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The iPhone 17 series was launched at Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ event on September 9, and the latest Pro models from the Cupertino-based tech giant have undergone a major redesign. A teardown video for the iPhone 17 Pro gives a glimpse of its internals, including the new vapour chamber, and rate its repairability. The loss of the dual-entry design and the use of multiple types of screws made the self-repair a bit tricky, although battery replacements could become easier than before.

Google has rolled out a “Mark as Read” feature for Gmail notifications on Android, letting users quickly mark emails as read without opening them. While it may have a limited impact for those who manage their inbox meticulously, it helps others track read and unread messages efficiently. Users can still open the full email if more details are needed. Additionally, Gmail on iOS now shows sender avatars, making it easier to identify important senders and prioritise messages at a glance.

Oppo Pad 5 was spotted on the Geekbench website ahead of its possible launch next month. The tablet is listed with model number Oppo OPD2506. The listing suggests MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoC, Android 16 operating system and 12GB RAM on the tablet. It got 2,673 points in single-core testing and 7,839 points in multi-core testing.

DJI Osmo Nano was globally unveiled on Tuesday by the Chinese tech company. It is presently available in select markets, including Canada, the UK, and the EU. It is offered in a 64GB base storage variant and the higher-end 128GB storage option. The company stated that the new DJI Osmo provides “professional-level visuals” while retaining its compact form factor.

The HP OmniBook X Flip 14 has a premium and sleek design language. The laptop packs a 14-inch 3K OLED display that offers punchy colours. It also features a powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor that can deliver top-notch performance and provide a decent battery life. The device also features a decent keyboard with short key travel and a large touchpad for a smooth typing and scrolling experience.