LG to bring cloud gaming service to more screens in 2025

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LG is expanding access to its cloud gaming service, Gaming Portal, and adding support for Xbox Cloud Gaming. Gaming Portal, which acts as a dedicated app store for games and organizes cloud gaming services like GeForce NOW and Amazon Luna, is currently only available on LG smart TVs running webOS 23 and up. However, the South Korean technology company plans to bring the feature to its smart monitors and lifestyle screens by the second quarter of 2025. This means you'll be able to play games on these devices without needing a console. With its recent partnership with Microsoft, you'll soon be able to stream Xbox games on your LG screen without needing an Xbox console.

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OnePlus Watch 3 delayed due to typo

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The highly anticipated OnePlus Watch 3, originally slated for release today, February 25, has been pushed back to April 2025. OnePlus announced the delay, citing a minor typographical error discovered on the watch hardware. The error, "Meda in China" instead of "Made in China," is being corrected with a new production batch.

Despite the delay, pre-orders will continue from today with the previously announced discounts for early buyers. Customers who happen to receive a watch with the typo can return it "without question," according to OnePlus.

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Apple's rumoured smart doorbell tipped to get MagSafe support

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Apple has been rumoured to be developing a smart doorbell to compete with Ring. While it isn't expected to come to the market anytime soon, the latest rumour from leaker Kosutami suggests the smart home device will feature MagSafe. It's unclear what the technology would bring to the smart doorbell. But it could enable a better recharging experience. However, it might be a while before we see this rumoured device. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman suggested the smart device won't be available "before the end of next year at the earliest."

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Mercedes-Benz unifies EV, ICE designs

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Mercedes-Benz is unifying the design of its electric and combustion engine vehicles, a move mirroring BMW's strategy. This "coherent design language" across the lineup aims to boost flagging electric vehicle sales by moving away from distinct EV styling, like the polarizing EQS. Despite a previous EV-only pledge, Mercedes will launch 19 new combustion models alongside 17 EVs by 2027, acknowledging current market demand.  

This shift comes as Mercedes faces declining earnings and plans significant cost cuts. New models this year include the CLA (available as both EV and internal combustion engine), electric GLC and C-Class, and a facelifted S-Class. Mercedes will continue offering a range of engines, including V12s, and will shift some production to lower-cost regions.

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