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Dec 23, 2023
The 2023 Steam Winter Sale discounts some truly spectacular RTS games. (Image source: Steam - edited)

Steam Winter Sale: 4 ruthless RTS and 4X game deals in gaming's hottest holiday bargain bonanza

CheckMag Steam's epic 2023 Winter Sale is in full swing, bringing with it some of the best RTS gaming deals of the year. Delve into legendary battles in A Total War Saga: TROY, an intense FPS-RTS hybrid in Silica, or hostile political machinations in Dune: Spice Wars.
Julian van der Merwe, 23 Dec 2023 00:53
Dec 22, 2023
No longer an Apple Store: The former Company Store. (Image: Apple)

Apple reportedly closing the Company Store at its former headquarters after 30 years

The Company Store is a unique Apple Store, having existed before the first Apple Stores opened. Apple is closing down the long-standing location early next year, according to a report.
Andreas Sebayang, 22 Dec 2023 23:41
Google is renaming Nearby Share to Quick Share, possibly becoming part of Samsung's Quick Share. (Image: Samsung)

Google's Nearby Share becomes Quick Share and thus possibly part of the Samsung AirDrop alternative

While Apple has AirDrop, a service for sharing data between users of Apple devices, the situation in the Android ecosystem is more complex. In addition to Google's Nearby Share, there is Samsung's Quick Share as well as the cooperation of a number of Chinese smartphone manufacturers in the Mutual Transfer Alliance. At present, the prospect that Android will soon have a more universal standard for data exchange is looking good.
Alexander Fagot, 22 Dec 2023 23:22
HP ZBook Power 15 G10 workstation review: Excellent alternative to the ThinkPad P15v

89% HP ZBook Power 15 G10 workstation review: Excellent alternative to the ThinkPad P15v

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. The ZBook Power 15 G10 is one of the few 15.6-inch workstations to ship with both AMD Zen 4 Pro CPUs and Nvidia RTX Ada GPUs. If you don't mind missing out on 4K, OLED, ECC RAM, and 16-inch screen sizes, then the ZBook Power 15 G10 should prove to be a reliable classic.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840HS, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop, 15.6", 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 22 Dec 2023 23:15
Oukitel WP33 Pro: Rugged smartphone with a huge battery

Oukitel WP33 Pro: New smartphone with massive 22,000 mAh battery, 5G and loud speaker

Oukitel has a new smartphone in its portfolio in the WP33 Pro. Its robust design and particularly large battery make it ideal for outdoor use.
Silvio Werner, 22 Dec 2023 22:55
Better than their reputation: stars for products and services can be reliable under certain conditions. (pixabay/51581)

Paid online reviews suddenly trustworthy: study shows surprisingly expected result

"Great product" or "The best ever" are unhelpful comments. An online experiment shows how it can be done better. The strategy not only leads to more, but above all to more reliable reviews.
Mario Petzold, 22 Dec 2023 22:10
The UltraGear OLED 32GS95UE is LG's first monitor to its 'Dual-Hz' feature. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear OLED 32GS95UE shown with 4K/240 Hz and 1080p/480 Hz display options

LG has announced the UltraGear OLED 32GS95UE, one of several gaming monitors it plans to reveal next month at CES 2024. Like the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP, the UltraGear OLED 32GS95UE can switch between two display modes, which LG calls 'Dual-Hz'.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2023 20:25
ASUS will showcase the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP during CES 2024. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP: New gaming monitor teased with 480 Hz refresh rate before CES 2024

ASUS has revealed the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP, a 32-inch gaming monitor that it claims is the 'world's first dual-mode monitor'. The ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP will be revealed at CES 2024 with 4K/240 Hz and 1080p/480 Hz display options.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2023 19:57
The Qoocam 3 Ultra. (Source: Kandao)

Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra previewed as new 360-degree camera with up to 8K recording

The Qoocam 3 Ultra is a "cutting-edge" new dual-lens action camera rated for super-high recording in 3D. Kandao's upcoming lifestyle vlogging device is also backed to take high-quality, instantly-shareable panoramic photos. It will debut during the OEM's CES 2024 showcase ahead of its 2024 release.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2023 19:39
Discovery won't fade off PlayStation's platform after all. (Image via Discovery TV and PlayStation w/ edits)

