AMD Strix Point laptops hit the shelves last month, but we have yet to see the launch of mini PCs featuring the new Zen 5 processors. An AOOSTAR representative has shared that the company doesn't expect mini computers with AMD Ryzen AI 300 series APUs to be available before October.

Anker has unveiled the new Prime Charger (100W, 3 Ports, GaN), which is now available in countries globally. The compact accessory has a range of USB ports and a foldable design differing by plug type. Plus, the company has indicated that it has engineered the gadget to prevent it from falling from a socket.

The Google Pixel 9 series leaks aren't anything new but are still rolling out at full fledge. Right before the official launch, Evan Blass, a known leaker, shared a new batch of official-looking renders. Among them is a comparison image highlighting the size differences between the two Pro models.

A recent update has brought several new features to the Philips Hue app. Version 5.23.0 is available for iOS and Android and includes a new search feature for improved navigation. Other changes are a shortcut for smart home security devices and a sleep-related tool for light switches.

Garmin has now started rolling out a new stable update for the Instinct 2, Instinct 2S, Instinct 2X and Instinct Crossover. Building on last month's update, Software Version 16.11 addresses various outstanding issues with a host of bug fixes, including one related to resolving ongoing problems with Garmin's battery saver watch face.

Intel's Nova Lake CPU architecture is rumored to debut in 2026-2027 with more than 50 cores in the top-end chips. Previous reports have alleged that Intel will use TSMC 2 nm for the production of Nova Lake chips. However, per a new report, Intel isn't ruling out the use of it's in-house node.

The Xiaomi 14T has stopped by Geekbench on its way to release later this summer or in early autumn. Surprisingly, the Xiaomi 13T sports the same chipset as the POCO X6 Pro, which landed a few months ago.

An illegal powerline hookup tried to circumvent the electricity meter for free charging with rather predictable results.

The OneXGPU launched as an eGPU solution for systems that needed a GPU boost to offer better gaming performance. OneNetbook, the company behind the product, has just announced its successor, the OneXGPU 2, and it will be featuring a yet-to-be-released AMD Radeon 7800M graphics card.

It also features a microSD card reader and a 1080p webcam. However, port selection does not feature any high-speed ports, the RAM is soldered and the display is not that great.

Vivo is launching two "flagship killers" in the form of the Vivo V40 and the Vivo V40 Pro, which aim to impress with water-resistant housing, faster processors, particularly large 5,500 mAh batteries and three to four 50 MP cameras.

After having dropped to the all-time low price of $901.70 at the end of last month, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G93SC curved gaming monitor briefly returned to its list price of $1,599.99. Now, it can be acquired once again for less than $1,000 thanks to a 39% discount, which drives the price down to $981.52.

Logitech has seemingly killed its 'forever mouse' project which had sparked widespread controversy by suggesting users pay a regular fee to get some kind of updates for their mice, required for said mice to remain usable. The Swiss company now claims via a statement that it never seriously considered releasing such a product; that it was merely an internal exploration of future possibilities.

The GoPro Hero 12 Black captures up to 5.3K HDR videos, with a 1/1.9-inch sensor making for solid low-light performance, while the action camera's compact form factor makes it a perfect travel or extreme sports companion. A new Amazon deal has slashed $100 off the price of the GoPro Hero 12 Black, bringing it to its lowest historical price and the same price as the DJI Osmo Action 4.

Bioservo has opened sales of its Carbonhand grip-strengthening glove to all in the US. The powered wearable gives users additional grip strength by using artificial tendons and motors, compensating for medical conditions such as stroke or spinal cord injury. Anyone with qualifying impaired hand function now can buy a Carbonhand glove.

With iOS 18, macOS 15 and watchOS 11, Apple will be releasing the biggest operating system updates of the year for the iPhone, Mac and Apple Watch in a few weeks' time. Apple is introducing some interesting new features in the third public beta, which users can try out in advance.

