The Intel version comes with lower TDP processors from the Core Ultra-U series but gets a Thunderbolt 4 connector, while the AMD version features more powerful Ryzen 8040HS APUs yet remains stuck with USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 connectors.

Sony Interactive Entertainment announced it has laid off 900 people from its global workforce, or 8% of all employees worldwide. This includes the entirety of its London studio, which was largely focused on virtual reality titles.

This year's Pavilion Aero 13 models finally get the AMD Zen 4 treatment, as HP provides APU options up to a Ryzen 7 8840HS. With the increased requirements for AI processing, the base configuration will include at least 16 GB of LPDDR5x-6400 RAM instead of 8 plus at least 512 GB SSD storage. Availability is scheduled for May with prices starting at $800.

Gigabyte has now fully detailed the AORUS FO32U2P, one of several OLED gaming monitors revealed last month during CES 2024. The Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2P comes with numerous ports, including a pair of DisplayPort 2.1 connections that support the high-bandwidth UHBR 20 standard.

A new emulator that mimics the Nintendo Virtual Boy is now available for software modded 3DS handhelds. The emulator includes support for the 3DS's 3D function, mimicking the faux-VR of the Virtual Boy.

ZTE has expanded its gaming smartphone portfolio. Arriving later this year as the Nubia Neo 2 5G, the device features a large battery and a fast display but with a budget price tag.

ZTE has previewed the Nubia Pad 3D II, a year after introducing its predecessor. The Nubia Pad 3D II will be available soon with numerous upgrades over the Nubia Pad 3D, including a more powerful Snapdragon 8 series chipset and an overhauled display.

CheckMag Choosing the ideal gaming monitor is essential for PC gamers in 2024. The current market offers everything from high-refresh-rate 1080p displays and detailed 4K screens to large ultrawide panels. Picking the best one can be challenging. Below are four outstanding gaming monitors, each designed to meet various gaming styles and requirements.

For Lord of the Rings fans who still don't know what to do with the remaining winter time, the current discount campaign on Steam is just right: four games from the Tolkien universe are currently heavily discounted.

Who hasn't wished they were a dinosaur or a robot? For all those who still feel this desire today, the current Steam Festival offers attractive discounts on various games that have something to do with dinosaurs or robots - and three free rewards.

(Update: response to our request regarding Find X7 Ultra) Following the end of the patent disputes between Oppo and Nokia, the BBK subsidiary also announced the return of the Find X camera flagships to Europe at the Mobile World Congress 2024. At least the next generation should soon be available in Germany again, and this is not yet ruled out for the Find X7 Ultra.

Garmin has offered up another update for two of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Still restricted to its beta channel for the time being, the update officially contains numerous changes from earlier builds, plus improvements for icon animation and GCM translation softwares.

Anker has launched two new accessories in Europe: the Anker MagGo Power Bank (6.6K) and the Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K). The products launched in the US earlier this year, each featuring a 15W Qi2 wireless charging pad. The portable devices also have built-in stands, and one model has an integrated display.

With the Nubia Music, ZTE presents an interesting mid-range smartphone that is clearly aimed at music lovers with its vinyl-like design, extremely powerful speakers, and two 3.5 mm headphone jacks.

MINISFORUM has now shared early benchmark results for the V3, its first 2-in-1 device. Not only has the company revealed what to expect from its AMD Ryzen 7 8840U APU performance-wise, but it has also confirmed the date of its global release.

European pricing for the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G has leaked online, as has the device's release date. Surprisingly, Samsung is rumoured to be charging more for the Galaxy A55 5G than rivals like the Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G, although it will have five years of software support on its side.

Garmin is rolling out a new Beta update, version 9.24, for one of its more recent smartwatches. The changelog lists a new workout type and fixes for bugs with music playback, Golf activity and battery drain. However, after installing the previous beta software, many users complained that the battery life was far lower than expected.