PlayStation backpedals on decision to remove Discovery TV content from platform

In a reversal of its decision to remove Discovery TV from its platform earlier this month, PlayStation will continue to host Discovery TV content. This comes as relief to some users who were informed that Discovery TV content they purchased would be removed from their accounts.
Sam Medley, 22 Dec 2023 17:54
The MW75 Neuro with fabric-based EEG electrodes visible on the ear pads (Image Source: Neurable)

MW75 Neuro: A high-end wireless headphone that has a neural interface to track brain activity, boost productivity

Neurotechnology firm Neurable has partnered with Master & Dynamic to create the MW75 Neuro, a noise-cancelling headphone with a built-in brain-computer interface, which will allow it to measure the wearer’s brain activity and thus help monitor focus or mental fatigue through the day. The headphone is based on Master & Dynamic’s flagship MW75 featuring 40 mm beryllium drivers and adaptive ANC.
Vishal Bhardwaj, 22 Dec 2023 17:53
Jabra Elite 10 drops to its lowest price on Amazon and Best Buy (Image source: Jabra)

Deal | Jabra Elite 10 crash to their lowest price during Christmas sale

The recently launched Jabra Elite 10 earbuds have just dropped to their record-low price. They are currently available for just $199.99, which translates to a $50 discount from the usual $249.99 price tag.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Dec 2023 17:49
Tesla's 123 kWh battery has dry-coated electrodes (image: Top Gear/YT)

Cybertruck debuts Tesla's dry 4680 battery coating revolution but only at a rate of 2,000 pickups a month

The Holy Grail of fast and cheap 4680 battery production that is the dry coating method is being utilized by Tesla for the first time in the Cybertruck. Unfortunately, it is still proving very difficult to scale up.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2023 16:56
v15.77 becomes the third stable update that Garmin has rolled out to the Fenix 7 series this month. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases another stable update to Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and Epix 2 smartwatch families with more bug fixes

Garmin has issued v15.77 for Fenix 7, Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7 and Marq 2 series, the third stable update released for the smartwatches in December. Skipping Garmin's Public Beta program entirely, the new update brings bug fixes to all models, including Garmin's new titanium Marq 2 variant.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2023 16:45
The Van Rysel E-EDR AF electric road bike weighs around 14 kg (~31 lbs). (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon reveals new Van Rysel E-EDR AF lightweight electric road bike

The Van Rysel E-EDR AF e-road bike is now on sale at Decathlon in various EU countries. The lightweight model features a Mahle X35 system with multiple connectivity options and an accompanying GPS computer. Other features include an SRAM APEX AXS groupset and a 160 km (~100 miles) assistance range.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 16:30
The Moto G34 in one of its two launch colours. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G34 arrives with Android 14 and 5G chipset at budget price before likely global release

The Moto G34 is Motorola's latest mid-range handset following the releases of the Moto G54 and Moto G84 a few months ago. While a Chinese exclusive for now, the Motorola Moto G34 is expected to receive a global launch at some stage.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2023 15:56
Meross' garage door remote is now 28% off its initial MSRP. (Credit: Meross)

Deal | Meross' HomeKit smart garage door opener falls below $35

From an all-time-high of $74.44 this fall, Meross' garage door remote has plummeted by more than half. Thanks to cumulative price drops, seasonal sales and a $5 on-page coupon, this HomeKit-compatible garage door opener is finally a luxury everyone can afford.
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 22 Dec 2023 15:43
The Sharge Flow Mini portable charger is around the size of a film roll. (Image source: Sharge)

Sharge Flow Mini new portable power bank arrives with discount

The Sharge Flow Mini portable charger is now available in various countries globally. The compact accessory with a 5,000 mAh battery capacity is around the same size as a roll of film. Features include interchangeable charging plugs, an integrated USB-C cable to power a second device and LED charge level indicators.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 15:37
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is Samsung's first 'Ultra' smartphone in years to feature a flat display. (Image source: @MysteryLupin)

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus and Galaxy S24 Ultra revealed in over 50 leaked images

A renowned leaker has published countless Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus and Galaxy S24 Ultra renders before Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event. With over 50 unique images provided, Samsung has little to reveal in under a month's time.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2023 15:11
The Xiaomi Mijia Label Printer is shipping globally via AliExpress. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi’s cheaper label printer with app controls now available worldwide

