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Garmin has unveiled the Enduro 4, a rugged smartwatch rated for up to 320 hours of battery life on a single charge. The watch shares the health and fitness tracking features found in Garmin's Fenix 9 Pro line.
XGIMI has opened US reservations for its Aura 3 Max and Pro ultra-short-throw projectors, which launch on Kickstarter October 20. The Max starts at $2,399 and the Pro at $2,199, though a refundable $50 deposit lowers those to $2,199 and $1,999 respectively; full retail prices will be $4,999 and $3,999. Both run Google TV, support 4K at 120Hz, and ship starting in December.
Amazon has cut the price of Intel's Core Ultra 5 250K Plus by 34%, bringing it to $145, its lowest price yet. The 18-core, 18-thread chip originally launched at $200 before its MSRP rose to $220, and it was part of Intel's revamped Arrow Lake lineup alongside the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus.
Amazon is selling Motorola's flagship flip foldable, the Razr Ultra 2026, for $1,399.99, down from its $1,499.99 list price as part of Prime Day deals. The phone features a 7-inch inner AMOLED display, 4-inch outer screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and a 5,000mAh battery rated for up to 36 hours. The discount requires an active Amazon Prime membership, though new users can access a free 30-day trial.
The Sonos Arc Ultra, a premium Dolby Atmos soundbar, is now available for $899 on Amazon, down from its usual $1,099. It features advanced sound technology aimed at creating an immersive home theater experience with enhanced bass and surround effects. The device can be integrated into larger Sonos systems for expanded audio setup, and has received positive reviews from buyers.
A comparison outlines key differences between Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo foldable, shipping October 23, and Motorola's Razr Ultra, already on the market. The Duo opens into a passport-style 7.6-inch iPad-like display and uses Apple's A20 Pro chip, while the Razr Ultra opens into a standard 7-inch candybar layout and runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with 16GB of RAM. Both devices use dual rear cameras, with Apple rated at 48 megapixels and Motorola at 50, while Motorola's front camera outpaces the Duo's at 50 megapixels versus 12.
Samsung has begun distributing the fourth beta of One UI 9 Watch for the Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic in South Korea, including bug fixes and interface improvements. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is also receiving its third beta update, with similar changes. The rollout is expected to expand to other regions soon, with a stable release still pending.
Amazon has discounted the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to $1,699.99, marking a $400 reduction from its original retail price of $2,099.99. This deal, available exclusively to Prime members, is the lowest price since the device's launch in August 2026. The foldable features a slimmer design, a high-end Snapdragon processor, and a 200MP main camera, making it a flagship device at a significant discount.
Amazon is offering the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB at a discounted price of $1,179.99, down from its original $1,599.99, representing a 26% reduction. The device features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, with additional enhancements like AI features and improved stabilization.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 with 256GB storage has dropped to $1,549.99 at Amazon, down from $1,899.99, with Best Buy pricing it $100 higher. The Z Fold 8 Ultra now starts at $1,699.99, down from $2,099.99, marking $150 off its previous lowest price.
During Amazon's fall Prime Day sale, several Apple Watch Series 12 models reached their lowest prices ever, with discounts approaching $50. The new Apple Watch Ultra 4 also saw significant markdowns, with some configurations nearly $100 off, including the Black Titanium version with a Burgundy Trail Loop. Additionally, the recently released ceramic Apple Watch Series 12 is available at a premium price point during the sale.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, highlighting its refined hardware, impressive inner display, and flagship Snapdragon processor. Despite its high performance and sleek design, the device's premium price of over $2,000 may deter many potential buyers.