A version of the Eve Energy smart plug for outdoor use appears to have leaked on the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) website. While few details have been revealed, the device is listed with both Thread and Matter compatibility, allowing it to connect to various smart home ecosystems.

It seems AMD is determined to bring the fight to NVIDIA in the mid-range segment as the company has now officially reduced the price of the RX 7700 XT. Coinciding with the launch of the RX 7900 GRE stateside, the RX 7700 XT price cut is welcome news for mid-range GPU buyers.

ZTE has confirmed that its Libero Flip clamshell foldable will soon be available globally as the Nubia Flip 5G. Not only has the company revealed the device's name outside Japan, but it has also outlined US launch pricing and showcased two units at MWC 2024 in Barcelona.

The Friends of Hue switches for Philips Hue smart lighting will receive a new update, according to rumors. It has been suggested that these accessories will gain several features, including the 24-hour Natural Light scene, allowing you to set your smart lights to adjust automatically throughout the day.

Deutsche Telekom is working with AI pioneer Brain AI to develop a smartphone with an AI-first user interface. The device runs Brain AI’s Natural AI interface and pushes smartphone apps to the periphery of the smartphone experience.

Ultrahuman has launched the M1 Live continuous glucose monitor in the US. The solution uses the FDA-approved Abbott FreeStyle Libre sensor, providing real-time data in the Ultrahuman app. Customers in the US can purchase bundles that are currently discounted or opt for a monthly subscription.

The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker will go on sale in March. The company has announced launch offers in countries like the US, the UK and Germany, offering customers a free pair of headphones or earbuds with their purchase. Features of the portable Bluetooth speaker include an ability to float and secondary use as a power bank.

The Acer Swift Edge 16 with a sharp and smooth 3.2K 120 Hz OLED panel, a Ryzen 7 7840U CPU, 16 GB of DDR5 memory, and 1 TB of storage has dropped back to its all-time low price at Best Buy. The discounted rate is a massive $450 lower than the list price of $1,299.99.

The new AI-enhanced Latitude range is aimed at making workflow easier for business collaborations and productivity. According to Dell’s official press release, the new computers will be available later this year.

Lenovo has launched a good number of new and updated gaming products in China. One of them is the 2024 GeekPro gaming desktop. It packs the latest Intel Raptor Lake Refresh chipsets, with the base config featuring Core i5-14400F and the top-end coming with Core i7-14700F. These processors are paired with the Nvidia RTX 4060 or RTX 4060 Ti GPU.

Two days after it debuted globally, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra looks to already be massively outselling its predecessor, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. It's a similar case with the vanilla Xiaomi 14, which has been confirmed to be selling six times what the Xiaomi 13 managed at the same point.

Lenovo has launched multiple gaming laptops and desktops in China. Among the desktops is the 2024 Legion Blade 7000K. It can be configured with the Intel 14th gen processors and Nvidia RTX 40 series GPUs, with the starting price of the base config being CNY7,299 (around $1,014).

Nvidia has introduced two new GPUs - RTX 500 and RTX 1000 - which are specially designed for lightweight and portable workstations. The new GPUs will be available later this year.

Princeton has released the Edifier Hecate HD-G3MPRO gaming mouse in Japan. The mouse can be adjusted between silent clicks and regular clicks as it utilizes dual-Huano micro switches per button.

The Geekom Mini IT13 is a mini PC that features a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU, 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The tiny desktop is currently on sale for $629.10, its lowest price to date.

The Onyx Boox Leaf 3C e-reader uses an advanced Kaleido 3 e-ink display which, unlike most screens of this type, displays not only grayscale but also thousands of colors. Thanks to Android, the compact tablet is very versatile.

Google is rolling out updates for Android and Wear OS, distributing a total of nine new features for compatible smartphones and smartwatches. These include a practical AI feature for Android Auto, an output switcher for Spotify Connect and updates for Google Wallet on Wear OS.

