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Alex Alderson
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Garmin fixes Garmin Messenger bug in new beta update for smartwatches but battery drain concerns remain tinyurl.com/ys3545ne #Garmin #GarminVenu #GarminVivoactive #smartwatch #wearable
Garmin fixes Garmin Messenger bug in new beta update for smartwatches but battery drain concerns remain
Garmin has started rolling out a new update for many of its older mid-range smartwatches. While concerns about recent battery life drain persist across its forums, Garmin has sought to resolve other o...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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TrimUI Brick: Game Boy-style retro gaming handheld refreshed amid TrimUI Smart Pro S rumours tinyurl.com/3bxearff #TrimUI #TrimUIBrick #TrimUIBrickHammer #gaming #gaminghandheld #retrogaming
TrimUI Brick: Game Boy-style retro gaming handheld refreshed amid TrimUI Smart Pro S rumours
TrimUI has updated its Brick gaming handheld again. Now available in two new finishes to rival the upcoming Ayaneo Pocket Vert, the TrimUI Brick 'Hammer' can be picked up for less than $100 with a CNC...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Ayaneo Next II footage reveals size of giant AMD Strix Halo gaming handheld before launch tinyurl.com/7tf59wjk #Ayaneo #AyaneoNextII #gaming #gaminghandheld #AMDStrixHalo
Ayaneo Next II footage reveals size of giant AMD Strix Halo gaming handheld before launch
Ayaneo has returned to teasing its Next II gaming handheld. Now powered by AMD Strix Halo APUs like the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, new footage has revealed that the handheld will be one of the largest around ...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Bitmo Lab brings retro gaming handheld vibes to iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max with quirky new cases tinyurl.com/2vka5ude #BitmoLab #gaming #gaminghandheld #iPhone17Pro #iPhone17ProMax
Bitmo Lab brings retro gaming handheld vibes to iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max with quirky new cases
Bitmo Lab has announced the creation of new cases for Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Bringing tactility to retro gaming for both iPhones, the new Gamebaby mirrors Xiaomi's recent Retro H...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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New Asus ROG NUC 2025 rival: Thunderobot launches Mix G2 gaming mini-PC with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU tinyurl.com/354vwfeb #Thunderobot #ThunderobotMixG2 #miniPC #Nvidia #NvidiaGeForceRTX5090 #RTX5090
New Asus ROG NUC 2025 rival: Thunderobot launches Mix G2 gaming mini-PC with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU
The Asus ROG NUC 2025 now has a new rival. Called the Thunderobot Mix G2, the new mini-PC surpasses Asus' gaming mini-PC with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU, as well as an Intel Core Ultra 9 27...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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GPD teases Win 5 gaming handheld refresh with new Panda colour and 128 GB RAM options tinyurl.com/4yzvbt8y #GPD #GPDWin5 #gaming #gaminghandheld #retrogaming #AMDStrixHalo
GPD teases Win 5 gaming handheld refresh with new Panda colour and 128 GB RAM options
GPD is preparing to refresh the Win 5. Announced shortly after the release of the comparable OneXFly Apex, the GPD Win 5 will soon match its OneXPlayer counterpart with up to 128 GB of RAM. Also, this...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold spotted again with dual SIM connectivity before launch tinyurl.com/mtrbse76 #Samsung #GalaxyZTriFold #Android #foldable #trifoldable
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold spotted again with dual SIM connectivity before launch
Samsung is edging towards releasing its long-awaited Huawei Mate XT and Mate XTs rival. Now certified for sale in its international variant guise, the Galaxy Z TriFold is still rumoured to receive a l...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Garmin adds multisport activity feature and improves Garmin Coach with new smartwatch updates tinyurl.com/pbwu94n2 #Garmin #GarminForerunner #Forerunner165 #Forerunner255 #Forerunner265 #Forerunner955 #Forerunner965 #smartwatch #wearable
Garmin adds multisport activity feature and improves Garmin Coach with new smartwatch updates
Garmin has delivered a fresh update for many of its mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, Software Version 26.08 brings plenty of improvements to the table, including one that refines multispo...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Realme GT 8 Pro: Global launch pricing and new release date leak ahead of official debut tinyurl.com/5dkyzkvr #Realme #RealmeGT8Pro #Android #smartphone
