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Google is giving away 10,000 bags of potato chips in Japan to promote the Pixel 6 series. (Image source: Google)

Google ups its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro marketing game with 'Google Original Chips' advert

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will ship with Tensor, Google's first in-house chipset. In advance of an official unveiling, Google has run a promotional campaign based around potato chips. Google will be giving away 10,000 bags, all based on Pixel 6 series colour schemes.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 18:51
LG's latest DVLED TV is massive at 325-inches. (Image source: LG)

LG unveils a 325-inch 8K Micro LED TV for Home Theatre fans

LG has showcased a gigantic TV built around Micro LED panels. The 325-inch TV has an 8K native resolution and is aimed at Home Theatre fans who prefer TVs over projectors.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 18:23
The Midnight Black Pulse 3D wireless headset might be eventually followed by a black PS5 console. (Image source: Sony/Snoreyn - edited)

Black PlayStation 5 console could be next in line as Sony announces Midnight Black Pulse 3D wireless headset

Sony has announced the addition of the Midnight Black Pulse 3D wireless headset to its lineup of official PS5 accessories. The black Pulse 3D headset follows on the heels of the recently released Midnight Black and Cosmic Red DualSense controllers. This latest accessory overhaul could point to a black PlayStation 5 console being on the cards.
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Sep 2021 17:26
Honor has refreshed the MagicBook 14 and MagicBook 15 with Ryzen 5 5500U APUs. (Image source: Honor)

Honor MagicBook 14 and MagicBook 15 refreshed with AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processors

Honor has unveiled refreshed versions of the MagicBook 14 and MagicBook 15, two relatively inexpensive laptops. The MagicBook 14 and MagicBook 15 retain the designs of their predecessors but gain AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processors. Both machines come with 512 GB of storage and at least 8 GB of RAM.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 17:21
ESR has announced that HaloLock can be used with iPhone 13. (Source: ESR)

ESR keeps pace with Apple with its new iPhone 13-series compatible HaloLock cases

ESR is an OEM that lays claim to having the first MagSafe for iPhone third-party alternative that is also an in-car charger on Amazon. Now, it has announced that its customers can go ahead and upgrade to a new 13-series model thanks to the new range of cases that is compatible with the OEM's HaloLock system.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 17:13
The OWC Envoy Pro Elektron. (Source: OWC)

OWC brings the option of Thunderbolt or SSD speeds to the new iPad Mini with its latest hubs and portable drives

Now that the iPad Mini has moved on to USB type-C in its latest form, OWC strongly hints that one of its latest accessories is an ideal companion for the tablet, considering its new prospects. They include a hub that can expand a connected device's port count by 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 16:38
Intel Alder Lake chips feature both high-performance (big) cores and efficieny (small) cores. (Image source: Intel -edited)

New Intel Alder Lake US price leak might force a Zen 3 pricing rethink as the Core i9-12900K comes in at US$605

A new price leak for Intel’s Alder Lake chips has emerged, with the data coming from a US retailer. The overall prices appear to be less expensive than those that featured in a previous leak, with the Intel Core i9-12900K priced at around US$605. The prices listed would make the 12th Gen Alder Lake chips more competitive against AMD’s Zen 3 offerings.
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Sep 2021 15:54
The Galaxy S22 and S22+ will sport 50 MP main cameras. (Source: NextPit)

50 MP GN5 camera tipped for the Galaxy S22 and S22+ as the Galaxy S22 Ultra gears up for 45 W charging

The Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ will both utilize 50 MP main cameras and a new leak has now revealed what sensor that will be. The S22 Ultra is also tipped to mark a return to relatively high charging wattage after Samsung abandoned the feature on the Galaxy Note 20 series.
Ricci Rox, 15 Sep 2021 15:37
The low-cost Redmi 10 will soon be available for purchase in Europe

The Redmi 10 has been officially launched in Europe

Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi 10 in Europe. Its specs are on par with its international variant, which includes a 90Hz LCD screen, a MediaTek Helio G88, 50MP quad rear cameras and a 5,000mAh battery. It will hit shelves on October 1 and retail for EUR 179.
Anil Ganti, 15 Sep 2021 15:30
The Mi Smart Projector 2 is now official in Europe

Mi Smart Projector 2 launched in Europe with Android TV and an in-built Bluetooth speaker

Xiaomi has launched the Mi Smart Projector 2 in Europe. It has a peak brightness of 500 ANSI Lumens, a throw ratio of 1:2:1, covers 154% of the REC 709 colour gamut and runs Android TV 9.0 out of the box. Its price is set at €599 (US$708), putting it on the expensive end of the spectrum.
Anil Ganti, 15 Sep 2021 15:30
The latest Xiaomi electric scooter variant. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition of the Scooter Pro 2 in Europe

