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The new RT6. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel RT6: A new rugged tablet with Android 13, a huge battery and a detachable kickstand

Oukitel touts its new RT6 as its "most powerful" rugged Android tablet yet. Its 10.1-inch display is sustained by a battery with a capacity as large as some power banks out there, rated to stay on for no less than 2,250 hours on s...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2023 17:53
The Galaxy A04. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | Samsung Galaxy A05 outed in advance with Wi-Fi 5 and Android 13

Samsung seems nearly ready to move on in terms of its budget Android smartphone offerings already, with a Galaxy A05 apparently poised to take over from the A04 soon. A device by this name has shown up on an independent testing da...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2023 18:28
Vivo holds a 2023 Imaging Festival. (Source: Vivo)

Rumor | Vivo X100 series will launch as ground-breaking "4K Cinematic Portrait Video" smartphones

Vivo has announced its latest, third-generation custom-designed ISP for the next generation of its premium smartphones. The V3 chip is touted to bring "4K Cinematic Portrait Video" to Android devices for the first time. The X100 a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2023 17:21
The Legion Y34w. (Source: Lenovo)

Legion Y34w debuts to bring a new 165Hz mini-LED external display option to 2023 gaming

The Legion Y34w has just become the latest Lenovo gaming monitor on that OEM's native market. It is touted to deliver immersion at its best with a WQHD resolution stretched across up-to-date mini-LED technology in the 21:9 aspect-...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jul 2023 19:45
The new Y9000X. (Source: Lenovo Legion via Weibo)

Lenovo Legion Y9000X (2023) upgrades to Raptor Lake silicon, up to RTX 4070 graphics and a PureSight Pro display

Lenovo's latest Legion-brand product event has introduced a new version of the Y9000X laptop to the Chinese market. It has become a lighter and slimmer PC, if anything, in this generation, yet still boasts gaming credentials such ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jul 2023 19:01
The Huawei Mate series' new selfie-camera pill? (Source: technologydu via Weibo)

Huawei Mate 60 display tipped for lateral move to Dynamic Island-style punch-hole

The Mate 60 series is said to launch as Huawei's next premium, non-foldable line of smartphones. They are now also projected to do so with long, pill-shaped cut-outs, so as to house an array of multiple front-facing image sensors....
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2023 20:46
Samsung Wallet, Thermo Check, and WhatsApp on Galaxy Watch (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch series to get WhatsApp and Samsung Wallet

Although more will come on July 26 at Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked launch event, the Galaxy Watch family has just taken a big step forward. This wearable lineup has just received the first WhatsApp smartwatch app alongside Samsu...
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jul 2023 19:52
The OnePlus 11R - no, sorry, "12R". (Source: OnLeaks via MySmartPrice)

Rumor | OnePlus 12R renders expose minimal design changes for upcoming sub-flagship Android smartphone

OnePlus is now projected to produce an R variant of its next flagship Android smartphone, as it did with the 11R in 2023. However, this "12R" exhibits even fewer design updates than the "12" as leaked thus far, if anything. Its al...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2023 18:55
The Beats Studio Pro go live. (Source: Apple)

Beats Studio Pro launch as the latest premium Apple headphones that work for non-Apple users too

Apple has introduced the Beats Studio Pro as its latest headphones. They are rated for "Class 1" Bluetooth - yet are also rated to support "lossless" audio thanks to its DAC for wired connections - which are done via USB type-C ra...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2023 17:44
The C53 is official. (Source: Realme)

Realme C53: A new budget Android smartphone with a high-res camera

Realme has now confirmed that the C53 confers the ability to "Shoot like a Champion" with a 108MP main camera for cheaper than ever before. The smartphone also offers an additional, potentially winning, perk in the form of the OEM...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2023 19:56
Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 536.67 notification in GeForce Experience (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 536.67 now available with Portal: Prelude RTX support and more

Unleashed yesterday and labeled 536.67, the latest driver package from Nvidia comes with support for Portal: Prelude RTX, as well as the upcoming Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart and Remnant II. A few G-Sync Compatible gaming monitors ...
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jul 2023 19:33
Bing Chat Enterprise now available (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft intros Bing Chat Enterprise

In another move aimed at strengthening its position in the AI market for business customers, Microsoft has started testing Bing Chat Enterprise. This service is a combination between the popular AI-backed chat and commercial data ...
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jul 2023 14:30
Xbox unveils Game Pass Core. (Source: Microsoft)

Xbox Game Pass Core launches as Microsoft's latest gaming subscription

Game Pass Core has been announced as a new way to access Microsoft's Xbox multi-player network for less than US$10 a month. The new Pass is only compatible with a limited and specific range of games, however. It will become active...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2023 22:35
MIUI 15 23.7.14 Alpha teaser (Source: MIUI)