Realme GT 8 Pro: Global launch pricing and new release date leak ahead of official debut
A new report has revealed global launch pricing and release timings for Realme's latest flagship smartphone. Combining Ricoh GR cameras with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,000 mAh...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Galaxy S26 Plus: Samsung draws on Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy S25 Ultra designs for Galaxy S25 Plus successor tinyurl.com/nb728cvs #Samsung #GalaxyS26Plus #Android #smartphone
Galaxy S26 Plus: Samsung draws on Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy S25 Ultra designs for Galaxy S25 Plus successor
The Galaxy S26 Plus is expected to launch early next year alongside the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra. In the meantime, a typically reliable leaker has provided an insight into how Samsung will visu...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 leak discounts earlier rumours of ultra-thin radical redesign tinyurl.com/4psfjx85 #Samsung #GalaxyS26 #SamsungGalaxyS26 #Android #smartphone
Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 leak discounts earlier rumours of ultra-thin radical redesign
According to new reports, Samsung will not be bringing a new sub-7 mm thick compact flagship to market next year after all. Despite a respected leaker claiming as much last week, fresh rumours paint a...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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DJI Avata 360 rears its head with launch details and 1/1.1-inch CMOS camera rumoured tinyurl.com/3zds4sdk #DJI #DJIAvata360 #Avata360 #drone #360degreedrone
DJI Avata 360 rears its head with launch details and 1/1.1-inch CMOS camera rumoured
Early photos of DJI's first 360° camera drone have now surfaced online. Indicating a full launch could be occurring soon, the images provide a closer look at the DJI Avata 360 ahead of time.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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Ace Pro 2: Insta360 teases refresh of popular action camera with innovative new accessory before DJI Osmo Action 6 release tinyurl.com/4dr3hax4 #Insta360 #Insta360AcePro2 #AcePro2 #actioncamera #camera
Ace Pro 2: Insta360 teases refresh of popular action camera with innovative new accessory before DJI Osmo Action 6 release
Insta360 is preparing to steal the thunder of another new DJI action camera release. After refreshing the Insta360 X5 in the wake of Osmo 360, the company has now hinted at an innovative Ace Pro 2 ref...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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Abxylute's Super Nintendo-inspired controller released with 30% launch discount and retro styling tinyurl.com/z22m7463 #Abxylute #AbxyluteS9 #mobilecontroller #gaming
Abxylute's Super Nintendo-inspired controller released with 30% launch discount and retro styling
Abxylute has updated its S9 mobile gaming controller with a new Super Nintendo-inspired edition. Also drawing on other classic 90s consoles like the PlayStation 1, the Retro Grey Edition is available ...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro rumoured to disappoint with 16 GB RAM variant reportedly missing from global launch tinyurl.com/mt5w5z7a #Xiaomi #PocoF8Pro #Android #smartphone
Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro rumoured to disappoint with 16 GB RAM variant reportedly missing from global launch
The Poco F8 Pro is edging towards being released. Reportedly, a leaker has now obtained new details about the device ahead of time. Thought to be a global version of the Redmi K90, the Poco F8 Pro may...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra global launch plans detailed before official announcement tinyurl.com/c4x2rxkc #Xiaomi #PocoF8Ultra #Android #smartphone
Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra global launch plans detailed before official announcement
According to a new report, Xiaomi has now settled on the colours and memory configurations for its next Ultra-branded Poco F series smartphone. Lining up next year as the Poco F8 Ultra, the handset is...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Asus announces Prime AP303 gaming ATX case with integrated Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPU bracket to eliminate GPU sag tinyurl.com/3swbeaut #Asus #AsusPrimeAP303 #PrimeAP303 #ATXcase #gaming
Asus announces Prime AP303 gaming ATX case with integrated Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPU bracket to eliminate GPU sag
The Asus Prime AP303 is a new ATX PC case that builds on the older Prime AP201. Available in four variants, the Prime AP303 is large enough to house the largest desktop graphics cards and radiators wh...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Osmo Pocket 4: Launch plans leak ahead of schedule for DJI's next vlogging camera tinyurl.com/mwhm9nnf #DJI #DJIOsmo #OsmoPocket #OsmoPocket4 #camera #vloggingcamera
