Valerion Thunderbeat 4.1.2 Can Valerion’s sound system live up to its ferocious name? What Hi-Fi? · Aug 13
I tested the TCL QM7L — and it’s my top Mini-LED TV value of the year The TCL QM7L is one of the best mid-range Mini-LED TVs with impressive brightness and HDR performance, solid gaming experience and surprisingly good speakers. Tom’s Guide · Aug 13
I tested a music-lover's $1,499 all-in-one soundbar — and it's not by Samsung, Bose, or Sony The Bluesound Pulse Cinema is a pretty pricey all-in-one soundbar, but has great bass, great music performance, and great buildability. Tom’s Guide · Aug 13
Not thrilled by the new Google Pixel Watch 5? Here are 3 Android smartwatches we recommend instead, based on our own testing data We've picked out three rugged, stylish and cheaper Wear OS alternatives if you don't want the Pixel Watch 5. TechRadar · Aug 13
OLED monitors more popular than ever says analyst firm, which makes sense as one of the few good deals left in PC gaming Shipments are up nearly 100% since last year. PC Gamer · Aug 13
I tested the HyperX Omen 15, and it almost made me forget my PS5 The HyperX Omen 15 pairs a subtle design and crisp OLED with good RTX 5070 gaming performance. Battery life, fan noise, and bloat keep it from perfection. Tom’s Guide · Aug 13
New 2D memory device stores data on just a single electron Researchers build a new memory device following a single-electron storage breakthrough. It could make transferring data faster and more energy-efficient. LiveScience · Aug 13
Is the Sky Glass Gen 2 worth the money? I've used it at home for more than a year — here are my thoughts on it compared to rivals from LG, Samsung and Sony The Sky Glass TVs stand as a unusual proposition in a highly competitive market — but is it worth snapping one up still today? TechRadar · Aug 13
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids With great software and battery for two days, the pricey svelte folder strikes best balance between phone and tablet The Guardian - UK · Aug 13
South Korea's Kospi swings from bear to bull market in just a month. Is AI trade regaining strength? South Korea’s KOSPI has swung from bear to bull market in just a month, surging over 31% from its July low. A sharp rebound in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix has driven the rally, reviving optimism around AI-linked chip stocks. Analysts see scope for further gains, but warn of heightened… The Economic Times · Aug 13
Sony Bravia 9 II True RGB TV vs 8 II OLED: After testing both, here’s what we recommend The Sony Bravia 9 II True RGB TV is one of the top TVs of 2026, and the 8 II OLED is Sony's top OLED. Here's how they compare — from performance to design and price. Tom’s Guide · Aug 13
Global Market: SK Hynix, Samsung lead South Korea stocks higher on AI boost South Korean shares surged, with the Kospi rising 3.73% to a three-week high, led by chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. Gains followed overnight strength in US AI stocks and reports of Temasek investments. Foreign investors bought $778.5 million of equities, while the won strengthened 0.38% against the dollar. The Economic Times · Aug 13
Korean stocks rise 22% in 10 days as chip rally regains steam The benchmark Kospi gained as much as 4.8% on Thursday, extending its gain from a July 30 low to around 22%. Heavyweight memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. drove the advance, each jumping more than 5%. The Economic Times · Aug 13
Made by Google Event LIVE from NYC — here's everything Google announced today Google's Made by Google 2026 event kicks off late this evening, but it's already announced its flagship Pixel 11 lineup, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag tracker, and more. Tom’s Guide · Aug 12
TechRadar · Aug 12 I shot the solar eclipse with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, but only this app made it possible to capture my slice of solar system heaven The Solar Eclipse of 2026 provided a unique opportunity to test the limits of smartphone photography and try out an iPhone app that really makes it work.
Benzinga · Aug 12 SK Hynix, Samsung Stocks Rally as Singapore State Fund Adds Stakes on Memory Giants A sovereign wealth fund may be preparing to buy two memory stocks, and Wall Street immediately treated it as a sector-wide signal.
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Samsung, SK Hynix rally as Temasek investment report lifts chip stocks South Korean chipmakers rallied significantly after a media report surfaced. Temasek Holdings reportedly plans direct investments in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. This news boosted investor confidence, which had waned after a July selloff. The chipmakers' shares saw substantial gains, and the benchmark Kospi index also climbed. Analysts view this…
Android Central · Aug 12 One UI 9 Beta 5 is here, but rumors about what's next are living in our heads rent-free Samsung started rolling out One UI 9 Beta 5 to enrolled Galaxy S26 testers in several overseas regions amid a One UI 9.5 rumor.
Android Central · Aug 12 How fast is the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold charging speed? The Pixel 11 Pro Fold retains the same battery life claim as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but in a lighter package. Wireless charging is faster, thanks to Qi2 (25W).
Android Central · Aug 12 Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof? The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are Samsung's latest and greatest foldables — but are they waterproof? Here's what you need to know.
T3 · Aug 12 Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold may be 10% lighter, but Samsung's Z Fold 8 has my heart The foldables market has been turned on its head this year
Android Central · Aug 12 Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Not as straightforward as you think The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is heavier than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, has a smaller battery, and the cameras aren't as good. Is this an easy win for Samsung? Not really.
TechRadar · Aug 12 I spent a couple of hours with the new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold — it’s not a reinvention, but a nudge toward perfection The Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets a refined design, upgraded components, and a fascinating new HiLights hardware feature, while remaining true to its flexible, Gemini-centric roots.
Android Central · Aug 12 Sharing between Pixel phones just got a whole lot simpler Google just made file sharing effortless by letting you swap contacts, photos, and videos simply by tapping two Android phones together.
What Hi-Fi? · Aug 12 Google's new Pixel 11 lineup features super-bright OLED displays and spatial audio support Could these Android smartphones be perfect for movies and music?