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The ID.X Performance. (Source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen ID.X Performance presented as the enthusiast-class EV of the future

Volkswagen describes its latest concept car as "an all-electric sports limousine" with nearly double the power of the current ID.7 Pro. Its Performance-oriented prototype counterpart also boasts a lot of carbon in its exterior and...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Sep 2023 19:33

A "Galaxy A25 5G" render. (Source: OnLeaks x Giznext)

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G slated to launch with Android 14 and 2022 silicon

The Samsung Galaxy A24 5G has failed to emerge alongside its 4G/LTE counterpart in 2023 thus far. Despite that, it apparently has a successor lurking around on Geekbench already. Its model number definitely indicates membership of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Sep 2023 15:37

Future BMW EV buyers will not need to pay a subscription to enable pre-installed hardware. (Image source: BMW)

BMW axes hardware-based subscription service, shifting to software subscription services instead

BMW is canning the controversial subscription services that merely activated pre-installed hardware in its customers' vehicles, but the subscription model will stick around for other post-sales add-ons.

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Sep 2023 00:54

The Rivian R1S is once again getting some neat software features in an update. (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian R1S gets drastic automated driving and ride quality improvements with 2023.34.0 software update

Rivian's latest internal software release indicates that R1S owners will soon see improvements to driver assistance systems, handling, and phantom drain. Among feature tweaks, Rivian is also patching a number of bugs.

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Sep 2023 21:45

1More SonoFlow SE launch with QuietMax noise cancellation and up to 70 hours of battery life

1More has brought the proprietary ANC technology of its SonoFlow wireless headphones down to a new price-point with their new SE variant. Nevertheless, they are rated to retain the "cloud-like comfort" and potentially prolonged ba...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2023 21:19

1More Fit Open Earbuds S50 launch with wireless charging, a washable design and early-bird pricing

The Fit Open Earbuds S50 contain a number of signature 1More audio tech and tweaks despite their new non-in-ear design. They also offer appreciable battery life, which can be replenished via their wireless charging-enabled case. T...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2023 18:32

Amazfit has brought numerous features to the T-Rex Ultra with this month's software update. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex Ultra receives improved map functionality and other refinements with new update

Amazfit has started pushing a new update to the T-Rex Ultra, one of its most recent smartwatches. With the device's latest update, it is now possible to track more activities and receive more data about others. Amazfit has overhau...

Alex Alderson, 08 Sep 2023 13:45

More e-vehicles may become Qualcomm-powered devices. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon Digital Chassis portfolio extends to e-bike and scooter support for first time

Qualcomm has announced that the next generation of e-mobility and/or micro-mobility vehicles can now be powered by its silicon, thanks to the new Snapdragon Digital Chassis for 2-Wheelers and New Vehicle Class SoCs. They are rated...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Sep 2023 19:03

Third-party mods can now enable DLSS and Frame Generation support in Starfield. (Image Source: Steam)

Starfield offers a smoother space odyssey thanks to DLSS 3 and Frame Generation mods

Bethesda's Starfield offers AMD FSR 2 upscaling out-of-the-box, but modders PureDark and LukeFZ have been successful in getting the game to use DLSS 3 and Frame Generation for an even smoother gameplay and better-quality visuals. ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Sep 2023 15:59

The Quik desktop app will leverage the larger interface for easier editing (Image Source: GoPro)

GoPro’s Quik video and photo editing app coming to desktop soon

GoPro has announced that its Quik mobile app for video and photo editing, will soon be available as a desktop application for those with a GoPro subscription. The application will be released for Mac on November 1 and for Windows ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 07 Sep 2023 11:14

The Galaxy Watch4 series is now eligible for its first major OS update and its second significant One UI Watch version change. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung pushes One UI 5 Watch and Wear OS 4 updates to Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic

The Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic are finally eligible for One UI 5 Watch, Samsung's spin-off of Wear OS 4. Arriving as HWH3 for both devices, One UI 5 Watch introduces various changes for the Galaxy Watch4 series and is...

Alex Alderson, 07 Sep 2023 00:02

The Xiaomi 13T series will feature Leica-tuned cameras like Xiaomi's flagship smartphones. (Image source: MySmartPrice)

Xiaomi promises improved software support globally starting with Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 13T Pro

Xiaomi has now jumped the train of offering four Android OS updates and a fifth year of security patch updates. The commitment will start with the Xiaomi 13T series and will match the China-only Redmi K60 Ultra. Unfortunately, it ...