Two new MIUI 15 features leak online

As revealed by the code of a recently released Alpha test build, MIUI 15 will include two useful features. The first one is a more powerful and flexible clipboard, and the second will give the users a capability reserved to third-...
Codrut Nistor, 18 Jul 2023 15:55
Will Apple silicon laptops be useable past the day Apple stops supporting them? (Image source: Notebookcheck/Unsplash - edited)

Apple silicon-based Macs and MacBooks are set to age faster than any Mac in recent history

Apple tends to support its products for six or seven years. For the Apple silicon-based MacBook Air and Mac mini released in H2 2020, this means that almost half of their useful life is now behind them, and with no Windows compati...
Sergey Tarasov, 17 Jul 2023 19:18
The MA10 earbuds come with high-profile hype. (Source: Baseus)

Baseus Bowie MA10 earbuds launch with hybrid ANC and a "140-hour playtime" for just under US$30

Baseus claims that its latest Bowie-series wireless earphones come recommended by "Oscar-winning film composers" for their rich sound. They are also rated for powerful hybrid ("ANC + ENC") noise-cancellation specs and low-latency ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2023 16:45
Garmin releasd Instinct 2X smartwatches in April 2023. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Instinct 2, Instinct 2S, Instinct 2X and Instinct 2 Crossover receive Morning Report support and other new features with latest beta update

Garmin has released Beta Version 13.10 for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S series, as well as to Instinct 2X and Instinct 2 Crossover smartwatches. The new beta build bundles various new features for Instinct smartwatches, includin...
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2023 12:26
Down to just 2 more approvals (Image Source: bankinfosecurity)

Broadcom inches closer to acquiring VMware for US$61 billion

Broadcom is now awaiting approval from the US FTC and the UK CMA, after receiving the green light from the European Commission. In the event of a successful acquisition, VMware would boost Broadcom's software side to account for 5...
Bogdan Solca, 13 Jul 2023 16:57
The Smart Screen 5. (Source: Honor)

Honor Smart Screen 5 debuts as new 4K/144Hz VRR home theater option with gaming-friendly boost

Honor has introduced its latest smart TV as the Smart Screen 5. Its 4K display supports HDR10 and variable refresh rate technology that optimizes its up-to-144Hz output over HDMI 2.1, although the OEM asserts that it can do even b...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jul 2023 21:22
Beta 4 is adds the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet to the list of eligible Android 14 Beta participants. (Image source: Google - edited)

Android 14 Beta 4 arrives with new Easter Egg mini-game plus Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet eligibility

Google has published Android 14 Beta 4, its second Platform Stable build. Rolling out to Pixel smartphones, including the new Pixel Fold, Android 14 Beta is also available on the Pixel Tablet for the first time.
Alex Alderson, 12 Jul 2023 14:39
Windows 10 logo (Source: Microsoft)

Over 100 malicious signed Windows drivers blocked by Microsoft

The security advisory that arrived alongside yesterday's updates for Windows revealed that Microsoft has blocked over 100 malicious signed drivers. Back in February, researchers from a trio of security companies informed the tech ...
Codrut Nistor, 12 Jul 2023 13:41
HVV Prepaid Card. (Image: HVV)

E-Ticket: prepaid card with unique features launched for public transport in and around Hamburg

Background: Hamburg's transport association (HVV) has launched the HVV Prepaid Card, a new contactless payment method. The company has got an amazing number of things right with it. The card can even be purchased at a ticket machine – something you rarely see in Germany. Notebookcheck has more technical details from HVV.
Andreas Sebayang, 12 Jul 2023 13:03
The Forerunner 255 is one of two Garmin smartwatches receiving new Release Candidate updates. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Forerunner 255 gains various bug fixes and improvements with latest beta update

Garmin has released a new beta build for the Forerunner 255. Available as Beta Version 16.09, the update packs various new features, improvements and bug fixes for the Forerunner 255 ahead of a stable update rollout.
Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2023 23:17
Canary Mail logo (Source: Canary Mail)

Canary Mail gets Copilot, an AI-driven email writing tool

Thanks to the in-house developed Copilot, Canary Mail now provides AI-powered email writing capabilities to its users across the supported platforms, which include Windows, Android, macOS, and iOS. Those who need pinned emails, a ...
Codrut Nistor, 11 Jul 2023 17:11
The new M2. (Source: Eleglide)

Eleglide M2 launches with the offer of a free Xiaomi Band 8

The Eleglide M2's launch campaign that offer s potential buyers the chance to grab a free smart band from Xiaomi along with a sub-US$1,000 price on the new electric bike. It is rated for a range of up to ~78 miles, derived from a ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jul 2023 16:41
Apple My Photo Stream on an iPhone (Source: Mashable)

