The newly developed Flex-RV microprocessor, made with flexible IGZO TFTs and based on RISC-V architecture, operates at 60 kHz with under 6 mW power consumption. Its bendability and low-cost design make it ideal for wearables, healthcare devices, and smart sensors.

Garmin has started quietly rolling out a new beta update for its latest flagship smartwatches. Available worldwide, the update is said to contain over half a dozen improvements, many of which are aimed at resolving outstanding bugs.

Fresh details about Samsung's long-rumoured and limited-run foldable smartphone have emerged online. Originating this time from a South Korean retailer, the new leak suggests the device could be with us towards the end of the month, but not as the Galaxy Z Fold6 Special Edition.

CheckMag Opera Mini is not done yet. In fact, the browser boasts several hundred million users in developing and emerging countries, a number is expected to rise even more with the introduction of free Internet access. Notebookcheck spoke with product manager Tim Lesnik about a largely overlooked target group.

Sony and Raspberry Pi have collaborated to make an AI camera module for all Pi computers. Priced at $70, it brings onboard processing, making it easier for the SBCs to work with visual data.

Chinese researchers have developed a new cooling coating for buildings that operates without electricity, is environmentally friendly, and automatically adjusts its cooling capacity based on sunlight intensity. In a practical test, a 20 percent reduction in temperature was observed compared to an uncoated concrete roof.

Sony's latest corporate report reveals that the company will rely more heavily on artificial intelligence and machine learning in game development. While this is expected to streamline development and reduce costs, it also sparks ethical concerns.

Apple's next iteration of its mixed reality headset will be getting a serious performance bump. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the Vision Pro 2 will be powered by the M5 SoC and will offer the best Apple Intelligence experience. However, Kuo notes that the rest of the hardware and pricing are expected to be on similar lines as the current Vision Pro.

The OnePlus 13 is expected to be announced next month, right after Qualcomm announces its next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. Weeks before the launch, OnePlus's president, Louis Lee, offered the first official look at the front of the flagship phone.

Lenovo has unveiled the Xiaoxin 100GT smart projector, which is now available in China. The model is similar to the older Xiaoxin 100S though it has a higher maximum brightness level. Features include a PTZ stand, built-in speakers and tools like autofocus and automatic keystone correction.

October is shaping up to be a big month for smartphone SoCs as both the Dimensity 9400 and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 are launching shortly. However, the release of these flagship SoCs might be soured by the increase in smartphone pricing, as a prominent leaker suggests the chips cost 20% more than their predecessors.

A renowned leaker has provided a first look at a protective case for Samsung's next flagship smartphone. As previous rumours suggested, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will feature a modest redesign compared to the current Galaxy S24 Ultra, albeit while retaining key functionality like Samsung's S Pen.

Anker has released a new USB-A to Lightning Cable (3 ft, Silicone) for US customers. The accessory is said to have a soft, silky finish, which is both durable and tangle-resistant. According to the product listing, the cable has a 480 Mbps data transfer rate and can provide full charging speeds for some older devices.

A Reddit user has shared two images allegedly showing the packaging for the new Oura Ring 4, or Oura Ring Gen4. The photos show a range of versions of the product, with various sizes and finishes. This would not be the first time that details of the upcoming smart ring have leaked, with other pictures found in a filing earlier this year.

The bill that would have forced some AI companies to spend time and resources coming up with safety protocols when developing certain AI models has been vetoed by Gavin Newsom. The official argued that this isn't the best approach for protecting against the dangers of AI. However, experts are still working on similar bills.

Diver-X has opened preorders for its ContactGlove2 VR glove with haptic feedback and hand tracking. The gloves allow VR users to interact with their virtual worlds by naturally grabbing, manipulating, and using virtual objects. The wireless, battery-powered gloves allow users to dance and move about unimpeded.

CheckMag Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE and the Xiaomi 14T Pro will be going head to head in several markets. They both have flagship features and a price to match, but when it comes down to making a choice between the two phones, it is an easy decision.

A MySKU forum user set out to pit used products released over 40 years ago against a brand-new product released just a few months ago that is the CP13. The results are somewhat surprising and may appear rather distressful to many advocates of Chi-Fi out there.

New FCC filings for Nintendo's CLO-001 reveal more details about its dimensions, wireless functionality, and possible classification as a UMPC-like device. It’s expected to launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, though its exact purpose is still unknown.

Xiaomi has just made the Redmi Note 14 series official. With three phones in the lineup, this new series is expected to make a global debut soon. However, the international Note 14 Pro and 14 Pro+ may not be completely identical to their Chinese variants.

The HP Victus 16 gaming laptop has recently seen a $500 markdown from list price at Best Buy. It features an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, 16 GB of memory, a 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM.

The Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro 5G makes quite an impression, mainly because of its vibrant 12.1-inch display. But the metal casing also looks stylish. All details about our review are summarized here.

Razer asserts that its latest accessory is rated to convert any old chair into the ultimate gaming asset. The Freyja integrates custom, "multi-directional" Sensa HD Haptics into its cushions in a way touted to confer tactile feedback on gaming that syncs perfectly via Razer HyperSpeed Wireless or Bluetooth.

In our test, the Xiaomi Mix Flip impresses with its excellent OLED displays. But the alternative to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 still leaves some potential unfulfilled in everyday use, leaving some room for improvement for a future Mix Flip 2.

