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The new HP Elite Wireless Earbuds. (Source: HP)

CES 2021 | The HP Elite Wireless Earbuds are a new option for work video calls

HP asserts that its new Elite-series earbuds are an enterprise-grade way of introducing wireless audio into your professional online conferencing set-up. They are rated for both passive and active noise cancellation (PNC and ANC),...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2021 02:00

The new RA3000 is designed to fit any room it finds itself in. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches new wireless speakers with 360 Reality Audio

Sony has announced new SRS-series wireless speakers. The RA5000 and RA3000 have been designed with "room-filling sound" in mind, which entails a novel design meant to distribute sound horizontally in all directions, at least. They...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2021 00:11

The S21 can now be reserved in India. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy S21 series is to launch in India with pre-order bundles including a free case and Galaxy SmartTag

Samsung has announced that it will launch the Galaxy S21 flagship series on January 14, 2021 in India. However, interested consumers in this market can now "pre-reserve" one of these phones ahead of this date with a special "VIP P...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jan 2021 19:44

The unique LG Wing is recognized at CES 2021. (Source: LG)

CES 2021 | The LG Wing and Velvet are honored in the CES 2021 Innovation Awards

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced a raft of Honorees and Best Of winners for its CES 2021 Innovation awards. The first category includes 8 smartphones, of which the LG Wing is a slightly obvious choice. Meanw...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2021 01:20

iQOO 7: new leaks point to Monster Beat speakers and a BMW-themed special edition

The iQOO 7 is an upcoming Android flagship reported to have blown past the Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 11 on benchmarks ahead of its launch. Its brand has been on Weibo to hype it up again, this time with details on its audio...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2021 01:18

Galaxy Buds: now with a Pro variant. (Source: Samsung CA via Twitter)

Samsung Canada accidentally confirms the Galaxy Buds Pro name ahead of launch

Some recent leaks point to new TWS earbuds that are to accompany the Samsung Galaxy 21 series at the next Unpacked event. Now, an official webpage has confirmed that they definitely won't be introduced as the Buds Beyond. These Pr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jan 2021 18:45

The Galaxy Buds Pro leak again. (Source: Twitter)

The 2021 Samsung Galaxy Buds will be the most expensive yet: new leak

Samsung is slated to launch the Galaxy Buds Pro alongside the S21 series in January 2021. According to their latest leak, they will have improved active noise cancellation (ANC) and ingress-protection compared to the Buds Live. Ho...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2020 18:06

The Motorola Revou is India's first Android 10 4K TV

There are a lot of smart TVs on the Indian market these days. However, none of them have an OS based on Android 10 - until this one. The Motorola Revou also has an inbuilt soundbar rated for up to 50W of audio power, a MediaTek ch...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2020 18:14

The new Soundtank speaker. (Source: ENACFIRE)

ENACFIRE claims its new wireless, IPX7-rated Soundtank speaker lasts 24 hours per charge

ENACFIRE's Soundtank is a new portable Bluetooth speaker with an IPX7 rating for ingress-protection, and, thus, that "take-anywhere" selling point. Inside, it is packed with 2x20W speakers that support a Bass+ feature. The new aud...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Dec 2020 22:10

The JLabs Audio Epic Air earbuds. (Source: JLabs Audio)

JLab Audio announces a new Epic Air series of hybrid ANC TWS earbuds

JLab Audio has released its latest TWS earbuds rated for active noise cancellation (ANC). There are 2 varaints in this new Epic Air line: AirPod-clone and non-AirPod clone with earhooks for active use. They offer long battery life...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Dec 2020 21:48

Qualcomm announces a new TWS platform. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm announces its new QCC305x SoCs for future mid-range TWS earbuds with high-end specs

Qualcomm has unveiled the new QCC305x series of chipsets for TWS earbuds. The OEM claims it can be used to make new products in this category that are cost-effective yet have some current or upcoming premium specs. They include au...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Dec 2020 23:09

iOS 14 has a new update. (Source: Apple)

The new iOS update adds AirPods Max support, SMS receipt failure fix and 25fps recording

