Apple's Watch SE 2nd Gen provides excellent bang for buck, even in 2024. This entry-level Apple Watch is especially suited for those looking for a decently equipped smartwatch. Thanks to Amazon's ongoing sale, Prime members can now purchase it for its lowest price ever.

Under the project name I-XRAY, two Harvard students have developed smart glasses that can determine personal data such as name, address and telephone number simply by looking at a person. However, the students are not planning commercial success with this project. On the contrary: it is intended to highlight the massive data protection problems of modern technology.

Turkey has now banned Discord after they denied the authorities' request to share private user information. The court decision was caused by "child sexual abuse and obscenity" suspicions pointing at some users of the platform. The ban comes shortly after Discord was blocked in Russia, but for different reasons.

In a recent performance review comparing Intel's Lunar Lake Core Ultra 200 series laptop processors on Linux and Windows 11, performance on Linux was consistently better across almost all benchmarks. Linux was on average 14% faster, and Blender 3D rendering and heavily multi-threaded workloads saw the biggest performance gap.

MediaTek has just made the Dimensity 9400 official, and the phones featuring the new flagship SoC will launch soon in China. The Oppo Find X8 Pro will be among them, and it has just been shown to beat the iPhone 16 Pro, which comes with the Apple A18 Pro, in a gaming benchmark.

The latest Honor X60-series leak purports to show the upcoming smartphone in two colors and with an updated camera hump. The tip also predicts an "ultra-large" battery for the device, which is also believed to come with water- and drop-proofing. Its configurations have also allegedly been exposed, that of its top-end satellite messaging edition included.

Amazon has included Samsung's latest foldable in its new Prime Big Deal Day event. While the Galaxy Z Fold6 retails for a heady $1,899.99, it will be possible to pick up the handset for under $1,400 for a limited time.

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Watch 5 Active in Europe. The more affordable smartwatch has a 2-inch LCD display and can run for up to 18 days between charges. Features of the wearable include Bluetooth calling, basic biometric tracking, a wide range of workout modes and a phone finder tool.

The OnePlus Open remains the go-to for many foldable enthusiasts. While the device retails for $1,699.99 with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, Amazon is now offering it at a whopping $560 off in Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black colour options.

The Volkswagen Tayron has now been introduced to the European market as a more premium SUV than the Tiguan thanks to its seven-seat layout. It has diesel, petrol and mild hybrid variants as well as two eHybrid options with an estimated range of 100 kilometers (km, or ~62 miles). The Tayron also boasts a 32-centimeter (~12.6-inch) infotainment screen and light-up badges.

DJI has now confirmed the date for its launch event. Scheduled for less than a week's time, the event appears set to showcase a new DJI Air drone and not the long-rumoured Mavic 4.

In the latest update, Plasma 6 continues to expand its hardware support to help creatives get more done. With many new features, it is shaping up to be the most powerful release yet.

Garmin has begun a new beta testing cycle for some smartwatch models. The first release is software version 19.21, bringing enhanced map controls and three bug fixes to the wearables. The Garmin team indicates that users must manually trigger the update and notes that it disables a key feature.

The Cybertruck's gigacast halves that are designed to crumple upon impact might be behind Geico's recent insurance controversy, while owners are also getting coverage rejection by Progressive.

Boasting AI features and a focus on privacy and security, Gnoppix comes in both a community-supported free version (Core) and a Pro flavor that includes several premium features for a moderate fee. Based on Debian and Kali Linux, Gnoppix 24.10 comes with multiple updated packages, as well as various tweaks and fixes.

The latest kit zoom from Panasonic is not only particularly compact, but also comparatively wide-angle, as the full-frame lens covers a focal length range of 18 - 40 mm. This makes it perfect for a range of everyday situations, landscapes and street photography.

Realme's next flagship Android smartphone is now tipped to be available on the international market. Moreover, the device is said to have a display from Samsung rather than a Chinese supplier. It is also projected to be packed with other premium hardware such as the latest chipset and fingerprint sensor from Qualcomm.

The Bosch eBike Flow app is being updated to version 1.24. The latest software brings two new features, including a shortcut button, to those who ride e-bikes with a Bosch smart system. However, one of these improvements is only available to a specific group of customers.

Nintendo's Switch 2 console will arrive no sooner than spring of next year. However, that hardly dampens excitement for the upcoming gaming console, with Digital Foundry experts shedding light on what can be expected from the Switch's widely awaited successor.

The JMGO PicoFlix, a new 1080p portable projector, has been launched globally. The battery-powered model has a gimbal stand, allowing you to adjust the projection angle. Other features include built-in Google TV, an HDMI 2.1 port and an integrated speaker supporting Dolby Audio.

The hype surrounding AI PCs is not reflected in the sales figures: according to the latest data from the IDC, around 1.7 million fewer computers were sold in the third quarter of 2024 than in the same quarter of last year, with Apple accounting for a large part of the decline in sales.

Amazon has heavily discounted the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra as part of its Prime Big Deal Day. Available for almost $900 in a new round of deals, the Galaxy S24 Ultra remains an excellent option for those looking for a flagship Android smartphone experience.

GameSir has quietly started selling a new telescopic smartphone controller with Hall effect joysticks. Available initially for $63.99, the GameSir X3 Pro typically sells for $79.99.

The release of new Oppo and OnePlus foldables is rumoured to be a while off. Nonetheless, a leaker has offered new insights into the Find N5, which should be re-branded in other markets as the OnePlus Open 2.

