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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

OneOdio OpenRock S launch with 16.2mm dynamic drivers and Open Air Conduction Technology

OneOdio has made an addition to the growing list of alternatives to in-ear wireless audio with the new OpenRock S buds. The "open ear sports earphones" are backed to direct sound without leakage thanks to Open Air Conduction Techn...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Aug 2023 19:20

The First Descendant on the Odyssey Neo G7 (Source: Samsung)

The First Descendant unveiled as first HDR10+ Gaming title

Developed by NEXON and set to arrive at Gamescom 2023, The First Descendant will launch as the world's first title to comply with the HDR10+ Gaming visual standard. The open beta test of the aforementioned game is scheduled to kic...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Aug 2023 17:16

The Fenix 7S is one of several Garmin smartwatches eligible for Beta Version 14.31. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2, Quatix 7, Fenix 7 and Fenix 7S series smartwatches receive bug fixes with new update

Garmin has released Beta Version 14.31 for various smartwatches, including the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7S series. Available to download now, Beta Version 14.31 introduces a few bug fixes for the pair, as well as Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2...

Alex Alderson, 22 Aug 2023 15:53

A Control Anywhere feature is being rolled out to the IKEA Home Smart app. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA Home Smart App receives new Control Anywhere feature in update

IKEA is rolling out a Control Anywhere feature to its Home Smart app. Update 1.16.3 has provided some users in the UK with the new tool, with IKEA rolling out the feature in phases. Control Anywhere will allow you to operate produ...

Polly Allcock, 22 Aug 2023 11:36

Google has decided to tweak its camera UI in time for the release of the Pixel 8 series. (Image source: Daniel Romero - edited)

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to launch with new Google Camera app

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are edging towards release, with Google expected to unveil the pair this autumn alongside the Pixel Watch 2. In the meantime, a renowned leaker has shared screenshots of an overhauled Google Camera app ...

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2023 19:37

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide RPG skill tree preview (Source: Fatshark)

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide to feature an RPG-based skill tree

Often criticized by players for its class system, which is a downgrade from the one in Warhammer: Vermintide 2, Warhmmer 40,000: Darktide will get a massive improvement in October. The upcoming refresh will bring RPG-style skill t...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Aug 2023 16:39

1MORE announces a new sale. (Source: 1MORE)

Deal | 1MORE wireless headphones and earbuds drop to under US$100 each with new sale codes

1MORE's flagship TWS accessories have fallen to a sub-US$100 price during the OEM's latest online sales event. The EVO earbuds are joined by the SonoFlow ANC headphones in this sale, and by the colorful ComfoBuds Mini. Most items ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2023 21:41

Elon Musk has some radical new changes in store for Twitter/X (image via BoliviaInteligente on Unsplash)

Elon Musk proposes radical changes for Twitter/X's block feature

Elon Musk, the former CEO of X/Twitter, said he wants to change how the block function works on the platform by restricting it to direct messages. A proposed solution is a stronger version of the mute function that disallows users...

Anil Ganti, 19 Aug 2023 19:00

The Fenix 7S is one of the devices eligible for Beta Version 14.30. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Beta Version 14.30 arrives for Fenix 7, Fenix 7S, Enduro 2, Epix 2, Quatix 7 and Marq 2 smartwatches with nearly two dozen changes

Garmin has started rolling out a new beta update for Fenix 7, Fenix 7S and Fenix 7X smartwatches. Also available for the Enduro 2, Epix 2, Quatix 7 and Marq 2 series, Beta Version 14.30 introduces over 20 changes with a focus on a...

Alex Alderson, 17 Aug 2023 16:57

Huawei MatePad 11.5 debuts in Europe with launch-day offers

Huawei has introduced a new mid-range tablet to the German market today (August 17, 2023). The new MatePad 11.5 has a 120Hz display, up to 8GB of RAM and keyboard support for "PC-like" productivity. It will start at just under €30...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Aug 2023 11:00

A new TicWatch 5 Pro teaser. (Source: Mobvoi)

Update | Mobvoi TicWatch 5 Pro: New colorway announcement marked with AI-powered giveaway

Mobvoi has announced that its latest flagship smartwatch will be available in a color besides black soon. In the meantime, the OEM is offering the opportunity to win the ~US$300 wearable in its new shade. The odds of doing so are ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Aug 2023 22:52