Apple has now issued iOS and iPadOS updates to version 14.3. It contains some previously-promised features, which include ProRAW support in the Pro iPhone 12 variants, not to mention Apple Fitness+. It also reportedly fixes some i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2020 23:58

The Oppo x Nendo "slide-phone" concept combines three foldable screens. (Image: Oppo)

Oppo unveils futuristic smartphone and audio device concepts at the CIDDE Expo

Oppo has used the 4th China International Industrial Design Expo (CIDDE) to showcase several new concept devices. Designed in collaboration with famed Japanese design studio Nendo, the concepts include what it calls a “slide-phone...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Dec 2020 09:02

The Nokia Purebook X14 will launch via Flipkart soon

Flipkart has officially revealed that the new Nokia ultrabook to debut soon is called the Purebook X14. It has an FHD IPS screen with Dolby Vision and a 10th-gen Core i5 processor. It has a single 8 GB RAM/512 GB SSD SKU, set to s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Dec 2020 19:34

Carl Pei in his OnePlus days. (Source: YouTube)

OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei makes progress with his new start-up

Carl Pei announced a decision to leave OnePlus, a smartphone OEM he helped set up, earlier in 2020. Now, he has reportedly attracted US$7 million in capital for his new business from various private investors. It is also apparentl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2020 22:50

The Outlier Air V2 addresses our biggest issue with the Outlier Gold. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Creative Outlier Air V2 Hands-On Review: An upgrade on an excellent pair of TWS earbuds for US$20 less

The Outlier Air V2 may be Creative's best TWS earbuds yet. Retailing for US$79.99, the earbuds offer a more refined experience than the Outlier Gold without any real compromises. The switch away from the awkward buttons of the Out...

Alex Alderson, 11 Dec 2020 00:38

The new Polaris 4K projector. (Source: Bomaker )

The Polaris 4K Laser TV is a new ultra-short-throw projector launched via Indiegogo

Bomaker is not what could be called a household name in the home-theater projector market; nevertheless, it has made some attention-grabbing claims for its product freshly put up for crowdfunding. They include the ability to throw...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2020 21:54

The Pixel 2 is out of official support. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 2 series' latest software update is its last

Google's Pixel 2 and 2 XL had been included in the Android 11 beta program, and has also been cut in to the latest security patch issued directly from its Mountain View-based OEM. However, after 3 years of being on the market, thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2020 23:26

AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones with active noise cancellation launched for US$549

Apple has launched a new pair of over-the-ear headphones called the AirPods Max. It features active noise cancellation (ANC), 40nm Neodymium drivers, Apple's in-house H1 chip, and provides up to 20 hours of battery life. It is ava...

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Dec 2020 16:26

The new DOOGEE S59 Pro. (Source: DOOGEE)

DOOGEE announces the 10,000mAh-plus S59 Pro smartphone

DOOGEE claims that its latest rugged phone, the S59 Pro, has a battery capacity of no less than 10,050mAh. This power-pack apparently allows it to last for 18 hours' worth of gaming or video playback, 50 hours of audio playback or...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2020 19:11

The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro is THX certified. (Image source: Razer)

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Pro earbuds launched with advanced hybrid ANC, touch controls and 60 ms Bluetooth latency

Razer has unveiled a new version a Pro version of its Hammerhead True Wireless earbuds. The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro has a redesigned charging case and silicone ear tips, unlike the original model. The new earbuds support adva...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2020 19:43

Are these the Galaxy Buds Pro? (Source: Voice)

Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro leak via the FCC and Evan Blass ahead of their launch

An earlier tip dropped a strong hint that the successors to the Galaxy Buds Live TWS earbuds would be called the Buds Pro. Now, their certification with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) all but confirms this state of af...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Dec 2020 17:03

The Melomania Touch will be available from January 1 in multiple countries. (Image source: Cambridge Audio)

Cambridge Audio launches new Melomania Touch earbuds with up to 50 hours battery life

Cambridge Audio's second crack at TWS earbuds is here, and the company has packed in plenty of features despite their compact size. The Melomania Touch has up to 50 hours battery life, Qualcomm aptX support, touch controls, a tran...