Portronics has unveiled its battery-powered Pico 13 portable projector in India. This new projector features an LED light source with 3,500 lumens brightness (not ANSI lumens, mind you), auto keystone correction, 10W integrated speakers, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, HDMI input and more.

AMD might officially announce price cuts for the RDNA 3 GPUs according to information shared by Moore's Law Is Dead. The leak coincides with the discounts for the RX 7000 boards, suggesting that AMD might already have indirectly discounted the GPUs through retailers.

A leaker has offered a first look at the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra side-by-side. While not of the devices themselves, the image should be representative of the trio's design, as well as their slim display bezels.

Suunto has started selling a new smartwatch globally. Equipped with an AMOLED display and a multi-band GNSS module, the new model is also a fair bit lighter thanks to the inclusion of a titanium bezel.

The Honor Tablet GT Pro has been listed on the official online store in China. It's in the pre-sale phase, and the company didn't reveal any core specs of the device other than saying that it will feature an "esports screen and flagship SoC," hinting that it will be a gaming tablet.

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT launched in September 2023 at an MSRP of $499. At the time, this was a pretty good price for the GPU since the board not only matched the competing RTX 4070 in performance but was also cheaper and had more VRAM. Now, the RX 7800 XT has become an even better buy thanks to new discounts.

Good things come to those who wait for Model Y APR financing deals, especially in the last quarter of the year and when Tesla needs all the miles driven with FSD it can get on the run-up to the first Robotaxi ride. A record low 0% Model Y APR loan rate deal may result in Tesla's best ever quarterly shipment numbers in the US.

Sharge touts its latest wireless power banks as the best ones for the new iPhone 16 line-up, thanks to their unique recycled carbon fiber-based style and MagSafe support. Now, even the top-end 10K version that also has up-to-15W Qi2 charging is on sale. The brand is offering these Prime Big Deals on Amazon for one day only, although they are extended for a second on Sharge's webstore.

An Anker wireless charging stand with a built-in light has been leaked on Reddit. So far, only a few details and one image of the upcoming product have been shared by a reliable source. The accessory appears to have a Qi2-certified wireless charging pad with MagGo technology to hold your device in place.

Casio’s DQD-851J-8JF desk clock, inspired by the classic A158 wristwatch, launches in Japan on October 25, 2024. It features Wave Ceptor, thermometer, hygrometer, and snooze alarm, but its radio function will work only in Japan. Pre-orders are now open.

Philips Hue is now selling the Play HDMI sync box 8K in European countries, with pricing also confirmed for the US. The product allows you to sync your smart lights to video or games on your TV. This model features several upgrades compared to the original, including support for the higher resolution and HDMI 2.1 ports.

The Asus Rog Ally handheld gaming console has recorded a big $100 discount at Best Buy. With the price cut in place, the Asus Rog Ally has become a worthy deal considering the machine packs a speedy Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU alongside a high-quality IPS panel.

A network breach on October 5, 2024, forced Casio to delay its G-Shock watch releases, including the GMC-B2100AD-2A and GMC-B2100D-1A models. The company is investigating potential data compromise and securing its systems.

Samsung has recently confirmed that the One UI 7 update will land alongside the Galaxy S25 series next year. There were some concerns about public beta availability, which Samsung has now cleared up.

Fisker has inexplicably abandoned its Orange County headquarters. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year as EV sales momentum in America continues to slow. Owners can assume they are left holding the bag for any issues with their vehicles.

It looks like the promised SteamOS ISO release is closer than we might have thought. Valve's Gamescope microcompositor recently received support for the Asus ROG Ally and Ally X displays and making them fully compatible with the SteamOS overlay and refresh rate slider.

October Amazon Prime Day sale is about to end soon, and the Bose QuietComfort headphones will return to their original price. However, before this deal expires, you can get the noise-canceling headphones for 43% less than what they usually go for.

The curved 34-inch QD-OLED 175 Hz monitor can be had for under $550 USD while gamers on tighter budgets can opt for the IPS version for only $300. Innocn monitors are generally more affordable than those from Dell or MSI while offering many of the same features.

Sony has begun selling refurbished units of the original PlayStation 5 console released in 2020, with a starting price of $350. However, Amazon also has a deal on the newer PS5 Slim which is tempting.

There is still no official word yet about DJI's next drone release. However, an English-language promotional video showing what appears to be the DJI Air 3S has now appeared online. Leakers are in disagreement as to the drone's release date, though.

GameSir's Tarantula Pro controller wants to solve the problem of different button layouts by allowing users to change the layout with the press of a combination of buttons. The controller also packs a handful of other features including RGB lights and several customizable buttons.

CheckMag October is a great time to add a little fright to gaming sessions. In this list, we will explore a few games that will maximize a handheld horror experience.

The 24H2 update for Windows 11 is now being rolled out, and some users are encountering a frustrating bug causing the cursor to disappear in certain scenarios. Thankfully, an easy way of dealing with the issue has already been discovered.

The outstanding Samsung Odyssey G8 (G85SB) QD-OLED ultrawide gaming monitor has been discounted by a massive 49% for Amazon October Prime Day. The 1440p ultrawide gaming monitor features a 175 Hz refresh rate, 21:9 aspect ratio, and impressive peak brightness and colour reproduction.

The 27B2U6903 is Philip's latest business monitor. Available across Europe and the UK, the Philips 27B2U6903 has a 4K IPS panel with a presence sensor, as well as a pair of Thunderbolt 4 ports that support 100 W PD and daisy chaining.