Apple will pull the plug on My Photo Stream on July 26th

Introduced over a decade ago as a free way to upload recent photos, My Photo Stream lost the ability to upload content at the end of last month as Apple will shut it down on July 26th. Thankfully, all users can easily switch to iC...
Codrut Nistor, 10 Jul 2023 17:36
Threads has a potential issue. (Source: Meta)

Threads can't be deleted without also deleting your Instagram, but Meta is working on it

Meta announced that it had 'invented' a "new way to communicate with text" about 3 days ago (on July 5, 2023) - which has resulted in millions of users' worth of uptake already. However, as it turns out, the fact that many of them...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jul 2023 19:01
The first-gen Y700. (Source: Lenovo)

Rumor | Lenovo Legion Y700 2023 version headed for SoC, RAM and software upgrades

Lenovo's revelation that it would be updating the Legion Y700 for 2023 has sparked hopes for a portable gaming tablet with the power to match the year in its product number. Now, a famous leaker purports to confirm that it will in...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jul 2023 17:18
The HT-AX7. (Source: Sony)

Sony HT-AX7 launches as a new form of speaker to bring "Cinematic Sound Everywhere"

Sony touts the HT-AX7 as a revolution in the portable wireless home audio space. It is technically a modular kit, with 2 'satellite' sub-speakers that can detach from the main unit to create a "bubble" of "three-dimensional surrou...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2023 18:01
The Pixel 7a is one of numerous Pixel smartphones receiving the TQ3A.230705.001 update. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Google rolls out July 2023 update to Pixel devices with bug fixes for new Pixel Tablet

Google has released the July 2023 update Pixel devices, including the new Pixel Fold. Only the Pixel Tablet receives any bug fixes though, with TQ3A.230705.001 and TQ3C.230705.001 merely adding 2023-07-01 and 2023-07-05 security p...
Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2023 15:33
A smart ring. (Source: Ultrahuman)

Rumor | Samsung "Galaxy Ring" reference hidden in new beta Health app leak

Samsung is now tipped to add a new kind of wearable to its health-tracking portfolio soon. The OEM has allegedly left a new menu alluding to the addition of support for smart rings in the new beta for a first-party app. Accordingl...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2023 19:59
Ear (2): now in black. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing Ear (2) in black launches in the form of an exclusive Limited Drop

Nothing has announced that its latest flagship TWS earbuds are now available in a second colorway (black). Carl Pei's tech OEM is selling these new SKUs already, albeit through its own webstore only at present. The product refresh...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2023 18:13
The X50 emerges. (Source: Honor)

Honor X50 debuts as a "super-durable" Android smartphone with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and up to 16GB of RAM

The Honor X50 is the first ever Android smartphone to debut with the new SGS five-star certification for drop resistance. It also offers 16GB of RAM for less than US$300, and has 5G thanks to its mid-range, if first-gen, Qualcomm ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jul 2023 17:20
Android 14 should make its stable debut in late summer or early autumn. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases MIUI beta based on Android 14 for three smartphones

Xiaomi has confirmed which of its smartphones are eligible for MIUI beta based on Android 14. Distributed for Global ROM users, the beta update is currently available on three Xiaomi flagships but only to those who enrol on Xiaomi...
Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2023 17:42
Nothing OS 1.5.5 further optimises the experience of using a Nothing Phone (1). (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1) receives speed, face unlock and power consumption improvements with Nothing OS 1.5.5 update

Nothing has released Nothing OS 1.5.5, shortly before it introduces Nothing OS 2.0 and the Nothing Phone (2). The new update brings several changes to the Phone (1), including improved face unlock and reduced power consumption whe...
Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2023 17:30
MIUI 15 Alpha 23.7.2 now available (Source: Xiaomiui)

MIUI 15 Alpha builds spotted online

While many Xiaomi-branded smartphone owners are still waiting for the MIUI 14 update, the first Alpha version of MIUI 15 surfaces on the company's servers. Expected to feature improved animations and various new features, MIUI 15 ...
Codrut Nistor, 03 Jul 2023 16:28
Samsung Galaxy S23 handsets

July 2023 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup now available

The July security patch has started rolling out in the US, where all Galaxy S23 series devices locked on T-Mobile are receiving the 425 MB software package. Other regions should follow in the coming days. The update is based on An...
Codrut Nistor, 03 Jul 2023 12:41
Sony releases the mocopi system. (Source: Sony)

Sony mocopi launches to put full-body motion tracking in mobile device user hands

Sony asserts that its new mocopi system condenses all the motion-capture hardware aspiring virtual reality (VR) content creators might need into 6 simple, wearable sensors. They even have their own app (for iOS or Android), so tha...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2023 17:54
AirPods are thought to upgrade in all kinds of ways. (Source: Apple)