Customers worldwide can now order the new Xiaomi Mijia Label Printer thanks to AliExpress. The device, which launched earlier this year, can be controlled via the Xiaomi app thanks to Wi-Fi connectivity. Other features of the portable gadget include inkless printing and custom shortcuts.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 14:50
The Xiaomi Smart Door Lock E20 Cat's Eye Edition is on sale in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Smart Door Lock E20 Cat's Eye Edition with voice changing tool now available

Xiaomi has launched the Smart Door Lock E20 Cat's Eye Edition in China. The new device, seen in a Wi-Fi edition earlier this year, adds a 172° wide-angle camera. Features include fingerprint and NFC unlocking, support for multi-screen video streaming and a voice-changing tool.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 14:09
The Garmin Connect IQ System 7 has arrived alongside API level 5.0.0. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Connect IQ System 7 arrives with new features

The Garmin Connect IQ System 7 is now available in beta form for developers. The update brings a new API level, 5.0.0, alongside a wide range of features. These include an “Always On” display mode improvement, an upgrade for the Communications module and Bluetooth bonding.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 12:52
The IKEA JETSTRÖM smart LED ceiling light panel has arrived in some EU countries. (Image source: IKEA)

New IKEA JETSTRÖM smart LED ceiling light panel launches

The IKEA JETSTRÖM LED ceiling light panel is now on sale in various EU countries. The smart light is available in two sizes, producing a white light which can be adjusted for color temperature and brightness. Control options include a remote, the IKEA app and voice commands.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 11:41
The smart home surveillance deal of the year is the Blink Mini. (Credit: Amazon)

Deal | Get four Blink Mini indoor cams for less than $60

The reality of getting multiple indoor cameras to cover blind spots might cause a strain for smart home budgets. With this limited-time 54% discount on Blink Mini cams, Amazon Prime members can now fully kit out their homes with indoor cameras at a very affordable price.
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 22 Dec 2023 11:11
The IKEA Home smart app has been updated to support multiple DIRIGERA hubs. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA Home smart app now supports multiple DIRIGERA hubs

The IKEA Home smart app has been updated, bringing various new features to its DIRIGERA hub. The latest software enables you to manage multiple DIRIGERA units from your smartphone. Plus, support for new smart home products has been added, both for the Home smart app for the DIRIGERA hub and the Home smart app 1 for the TRÅDFRI gateway.
Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2023 10:48
OnePlus is gearing up to debut the Ace 3 (Image source: OnePlus)

Li Jie Louis teases OnePlus Ace 3 as “performance killer”

President of OnePlus China, Li Jie Louis, has uploaded a teaser poster of the OnePlus Ace 3 on Weibo. According to it, the slogan of the upcoming phone is “It’s my turn, the performance killer,” suggesting that the smartphone will push further than its predecessors.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Dec 2023 10:03
Stork Boot by Masimo provides continous vital sign monitoring of babies. (Source: Masimo)

Masimo Stork wearable baby bootie acquires FDA clearance for remote vitals monitoring

The Masimo Stork Baby Monitoring System has gained FDA clearance. The system consists of a wearable Stork Boot that continuously transmits baby vitals and alarms to parents and doctors.
David Chien, 22 Dec 2023 07:19
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G desktop APU visits Geekbench (Image source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 8700G desktop APU with Radeon 780M pops up on Geekbench

Soon to be officially unveiled by AMD, the Ryzen 7 8700G has surfaced on Geekbench. The Hawk Point AM5 desktop APU went through ML tests on the benchmarking platform, which evaluated the AI capacities of the chipsets. According to the results, the upcoming processor did better than the Ryzen 9 7940HS.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Dec 2023 06:15
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PlayStation 5: Sony has now sold 50 million units since launch

PlayStation 5: Sony has now sold 50 million units since launch, overtakes Xbox One

In a recent press release, Sony proudly reported on a PlayStation 5 milestone: over 50 million units have now been sold since its launch three years ago. According to Statista, however, it is only the 15th best-selling console.
Christian Hintze, 22 Dec 2023 00:53
Dec 21, 2023
iHeal 5R: New wearable to feature particularly advanced sensor technology

iHeal 5R: New smartwatch supposedly comes with blood glucose monitoring and ECG at a very low price

