As of iOS 18, Apple will seemingly start linking individual iPhone components to their owners' iCloud accounts. Activation Lock for iPhone parts will prevent components like batteries, displays, and cameras from being calibrated to new devices as long as they're not

For a limited time, Samsung is bundling free FHD Odyssey G3 gaming monitors (both 24- and 27-inch versions) with heavily discounted Odyssey OLED, mini-LED, and VA gaming monitors, with prices starting at $799.99. This means you effectively get up to $230 off in addition to the $1,000+ discounts on Samsung's best gaming monitors. The limited-time sale runs until September 15.

Apple's much-awaited Apple Intelligence suite of AI features and tools is yet to grace the real world. A few tools, such as 'Image Playground', are missing even from the most recent developer betas. However, Apple's Craig Federighi has shared an image generated by the tool with WIRED, making it our first look at the tool's abilities, aside from the WWDC demos.

Anbernic has confirmed that it will soon start selling the RG406V globally. Not only that, but it has revealed how much the device will cost and all key hardware specifications to boot.

Valve has placed select Steam Deck models on clearance - the 64 GB LCD model for $296.65 and the 512 GB LCD model for $336.75. Valve is clearing the shelves for the newer, faster, longer-running, more expensive OLED models. The Linux-based handheld game console suits those who buy the majority of their games from the Steam Store.

Xiaomi is edging ever closer to releasing Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 13T Pro successors. While the company is not ready to launch the Xiaomi 14T or Xiaomi 14T Pro just yet, a leaker has shared dozens of official images showcasing Xiaomi's new 'flagship killers'.

While European and US users of Facebook and Instagram were allowed to choose for their data not to be used to train AI, Australians didn't have any opt-out options available. As a consequence, all of their public posts since 2007 were used by Meta. For now, Facebook representatives couldn't confirm a future freedom of choice in the matter to Australian users.

China has given marching orders to its automakers to flood global markets with electric cars, but Beijing is now worried that the move could jeopardize the trade secrets of BYD and others.

The Lucky 08 has leaked out as Meizu's next Android smartphone. The device, thought to have a camera hump as distinctive as its name, is slated to launch as the first in a more affordable range of mobile devices for its brand. It is also predicted to have an on-trend large battery and premium-grade AI.

Xiaomi has now confirmed its plans to launch the Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro globally in two weeks, on September 26. Retailer listings have also leaked online, showing the series with a starting price tag lower than €600, but going all the way up to €800.

Anker is working on another Zolo Power Bank with wireless charging, according to recent rumors. The new accessory shares many similarities with another recently launched model from the brand. Features include multiple USB-C ports and a magnetic wireless charging pad.

MagicX has revealed new details about three forthcoming retro gaming handhelds. Seemingly, the company wants to shake up the established order with a slew of different sizes, some of which with OLED or 120 Hz displays for under $150.

The Philips Hue Datura will soon be available globally in two new shapes: square and rectangle. These will join the existing small and large round ceiling lights, which arrived earlier this year. As with the original models, the smart lights have two light sources and can produce white and colored light.

Garmin has released a new stable software update, version 20.26, for a Forerunner smartwatch. The firmware brings a range of features, bug fixes and improvements to the wearable. However, some users are unhappy with a new solution for the persistent vibration function.

The IKEA DIRIGERA Hub can act as a Matter bridge thanks to a new update. Previously in beta testing, this new feature is now rolling out to all users and has been reflected in a recent app update. The firmware will allow many IKEA smart home products to work with other ecosystems like Apple Home.

Anbernic is preparing to update one of its most popular retro gaming handheld releases of the year. Supposedly launching soon, the refresh could make the Anbernic RG35XX SP more appealing to some retro gaming fans.

The MSI Claw didn't get as popular as the ROG Ally or Legion Go, but it's better with the recent driver drivers than at launch. This Intel gaming handheld is currently also more affordable than before, with the Core Ultra 7 variant dropping to $569 on Amazon.

A new stable update is now available for the Garmin Venu 3, Venu 3S and vivoactive 5 smartwatches. This is a relatively minor release, with two changes listed in the release notes. Plus, users have reported that a bug with the previous firmware has been resolved.

The Xiaomi Redmi Projector 3 is now available in China. The latest 1080p model is relatively cheap and can be used to throw images up to 110 inches (~280 cm) wide. Other features include integrated speakers, a time-of-flight autofocus tool and support for HyperOS Connect.

It looks like Unity's controversial Runtime Fee pricing structure has been less popular than the maker of the game engine had anticipated. Effective immediately, the Runtime Fee has been cancelled for all versions of Unity ahead of the anticipated 2024 launch of Unity 6.

RedMagic has introduced the Rock Magnetic Bluetooth Speaker as its latest RGB-enabled mobile accessory. It is touted to deliver "Tiny but Tough" audio that can also be kept on the back of a smartphone thanks to its MagSafe-like attachment. It has been released to the global market alongside a cool new colorway for the brand's current mobile gaming flagship.

It seems that Acer is finally getting around to releasing the Predator X49 X. Announced earlier this year, the monitor combines a 240 Hz refresh rate with a 1440p resolution across a monstrous 49-inch surface. Currently, the Acer Predator X49 X is orderable in Australia, Europe and the UK.

Epic Games Store has made two new games free this week, and with that, the platform has also revealed the titles that will be up for giveaway next week. The upcoming two free games have a relatively high rating and have a combined value of $44.98.