MIUI 15 screenshots shown by Xiaomi (Source: Xiaomiui)

MIUI 15 screenshots shown by Xiaomi during Redmi K60 Ultra & MIX Fold 3 launch event

During the event that included the launch of the MIX Fold 3 and Redmi K60 Ultra, Xiaomi unveiled that the latter will be the first piece of hardware to receive the MIUI 15 update. With most details remaining in the shadows, Xiaomi...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Aug 2023 19:10

One UI 5.1.1 will land on older devices later this month. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung to deliver One UI 5.1.1 to over a dozen Galaxy Z and Galaxy Tab devices

Samsung has now announced which devices are eligible for One UI 5.1.1, its last feature update before it releases One UI 6 later this year. With over a dozen devices eligible for One UI 5.1.1, Samsung has also described some of th...

Alex Alderson, 16 Aug 2023 17:23

An AI-ready AMD stack server. (Source: AMD)

Over 66% of IT heads see AI as an advantage, but only ~50% are ready to adopt it

According to new AMD-commissioned research, nearly 80% of the 2,000+ "IT leaders" surveyed believed that AI will boost their productivity, while 70% of them believe that it will result in an improved work-life balance. Despite thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Aug 2023 23:10

A new Android 14 setting? (Source: Mishaal Rahman via X)

Android 14 to start killing full-screen push notifications from late 2023

Most current stable forms of Android allow apps to spawn full-screen notifications with impunity. However, the next version of the OS has been spotted with a new setting that allows a user to deactivate the "intent" behind them. I...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Aug 2023 19:16

Google Translate in Gmail for Android (Source: Google Workspace Updates)

Google Translate finally rolling out to Gmail mobile

Although translation support in Gmail has been introduced to desktop users quite a few years ago, the mobile Gmail apps are only receiving this feature now. To translate all text on the mobile Gmail, the user can simply enable aut...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Aug 2023 17:25

A MacBook Pro with a screen replacement. (Source: Hugh Jeffreys via YouTube)

MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Pro) is found to have an anti-repair design

Apple's reputation for software-locked hardware components has reportedly spread to the MacBook Pro. A device-restoration vlogger claims that swapping these parts between 2 identical units of the same 14-inch SKU results in specif...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Aug 2023 20:50

Some alleged Elite 10 live shots. (Source: MySmartPrice)

Jabra next-gen TWS earbud specs and colorways leak into the wild

Jabra is now tipped to update its Elite series of TWS earbuds with new flagship and Active variants. They have reportedly leaked as the 10 and 8 Active respectively, and may launch as Made for iPhone- (MFi) and Hey Google-certifie...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Aug 2023 19:54

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 RAM and software spoilers emerge in new leak

The Mix Fold 3 is scheduled to become Xiaomi's most powerful foldable smartphone in just a few days from now (August 12, 2023). However, it has reportedly found its way onto Geekbench ahead of this event, revealing some secrets th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Aug 2023 18:50

Garmin has pulled Beta Version 14.28 after it broke Bluetooth and wireless connectivity for some smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pulls Beta Version 14.28 for Fenix 7, Fenix 7S and Fenix 7X smartwatches after it breaks Bluetooth and wireless connectivity

Garmin has announced that it has removed the latest beta build for the Fenix 7 series, which it started rolling out yesterday. Apparently, Beta Version 14.28 breaks Bluetooth and wireless connectivity for some smartwatches, with u...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2023 20:58

The ESCALADE IQ's high-end cockpit. (Source: Qualcomm)

Cadillac ESCALADE IQ: Powered by Qualcomm with cutting-edge Snapdragon Digital Chassis technology

The ESCALADE IQ is the latest all-electric SUV from Cadillac, and is touted to be one of the most premium vehicles of its class on its 2024 release. Qualcomm has announced that it has equipped the ~US$130,000 car with smarts to ma...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Aug 2023 17:24

It seems that Samsung is unsure about releasing One UI 6 Beta for the Galaxy S23 series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung releases and pulls One UI 6 Beta again for Galaxy S23 smartphones

Samsung has once again published and removed One UI 6 Beta. This time, its US department briefly listed the Android 14 Beta-based build before swiftly removing it again.

