset, 8 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of expandable storage, along with a 6,000 mAh battery. It comes in at an affordable price point, with the only major tradeoffs being the lack of support for 5G and NFC.

The OnePlus 12 has been launched in China. It features a 6.8-inch 120 Hz LTPO OLED panel, three rear cameras (50 MP + 48 MP + 64 MP), and up to 24 GB of RAM. Its global launch is expected to happen sometime in January 2024.

EarFun touts its new Free Pro 3s as "dual certified" TWS earbuds, in that they officially support both Hi-Res Audio and Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon Sound suite of audio features, aptX Adaptive included. They are also rated for a decent level of ANC, even though their noise-cancelling tech is of the hybrid variety. The Pro 3s' case is also backed to deliver "generous" battery life and also supports wireless charging.

The Topton X6C is a new compact mini-PC based around Intel Raptor Lake-U processors. Available for under US$400, the Topton X6C can be configured with up to 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD and has half a dozen 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports, among other features.

The ASUS ROG Swift Pro PG248QP is now available in multiple markets following an extended gestation. First unveiled in May 2022, the ROG Swift Pro PG248QP retails for US$899.99 in the US and showcases NVIDIA G-SYNC Ultra Low Motion Blur 2 technology. Surprisingly, the new 540 Hz gaming monitor has officially dropped by 22% in Europe.

Waveshare is now selling a development board that could be deployed as a smart home terminal thanks to its comparatively large touchscreen display. The Espressif Systems ESP32-S3-based board also has various connections and can be powered via a lithium battery too instead of a USB Type-C port.

AOC U27N3RB has officially launched in the Chinese market. With a price tag of CNY1999 (US$282), this 27-inch monitor has a lot to offer. Its main highlights include a 4K IPS panel, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, 100% sRGB and 91% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and a multi-functional USB interface.

Wild Bastards will follow up the cult success of Void Bastards, featuring the same unique graphics and RTS gameplay elements as the original. The new game will launch in early 2024, and players will travel throughout the galaxy, gun slinging and developing their skills with 13 playable characters.

Xiaomi has refreshed the Redmi Book 14, a 14-inch laptop that mysteriously resembles an Apple MacBook Pro 14 in official shots. Arriving six months after its predecessor, the Redmi Book 14 2024 combines a 2.8K and 120 Hz display with a 56 Wh battery and a modern Intel processor, among other features.

With the Y100i, Vivo presents a mid-range smartphone that boasts 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of memory despite its relatively low price. With a modern MediaTek chip and a 5,000 mAh battery, the device offers interesting features, but Vivo also makes compromises in favor of the price.

Google may have given up on developing its own smart glasses, but Meizu is now showing an alternative with the MYVU Discovery AR Smart Glasses based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1, which can also be controlled via a smart ring.

AGM Mobile claims to solve one of the rugged Android smartphone industry's most pressing problems by making its new H6 up to 27.27% lighter and up to 35.78% slimmer than the average IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H-rated mobile device. Its display is also backed to feel just as weightless with a 90Hz refresh rate, while its main rear camera has an on-trend 50MP resolution.

Texas Instruments (TI) has launched a new lineup of gallium nitride (GaN) products. This low-power GaN series will help engineers develop super compact AC/DC charging systems with an efficiency rating of 95% plus.

D-day for the Tesla Cybertruck is upon us, and along with the start of deliveries, Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, has dashed rumours of a ~270-mile electric pickup. Tesla's order page confirms that it will start production with two AWD trims, with the RWD variant coming in 2025. The Cybertruck order page also confirms the existence of a Range Extender, which claims to add an extra 120 miles (193 km) of range.

Realme has scheduled a full, formal debut for its next flagship Android smartphone for after that of the OnePlus 12 in China. However, some of that event's key information has allegedly leaked out already, its price included. In the meantime, the OEM is teasing some of the GT5 Pro's main upgrades, most of which are found in its ultra-fast display.