According to a new report, Acer is preparing to release a massive ultra-wide gaming monitor. Dovetailing the Predator X49 X that the company announced this year, the Predator X49 V will rival the Philips Evnia 49M2C8900L and MSI MPG491CQP QD-OLED courtesy of a 144 Hz OLED panel that also has a 5K2K resolution.

A leaker has provided a first look at the Galaxy S25 based on leaked CAD files. While Apple has adopted a larger design for this year's Pro iPhone, Samsung's alternative will even smaller than the current Galaxy S24.

Flappy Bird is making its comeback on iOS and Android, as seen in a new trailer that shows off improved graphics, new elements and smoother gameplay. Known for its challenging mechanics, it looks to capitalize on the excitement of its 2014 release while staying true to its original format.

SpaceX has developed the Extravehicular Activity (EVA) space suit with its mission to Mars in mind, and it just underwent the first successful spacewalking test.

Although there is no official confirmation yet, it seems that OpenAI is on the way towards raising an impressive $6.5 billion, with the help of a new estimated value of no less than $150 billion. Earlier this year, Sam Altman's startup had managed to raise $1 billion and was valued at $86 billion.

The Mudra Link is an input device that is designed to be highly adaptable to individual needs and physical limitations. The model is available at a relatively low price and is said to offer a wide range of compatibility.

Officially, Google currently restricts many of its new camera features to its Pixel 9 smartphones, despite launching them on the same version of Android as their direct predecessors. However, a new leak appears to suggest that Google could be working towards porting these image enhancements to Pixel smartphones as far back as the Pixel 6 series.

DJI has finally outlined plans to release its long-awaited Osmo Action 4 successor. Contrary to recent rumours, the company will not hold out until October before introducing its latest GoPro rival.

In an interview with IGN, Richard Leadbetter of Digital Foundry says that the PS5 Pro may not be able to run GTA 6 at 60 FPS if the base PlayStation 5 is targeting 30 FPS. Richard says this could happen because the two consoles share the same CPU.

Wafer-thin smartphones, ultra-light drones and highly efficient electric cars can be built with the new battery, which has a very important advantage over other batteries.

LG's 48-inch C4 OLED TV is a humbly sized television that offers an excellent viewing experience, thanks to its commendable color gamut and accuracy along with all the typical benefits of an OLED panel. Thanks to Amazon's recent discount, the LG C4's price has returned to its all-time low on the platform.

Samsung's latest budget smartphone shares most of its features with the year-old Galaxy A05. However, it comes with a more recent version of Android and will get software support for longer.

Dell has now started selling the Alienware AW2725QF globally. Available across Europe, the UK, the US and other markets, the Alienware AW2725QF can switch freely between 4K/180 Hz and 1080p/360 Hz modes, which are aided by 0.5 ms GtG response times and NVIDIA G-SYNC support.

The Google Pixel 8 smartphone is currently on sale on Amazon with a free Pixel Watch in tow. The 29% price drop makes the Pixel 8 a deal worth considering since its features a fast Tensor G3 SoC, 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, a 2000-nit OLED display and a stellar camera system.

An early Geekbench run of Apple A18 revealed underwhelming multi-core scores, but there have been new entries since then. These new runs of the iPhone 16 SoC have multi-core scores similar to the Apple M1.

Epic Games has updated its free game giveaway program with a new pair of titles. From today, the storefront is providing Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland and Super Crazy Rhythm Castle for free, the former of which has only just been released.

Compared to last year's model, the new Apex 17 MAX features the faster Dragon Range 16-core / 32 thread R9 7945HX, supports more RAM up to 96 GB, gets a slightly brighter 17.3-inch QHD panel, as well as faster Wi-Fi 6E and a larger 73 Wh battery.

With over 1,440 titles per USD and a catalog of over 17,000 items, Amazon's Prime Video provides the best value currently available in a video streaming service. Since its introduction, Prime Video has had an average yearly price increase of 3.8%, while Crunchyroll is the only one in the top 10 with the same price since its release.

The IKEA INSPELNING Plug has launched in the US and some European countries. The smart plug was announced earlier this year, with two versions currently available. Features include remote controls, energy consumption tracking, and the ability to wirelessly connect other smart home products.

The Gardena Smart Sileno Free, a new robot lawn mower, has been unveiled. The model will launch in Europe in 2025 and will be the first from the brand that does not need a boundary wire. Other features of the upcoming mower include app-based controls, a Trim-to-Edge tool and a frost sensor.

A reliable leaker has revealed new information for Samsung's fourth Galaxy S24 smartphone. Likely arriving later this month or in early October as the Galaxy S24 FE, the device may actually cost a lot less than a previous rumour claimed.

Apple claims to have made battery replacements easier for its recently launched iPhone 16 lineup, confirming previous rumors. The extent to which the battery replacement experience has been simplified is a mystery for the time being, and will only become evident once detailed teardowns of the device are available.

Xiaomi 14T series isn't official yet, but the company is expected to announce the lineup soon. However, it seems that someone got their hands on the smartphones, and the video uploaded by them revealed the possible design of both upcoming Android phones.

The Vivo T3 Ultra sits at the top of the T3 series of smartphones. The phone arrives with a slim profile that houses an AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity processor, and a pretty large battery capacity.

The new Philips NeoPix 750 projector has been launched in Europe. The device is designed for use at home and is cheaper than the brand’s older Screeneo projectors. Features of the latest model include a 1080p resolution, up to 700 lumens brightness and integrated speakers.

Bringing no less than 11 additional tools, Debian-based Kali Linux 2024.3 is an update that also comes with support for the Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM845 SoC. Additionally, it begins the transition to the Python 3.12 update, which removes some deprecated APIs but also breaks some packages, so it needs more work before being released.