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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 MSRP $249.00 “The Powerbeats Pro 2 are comfortable, secure, and full of features that make them perfect for working out, or even everyday use.” Pros Solid, satisfying sound Extremely secure, comfortable fit Physical buttons Heart rate monitoring Works well with iOS and Android OS Cons Case is still bulky ANC is not quite as good as competitors Table of Contents Table of Contents Beats Powerbeats 2 specs A more compact design and secure fit Satisfying sound Noise canceling and transparency Using your ears’ heartbeat Exceptional versatility Battery life and charging Physical buttons, for the win Our…

Nvidia’s RTX 5090 is facing early concerns as reports of melting 16-pin power connectors have emerged, evoking memories of the infamous RTX 4090 connector failures. Two separate incidents have surfaced, both pointing to potential issues with the GPU’s power delivery system, despite Nvidia’s efforts to prevent such problems with its updated 12V-2×6 connector standard. According to The Verge, the first reported incident involved an RTX 5090 user on Reddit who noticed a burning smell while playing Battlefield 5, leading them to inspect their system. Upon closer examination, they discovered that their power cable had melted on both ends—where it connected…

Vivo T4x 5G was previously spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website, suggesting its imminent launch in the country. Now, a report has shared the expected launch timeline and hinted at some of its key features. The possible price range, colour options, and likely design elements have also been tipped. The Vivo T4x 5G is said to succeed the Vivo T3x 5G, which was launched in the country in April 2024 with a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC.Vivo T4x 5G India Launch Timeline, Price Range, Key Features (Expected)The Vivo T4x 5G will likely launch in India in March 2025, according to…

Instagram is introducing its Teen Accounts functionality to users in India, as part of ongoing efforts to keep younger users safe on the Meta-owned platform. The feature restricts the functionality of accounts owned by underage users on the service, while requiring parental consent to change some settings on the platform. Instagram will also allow parents of users above the age of 16 to enable supervision features, and certain offensive words and phrases will be filtered out of messages and comments.Instagram Teen Accounts Begin Rolling Out to Users in PhasesIn a blog post announcing the expansion of Teen Accounts in India,…

Looking for a powerful device with a huge discount? Make sure to check out 2-in-1 laptop deals at Lenovo, because they’re blowing up right now. For instance, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9, with an estimated value of $3,169, is on sale for only $1,426 at Lenovo. That’s a 55% discount that translates to massive savings of $1,743, but you need to act fast if you’re interested. We’re not sure when the stocks that are up for sale run out, so complete your purchase immediately if you want to get this machine for less than half-price. Why you should…

Google Pixel 9a is likely to be launched in the coming weeks as the company’s successor to the midrange Pixel 8a model, and images of the official covers for the handset have surfaced online. These design of these cases appear to corroborate previous reports about the design of the handset, which is expected to resemble the company’s Pixel 9 smartphone. This year, the Pixel 9a might arrive by March, which is at least two months earlier than the company’s typical launch schedule.Google Pixel 9a Case Colour Options (Expected)Android Authority has published images of silicone cases for the purported Pixel 9a,…

It’s no secret that Apple sometimes waits a little longer than its competitors when it comes to releasing new tech in its products, but that approach often makes the delay worthwhile. Just look at the M4 iPad Pro: rival tablets have had OLED displays for years, but when Apple entered the fray in 2024, its tandem OLED panel blew everyone else out of the water. I’ve been hoping for a long time that the company will pull a similar move with its best MacBooks, bringing OLED screens to its popular laptops that are far above what anyone else can offer.…

The slim and edgy design of Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge sets it apart from its usual lineup of Galaxy smartphones. While Samsung showcased the smartphone at its Galaxy S25 series launch event, the brand did not announce an availability date, indicating that Samsung is still in the process of finalising its hardware. While there have been several leaks and rumours, a recent one sheds light on a very important hardware detail—its battery capacity.According to a post on Weibo by Ice Universe, Samsung’s brand-new smartphone model will pack a 3,900mAh battery. If this claim is genuine, it still isn’t bad by…

Microsoft has offered to widen the price differential between its Office product sold with its chat and video app Teams and its software sold without the app in a bid to avert a possible EU antitrust fine, according to three sources.The move by the US tech giant comes five years after Salesforce-owned Slack complained to the European Commission about Microsoft’s tying of Teams with Office. In 2023, German rival alfaview filed a similar grievance to the EU watchdog.Teams, which was added to Office 365 in 2017 for free and eventually replaced Skype for Business, became popular during the pandemic due…

Table of Contents Table of Contents Choose your Leader with a plan Expand with purpose Manage your resources and trade Use your Influence wisely Focus on your objectives The Civilization series has been a fan favorite for decades. This 4X series allows you to take a civilization from early history and build it up all the way through the ages — as long as you survive that long, that is. Civilization 7 is the latest entry and is far more than just a graphical update. There are dozens of new civilizations to play with, mechanics to learn, and strategies to employ…