Alex Alderson, 06 Sep 2023 21:26

The Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro are eligible to receive Wear OS through One UI 5 Watch. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro support Watch Unlock before new feature's official launch

The Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro are some of the first smartwatches that support 'Watch Unlock', a long-awaited feature that Google originally debuted with Wear OS 3 as Smart Lock. While the feature is not live yet, it has already...

Alex Alderson, 06 Sep 2023 20:48

Google has given Android a fresh look before the release of Android 14. (Image source: Google)

Google presents new Android logo and new features headed to all devices

Google has unveiled updated branding for Android before the autumn release of Android 14. Android's bugdroid has also been overhauled with the aim of being as 'dynamic as Android itself'. The new styling is joined by various tweak...

Alex Alderson, 06 Sep 2023 20:23

The new welcome screen features artwork rendered with Redshift.

Maxon releases Cinebench 2024 benchmark suite with CPU and GPU tests

With the jump to the new Redshift rendering engine, the memory footprint is increased by three times and the compute workload is six times more intensive compared to the R23 release. The GPU test is back after more than 10 years a...

Bogdan Solca, 06 Sep 2023 16:59

Poco Launcher 4.0 Settings & Widget Picker (Source: Xiaomiui)

Poco-exclusive Poco Launcher 4.0 gets updated

Now only available for Poco phone users, Poco Launcher 4.0 has just received an update that brings its version number from 4.39.7.6055-04271116 to 4.39.7.6141-06021747. Unfortunately, the latest version does not bring any new feat...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2023 14:05

Redmi 12 series sells millionth unit in India

Redmi has announced that it has sold more than 1 million units of its 12 and 12 5G Android 13-powered smartphones in India since their launch about a month ago in the market. The OEM hails the achievement of its "5G Revolution" in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Sep 2023 20:59

The Epix 2 is one of Garmin's recent smartwatch series eligible for its massive September 2023 update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases September 2023 stable updates for Fenix 7, Forerunner 955, Instinct 2 and other smartwatches

Garmin has started rolling out one of its biggest updates this year. Available across the Enduro 2, Fenix 7, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 965 and Venu 2, the update brings several new features, such as new Activity Profiles, Muscle ...

Alex Alderson, 05 Sep 2023 20:19

Infinix Zero 30 5G launches to revitalize smartphone vlogging with 4K 50MP selfie camera

Infinix pitches its latest Zero-series device as the ideal Android smartphone for those most interested in front-facing camera footage, thanks to an unusually high-res selfie camera. It is touted as capable of "flagship"-grade 4K ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Sep 2023 16:46

The Armor 23 Ultra is on the way. (Source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 23 Ultra: Pricing and availability revealed for upcoming rugged flagship satellite messaging smartphone

Ulefone has now set more details on its upcoming Armor 23 Ultra out on the IFA 2023 show floor. It is touted as its OEM's first-gen satellite messaging-capable Android device - however, it is now also slated to pack three 50MP cam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Sep 2023 15:34

HTC Vive XR Elite Big Bundle Deal lands touted as a limited-time VR gaming starter kit

HTC Vive's XR Elite is a flagship virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) headset that goes for well over US$1,000. However, the OEM has decided to sweeten that deal for a limited time with its new PC VR Bundle offers. It purports to he...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2023 18:53

IFA 2023 | AGM Mobile Pad P1 launches as brand-first waterproof Android 13 tablet with optional 4G/LTE

AGM has come to IFA 2023 to reveal that it has broken out of its normal rugged, feature-rich smartphone mold into tablets for the first time. The Pad P1 still has IP68 and IP69K ratings for potentially advanced water-resistance, a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2023 09:00

OnePlus previews the latest OOS feature. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus sets date for OxygenOS 14 reveal

OxygenOS 14 (or OOS 14) will become the latest software for OnePlus mobile devices soon. The OEM has announced that it will pack a new Trinity Engine system performance suite as well as one of the first official upgrades to Androi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2023 21:27

The Galaxy Watch5 Pro is now eligible for its first major OS update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung brings numerous changes to Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro with One UI 5 Watch and Wear OS 4 updates

Samsung is now distributing One UI 5 Watch to the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro. Rolling out with build numbers ending in BWH3, the update brings Wear OS 4 to the Galaxy Watch5 series with various performance improvements an...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2023 20:27

Baseus breaks into EV charging. (Source: Baseus)

Baseus unveils inaugural EV charger during IFA 2023 preview event

Baseus might be best known for its Blade power banks - however, it has now announced that it now even supports electric vehicles (EVs) thanks to the latest upgrades in its accessory portfolio. The Nebula Series Green GaN EV Charge...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2023 18:51

Tecno Phantom Ultimate unveiled as new concept Double-sided Rollable Screen smartphone

