JMGO has announced that its Kickstarter campaign for the innovative N1 Ultra 4K projector has come to an end, having amassed over US$2 million in the process. The device attracted this much backing thanks to claims of in-house "Brilliant Color" optics and an innovative "Gimbal System". Now, the OEM indicates that it is getting ready to ship the N1 Ultra to its backers, and also prepare it for release to retail.

GEEKOM has announced that it has collaborated with Asus on its latest mini-PC. The AS 6 is backed to "outshine" Intel's NUC 13 Pro with a Ryzen 9 6900HX top-end model. It also boasts dual USB4 and dual HDMI 2.1 ports in a MIL-STD-810H-rated chassis and, thus, multiple high-res monitors. The new GEEKOM x Asus AS 6 is available to pre-order from now.

Google continues to tease the Pixel Tablet ahead of its I/O 2023 release, with the company now showcasing units during Milan Design Week. Meanwhile, a hands-on video showing the Pixel Fold has appeared online.

A new report from SmartApfel claims that IKEA will launch new FYRTUR and KADRILJ smart blinds in 2024. The products are expected to have improved functionality, which currently includes wireless app control and Apple HomeKit compatibility. The existing models are still on sale in various countries, though listed as "last chance to buy" in some areas.

Xiaomi has launched the Smart Home Hub 2 in countries including the UK, Spain and Germany. The gadget is twice as powerful as its predecessor, the Mi Smart Home Hub, with support for Bluetooth, Bluetooth mesh and Zigbee protocols. Plus, the device has an RJ45 port and is powered via USB-C.

Google has released a new Public Preview update for the Google Home app. The update allows smartwatches running Wear OS 3 to display notifications with preview images from Nest cameras and video doorbells, among other changes.

The Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1) is currently discounted at the brand’s US store, offering a 15% off coupon. The gadget is compatible with various Windows and macOS devices, with 85W pass-through charging and a Gigabit Ethernet port. Plus, the device supports external monitors with resolutions up to 4K@60Hz.

ENGWE has discounted its new P26 e-bike in the US, UK and EU. You can save up to US$350 on the commuter model, with deals at the ENGWE store and Amazon. While the EU variant has a 250W motor for a top assistance speed of 16 mph (~25 kph), the US variant has an 800W engine delivering speeds up to 28 mph (~45 kph).

A power cell that can reportedly last for the lifespan of an 18-wheeler has been announced by the battery innovators from Northvolt. Created in cooperation with Scania trucks, the cell could eventually last 1.5 million kilometers before degradation sets in, or the life cycle of the big rig itself, replacing diesel as a fuel in the process.

Word on the grapevine currently seems to indicate the Galaxy S24 series will arrive next year with the Exynos 2400 in tow. Not much is known about the next-gen Samsung flagship SoC, but a leak now purports to throw light on the chipset's CPU performance.

Apple is doubling down on high-res sensors, it appears. According to new reports, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is set to debut with a new 48 MP camera that's bigger and more powerful than the iPhone 14 Pro Max's. The iPhone 15 Pro may not get the same hardware, sadly, however.

New information about AMD's upcoming mobile APUs have leaked online indicating significant upgrades to CPU and GPU performance. Next gen APUs include Hawk Point and Strix Point for the Premium Mobile segment, Strix Halo that is slated to take on Apple silicon with RTX 4070-class RDNA 3.5 graphics, and Fire Range, which is the purported successor to Dragon Range.

Released back in early November 2020, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X desktop processor now has a US$309 list price on Amazon. Thankfully, the ongoing 50% discount pushes the price of this chip down to a wallet-friendly value of US$153.60, which keeps it relevant in late April 2023. This processor ships with a Wraith Stealth cooler.

The rumored successor to the OnePlus Nord N20 has turned up in a new leak, thought to signal that the device will become available soon. It is thought to have the same specs as the brand's latest affordable Android smartphone, but to be destined for release in the North American market. Its latest tip hints at some of its specs for its new market.

