Technology News (Page 11)
Mobile, hardware, software, security, and startups; a summary of the most important news from the tech world.
Samsung Odyssey G7 drops to $499.99, saving you $400
Big-screen PC gaming feels a lot better when your monitor can fill more of your view, and Samsung’s 37-inch Odyssey G7 is built for exactly that. There’s also a strong deal on Amazon right now, dropping this curved 4K gaming monitor to $499.99. See the deal at Amazon
OnePlus just unveiled a monster 16R preview, and we’re suitably jealous
TL;DR OnePlus has launched the Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro in China, packing 9,000mAh batteries, 185Hz gaming displays, and 200MP main cameras. The phones could offer an early glimpse of the OnePlus 16R, although the Ace 6-to-15R transition suggests some hardware changes are possible. With OnePlus ending official US launches, Americans hoping to upgrade to the 16R may need to import one. OnePlus may have packed its bags and…
Deal slashes the Nothing Headphone (a) by $70
The Nothing Headphone (a) stands out right away with Nothing’s transparent-inspired look, but there’s more going on here than style. This newer over-ear ANC model is built as a value-focused option in the brand’s lineup, and there’s a solid deal on Amazon right now. See the deal at Amazon
Rokid takes on Meta Ray-Ban Displays with its own rival
Credit: Notebookcheck TL;DR The Rokid Color and Rokid Glasses 2 have been announced. The Color features 0.16cc microLED full-color displays, and the Glasses 2 have a single microLED waveguide display. The company plans to globally debut both pairs of smart glasses at CES 2027. Since Meta began leading the smart glasses market, many brands have been working to snatch its crown. Among them, Rokid may be one of the…
This open-source project lets you sync Withings data to other apps without a subscription
When it was revealed earlier this month that Withings would require new users to subscribe to a Withings Plus subscription to sync heath data from the company's devices to third-party apps, Tom Anthony, who was already fed up with the Withings mobile app which they describe as a "bloated mess," became motivated to "free" their scales. Anthony's solution was to create an open source project called YourOwnWeigh that…
This 4-port UGREEN 160W GaN charger is back to its lowest price
One charger can make a big difference when your desk or travel bag is full of cables and power bricks. The UGREEN Nexode Pro 160W GaN Charger is built for that kind of setup, and it’s now down to $94.99 on Amazon, which is a 37% discount off the $149.99 RRP. See the deal at Amazon
ThermoWorks debuts shorter version of its RFX Meat wireless probe for small cuts
The RFX Meat Mini offers nearly identical performance to the full-sized grilling probe.
Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Holdings is acquiring ADT for $7.6 billion
The Joshua Kushner-led Thrive Holdings is acquiring ADT in an all-cash deal valued at $7.6 billion. The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027 and will take ADT private, as reported earlier by Bloomberg . Joshua Kushner is the brother of President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Thrive Holdings was founded last year, serving as an offshoot of Joshua Kushner's venture capital firm Thrive…
Soundcore Boom 2 Plus falls to one of its best prices
The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is down to $169.99 on Amazon right now, which cuts $80 off its $249.99 retail price. That’s a 32% discount relative to the RRP, and it’s a strong price for a big outdoor speaker that doesn’t often dip much lower. See the deal at Amazon
Skullcandy Crusher Evo deal cuts $88 off these bass-heavy headphones
The Skullcandy Crusher Evo deal on Amazon is a big one right now. These wireless over-ear headphones are down to $131.99 from their $219.99 recommended retail price, which is a 40% discount and saves you $88. See the deal at Amazon
Is your Pixel 9 Pro Fold acting up? Google support may offer a big upgrade to replace it
TL;DR A couple of Pixel 9 Pro Fold owners have received a Pixel 11 Pro Fold as a replacement after hardware issues. This appears to be part of a wider Pixel 9 Pro Fold bug, with issues ranging from a non-functional display to dead front cameras. It’s hard to gauge how severe this problem is right now, but it may be wise to contact Google support if your Pixel 9 Pro Fold is facing similar trouble. Regardless of which…
Deals: M6 and PROLED MacBook Touch pre-order offers, OLED iPad mini, M6 Mac mini, more
Alongside the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 and the ongoing Apple TV 4K pre-order discount , pre-orders are now live on the new OLED iPad mini , M6 MacBook Pro , M6 iMac , and the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display – we have uncovered some FREE $50 and $100 gift card offers for you below on them. Apple’s official World Travel Kit as well as the upgraded 70W and 140W Power Adapters are live alongside the…