As part of its live-streamed product launch of today, (September 15, 2021) Xiaomi has announced when its electric Scooter Pro 2 will hit the German market in Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1-themed special edition form. It has many specs in common with the normal version, although the new branded theme boosts its price by quite a bit.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:30
The new TV Q1E 55. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi TV Q1E 55-inch is Europe's latest 4K QLED TV

Xiaomi has released pricing and availability info for a new TV, the Q1E 55-inch, for the German market. The OEM claims that it has enhanced color accuracy thanks to its quantum dot-based LED panel. It also supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, and runs a reasonably up-to-date version of Android 10.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:30
The Dizo Watch Pro. (Source: Dizo)

Realme's Dizo launches 2 new smartwatches via Flipkart

Dizo is Realme's latest sub-brand for 'ecosystem' devices, mostly lifestyle wearables thus far. To this end, a Watch 2 and Watch Pro under this new name have been unveiled. They offer large displays and health-tracking tech such as SpO2 monitors, although the Pro has more sports modes and a larger battery. They will sell in India via Flipkart from late September 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:30
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84% realme GT Master Edition Smartphone Review - Designer piece with 5G

Normal or suitcase. The Master Edition of the realme GT is cheaper, offers different features and a travel case design on request. We will find out in the test whether this makes it even more dangerous for the competition or whether it loses its advantages.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6.43", 180 g
Florian Schmitt, 15 Sep 2021 15:22
The Xiaomi 11T Pro has a 5,000 mAh battery that it can recharge at 120 W. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 11T Pro launches with big upgrades over the Mi 10T Pro

Xiaomi has revealed the 11T Pro, the more premium equivalent to the 11T. The Xiaomi 11T Pro features a Snapdragon 888 SoC, a 120 Hz AMOLED display and a Samsung ISOCELL HM2 108 MP camera. The Xiaomi 11T Pro can recharge its large battery at up to 120 W too, returning it to full charge in under 20 minutes.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Xiaomi Pad 5 has an 11-inch and 120 Hz display powered by a Snapdragon 860 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Mi Pad 5 4G receives a global release as the Xiaomi Pad 5

Xiaomi has unveiled the Mi Pad 5 series outside of China, but it has left the Mi Pad 5 Pro and Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G in its home market. In their place arrives the Pad 5, a rebranded Mi Pad 5 4G with a Snapdragon 860 SoC, a 2.5 K and 120 Hz display and an 8,720 mAh battery. The Xiaomi Pad 5 will launch in two colours.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE will be available in four colours. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE arrives in four colours, a 4,250 mAh battery and a 33 W charger in the box

Xiaomi has revealed the 11 Lite 5G NE, its latest mid-range smartphone. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE builds on the Mi 11 Lite 5G with broadly the same hardware. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE will be available in Truffle Black, Bubblegum Blue, Peach Pink and Snowflake White.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Xiaomi 11T has a Dimensity 1200 Ultra SoC and a 120 Hz AMOLED display. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 11T: A 120 Hz and AMOLED smartphone with a Dimensity 1200 Ultra SoC and a Samsung ISOCELL HM2 camera

The Xiaomi 11T may be a budget option compared to the 11T Pro, but it still packs plenty of enticing hardware. Xiaomi has equipped the device with a Samsung ISOCELL HM2 camera, a 120 Hz and AMOLED display, a Dimensity 1200 Ultra SoC and a 5,000 mAh battery.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Mesh System AX3000. (Source: Xiaomi)

The new Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 is rated for wide-area Wi-Fi 6 coverage and support for over 250 devices at once

Xiaomi's latest mesh networking system comes in a pack of just 2 tower-like "nodes"; nevertheless, the OEM asserts this is all that is needed to allow the AX3000 to emit fast Wi-Fi 6 signals over an area of just over 370 square meters. It is based on a Qualcomm processor and also offers Gigabit ports.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Mi Smart Band 6 NFC supports contactless payments in cooperation with Mastercard. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 NFC released globally with Mastercard contactless payment support

Xiaomi has introduced the Mi Smart Band 6 NFC globally, having initially announced the fitness tracker in March. The Mi Smart Band 6 NFC supports contactless payments thanks to a Xiaomi and Mastercard partnership while retaining all the features of the original Mi Smart Band 6.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 15:00
The Nintendo Switch family finally supports Bluetooth Audio. (Image source: Alvaro Reyes)

Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED receive new features with latest software update

Nintendo has started rolling out firmware version 13.0.0 to the Nintendo Switch family. Version 13.0.0 adds two important features to Nintendo's latest consoles, and one that has been missing since the Switch debuted in 2017.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 14:37
BRS technology will allow Samsung to provide thin display bezels across the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. (Image source: Ice Universe - edited)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra to debut Samsung BRS technology with ultra-thin bezels

According to reports, Samsung is developing even thinner display bezels for future smartphones and tablets. Reputedly, Samsung's BRS technology will debut on the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, before making its way into future Galaxy smartphones towards the end of next year.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 14:07
The Hero 10 Black will pack a 23 MP camera and HyperSmooth 4.0 technology. (Image source: Roland Quandt & WinFuture)

GoPro Hero 10 Black launch date set as first promotional video promises 'A New Era' for action cameras

GoPro has settled on a date to launch the Hero 10 Black, its next action camera. The Hero 10 Black will arrive on its predecessor's anniversary, complete with an improved camera, chipset and video stabilisation. The Hero 9 Black and Hero 10 Black will look practically identical, though.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 13:32
The Exynos 2200 should deliver impressive peak performance. (Source: Samsung)

Official Exynos 2200 details purportedly revealed in new leak as the Galaxy S22 Ultra is tipped for a more powerful version of the chipset

A new leak claims to reveal the official details of Samsung's upcoming flagship SoC, the Exynos 2200. This new leak essentially confirms significantly better peak performance than current-gen SoCs like the Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100, thanks to a new Cortex X2 super-core.
Ricci Rox, 15 Sep 2021 13:22
The second major system software update for the PS5 drops on September 15. (Image: Sony)

Sony's eagerly awaited PS5 update with M.2 SSD support will drop on 15 September

Sony’s PlayStation 5 is finally getting its eagerly awaited update that will bring with it support for its currently dormant M.2 SSD internal drive bay. The update also includes some other goodies with 3D audio support being added for built-in TV speakers and new UX features and customization options.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Sep 2021 12:07
The Realme Band 2. (Source: Realme)

Realme Band 2 launched as a cheaper alternative to Xiaomi's Mi Smart Band 6

Realme has now launched its new smart band, the Realme Band 2, in Malaysia. The Realme Band 2 offers a bigger display and battery compared to its predecessor and looks set to arrive in India with a price tag that would make it a cheaper alternative to Xiaomi's Mi Smart Band 6.
Ricci Rox, 15 Sep 2021 11:28
Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max now feature an A15 Bionic SoC with a 5-core GPU. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max announced with 5-core GPU A15 Bionic, ProRes video capture, 120 Hz ProMotion display, and dual eSIM support

Apple has refreshed its iPhone Pro lineup this year with the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Both the iPhone 13 Pro models feature identical specs save for the display and offer new, improved cameras with OIS, 4K 60 ProRes video, Cinematic Mode, 120 Hz ProMotion display, A15 Bionic SoC, and up to 1 TB storage.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Sep 2021 04:05
Apple Mac Mini Late 2020 Entry (M1, 8GB)

Apple Mac Mini Late 2020 in review: The most affordable M1 is also convincing

Large mini PC. Users who already prefer their own peripherals will find a relatively inexpensive and also powerful mini PC with an M1 processor in the Apple Mac Mini. We took a look at the performance of the entry-level model with 8 GB of RAM in our review.
Apple M1, M1 8-Core GPU, 1.2 kg
Mike Wobker, 15 Sep 2021 03:15
Blackview Tab 10 tablet review: Android 11 for only $190 USD

74% Blackview Tab 10 tablet review: Android 11 for only $190 USD

You get what you pay for. The low asking price for a bright 10.1-inch 1080p tablet running on the latest Android sounds like a steal until you discover that its performance is less-than-stellar even during the most simplest of tasks.
Mediatek MT8768, PowerVR GE8320, 10.1", 523 g
Allen Ngo, 15 Sep 2021 03:13
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Lenovo ThinkBook 16p reviewed: A universal laptop with trade-offs

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p reviewed: A universal laptop with trade-offs

Gaming laptops are powerful, but they're often loud, hot, power-hungry, and not very portable. Multimedia laptops frequently lack the necessary performance for demanding games. The ThinkBook 16p attempts to strike a balance, and it doesn't do a bad job - but you have to accept compromises here as well.
Christian Hintze, 15 Sep 2021 01:06
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Review of the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT Desktop GPU (8 GB)