Tecno seeks to demonstrate that rollable smartphones are now closer to becoming a thing with the new Phantom Ultimate. The new prototype is capable of expanding its ~6.5-inch display into one of over 7 inches in diagonal length wi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2023 16:15

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro earbuds (Source: Samsung)

Samsung updates the Galaxy Buds2 Pro and its smart TVs with improved audio capabilities

Thanks to the latest firmware update, the extended LE Audio capabilities now available deliver improved audio recording on smartphones, as well as "rich and complex audio transmission" via Bluetooth to Auracast broadcast technolog...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Aug 2023 20:01

Samsung Food launches in 104 countries (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Food brings AI into the kitchen

Introduced as "a personalized, AI-powered food and recipe platform," Samsung Food has just landed in no less than 104 countries. It works with any smartphone platform and all Bespoke Family Hub refrigerators (WiFi plus a Samsung a...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Aug 2023 16:41

Nothing OS 2.0.2a brings countless changes to the Phone (2), despite being an interim update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Nothing Phone (2) receives dozens of improvements and bug fixes with latest update

Nothing OS 2.0.2a is now available to freely download on the Nothing Phone (2). According to Nothing's changelog, it has included dozens of changes from Nothing OS 2.0.2, even though it is less than a 60 MB file size.

Alex Alderson, 30 Aug 2023 16:05

Huawei Mate 60: Pre-orders open for new vanilla flagship HarmonyOS 4.0 smartphone

Huawei has now added a vanilla model to its new Mate 60 series of flagship smartphones in China. It boasts the same XMAGE rear cameras, two-way satellite messaging support and new metal-chassis design as its Pro sibling, albeit wi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2023 14:59

The Phone (1) is now eligible for Nothing OS 2.0, which the company bases on Android 13. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1) now eligible for Nothing OS 2.0 update with various changes and UI improvements

Nothing has finalised Nothing OS 2.0 for the Phone (1), its first-generation smartphone. While Nothing OS 2.0 remains an Android 13-derived OS, Nothing has packed the update full of changes from Nothing OS 1.x builds.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2023 22:22

The Mate 60 Pro is here. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei Mate 60 Pro makes low-key debut in China

Huawei has foregone hype in favor of stealth in opening pre-orders for the Mate 60 Pro in China. The new flagship smartphone packs surprises besides its sudden appearance, the resurrection of the metal unibody chassis and a novel ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2023 14:33

Garmin hopes to soon release a new stable update for the Forerunner 965 and its siblings. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pushes new Release Candidate builds with bug fixes for Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965

Garmin has released Beta Version 16.17 for the Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965, all with the same changes. Beta Version 16.17 is also a Release Candidate build, meaning that Garmin is working towa...

Alex Alderson, 28 Aug 2023 16:40

Realme Buds Air 5 launch with Pro-grade ANC at reduced price

Realme has now made the vanilla iteration of its latest Buds Air series official. The TWS earbuds have their Pro siblings' "industry-leading" active noise cancellation as a marquee feature. They also boast large drivers for "Dynam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Aug 2023 16:04

FSR 3 will be available on all GPUs from the Radeon RX 590 and GeForce GTX 10 series. (Image Source: AMD)

Frank Azor: Bethesda has our full support to integrate DLSS in Starfield, HYPR-RX with Fluid Motion Frames to launch in Q1 24 and is RDNA 3 dGPU and iGPU exclusive

AMD's Frank Azor confirmed that they are not holding back Bethesda from including support for DLSS in Starfield if they wish to. While all GPUs from the Radeon RX 590 and GeForce RTX 10 Series onwards can leverage AMD's upcoming F...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 28 Aug 2023 15:53

Realme GT5 launches as 24GB/1TB smartphone for well under US$600

The Realme GT5 is now official as the cheapest 24GB RAM/240W fast-charging smartphone on the Chinese market. The new flagship's top-end SKU also boasts an Android 13-based UI and "9-layer" cooling with a large vapor chamber for it...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Aug 2023 14:36

Realme GT5 appears on Geekbench with 24GB of RAM

The GT5 is touted as Realme's return to the upper echelons of the performance smartphone arena in 2023. Now, it seems it might indeed have a good chance of competing with its top-end specs, which include the new definition of maxe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Aug 2023 21:03

The UltraGear GR93Q-B series. (Source: LG)

Deal | LG releases latest UltraGear monitors with limited-time introductory discounts

LG US has just augmented its UltraGear series of gaming monitors with new variants, two of which have 27-inch screens and one of which is 32 inches. Of those, the 27GR83Q-B has a 240Hz refresh rate, whereas the 27GR93Q-B and 32GR8...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Aug 2023 14:57