Alex Alderson, 10 Aug 2023 17:46

Samsung has pushed minor changes to the Galaxy S23 series with its new round of updates. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung brings August 2023 update to Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra

Samsung has released a new update package to the Galaxy S23 series, shortly before it delivers One UI 5.1.1 and its first One UI 6 Beta. While this month's update is said to only bring new security patches, it is still roughly a 1...

Alex Alderson, 09 Aug 2023 20:40

MIUI 15 23.7.14 Alpha teaser (Source: MIUI)

MIUI 15 spotted on Xiaomi's website, but its launch date remains months away

Earlier today, references to MIUI 15 were found in the HTML code of MIUI.com. Unfortunately, the ROM remains in the alpha testing stage for now and is expected to launch in December. This apparently minor detail shows that Xiaomi ...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Aug 2023 19:45

Asus Zenfone 9 and 10 bootloader unlock tool access revoked, perhaps permanently

Asus stands out among Android OEMs by making it relatively easy for Zenfone-series owners to gain root access on their devices via a first-party app. However, some of these users now claim that this tool no longer works, particula...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Aug 2023 18:35

ASUS continues to refine the experience of using the ROG Ally in games and in desktop mode. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ASUS ROG Ally gains new features and bug fixes with August round of updates

ASUS is now offering two significant updates for the ROG Ally. Following on from last month's release of BIOS 323, ACSE v1.3.6 and MCU 311 make numerous improvements to ASUS' first gaming handheld, including a dead zone bug fix in...

Alex Alderson, 09 Aug 2023 16:39

All of Google's recent Pixel devices have received varying updates this month. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel smartphones, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet and Pixel Watch receive bug fixes with new August updates

Google has published new updates for all its recent Pixel devices, Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet included. While Pixel smartphones and the Pixel Watch have received bug fixes through new security patch updates, the Pixel Fold and Pi...

Alex Alderson, 09 Aug 2023 16:36

Samsung Galaxy A05 and its potential for budget-class specs pop up in new leak

Rumors of a direct Samsung Galaxy A04 successor may have just been augmented by a new addition to the Geekbench 6 database. The alleged 4G/LTE-only handset may be destined for next year's Android smartphone market, yet still has s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Aug 2023 19:38

Huawei introduced the Watch 4 series in early May. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch 4 Pro receives various improvements and features with new HarmonyOS 3 update

Huawei has delivered a major update for the Watch 4 Pro, one of the company's latest smartwatches. Rolling out in China as the HarmonyOS 3.1.0.168, the update is said to add several new features to the Watch 4 Pro, as well as powe...

Alex Alderson, 08 Aug 2023 19:37

Garmin continues to make minor adjustments to the Instinct 2 series with new beta builds. (Image source: Garmin)

Beta Version 13.18 lands for Garmin Instinct 2 and Crossover smartwatches with bug fixes and refinements

Garmin has rolled out Beta Version 13.18 for Instinct 2 series and Crossover smartwatches. Available to download now manually, the update contains bug fixes for all eligible smartwatches, as well as more improvements for its new G...

Alex Alderson, 08 Aug 2023 18:21

The Galaxy S23 Ultra running One UI 6. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Germany leaks One UI 6 Beta for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra based on Android 14

It seems that Samsung is preparing to open public testing for One UI 6, its Android 14-based update. While Samsung Germany has since deleted its press release, it confirmed that One UI 6 Beta 1 will be available soon across multip...

Alex Alderson, 07 Aug 2023 20:02

Beta Version 14.27 features various changes from last week's build. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin introduces 20 bug fixes and changes to Fenix 7, Fenix 7S and Fenix 7X smartwatches with new update

Garmin has brought even more bug fixes and improvements to the Fenix 7, Fenix 7S and Fenix 7X series, among other smartwatches. Beta Version 14.27 contains 20 changes from Beta Version 14.26, including 15 bug fixes.