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 17:47

Xiaomi Redmi AirDots 2 deliver reasonable quality at a budget price. (Image source: Xiaomi/Amazon)

Redmi AirDots 3 or Redmi True Buds 2 Pro wireless earphones appear to be incoming for early 2021

Xiaomi is preparing to release new Bluetooth wireless earphones in the near future, which may either be called the Redmi True Buds 2 Pro or the more familiar and concise Redmi AirDots 3. The audio device has been spotted receiving...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Nov 2020 12:03

Samsung's next TWS earbuds are identified as the Galaxy Buds Pro in a new leak

Samsung is rumored to have a new member of its Galaxy Buds series to launch alongside the S21 smartphones in January 2021. Now, a recent certification has revealed that they may be revealed as the "Pros" of their line at this even...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Nov 2020 16:27

Apple is offering gift cards or discounts with its Black Friday through Cyber Monday event. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple gift card giveaway Black Friday through Cyber Monday: US$150/£120/€150 with a MacBook Pro 16 purchase or US$50/£40/€50 with an iPhone 11

Apple is running a gift card giveaway Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Qualifying purchases will see the buyer rewarded with a card worth from US$25/£20/€25 up to US$150/£120/€150. The deal includes many major Apple products suc...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Nov 2020 07:44

The new "2-in-1" TWS earbuds. (Source: Olive Union)

The Olive Pros are TWS earbuds and hearing aids in one

The start-up Olive Union has put its latest product up for crowdfunding on Indiegogo. On first glance, they are a particularly chunky take on the AirPod-clone TWS earbud. This may be because they apparently pack an "FDA-registered...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2020 23:53

HTC's "TWS1" on NCC. (Source: NCC via MySmartPrice)

A new leak spoils the launch of HTC's next TWS earbuds

HTC might be planning a return to the smart mobile market with new TWS earbuds. These products have been spotted on the database of the Taiwanese regulator NCC ahead of their launch. This leak indicates that these new accessories ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2020 18:29

UGREEN HiTune T1 TWS now official (Source: UGREEN)

UGREEN HiTune T1: Four mics, Superbass mode, sub-US$40 price

The new UGREEN HiTune product, namely the T1 TWS, comes with a total of four mics (two dedicated for noise canceling), low-latency McSync technology, Superbass mode for improved performance in the lower range of the audio spectrum...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2020 19:51

The new Cosmos Max home theater projector. (Source: Nebula)

Nebula announces new Cosmos and Cosmos Max home projectors

Nebula is a brand that has seen success on crowdfunding websites for its portable, compact projectors. Now, it is back with a more conventional launch for its new Cosmos and Cosmos Max products. They are rated for 1080p and 4K res...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Nov 2020 23:23

The Stealth 600 and 700 Gen 2s. (Source: Turtle Beach)

The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 and 700 Gen 2s were the best sellers in their gaming headset category in October 2020

Turtle Beach asserts that its Stealth 600 and 700 headsets have been top sellers in their markets for a few years running now. New data from the research group NPD indicates that this trend has been upheld by their latest generati...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2020 18:21

RedMagic teases new CyberPod TWS earbuds to go with its gaming phones

The gaming phone brand RedMagic will release its latest TWS earbuds, the CyberPods, globally in November 2020. These accessories' design is an original take on the AirPod-clone form-factor that might complement its maker's flagshi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 22:35

Sony releases the LSPX-S2 Glass Sound Speaker to the US market

With its "organic glass" body and in-built candle-effect lighting, the LSPX-S2 speaker has been designed to be enjoyed for its looks at as much as its sound. Then again, Sony claims its audio is also effective thanks to its "Advan...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 18:18

The latest Galaxy M12 leak. (Source: Voice)

Samsung Galaxy M12 renders turn up with a square rear camera hump and a waterdrop notch

The Samsung Galaxy M12 may be an interesting budget phone on its launch, especially if it comes with the 7,000mAh battery apparently destined for it. A new leak purports to show what it looks like from all angles, including an Inf...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 17:36

The AirPods Studio is thought to be arriving in March 2021. (Image source: Dan Farrell)