The perfect 1080p GPU? After releasing all of its high-end RDNA 2 products, AMD has moved on to the mid-range GPUs. Read our review to learn if the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is the perfect graphics card for 1080p gamers.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, Radeon RX 6600 XT, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 15 Sep 2021 00:51
A Minecraft mod runs the engine of the classic Super Mario 64 Jump 'n' Run (Image: pdxdylan)

Video shows modder running the Super Mario 64 engine in Minecraft

There is no time to relax for the iconic Italian plumber, whose creative fan basis has now sent him into the world of Minecraft. This new modification integrates the Super Mario 64 engine into Mojang's popular sandbox video game. The developer offers a first video sneak peak of the mod, but also has to dampen the expectations.
Enrico Frahn, 15 Sep 2021 00:50
The Pixel 6 Pro will be a huge upgrade over the Pixel 4 XL and Pixel 5. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 6 Pro: Battery, camera, display, Tensor SoC and RAM specifications confirmed by extensive leak

Mishaal Rahman and XDA Developers have revealed numerous details about the Pixel 6 Pro, Google's next flagship smartphone. Reputedly, the Pixel 6 Pro will feature a tri-cluster SoC complemented by 12 GB of RAM and a 5,000 mAh battery. The smartphone will be able to vary its 120 Hz refresh rate, too.
Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2021 00:21
Lenovo's Gaming Laptop Legion 5 15 G6 convinces with Ryzen CPU and the fastest RTX 3060

Lenovo's Gaming Laptop Legion 5 15 G6 convinces with Ryzen CPU and the fastest RTX 3060

Thanks to the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and the very powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, Lenovo's Legion 5 15 offers plenty of performance. Gamers will also appreciate the responsive 165 Hz display and multi-zone keyboard illumination, but there are no additional gaming features.
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Sep 2021 00:08
The graphics in Deathloop for the PS5 look great in every setting, but only the performance mode offers a stable 60fps experience (Image: Bethesda)

Deathloop: Video analyzes the performance of all graphics modes on PS5 and finds a clear winner

Arkane Studio's new shooter offers three different graphics modes on PlayStation 5, and there is a noticeable difference in performance for each one of these settings. According to a new video analysis, there is a clear winner when it comes to the best graphics mode for Deathloop running on the PS5.
Enrico Frahn, 14 Sep 2021 23:12
The iPad mini 6 is closer to the iPad Air 4 than its predecessor. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPad mini 6: US$499 tablet unveiled with a new design, USB Type-C and an A15 Bionic SoC

Apple has announced the iPad mini 6, which features numerous changes compared to the iPad mini 5. Not only has Apple overhauled the tablet's design, but it has equipped it with an A15 Bionic SoC, a USB Type-C port and a larger display.
Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2021 22:15
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini have been officially announced

iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini launched with slightly upgraded cameras and a new A15 Bionic chipset

Apple's entry-level iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are finally official. Both phones bring some QoL upgrades to the cameras and battery life. The former will cost US$699 and the latter US$799. Pre-orders are live now, and the devices will be available for purchase starting on September 24.
Anil Ganti, 14 Sep 2021 21:55
Apple Watch Series 7 now sports a bigger display and more workout options. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple Watch Series 7 announced with larger display, new workout modes, riding fall detection, and faster charging starting from US$399

Apple has announced a refreshed Watch Series 7 with a 1 mm larger display, new case colors, and watchOS 8. The new Watch Series 7 is now much more durable, includes new fitness apps such as Mindfulness, and riding fall detection. The Watch Series 7 also charges 33% faster compared to the Watch Series 6.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Sep 2021 21:49
The EOS R3. (Source: Canon)

The Canon EOS R3 launches as a mirrorless camera the user can control with their eye movements

Canon has launched the EOS R3 as the "most technologically advanced full-frame mirrorless camera" it has ever produced. This is because it integrates the AI-based person- and even eye-detection features that allow the user to direct focus on what they are looking at through the EVF. The R3's CMOS is also rated to pick out and track specific subject types such as eyes and animals.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Sep 2021 21:38
The C3K2010 could be any number of upcoming Surface devices due this month. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft certifies new Surface hardware with the FCC ahead of September 22 event

Microsoft has certified new Surface hardware with the FCC before its September 22 launch event. The company is expected to unveil everything from a new Surface Book to a new Surface Pro, along with a Surface Duo 2 for good measure.
Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2021 20:14
At its California Streaming event, Apple has announced its new affordable iPad 2021 (Image: Apple)

Apple unveils its new budget iPad with an improved camera, True Tone display and the faster A13 Bionic chip