Alex Alderson, 07 Aug 2023 16:44

HarmonyOS' new Live Window feature. (Source: Huawei)

HarmonyOS 4.0 debuts Live Window feature on Huawei devices

HarmonyOS 4.0 contains a number of new features oddly reminiscent of the newer versions of iOS, Live Windows included. It is a new animated pill for the top or top corner of a given device's screen, which can expand as it tracks f...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Aug 2023 19:32

RISC-V tapped to bolster EU semiconductor concerns with new accelerator project

The instruction set architecture (ISA) RISC-V is increasingly seen as a chip-designing goldmine, mostly thanks to its open-source nature. However, it still needs commercial support to drive its adoption, according to big industry ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Aug 2023 18:02

Nothing announces a new software update. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing OS 2.0.2 promises better smartphone photography, more reliable mobile data and newer security patch

The Nothing Phone (2) has been issued with a software upgrade that might fix some bugs users may have noticed while using their new flagship Android smartphone up until now. Nothing OS 2.0.2 is also rated to streamline or improve ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2023 18:19

Garmin has brought more changes to the Forerunner 965 than the Forerunner 265 with their Beta Version 16.12 updates. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 receive an abundance of bug fixes and new features with latest updates

Garmin has released new beta updates for the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965. Rolling out as Beta Version 16.12, the updates bring numerous bug fixes and changes to both smartwatches, with more headed to the Forerunner 965 than ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2023 23:23

The Venu 2 and Venu 2S have received minor fixes and improvements with Beta Version 15.08. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Venu 2 and Venu 2S receive Beta Version 15.08 update with new bug fixes

The Venu 2 and Venu 2S have received bug fixes via a new beta update. Available as Beta Version 15.08, the update makes a few changes to both smartwatches as Garmin works towards offering a new stable build.

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2023 13:57

Update | Insta360 hype for upcoming waterproof product coincides with new ONE RS sale

The Insta360 ONE RS is a high-end modular action camera that has received an uncharacteristic bunch of discounts through some of its major retail channels. Meanwhile, its maker has released teasers for a new way to capture "underw...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2023 16:02

The RT7 has a Titan-sized battery. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel RT7 Titan 5G becomes inaugural 32,000mAh battery rugged tablet with Android 13

Not only is the new Oukitel RT7 Titan touted as the "first rugged tablet with 5G", it also debuts a new battery large enough to sustain an estimated 2,720-hour standby time. The slate is also equipped with "up to 24GB" of RAM, tri...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Aug 2023 17:57

Beta Version 14.26 makes nearly two-dozen changes from Beta Version 14.24. (Image source: Garmin)

New update brings new features and fixes to Garmin Fenix 7, Fenix 7S, Fenix 7X and other smartwatches

Garmin has rolled out Beta Version 14.26 to various smartwatches, including the Fenix 7, Fenix 7s and Fenix 7X. The new beta build features 19 changes from Beta Version 14.24, including the return of disabling touch inputs within ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Aug 2023 16:41

The Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 should feature the same overall design, former pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Pixel Watch 2: Exclusive Google watch faces leak in advance of autumn release

A renowned leaker has revealed the watch faces that Google plans to offer exclusively on this year's Pixel Watch 2. With greater customisation options, the Pixel Watch 2 will also support dynamic theming thanks to Wear OS 4.

Alex Alderson, 01 Aug 2023 22:45

Rumor | Xiaomi Pad 6 Max backed to launch as OEM's first Ultra-sized tablet

Xiaomi is said to launch a new, Max variant of its Pad 6 flagship Android tablet series soon. Now, these rumors are bolstered with a new claim of Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra-challenging screen real estate from a typically reliable...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2023 20:16

The SmartTag evolution seems underway. (Source: FCC)

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 specs and new, more keychain-friendly, form-factor leaked by FCC

Samsung's second-gen smart tag is indeed on track to launch soon, according to new documentation from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The regulator indicates that it may have grown in size compared to the inaugural Ga...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2023 19:45

Firefox 116 drops Windows 7 and 8, as well as macOS 10.14

In addition to improved upload performance, multiple security fixes, and a volume slider in Picture-in-Picture mode, Firefox 116 drops support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1, as well as macOS 10.12, 10.13, and 10.14. The users of these...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Aug 2023 19:06

Beta Version 13.16 is available to download now. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Instinct 2 series and Crossover smartwatches receive fixes and improvements via new update

Garmin is rolling out Beta Version 13.16 to Instinct 2 series and Crossover smartwatches. Beta Version 13.16 features a few changes and improvements as Garmin moves towards issuing a new stable build.

Alex Alderson, 01 Aug 2023 13:28