CheckMag If you're looking for the best of the best, Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra and Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max will both likely call your name, but they demand a price premium. Here are four alternatives to the typical flagship choices, from the video-snapping Xiaomi 14 Pro to the venerable Google Pixel 7 Pro.

Unlike the less popular 55-inch and 77-inch models, the 65-inch LG C3 OLED has received lower discounts thus far, which is why Woot's current deal on the gorgeous OLED TV is worth consideration for bargain hunters who have waited for an according price drop.

The "world-first's" e-bike with 5G has been unveiled at MWC 2024. Its ability to support "high-speed" mobile data will enable it to connect "seamlessly" to other Orbis bikes for advanced features such as real-time navigation, live-streaming and even video chats on a 7-inch display. The OEM plans to release it to the US market in partnership with Verizon.

150 million degrees, plasma offers ideal conditions for nuclear fusion. Incorrect containment can also cause major damage. A new AI-supported approach should pave the way for continuous operation.

The 2022 Apple MacBook Pro launched as the first laptop with the Apple M2 chip. While it may look exactly like its predecessor, the newer processor makes it perform better and be more efficient. We also liked the build quality, display, battery life, and speakers. Things get even better for the notebook with this deal, which is making it offer more value than at launch.

TCL backs its new 50 series of Android smartphones to deliver the OEM's greatest depth of choice and features yet. It goes from the super-affordable LE variant to the more premium XL and XE 5G, both of which are slated to debut with and without the OEM's eye-comfort-enhancing NXTPAPER technology. Most of the line will be available in the US, whereas others are headed to the EMEA region.

Lenovo has announced the ThinkPad Executive 16-inch Backpack as part of its MWC 2024 showcase. Arriving in spring 2024, the ThinkPad Executive 16-inch Backpack will be available for under $200 with numerous features, including an RFI blocking pocket.

The USB-C Slim Travel Dock is another compact dock that Lenovo is preparing to launch next month. Set to arrive for $89.99 in the US, the Lenovo USB-C Slim Travel Dock features four USB ports and two card slots, plus 4K monitor support.

TCL has announced that its next tablet will launch as a more affordable version of its NXTPAPER 14 Pro, a big-screen slate with the OEM's latest "hardware-level low blue light" technology. Meanwhile, US availability for the TAB 10 NXTPAPER 5G has also been confirmed in Barcelona.

Below the tree cover of the Santa Cruz Mountains, SpaceX managed to send its first tweet that went through Starlink satellites in space.

Anker is now selling its MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1) in European countries. The device, designed to charge three Apple devices simultaneously, arrived in North America earlier this year. Features include a 15W MagSafe wireless charging pad that has Qi2 certification.

The crazy situation where a Tesla Model Y SUV is now cheaper than its Model 3 Highland sedan has much to do with the amount of made-in-US parts in each one.

Nothing is days away from presenting the Nothing Phone (2a), which it markets as a 'clear upgrade' over the Nothing Phone (1). In the meantime, a leaker has shared various official photos, while Nothing itself has confirmed previous rumours by showcasing the device's design and retail packaging.

Funnyplaying is now selling its Game Boy Color clone globally. Built around an FPGA chip that plays Nintendo Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges, the Funnyplaying FB-GBC also wildly undercuts the Analogue Pocket by coming in at under $100.

Doublepoint has come to Barcelona to announce that WowMouse has upgraded to support for the Pixel Watch 2. The app is rated to turn a user's smartwatch hand into a "mouse" thanks to its support for Wear OS, and, thus, to add a new, touch-free level of control over PCs, mobile devices or VR/AR headsets.

11 years of Warframe: space ninjas get special login rewards, in-game gear via special events in March Online free-to-play, third-person shooter MMO is celebrating its 11-year anniversary. To mark the occasion, Warframe players can collect a new weapon as a login reward, and there will be special mission rewards and Twitch drops throughout the month of March.