The 65-inch model variant of the popular Mini-LED has finally returned to its lowest sale price thus far on Amazon, which is where the Hisense U8H can now be ordered for a reasonable price of US$899 including free shipping.

At a starting price of well over US$1,000, the Vivo X Fold2 is probably the world's most expensive new foldable smartphone. It is also the first of its kind that packs 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging into its thin and light form-factor. Then again, according to a new online tear-down, it should be relatively easy to fix, at least.

Samsung is now said to launch next-gen flagship Android smartphones that go to whole new lengths for increased screen-on time. This might involve scaling batteries typically used in electric vehicles (EVs) down to those of a size usable in mobile devices for potentially improved specs. The OEM is said to partner with 2 Chinese companies in the industry for this purpose.

With sequential read speeds of almost 7,500 MB/s, the insanely fast (and accordingly priced) Samsung 990 PRO 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is now down by 38% on Amazon, so those interested can get it for US$179.99 instead of US$289.99. The 1 TB model is also discounted and currently goes for US$99.99 (down from US$169.99).

Apple is tipped to try and make the world accept its Reality (headset) during WWDC 2023. The first-gen VR/AR platform is now backed to come with its own version of Safari, FaceTime, Fitness, Siri and more on its allegedly impending launch. However, it seems the Cupertino giant has gone and developed something for it that might end up being a major sticking point to its adoption.

Available on Amazon since September 2021, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini 65% wireless mechanical gaming keyboard features Chroma RGB lighting and up to 200 hours of battery life. With a list price of US$199.99, the Phantom Edition is now down to US$94.99, while the regular one drops from US$179.99 to US$89.99.

The well-built base model from the current 2023 MacBook Pro lineup can now be ordered for a reduced sale price of US$1,749 after Amazon introduced a notable 12 percent discount on the very quick 14-inch multimedia laptop with the lightning-fast Apple M2 SoC.

Off-road motorcycles are almost a perfect application for electric bikes — precise throttle control, simplicity, and buckets of torque are boons on the trail, and the range demands aren't as high as road bikes. Yet, electric motorcycles aren't nearly as popular as electric cars. That said, here are some of the best electric options in the off-road world.

Realme is thought to launch a series of mid-range smartphones soon that will switch to a disc-like camera hump that just happens to look like that of Xiaomi's latest premium Android device. Its flagship, the "11 Pro Plus", is also now said to launch with cameras that threaten even the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's out-of-this-world headlining feature.

In a court ruling that sets a precedence for other car crashes with active Tesla Autopilot in the defendant's corner, the driver-assist feature has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Driver negligence was deemed the cause of the crash, and the jurors were adamant that the Model S gave plenty of indications it is not a self-driving car.

Samsung US has just added the Galaxy S22 series to its Certified Re-Newed program. It allows consumers to buy the ex-flagship Android smartphones as "expertly" refurbished units through the OEM's official website for reduced prices. Then again, similarly sustainable deals are available elsewhere, with even better discounts in some cases.

It's Earth Day 2023, and, thus, a potentially ideal time to augment your personal or home audio set-up finished in FSC-certified wood. If so, House of Marley has you covered with speakers, ANC TWS earbuds or wireless headphones in sustainable style. They often back it up with high-quality materials such as stainless steel and recyclable aluminum.

A Nintendo Switch successor has been mentioned in a new social media post from a user who has been nicknamed “retail uncle” or “buyer uncle”, but not in the form of the widely used "Switch 2" moniker. The source brings back the “Switch Pro” and even more puzzlingly also includes a mention for the PS5 Pro in a now widely discussed tweet.

Even the spacious 4TB variant of the budget-friendly Crucial P3 Plus is now approaching the US$200 mark as another SSD sale at a well-known online retailer offers the M.2 storage module for just US$215 including shipping.

GMK is now selling two new mini PCs powered by AMD Ryzen 7 CPUs. The NucBox K1 has an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H, and the NucBox K2 has an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS. Both machines are similar in every other regard.