Osmo Pocket 4: Launch plans leak ahead of schedule for DJI's next vlogging camera
DJI's next Osmo Pocket vlogging camera could be set to debut soon. According to a new report, someone has already let the launch plans for the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 slip before DJI's official announcement...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Xiaomi 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026: Xiaomi confirms global release for new gaming monitor with three upgrades on older model tinyurl.com/muu7un6z #Xiaomi #2KGamingMonitor #G27Qi #gaming #gamingmonitor
Xiaomi 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026: Xiaomi confirms global release for new gaming monitor with three upgrades on older model
Xiaomi has detailed the Xiaomi 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026 ahead of its official release. Launching globally, the new monitor contains three significant upgrades on the 2025 edition that relate to pi...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Minisforum releases new MS-R1 mini-PC with powerful CIX CP8180 ARM chipset and up to 64 GB of RAM tinyurl.com/2ktcpb93 #Minisforum #MinisforumMSR1 #miniPC #ARM #CIXCP8180 #miniworkstation
Minisforum releases new MS-R1 mini-PC with powerful CIX CP8180 ARM chipset and up to 64 GB of RAM
Minisforum has now released what it describes as an 'ARM challenger' that packs 'serious power'. Discounted across the board at launch, the Minisforum MS-R1 combines a 12-core ARM chipset with up to 6...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Coros Pace 4 launches as new runners smartwatch with AMOLED display and improved battery life tinyurl.com/hyyfnm7z #Coros #CorosPace4 #smartwatch #wearable
Coros Pace 4 launches as new runners smartwatch with AMOLED display and improved battery life
Coros has now updated its Pace smartwatch series with a fourth-generation model. Available for a $20 surcharge on the outgoing Pace 3, the Pace 4 features numerous upgrades including longer battery li...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Garmin rumoured to be releasing magnetic digital crown technology with mockup of future smartwatch already revealed tinyurl.com/y6djmh6x #Garmin #GarminVenu #GarminVivoactive #smartwatch #wearable
Garmin rumoured to be releasing magnetic digital crown technology with mockup of future smartwatch already revealed
According to a new report, Garmin has developed an alternative to Apple and Samsung's digital crown solutions. Aided by a crown guard, this new technology would rely upon a Hall effect sensor to maxim...
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November 10, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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OneXPlayer releases OneXFly Apex gaming handheld with liquid cooling, 120 Hz VRR display, 128 GB of RAM and powerful AMD Strix Halo APUs tinyurl.com/bdhtc88d #OneXPlayer #OneXFlyApex #gaming #gaminghandheld
OneXPlayer releases OneXFly Apex gaming handheld with liquid cooling, 120 Hz VRR display, 128 GB of RAM and powerful AMD Strix Halo APUs
The OneXFly Apex is now available to order globally. Starting at $1,399, OneXPlayer's latest Windows gaming handheld features a 120 Hz VRR display, AMD Strix Halo APUs, optional liquid cooling, up to ...
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November 10, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 and Redmi Note 15 Pro launch timeline tipped with key changes for global models on the horizon tinyurl.com/5n6n54fc #Xiaomi #RedmiNote15 #RedmiNote15Pro #Android #smartphone
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 and Redmi Note 15 Pro launch timeline tipped with key changes for global models on the horizon
The Redmi Note 15 and Redmi Note 15 Pro have resurfaced in new rumours before their global and Indian releases. While new evidence has now put forward a launch window, other rumours suggest that Xiaom...
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November 10, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Garmin introduces new updates for multiple smartwatches to fix CIQ watch face battery drain while adding Health Status and Pulse Ox features tinyurl.com/3tef979h #Garmin #Instinct3 #InstinctE #InstinctCrossover #smartwatch #wearable
Garmin introduces new updates for multiple smartwatches to fix CIQ watch face battery drain while adding Health Status and Pulse Ox features
Garmin has offered up a new round of updates for many of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, Beta Version 12.17 introduces two new features for compatible smartwatches while also ...
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November 10, 2025 at 11:41 AM