AGM M8 Flip launches as new rugged clamshell phone with extra-loud speaker

AGM has unveiled its latest mobile phone as the M8 Flip, a device that, unlike most of the OEM's devices with its 'threefold' rugged attributes, is capable of folding along a hinge. It has the edge on the average traditional clams...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2023 18:55

Garmin continues to gradually push new features to the Venu 2 series. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pushes new battery life preservation feature to Venu 2, Venu 2 Plus and Venu 2S via latest beta update

Garmin has started rolling out Beta Version 15.12 for the Venu 2 and Venu 2S, as well as the Venu 2 Plus. Beta Version 15.12 introduces several bug fixes to all smartwatches, plus a new battery life preservation feature.

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2023 11:25

Nikon's flagship Z9 and its smaller sibling, the Z8 (Image Source: Nikon – edited)

Nikon Z8 and Z9 firmware updates released

Nikon has just released firmware updates for the Z8 and Z9, its two premium full-frame mirrorless cameras. While the Z9 has received minor bug fixes, the Z8 has received a number of changes addressing users' issues with overheatin...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 25 Aug 2023 00:06

The Garmin Venu 3 will have a round display with thinner bezels than earlier models. (Image source: Gadgets & Wearables)

Garmin Venu 3: Leak reveals new smartwatch with skin temperature sensor and sleep coach support

Garmin is currently preparing to launch the Venu 3, a new smartwatch that appears set to arrive later this year. Based on new findings, the Garmin Venu 3 will feature a skin temperature sensor, which should be useful for menstrual...

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2023 21:30

The Xiaomi 13 has already started receiving stable Android 14 builds in China. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Stable Android 14 rollout begins for Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro based on MIUI 14

Xiaomi has started rolling out stable Android 14-based updates to the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro. Available first in China, the updates stretch to over 6 GB and can be downloaded now.

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2023 21:26

Volkswagen ID.7: European orders declared open for new all-electric sedan

Volkswagen has announced that the release of the ID.7 has begun in Europe, in the form of its Pro configuration to start off with. The variant is rated for up to ~386 miles of (WLTP) range and comes with an augmented reality (AR) ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Aug 2023 19:22

Sony's latest Xperia 1 V update brings a few important features to its sole 2023 flagship. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Sony Xperia 1 V gains display and Bluetooth improvements with new update

Sony has released a new firmware update for the Xperia 1 V, its first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship. Rolling out first in China as 67.0.F.1.197, the update introduces display refresh customisation options, improved Bluetooth connect...

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2023 14:10

The Kishi V2 Pro Xbox Edition. (Source: Razer)

Razer Kishi V2 Pro launches with Xbox Edition and Hypersense Haptics

The Kishi V2 Pro has debuted as Razer's latest snap-on controller for smartphones. It is touted to make mobile gaming "hardcore" with "precision" triggers, microswitches and re-mappable buttons, enhanced with the in-house haptics ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Aug 2023 19:08

The Forerunner 965 arrived earlier this year with a more modern design compared to the Forerunner 955. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings 23 improvements to Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 via new Beta Version 16.16 updates

The Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 have received new bug fixes and changes courtesy of their latest beta updates. Garmin has brought Beta Version 16.16 to the pair, which is available to download now using the company's GCM ser...

Alex Alderson, 23 Aug 2023 15:28

Garmin has brought over a dozen changes to the Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 265 with their latest beta updates. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Foreunner 255 and Forerunner 965 receive an abundance of changes with new updates

Beta Version 16.16 is now available for the Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 265, two smartwatches that have not received beta updates for a few weeks. According to Garmin, both models have received an identical set of changes, which...

Alex Alderson, 23 Aug 2023 15:24

The Redmi K60 Ultra will soon be available globally as the Xiaomi 13T Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K60 Ultra: Xiaomi confirms Android OS updates up to Android 17 for Chinese version of Xiaomi 13T Pro

Xiaomi has decided to use the Redmi K60 Ultra as its first smartphone that will be eligible for 4 Android OS updates. According to Xiaomi, not only will the Redmi K60 Ultra finish on Android 17, but it will continue to receive reg...

Alex Alderson, 23 Aug 2023 15:19

Rumor | iQOO Z8 will launch as fastest Dimensity 8200-powered smartphone soon

AnTuTu Benchmark is abuzz with talk of a new device with the highest scores for the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor to date. The smartphone is thought to debut as a new model from Vivo's brand iQOO, which might challenge the Red...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Aug 2023 19:48