The Vivo X200 series will launch in China on October 14, but company officials have been teasing the new smartphone for quite a while now. In the latest teaser shared by the Product Manager, the standard phone is shown to feature a "micro-curved" display with "ultra-narrow" bezels.

New photo material from the Vivo X200 series has just emerged, revealing a photo taken with the new Zeiss main camera and a telephoto macro shot of the same subject. A well-known leaker explains why Vivo may have the edge over Oppo in terms of photo quality.

The new Kraken V4 Pro is backed to act as all headsets to all gamers with its support for audio via Bluetooth, USB-C or a 3.5mm jack as well as Razer's HyperSpeed Wireless 2.4GHz connection. It even has its own Control Hub with an OLED display to keep track of all its features, those of its in-built Sensa HD Haptics and retractable mic included.

The Razer Laptop Cooling Pad not only ensures more efficient cooling of gaming notebooks, but also expands the range of USB ports of your own notebook. Fan control and the RGB lighting of the cooling pad can be individually configured via Razer Synpapse.

The new premium electric SUV from GM comes with the ultimate in EV luxury and specs, but at a price that would put Tesla's Cybertruck and Mercedes EQS to shame.

The Vivo X200 trio will be officially unveiled in China in just under two weeks and the Oppo Find X8 series is also expected shortly afterwards. Interested buyers outside China won't have to wait long for the new Zeiss and Hasselblad camera flagships, according to a leaker, although a global launch does not necessarily mean a parallel launch in Europe.

Qualcomm has officially launched a Snapdragon X Elite mini PC in the form of a development kit. This system features the most powerful processor within the lineup, the X1E-00-1DE, and it has been shown to offer a similar level of performance to the Apple M3 Pro on Geekbench.

Zoom has finally launched the H2essential multi-mic handheld recorder as an update to the popular H2n, now featuring 32-bit float audio and a colour LCD for waveform monitoring. Housing three mics, it offers multiple pickup patterns for a wide range of scenarios, including musical ensembles, interviews and ambient sound recording. The H2essential can be pre-ordered now for $170.

Thermal Grizzly introduces the WireView Pro, a device designed to address power connector melting issues in high-performance GPUs like the RTX 4090. This $76 gadget offers real-time power consumption measurement, temperature monitoring, and proper connection detection. It features an alarm system to alert users to improper connections.

The Honor 200 Smart has launched in Europe, offering a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, 6.8-inch display, 50MP camera, and a large 5200mAh battery with 35W fast charging. Priced at €219.90 (~$246), it provides a solid mix of features for budget-conscious buyers.

Apple's widely anticipated M4-powered MacBook Pros with M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max SoCs are expected to be unveiled sometime next month, with recent leaks indicating that the MacBooks have been boxed and are ready to ship.

The Oppo Find X8 will be among the first flagship phones with the Dimensity 9400. It's expected to bring many improvements over the predecessor, and today, the company has confirmed that support for 50W magnetic wireless charging will be one of them.

In a recent range test that attempted to quantify the real-life range performance of 12 EVs, among which was a 2015 Model S with over 250,000 miles on the clock, the Polestar 2 secured the first place, while the Model 3 'Highland' fell short of its official estimate by the biggest margin.

Alongside its new gaming tablet, Lenovo has introduced a mobile controller in the Chinese market. Called the Legion G7, this smartphone and tablet gamepad appears to be a rebrand of the GameSir G8 Galileo.

The much-teased 2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 is now official. With a starting price of CNY 2,899 in China (about $413), the new Android gaming tablet brings multiple upgrades over the 2023 model.

The first-of-its-kind Columbia Energy Storage Project in Wisconsin, by Energy Dome, uses CO2 for energy storage that could last up to 24 hours. Supported by $7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy, the project is targeted towards renewable energy integration and long-term storage solutions.

Apple Watch's sleep apnea detection feature has been certified by Health Canada as of September 26, 2024. The smartwatch will monitor breathing disturbances during sleep, and will be supported on Series 10, Series 9 and Ultra 2 models.

Anker has launched various protective cases and screen protectors for the iPhone 16 series, featuring drop protection, magnetic strength, and adjustable stands. Some of these products are solely to show the phone off, while some are more functional than others.

A few months after the launch of the Galaxy Watch FE, Samsung has begun accepting pre-orders for the LTE variant. This version has an eSIM, so users can take/make calls or send messages without needing to have their phone with them.

After halting production of flagship phones following the poor reception of the Nokia 9 PureView, new info has revealed HMD is planning a new flagship device with a Snapdragon 8 series processor. It also appears the phone will have a modular design like the HMD Fusion.

The OnePlus 13 is said to launch as one of the highest-end new Android smartphones on the global market soon. However, it might have to contend with a namesake from iQOO for that title, which might also be available internationally. It may be able to add faster charging to its list of advantages over its competition.

The 2024 Lenovo Legion Slim 5 with the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and an Nvidia RTX 4060 is now down to $962.99 on the official store. To get this full $557 price cut on the gaming laptop, use the "LENOVOLIVE10" coupon during checkout.

MSI has showcased the MEG Vision X AI, which packs RTX 50-series graphics along with Intel's Core Ultra 200-series processors. The pre-built system is set to be quite the powerhouse, and is expected to hit the shelves in 2025.

The OnePlus 13 is a next-gen flagship Android smartphone tipped to maintain its predecessors' reputation for fast charging over USB-C, even if some of its closest rivals might not. Now, a new tip purports to confirm that rumor, along with another potentially identifying detail for the device.