The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G has received a substantial price cut on Amazon. The Zen 4 APU can now be bought for just $181 on the e-commerce platform.

Samsung Electronics has passed Nvidia's rigorous testing for its 8-layer HBM3E memory chips. This achievement will push Samsung ahead in the rapidly growing HBM (high-bandwidth memory) market, where AI applications are fueling demand. Overcoming previous challenges related to heat and power consumption, Samsung's latest HBM3E chips are likely to compete with rival SK hynix.

AMD has officially confirmed how much its Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 desktop processors will cost. The top-spec Ryzen 9 9950X retails at $649, while the entry-level Ryzen 5 9600X costs $249. You can buy the former on August 15 and the latter on August 8.

The 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 boasts a 240 Hz refresh rate, 4K resolution, and peak brightness of 1,000 nits thanks to its Mini LED backlight. It also offers support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync for tear-free gaming. Amazon is offering a massive 43% discount on the Odyssey Neo G8, bringing the gaming monitor to its lowest price ever.

Tablets and foldables with larger displays have had a taskbar for simplifying multitasking since the launch of Android 12L. Android 15 will soon launch a more compact taskbar for smaller smartphones, which can now be seen in action for the first time in a video.

A new teardown of Google app beta version 15.31.29.29 revealed that the company is working on new launch animations for its Gemini AI assistant. Resembling Apple's iOS 18.1 beta Siri animations, Google's design has a slightly different appearance effect, and a different color. One animation highlights the Gemini pop-up with a glowing border, while the other creates a full-screen wave emerging from the pop-up.

The Philips Hue Secure wired and battery cameras are currently discounted in countries including the US, the UK and the Netherlands. Plus, customers are offered two free Secure contact sensors as part of the deal. The cameras' features include 1080p video and AI alerts tailored to the motion detected.

The TCL NXTFRAME smart TV has been revealed in North America. A couple of versions of the model are already on sale, with a Pro variant and accessories coming soon. Features of the 4K QLED Google TV include an up to 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision IQ and support for AMD FreeSync Premium.

Even after the big discount, the Xperia 1 V is still an incredibly expensive Android smartphone for Sony fans and other users who value the rather unique design of the tall 6.5-inch handset.

Victrola’s flagship wireless streaming turntable, the Stream Sapphire, first showcased at CES 2024, can now be pre-ordered for $1,300. It not only features integration with Roon, UPnP, and the Sonos’ ecosystem, but also supports lossless FLAC streaming, making it the perfect turntable for the modern audiophile.

A certain coupon code adds another $424 discount to the already reduced sale price of the Core Ultra 7-powered Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6, which results in an all-time low sale price of $799 for the well-specced 14-inch laptop.

Apple's new 'Distraction Control' feature in Safari aims to help users minimize distracting elements on webpages, allowing them to selectively hide content like sign-in prompts, cookie consent banners, and autoplay videos. While not a full-fledged ad blocker, the tool provides users with more control over their browsing experience across Apple's upcoming operating system updates.

A 30% off sale has dropped the price of the Asus ROG Flow X13 by as much as $500, bringing the gaming 2-in-1 down to the same price as many entry-level gaming laptops. The ROG Flow X13 is a convertible gaming laptop powered by the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and the AMD Ryzen 7940HS. It also sports pen input for digital art and impressed us with solid build quality and reliable gaming performance.

Volkswagen touts its new ID.3 GTX range as the most "sporty" electric vehicles (EVs) of their series, with a 240 kilowatt (kW) output in the top-end Performance variant. It is rated to go from 0 to ~60 miles per hour (mph) in less than six seconds and to charge at up to 185kW via DC. The GTX Performance is available to pre-order in Europe alongside its vanilla GTX sibling from now.

Realme is currently tipped to be among the first Android OEMs to launch a flagship smartphone powered by the new top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor following its launch later in 2024. Now, the GT7 Pro is also backed to set the new world record for fast wired charging on its debut. It may also do so with cutting-edge biometrics and durability features.