The Tesla Model 3 is one of the company's most popular cars, but there are still plenty of issues with the vehicle. Common owner complaints include build quality issues and ridiculously long repair wait times. Not to mention the company's controversial CEO, anti-right-to-repair policies, or the many recalls that Tesla has had to issue over the years. Fortunately you don't have to buy a Tesla to enjoy electrification.

The third-gen Xiaomi Mix Fold is now said to launch as a foldable smartphone with the updated Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. More alleged specs have emerged for the supposedly upcoming super-flagship Android smartphone, which may indicate both advantages and disadvantages over the new Vivo X Fold 2 with the same SoC.

Compal has announced the Mobile Office, its latest concept laptop. Presented with an unusual design, the Compal Mobile Office brings a new form factor to the laptop market with a foldable palm rest and hidden ports, among other features.

According to a renowned analyst, Apple will sell its first 15-inch MacBook Air with two processor options. Reiterating an earlier rumour, the analyst alleges that the MacBook Air 15 will miss out on the Apple M3. There is no Apple M2 Pro option on the cards, either.

The best evidence yet that OPPO's supposed third-gen foldable flagship smartphone will re-brand globally as the "OnePlus V Fold" in 2023 has turned up in a new leak. It consists of a diagram that contains what might be a brand signature feature; then again, there are some issues with the tip in question.

MINISFORUM has lifted the lid on the B550 Pro, a mini-PC that it will sell under its Uranus series. Like the Elitemini B550 before it, the B550 Pro will feature two PCIe 3.0 slots for GPU, SSD or network card expansion, among other uses. The mini-PC should be powerful too, thanks to support for up to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D.

According to a leaker, Samsung will start mass producing its next-generation foldables a few weeks earlier than last year. While mass production is still expected to begin in June, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 could launch sooner than expected as a result.

Robo & Kala touted its eponymous tablet PC as the thinnest and lightest machine in its category on its launch via Kickstarter. That event has gone so well that the start-up is now able to sell the 2-in-1 via its own online shop. It also now sells accessories such as the device's magnetic keyboard and Smart Pen.

Motorola has started teasing the release of its next Razr-branded smartphone. While the company has not revealed a specific release date yet, it has hinted at significant cover display improvements, including a faster refresh rate. Meanwhile, various sources have seemingly confirmed the device's global model name as the Razr 40 Ultra.

According to reports, Samsung is finally set to replace the Exynos W920 with this year's Galaxy Watch series, which it offers in all its One UI Watch-based smartwatches. The new Exynos W980 is rumoured to feature performance upgrades, while the top Galaxy Watch6 model is set to receive narrow display bezels too.

A second Asus ROG Ally variant has been spotted on Geekbench running an AMD Ryzen Z1. It features a 6-core, 12-thread CPU and an iGPU with 2 WGPs (4 CUs).

The first electric cars with sodium-ion battery from CATL will be made by Chery, as BYD also readies its own Na-ion cells for mass production this year, probably in the Seagull. The cheap and safe sodium-ion batteries offer much longer lifespan but also lower energy density than lithium batteries.

Google will soon present the Pixel 7a, its next mid-range smartphone and a cheaper alternative to the Pixel 7. The Pixel 7a will feature a Tensor G2 chipset, as well as a 90 Hz OLED panel. A new leak indicates that Google's follow-up to the Pixel 6a could borrow face recognition support from the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro too.

Thanks to the new “plasma ceramic aluminum” eco-friendly alloy used for the screen lid, the new Asus Zenbook S13 OLED is apparently the world's thinnest and lightest for a 13.3-inch ultrabook with Intel Raptor Lake-U processors. It can be equipped with up to an i7-1355U, 32 GB LPDDR5-6000 and 1 TB SSD, plus it features 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports.

The new 15.6-inch x360 is the highlight of this year's Envy lineup as it is the world's first laptop to feature the IMAX Enhanced certificate that goes hand in hand with the FHD OLED touchscreen. Intel's Raptor Lake options include the i5-1335U and i7-1355U models for the 14-inch and 15.6-inch models, while the 17-incher also gets i5-13500H and i7-13700H options.