Apple's new affordable iPad gets a faster processor, an improved display with True Tone technology as well as twice the storage on the base model. An improved camera is also among the welcome improvements to Apple's budget tablet.
Enrico Frahn, 14 Sep 2021 19:47
Clearly, NVIDIA had trouble putting this RTX 3080 Founders Edition card together. (Image source: u/obamaprism3)

More evidence of poor quality control in NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series cards emerges

The NVIDIA RTX 3080 and RTX 3080 Ti are some of the most expensive graphics cards on the market right now, even if they are perennially out of stock. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees that your graphics card will be built correctly, as some people recently discovered with their Founders Edition and custom cards.
Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2021 19:21
iPad Mini 6 screen protector Amazon Japan listing (Source: Gizmodo Japan)

New iPad Mini 6 rumor: October launch, 8.38-inch display

The most recent leak with information regarding the screen size of the upcoming iPad Mini 6 mentions an 8.38-inch display. This dimension was spotted in an Amazon Japan listing for an iPad Mini 6 screen protector. Sadly, the page has been removed from the website and is no longer available.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2021 18:27
The Pixel 6 series is unlikely to support Active Edge sensors. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro unlikely to support Active Edge sensors; cheaper Fabric Cases to return this year

A retailer has confirmed that Google plans to release new Fabric Cases for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. This year's cases will be cheaper than the Pixel 5's too, but there will be no return of Google's Active Edge sensors that existed up to the Pixel 4 series.
Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2021 18:25
Specs above DDR5-4800 appear to add significant memory latency, making them unsuitable for gaming.

Leaked DDR5-6400 RAM test on Intel's upcoming Alder Lake platform shows that faster DDR5 specs are not really suitable for gaming

Intel's DDR5 implementation could be one of those cases where first to market does not necessarily translate to a huge advantage. The upcoming Alder Lake platform supports DDR5-4800 RAM natively, but everything beyond those specs seem to prove detrimental for gamers. A leaked test for the Alder Lake i5-12600K coupled with DDR5-6400 RAM shows how the new Gear 4 memory mode almost doubles the latency compared to that of a DDR4-2933 kit.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Sep 2021 15:01
The Xiaomi 11T. (Source: Pricebaba x Ishan Agarwal)

Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro pricing revealed ahead of launch

Xiaomi's new premium phones, the Xiaomi 11T and Xiaomi 11T Pro, will make their debuts tomorrow. Pricing information from reliable quarters has now been revealed, with the Xiaomi 11T Pro set to see a slight jump in price compared to its predecessor, the Mi 10T Pro.
Ricci Rox, 14 Sep 2021 14:18
The Apple iPhone 13 case renders from Spigen offer a good look at what could be the final smartphone product. (Image source: Apple/@evleaks - edited)

Third-party iPhone 13 renders unreservedly expose the upcoming Apple smartphone's design

Right ahead of the expected Apple iPhone 13 launch, a noted leaker has posted numerous case renders for the upcoming smartphone that also wholly show the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro in all their glory. While the renders come from a third-party case manufacturer, it’s likely the depictions of the iPhones are accurate.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Sep 2021 13:49
The iMac 24-inch is unlikely ever to receive Windows 11 support. (Image source: Jay Wennington)

Windows 11 will remain an 'unsupported scenario' on Apple Silicon hardware

Windows 11 will ship on October 5, but support is not forthcoming for Apple Silicon hardware. Instead, Microsoft treats Apple M1 devices as an 'unsupported scenario' both for Boot Camp and Parallels.
Alex Alderson, 14 Sep 2021 11:54
Xiaomi is purportedly unlocking phones that had been temporarily blocked in some prohibited countries. (Image source: Xiaomi (Redmi 9)/unsplash/flagsonline - edited)

Xiaomi eases up with remote phone locking in prohibited countries such as Cuba, Syria, and Iran

Xiaomi has reportedly stated that users affected by the recent bout of remote phone locking can now start using their devices again. Apparently, the locking of Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phones out of the blue in prohibited countries such as Cuba and Iran was carried out as part of an investigation into grey market practices.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Sep 2021 11:51
Xiaomi has revealed its head-turning and state-of-the-art Smart Glasses. (Image: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Smart Glasses combine the tech of Google Glass with the Facebook x Ray-Ban glasses to dazzling effect

Xiaomi has surprised with the unveiling of its new Smart Glasses. The new device features bleeding-edge technology including a microLED display that the company claims can achieve a peak brightness of 2 million nits.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Sep 2021 11:20
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