Pixel 10 Pro XL owners can grab Google’s PixelSnap case for 58% off
Google’s PixelSnap Phone Case for the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the official case for the phone and is built around Google’s own magnetic accessory system. There’s also a strong deal on it right now, which makes this a good time to pick one up on Amazon. See the deal at Amazon
Apple TV’s new crime thriller hailed as ‘impossible to stop watching’
Apple TV has a new crime thriller premiering tonight— Nocturne —and early reviews indicate it could be another hit series for the streamer. more…
FromSoftware delays The Duskbloods until 2027
The studio is taking more time to refine the "rules and balance" of the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB plunges by $472 in one of its best deals ever
Big-screen phone fans have a strong option on the table right now. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is built for people who want plenty of space for videos, games, photos, and work, and there’s a solid deal on Amazon that makes it easier to grab. See the deal at Amazon
US data centers could wipe out 15 years' worth of progress in greenhouse gas emissions, report claims — buildouts could emit as much carbon dioxide as all of Mexico
Concerns have been mounting everywhere about the environmental impact of data centers, with alarms ringing at various environmental think tanks. The Sierra Club, one of the oldest environmental preservation organizations in the U.S., has now put forth an estimate that by 2030, U.S. data center buildouts will be outputting as much carbon dioxide as the entirety of Mexico, pushing back progress on greenhouse gas…
There’s one week left to preorder the Ocarina of Time remake for $10 off
The long-awaited remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 launches next Thursday, November 5th. In other words, you have a week remaining to secure your physical edition with a $10 discount at Amazon and Walmart . Once the game launches, the physical version will almost certainly go from $59.99 to $69.99 while the digital version will stay at $59.99. The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of…
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 prices hit $2,000, costing more than the RTX 5090 did at launch and with limited stock available — original $999 MSRP long forgotten, with prices now 2-3x higher
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, Nvidia's second-fastest GPU from its current generation, now costs as much as the RTX 5090 did, on paper, when it launched. Prices have reached $2,000 and higher, with most of the available stock online limited to third-party sellers. If you can find it in stock, it may end up costing you two to three times as much as it did when it launched. The cheapest, in-stock RTX 5080 available to…
HyperX Omen 35L review: A polished gaming PC for deep pockets
HP’s HyperX Omen 35L is ambitious, and it’s hard not to be impressed by it in our maxed-out test guise with a Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Nvidia RTX 5080. From its monochrome design and extensive RGB lighting to its top-tier components, it checks the boxes enthusiasts are looking for. But when a PC is $6,211 like our test configuration, it raises the question of whether the Omen 35L’s blend of style, performance, and…
Bluesky blocks links to leaked DHS employee data as government seeks takedowns
The social networking site is facing criticism for blocking access to the site, which identifies thousands of ICE agents and other employees working for Homeland Security.
DoorDash to acquire Instacart for $17B
The acquisition would bring two major players in on-demand delivery under one roof, combining DoorDash’s dominance in restaurant takeout with Instacart’s reach in grocery delivery.
Apple finally combined a toaster and a refrigerator
For more than 15 years, Apple has had a pretty simple answer to the idea of a touchscreen MacBook: no. Yesterday, Apple finally decided to think different and announce one anyway . "You've gotta touch it to believe it," says Apple CEO John Ternus. He might be right: I haven't yet touched it, and I still can't quite believe it. Steve Jobs first called touchscreen laptops "ergonomically terrible" in 2010, arguing that…
Slice Into GFN Thursday: ‘Phantom Blade Zero’ Launches on GeForce NOW
This Halloween week, GFN Thursday is delivering a fresh batch of gaming treats. Something wicked this blade comes. S-GAME’s Phantom Blade Zero launches on GeForce NOW today, bringing a scarily good blend of martial arts and punk fantasy to the cloud. There’s also something on the horizon for adventurers: World of Warcraft: Forever arrives Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. PST, with a launch-week access reward coming for…