It seems that DJI will treat fans to a pair of hardware releases this month. Allegedly occurring within about a week of each other, the DJI Neo and DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro should both be orderable before September starts.

Intel has confirmed its next generation of Panther Lake and Clearwater Forest CPUs have powered on. The former will succeed Lunar Lake in laptops and the latter will power servers in 2025.

The rise of the foldable smartphone with an even bigger main screen due to being able to fold into thirds rather than just in half is about to begin after all, according to a reputable leaker. It may or may not be ready to launch alongside the next generation of its manufacturer's best-known 'business-class' conventional candy-bar device, yet be even more expensive than its current foldable flagship.

Cooler Master has now officially unveiled the GP57ZS, its take on the Acer Predator Z57 and Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC. Not only does the Cooler Master GP57ZS offer a DUHD resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate, but it also has 2,304 Mini LED local dimming zones that help deliver up to 1,000 nits peak brightness.

Google has now lifted the lid on a 4th Gen Nest Learning Thermostat. Available now in North America, the new smart thermostat features a host of changes from its 3rd Gen predecessor, including Matter support for integration with Apple HomeKit and Samsung SmartThings services.

A new Garmin Pay feature has been added to the Connect IQ Store, bringing with it a range of premium watch faces and apps. Customers can now purchase watch face designs from Disney, Porsche and TaylorMade. Plus, an official GoPro Camera Control app has been added to the store.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones have seen a hefty price cut on Best Buy. You can get a pair of these active noise-cancelling headphones for $249.99, which is a $100 discount from the regular price without any deal or sale in place.

The world's first PCIe 6.0 SSD developed by Micron will initially be available for data centers and edge applications as part of a portfolio of memory and storage products to support the broad demand for AI. More details to be revealed later this week at the FMS 2024 event.

Huawei has launched a good number of products today in China, and the "Super Fast Charging Power Adapter" is one of them. It has a launch price tag of CNY 289 (around $40.43) and can deliver up to 140W of fast charging. There's support for multiple standards, making it compatible with phones, accessories, and laptops.

Samsung has started rolling out the first round of updates for its latest smartwatches. Supposedly, the two updates target performance and battery life issues that affected some Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra smartwatches at launch.

Reportedly, Vivo plans to expand its flagship smartphone offering later this year with not two but three new models. Likely arriving alongside the Vivo X200 and Vivo X200 Pro, the so-called Vivo X200 Mini is rumoured to combine hardware like a periscope telephoto camera and a 5,500 mAh with a display that would make it about the same size as the likes of the Galaxy S24, iPhone 15 and Xiaomi 14.

The Google TV Streamer (4K) is Google's new streaming device for the home, and it comes with all of the necessary upgrades. The device also doubles as a smart home hub with Matter and Thread support.

Apple is widely expected to introduce a new Apple Watch SE next month, alongside the iPhone 16 lineup. Reports have also indicated a shift to a 'rigid-plastic case', likely allowing for a lower price and more color options. If true, this will position the upcoming Watch SE as an excellent option for the younger demographic, especially children.

The MatePad Air (2024) is a new entry in Huawei's MatePad Air series, which is said to surpass its predecessor in a few areas. Not only does the new model feature a larger display than last year's MatePad Air, but it also has a thinner chassis that is under 6 mm thick.

Valve's latest Steam Hardware & Software Survey data shows that Windows 10 has become even more popular than in June. Per the July 2024 report, the last-gen Microsoft operating system has gained 0.74% more users throughout the month, while Windows 11 has lost 0.82%, dropping to 45.81%.

The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 arrives with a dual-layer (tandem) OLED screen that's even brighter than that of the iPad Pro (2024). It also comes with a new and improved stylus and keyboard case.

Garmin has delivered a new update for three of its popular mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out now on its Beta Program, the update is said to improve swimming functionality for the trio.