The iHeal 5R is a new, robust smartwatch that offers support for blood glucose monitoring and ECGs. The watch can also be used to make phone calls.
Silvio Werner, 21 Dec 2023 23:32
VanMoof has big plans for the future (symbolic image, image: Geo Chierchia)

VanMoof: What the e-bike manufacturer is planning, along with a new product scheduled for launch next year

VanMoof has been saved as a brand at least and the technology has not completely fallen victim to insolvency. The future of the innovative e-bike manufacturer is now much clearer.
Silvio Werner, 21 Dec 2023 23:29
Poco M6 5G: New 5G smartphone to be unveiled soon

Launch coming soon: Xiaomi presents the Poco M6 as a 5G price breaker in several color variants

Xiaomi has shared relatively detailed information about the new Poco M6 5G. The model is said to be the cheapest 5G smartphone to date and is also well positioned in terms of storage.
Silvio Werner, 21 Dec 2023 23:14
The RTX 4070-equipped TUF Gaming F15 has returned to its record-low price (Image: Asus)

Deal | Asus TUF F15 becomes cheapest RTX 4070 gaming laptop thanks to 30% discount

The arguably most enticing configuration of the Asus TUF F15 is once again on sale for less than $1,000, which currently makes the 15-inch gaming laptop the most affordable RTX 4070-powered machine on the market, although buyers will have to live with a rather unimpressive 1080p display.
Enrico Frahn, 21 Dec 2023 22:35
Tangara is inevitably reminiscent of the Apple iPod. (Image: Cool Tech Zone)

Tangara music player combines iPod charm with open source hardware and software

Tangara is aimed at music and gadget lovers who miss the charm of the Apple iPod, but not the extreme limitations imposed by Apple's closed ecosystem. The new music player is completely open source, so it can be developed further or modified at any time.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Dec 2023 22:20
Xiaomi Mijia Pet Feeder 2: Smart automatic feeder for pets

Xiaomi: New, smart automatic feeder for long periods of petowner absence

Xiaomi is offering a new, smart automatic feeder that is designed to provide pets with food for up to a month and automatically indicates when food is running low.
Silvio Werner, 21 Dec 2023 22:09
Honor unveils the 90GT with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 24 GB of RAM (Source: Honor)

Honor 90 GT officially unveiled with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 24GB RAM and 100W fast charging

Honor debuts the Honor 90 GT, a flagship-killer featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, up to 24 GB RAM and a 6.7-inch AMOLED display. Boasting a 50 MP main camera, a 5000 mAh battery with 100W fast charging, vapor chamber cooling, and MagicOS 7.2 on Android 14, the device promises a compelling user experience.
Sambit Saha, 21 Dec 2023 21:29
The Steam Winter Sale is now live. (Image via Valve w/ edits)

Deal | Steam Winter Sale live now until January 4

The Steam Winter Sale is now live and features discounts on a variety of titles. Games on sale include everything from obscure Indie titles to award-winning AAA hits. Valve is also bundling 10 games for $10, representing a 94% discount.
Sam Medley, 21 Dec 2023 21:25
Aorus 15 review: More powerful than most laptops with an RTX 4070 and it costs only US$1,500

Aorus 15 review: More powerful than most laptops with an RTX 4070 and it only costs US$1,500

The Aorus 15 YE5 comes at a budget price, however, it features a true high-end graphics card, namely Nvidia's previous-gen flagship. Our review showed that the laptop is in no way a thing of the past as a result of this component or any of its other parts.
Christian Hintze, 21 Dec 2023 20:25
Ready or Not review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Ready or Not review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Genre gem. After months or even years of an early access phase, Ready or Not version 1.0 has finally been released. The tactical shooter is reminiscent of classics such as SWAT 4 and thanks to Unreal Engine, it has some stunning visuals to offer, too.
Florian Glaser, 21 Dec 2023 20:12
Model 3 Highland is getting adaptive headlights (image: Tesla)

Tesla Model 3 to get adaptive cornering headlights at long last

A headlight upgrade that Tesla introduced to the Model 3 way back may finally see its dormant adaptive cornering capabilities unlocked. That's according to some newly unearthed regulatory certification that tips other upcoming headlight features.
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Dec 2023 19:34
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro seemingly can't escape a bad launch. (Image source: u/ACESHIGH10203 on Reddit - edited)

iPhone 15 Pro issues resurface as Apple employee confirms increased defects for premium titanium smartphone