Rumor | Next-gen AirPods will double as OTC hearing aids

Next-gen AirPods have been predicted to launch as anything from inaugural USB type-C accessories to in-ear thermometers. Now, a new leak has thrown another possible future feature into the mix. Apple's upcoming flagship wearables ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2023 16:27
The Liberty 4 NCs. (Source: Soundcore)

Soundcore Liberty 4 NC wireless earbuds debut with second-gen AANC and wireless charging

Soundcore has announced an upgrade to Adaptive ANC 2.0 in its latest Liberty-series wireless earbuds. The 4 NCs are thus rated to actively cancel up to 98.5% of all ambient noise, while delivering "crisp sound" with enhanced detai...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2023 15:29
The Defy Satellite Link. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola Defy Satellite Link confers cell network-independent messaging and check-ins on any smartphone

New Android smartphones are slated to upgrade to their own versions of Apple's latest iPhone SOS feature from 2024 - however, for those that will be left behind, there is the Motorola Defy Satellite Link. The accessory connects a ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2023 21:59
The new Cobra Pro. (Source: Razer)

Razer Cobra and Cobra Pro launch as up-to-30,000 DPI mice with Chroma RGB

The Cobra and Cobra Pro both come with Razer Speedflex cables and !00% PTFE feet for potentially smooth, swift movement. However, the latter is definitely the flagship of the two, with a total of 10 customizable buttons and HyperS...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2023 19:34
Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 536.40 notification in GeForce Experience (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 536.40 now available with support for the new RTX 4060

While there is nothing worth mentioning in addition to the fact that Nvidia's latest and most affordable member of the RTX 40 family, namely the US$299 GeForce RTX 4060, gets full support thanks to the driver package labeled 536.4...
Codrut Nistor, 30 Jun 2023 13:26
Microsoft hopes to make online shopping easier with Bing's AI-powered buying guide. (Photo by rupixen.com on Unsplash)

Microsoft introduces AI-powered buying tools to Bing and Edge

Continuing in its push to develop AI-powered tools, Microsoft today announced Buying Guides, a new tool integrated into the Bing search engine that aims to help consumers with product research. Bing will also include tools to aid ...
Sam Medley, 29 Jun 2023 21:20
The new Portable Wireless Speaker line-up. (Source: Skullcandy)

Skullcandy 2023 wireless speakers launch with Bluetooth 5.3, IPX7 ratings and up to 24 hours of battery life

Skullcandy has announced the release of a whole line-up of portable speakers of various sizes, each with up-to-date Bluetooth technology. The Ounce, Kilo, Terrain Mini, Terrain and Terrain XL also have IPX7 ingress protection and ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2023 18:00
Sony's ZV-E1 is a premium, compact, full-frame camera aimed squarely at the online video creator or hybrid shooter that wants no-compromises performance. (Image source: Sony)

Sony Alpha ZV-E1 vlogging camera gets 4K 120 FPS support via free software download

Sony has finally announced the much-awaited software update that enables 4K 120 FPS video recording for its Alpha ZV-E1 full-frame mirrorless vlogging camera that it released earlier in 2023. Not only does the update enable 4K 120...
Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jun 2023 17:25
The Tab Mini C. (Source: BOOX)

BOOX Tab Mini C launches as a compact color ePaper tablet

ONYX International has presented the BOOX Tab Mini C as a potential companion for work or travel. Its new 7.8-inch display supports the brand's latest Kaleido 3 e-ink technology for "sharp" detail in both monochrome and color. It ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jun 2023 18:12
The new ID. 2all. (Source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen "ID. 1" tipped to launch as marque's cheapest EV yet

Volkswagen recently announced that it intends to take the sub-€25,000 (~US$27,000) segment of the car market by storm with the new ID. 2all. However, the company is now rumored to have an even cheaper electric vehicle (EV) in the ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jun 2023 17:42
MIUI 14.1 may only land on a few flagship smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomiui - edited)

MIUI 14.1: Xiaomi to bring Android 14 update to only a few models

Reportedly, Xiaomi is preparing to roll out MIUI 14.1, an interim update, before it debuts MIUI 15 later this year. Despite being a stopgap between major releases, MIUI 14.1 is said to be underpinned by Android 14. However, Xiaomi...
Alex Alderson, 26 Jun 2023 15:00
The Smart Monitor M7 M70B. (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Smart Monitor M7 (32-inch, 2022) is discounted by 25%

Samsung touts its Smart Monitor series as the ideal display to put to dual-function use as a home IoT hub. Now, the 32-inch variant from its 2022 generation is available for US$100 less than normal online. It offers dual HDMI inpu...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jun 2023 19:39

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