AirPods Studio: Apple teases the design of its upcoming US$350 headphones in iOS 14.3

It is a poorly-kept secret that Apple is working on a new pair of over-ear headphones, supposedly the first to bear its AirPods branding. The so-called AirPods Studio has now appeared in a beta of iOS 14.3, offering a hint at its ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 15:30

The Mi 10 Pro has been rated higher for its audio qualities than the iPhone 12. (Image source: Xiaomi/Apple - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro remains atop DxOMark audio chart despite strong showing from new Apple iPhone 12

The new Apple iPhone 12 has been tested for its audio quality by DxOMark and has scored relatively well to give it a high position in the site’s audio chart. However, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro’s place at the top of the table has not be...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Nov 2020 16:39

The new Hesh ANC wireless headphones. (Source': Skullcandy)

Skullcandy launches ANC versions of its Indy TWS earbuds and Hesh wireless headphones

Skullcandy has updated its wireless headphones and earbuds with active noise-cancelling (ANC) variants. Both of these new audio products also have an Ambient mode for environmental awareness and in-built Tile technology to avoid t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 17:38

Sharkoon RUSH ER30 USB gaming headset (Source: Sharkoon)

Sharkoon launches the RUSH ER30 USB gaming headset

With a suggested price of just 30 Euros, the new Sharkoon RUSH ER30 USB gaming headset comes with a rich and attractive set of features and technical specs that includes RGB illumination, 50 mm drivers, a generous cable with gold-...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2020 11:15

The Amazon Echo Studio contains five carefully positioned speakers and costs from US$199.99/£189.99/€199.99. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon Echo Studio and Harman Kardon Citation 200 top DxOMark's new speaker evaluation charts

The noted smartphone camera ranking specialist DxOMark has moved into rating wireless speakers and has now published a couple of charts showing the devices that have impressed the most. Topping the Essential chart is the Amazon Ec...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Nov 2020 16:32

The new Mi Notebook 14. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the new e-Learning Edition of the Mi Notebook 14 in India

Xiaomi has pitched its latest version of its 2020 14-inch laptop at students in need of new remote learning hardware. It has many specs in common with its pre-existing vanilla and Horizon siblings, although it has a 10th-gen Core ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Nov 2020 17:53

The AirPods 3 look mightily like the AirPods Pro. (Image source: 52audio)

Apple AirPods 3: First photos of next-generation TWS earbuds emerge

The first pictures of the AirPods 3 have leaked, revealing that Apple has moved away from the current design and towards the design of the AirPods Pro. Apple is expected to announce the AirPods 3 in the first half of 2021.

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2020 21:07

The Pixel 4a 5G is released to more markets. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 4a (5G) is now available to pre-order in some European countries

Today, (November 5, 2020) Google has released the 5G variant of the Pixel 4a for pre-orders in Germany, France, the UK and Ireland. As with its flagship sibling, the 5, they come with an offer of free Bose wireless headphones with...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Nov 2020 19:39

Some AirPods Pro units suffer from a design flaw that affects audio quality. (Image source: The Average Tech Guy)

Apple starts replacing AirPods Pro for free because of a design flaw

If you own a pair of AirPods Pro that produce crackling or static sounds, then Apple will replace them for free. The replacement program also applies to units where active noise cancellation is not working as expected. Apparently,...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2020 00:06

The Nokia Essential True Wireless Earphones E3500 will begin shipping on November 13. (Image source: HMD Global)

Nokia Essential True Wireless Earphones E3500: Affordable TWS earbuds to begin shipping in mid-November

The Nokia Essential True Wireless Earphones E3500 is HMD Global's latest pair of TWS earbuds. Priced at €89.90, the earbuds come with noise reduction, aptX support and up to 25 hours of battery life.

Alex Alderson, 30 Oct 2020 23:22

Samsung SmartThings Find service now live (Source: Samsung)

Samsung SmartThings Find gets launched globally

Introduced as a new part of the SmartThings app, SmartThings Find is now available for all Samsung users worldwide. This is a new way to locate a range of select Galaxy smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and earbuds at once thank...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Oct 2020 11:24