The Gaming CU34G2XP/BK is AOC's more expensive alternative to the CU34G2XE/BK. Not only does the AOC Gaming CU34G2XP/BK boast 400 nits peak brightness, but it also delivers 1 ms GtG response times, a 1440p resolution, a 180 Hz refresh rate and numerous ports for connecting devices and peripherals.

The Gaming CU34G2XE/BK is one of AOC's latest gaming monitors. Based around a 34-inch VA panel, the AOC Gaming CU34G2XE/BK delivers a 1440p and 144 Hz gaming experience with 1 ms MPRT response times.

OnePlus has just confirmed second-gen Rain Touch Control and Tiangong cooling technology for its upcoming flagship Android smartphone. The 12 has allegedly shown these new AnTuTu Benchmark-destroying enhancements off already in another new leak; then again, this one might also reveal that its new and allegedly class-leading display may be less than 100% perfect.

The Renault 5 E-Tech is slated to launch in 2024, and it takes inspiration from the spirit of the first Renault 5 from back in 1972. The adorable little electric hatchback measures just 3.92 metres and will have a 52 kWh battery pack, delivering 400 km (249 miles) of range on the WLTP cycle.

Meizu now asserts that its latest flagship Android smartphone has more to offer besides its well-hyped ultra-slim-bezel Samsung OLED display. They include a "custom" 200MP main rear camera, dual linear speakers and an updated OS with an AI assistant. The Meizu 21 starts at less than US$500 with the new top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.

Initially teased in 2021, the Radxa Rock 3B SBC has finally made its official debut. It comes with what Radxa calls the “PI-CO ITX” form factor, which is a bit larger than the standard Pico-ITX size. The board also has an affordable price tag, featuring a starting price of just US$45.

The FriendlyELEC CM3588 is a new NAS kit that offers numerous expansion options. Based around the Rockchip RK3588, the FriendlyELEC CM3588 is available with up to 16 GB of RAM and numerous storage options, among other features.

The Redmi Buds 5 Pro is Xiaomi's latest pair of TWS earbuds. Already available in China, the Redmi Buds 5 Pro contain various upgrades over the Redmi Buds 4 Pro, including longer battery life, better ANC and LHDC 5.0 support for higher-quality Bluetooth audio transmission.

The Ghost Edition of the Freewrite Traveler has a retro look, as the device has a transparent plastic case and even the keycaps are transparent. The E ink display aims to offer a smooth typing experience.

The Samsung internet web browser, already known from Galaxy smartphones, is now available for Windows 10 and Windows 11. Samsung advertises the "best" web browsing experience and user privacy protection; the user interface is based on One UI.

Hyundai's Uni Wheel is still round, but it moves the CV joints and drivetrain components into the wheel itself to free up space in the rest of the chassis for batteries, passengers, and cargo. The Uni Wheel also claims more efficient power delivery, and it could allow EV makers to design more compact cars, instead of the tall, crossover-style designs that have become so common lately.

Xiaomi has presented its latest 'flagship killers' following last month's launches of the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro. Arriving in their wake are the Redmi K70 and Redmi K70 Pro, two cheaper handsets that contain various flagship hardware, including Snapdragon 8 series chipsets.

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi K70E, the cheapest model in the Redmi K70 series. Available from CNY 1,999 (~US$282) in China, the Xiaomi Redmi K70E houses various impressive components, including a display that delivers 1,800 nits peak brightness.

Acer has launched the Predator XB283K V3, a 28-inch gaming monitor with an Innolux AAS panel. Available already for US$439.99, the Acer Predator XB283K V3 outputs at 4K with a 150 Hz refresh rate and high colour accuracy.

Acer has started selling the Predator XB273U V3, a 27-inch IPS monitor that combines a 1440p resolution with a 180 Hz refresh rate. The Acer Predator XB273U V3 is available for US$249.99 and provides 400 nits peak brightness, among other features.

Xiaomi has presented the Redmi Book 16 2024, a 16-inch laptop that debuts a day after the Huawei MateBook D 16 2024. Available with just an Intel Core i5-13500H processor, the Redmi Book 16 2024 also has a 120 Hz display and a 72 Wh battery that supports 100 W fast charging.