Since the launch of the Apple iPhone 15 series, a number of users have taken to social media with images of swollen iPhone 15 Pro batteries. A recent post claims that a representative at an Apple Store confirmed an increase in the number of cases of warranty repairs for battery issues on Apple's latest Pro iPhone.
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Dec 2023 18:48
ASRock debuts NUC Ultra 100 Motherboard Series (Image source: ASRock)

ASRock NUC Ultra 100 Motherboard Series brings Intel Core Ultra CPUs

ASRock has recently debuted the NUC Ultra 100 BOX series. For those who missed it, it’s a lineup of mini PCs that packs the latest Intel Meteor Lake processors. Now, the brand has released the 4x4 motherboards that power the new mini PCs, offering the flexibility to easily make custom systems with the Intel Core Ultra processors.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Dec 2023 18:26
Honor Pad 9 debuts in China with a display that's focused on viewing comfort (Image source: Honor [Edited])

Honor Pad 9 breaks cover with paper-like display

Honor has held a launch event in China, which unrolled the curtains on a brand-new tablet. Called the Honor Pad 9, it brings a good number of upgrades over the Pad 8. But the tablet's standout feature is its paper-like matte screen, which doubles down on eye protection.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Dec 2023 18:15
Screenshots of the Telegram group show camera footage from bedrooms for sale

Hacked security cam footage from bedrooms, dressing rooms, spas found to be on sale on Telegram group

A disturbing Telegram group has been found selling private footage from hacked security cameras placed in bedrooms, dressing rooms, toilets and spas around Vietnam. The hackers offer three tiers of paid access to the camera footage, claiming that “all footage is dark corners and hot scenes from families”. Security experts point to poor password hygiene as being a major cause behind such hacks.
Vishal Bhardwaj, 21 Dec 2023 17:07
The Pocket 4 Pro will not start shipping until the middle of January 2024. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 4 Pro: New powerful retro gaming handheld launches for under $200

The Pocket 4 Pro is Retroid's most powerful gaming handheld to date. Available for under $200, the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro features a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset, 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and a 5,000 mAh battery.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2023 16:48
The Retroid Pocket 4 comes in six finishes, all with the same underlying hardware running Android 11. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 4 now available with Dimensity 900 chipset and Android 11 in six colour options

Retroid has started selling the Pocket 4, one of three gaming handhelds that it has released today. Available in one of six colour options, the Retroid Pocket 4 combines a 5,000 mAh battery with a MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and and a 4.7-inch display, among other hardware.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2023 16:43
Update 14.12 for the Instinct 2 series also introduces Sensor Hub firmware 27.11. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin delivers bug fixes and improvements for numerous popular smartwatches with new updates

Garmin has released a new stable update for the Instinct 2 series, including the Instinct Crossover. Rolling out as v14.12, the update marks the end of Garmin's beta program for this period and contains over a dozen changes for all eligible smartwatches.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2023 16:37
Eve is remodeling our smart homes for the future. (Image source: Eve).

Eve wants to remodel your smart home with a Matter-enabled wall outlet that runs on Thread

In a recent announcement, Eve Systems makes it clear that smart plugs aren't the future of energy monitoring. The company has announced Matter-over-Thread wall outlets, in addition to Matter-enabled light switches and smart window blinds.
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 21 Dec 2023 15:07
The RG35XX H should ship in multiple colour options. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG35XX H revealed as new compact gaming handheld with Wi-Fi multiplayer and HDMI output options

Anbernic has unveiled the RG35XX H, a horizontal version of the RG35XX Plus that it started selling last month. As such, the Anbernic RG35XX H will soon be available with a 3.5-inch display with enough power to handle PlayStation Portable and Nintendo DS games.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2023 14:30
Retroid only sells the Pocket 2S Metal Edition in one finish. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 2S Metal Edition: Refreshed retro gaming handheld launches with premium shell for $145

Retroid is now selling the Metal Edition of the Pocket 2S, a compact gaming handheld that it teased over five months ago. Available with a modest launch discount, the Retroid Pocket 2S Metal Edition features the same overall hardware as its plastic sibling but with a more premium shell.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2023 14:23

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