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LG has finally announced US pricing and availability for its 2022 CineBeam projectors. The series consists of 2 ultra-short-throw DLP units rated to cast a 4K UHD window of 120 inches in size from less than 20 centimeters (cm) from a wall. They also feature up-to-3,700 lumen brightness, HDMI with eARC and integrated 40W speakers.

The launch of the OnePlus 10T is just a day away. However, an unboxing video has already landed on YouTube. Showcasing the device's features, lack of wireless charging and its 160 W power adapter, the video also compares the OnePlus 10T against other recent smartphones like the Nothing Phone (1), Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The same video highlights OnePlus' first-party cases for the OnePlus 10T too.

BMW North America is recalling a small number of i4 sedans and iX SUVs over potential concerns of battery fires. The company said that it is proactively reaching out to affected customers and has advised them not to charge or drive these vehicles until the battery is freely replaced by the dealer.

Always-on display (AOD) functionality will be one of many innovations that Apple brings to iPhones with the release of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone Pro Max. While both are rumoured to arrive next month, it appears that Apple has left clues in Xcode as to how AOD will work on iOS 16. Purportedly, Apple could release the feature with some limitations, unlike its Android competitors.

Apple has made another attempt to woo Android users to iPhones. In its latest video, the company has sought to explain the advantages of switching to an iPhone and what Android users can expect, including whether it will get the latest updates and Apple's support coverage.

Oppo could be the first company to bring a Snapdragon W5 Gen 1-powered smartwatch to market when it announces the Watch 3. Confirmed to be based on Qualcomm's latest smartwatch chipset, the Oppo Watch 3 may debut as soon as next week. Meanwhile, a leak already shows that Oppo has overhauled the design of its flagship smartwatch between the Watch 2 and Watch 3. There could even be two versions of the Oppo Watch 3 too.

iQOO has launched its 9T today (August 2, 2022). However, there are still a few days before it actually starts selling via its new dedicated Amazon.in page. The buyer will get a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC in an updated, racing-inspired chassis with a 6.78-inch 120Hz FHD+ E5 AMOLED display, up to 12GB of RAM, a 50MP ISOCELL GN1 main camera and 120W charging in this refreshed flagship package.

Images of the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 fast charger have been leaked by SnoopyTech, suggesting that it will have a USB-C output rather than the USB-A cable used for its predecessor. The fast charger is expected to add 45% to the smartwatch’s battery in 30 minutes. Canadian prices for the watch have also been reported, starting from CA$349 (~US$272).

A Kickstarter campaign for the HyperDrive Thunderbolt 4 Power Hub has begun for US customers. The device can transfer data at up to 40 Gbps and supports connection to two displays simultaneously. Three 50 W downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports are available, with a fourth 96 W PD fast-charging port.

You may have heard of local dimming, but what about local refresh rate? Samsung has reportedly filed a patent that suggests this will become a possibility for the next generation of its displays. It outlines a method for creating a single panel split into multiple zones with different refresh rates, the current high-end 120Hz standard included.

Motorola has taken to Weibo to announce the cancellation of the Moto Razr 2022 and Moto X30 Pro launch event, mere hours before it was scheduled to start. The company didn't cite any reason and has asked users to monitor its social media platforms for more information.

Honda's quest to take over the budget side of the electric vehicle revolution may soon meet a competitor with more experience in EV making. NIO is preparing to unleash a new EV brand with the codename Firefly in order to compete in the market for electric cars that cost less than US$30,000.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is said to be ready to make the step up from the 108 MP main camera on recent Samsung flagships, to a new 200 MP camera. The identity of that 200 MP sensor was unknown, but that appears to have changed.

Google has opened the Android 13 Beta program to the Pixel 6a, its latest smartphone. Available to download now, the Pixel 6a has skipped all versions of Android 13 Beta until Beta 4.1. Android 13 Beta 4.1 is available to install manually on the Pixel 6a or through the Android Beta Program.

Google has released a new camera feature for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, nearly a year after their release. Expanding the functionality of Magic Eraser, the feature comes directly from the Pixel 6a, which launched last month.

It seems that Pico is preparing to release another VR headset, following the launch of the Neo 3 Link earlier this year. Following the publication of an FCC listing in which the regulatory body revealed the headset's design, images of the Pico 4 Pro's controller have also leaked.

Fitbit has released new watch faces for the Charge 5 and Luxe, two of its most recent fitness trackers. Arriving after software version 1.171.50 for both devices, the new watch faces should provide a fresh touch of colour for both more than a year after their releases.

The 2022 Hoco Y2 Pro smartwatch is now available via AliExpress. The gadget has many functions, such as making and receiving Bluetooth calls. Other features include real-time weather updates and a find my phone tool. Health features of the watch include heart rate monitoring alongside sleep and exercise tracking.

The Rogbid King smartwatch is available worldwide via Banggood. The gadget runs on Android 9.1, with a nano SIM card slot and 4G support. Two cameras are built into the device, enabling features such as face unlock and video calling. Plus, health tools are included on the watch, such as heart rate and SpO2 monitors.

While a London High Court acknowledged the defamatory nature of social media posts debunking Craig Wright's claims that he is the Bitcoin protocol inventor Satoshi Nakamoto, the judge awarded only nominal damages to Craig. The court cited "false claims" as the reason for the minimal damages verdict.

In Q2 this year, the Fiat 500e was the most registered new vehicle in Western Europe. According to a report by Matthias Schmidt, this was the first time since Q4 2020 that the Tesla Model 3 did not top the list. The Tesla Model 3 also saw production levels falter, taking second place behind the Polestar 2, despite both companies facing similar setbacks.

The BioLite SolarPanel 100 will launch on September 7. You can use the portable device to directly charge gadgets via USB-A and 45 W USB-C ports or connect it to a BaseCharge power station. The foldable 100 W panel has an analog sundial to help you optimize your set-up, with a built-in kickstand.

Sennheiser has already confirmed that it will launch the Momentum 4 Wireless later this month. However, a retailer has already revealed vital specifications, colour options and the headphone's new design. Also, the retailer may have revealed a lower price tag for all markets, too.

Optoma has introduced the ZH507, a DLP and laser projector. Designed for businesses, the Optoma ZH507 features numerous ports, a high contrast ratio and supports 3D content. Currently, the Optoma ZH507 costs over €2,500 in the Eurozone.

It may be equipped with the latest fancy 12th gen CPUs from Intel, but the wrapping is starting show its age.

The Intel Core i9-13900K Raptor Lake processor has been spotted on Geekbench again, this time around in a benchmark run that has been classed as valid. The recorded gains over its i9-12900K predecessor leave the i9-13900K looking surprisingly unspectacular considering Zen 4 from AMD is looming ominously over the horizon.

The charging stand has a handy rotating arm so you can continue using the phone while it's charging. That is, of course, assuming your phone doesn't slide right off.

One-netbook has introduced a new version of the ONEXPLAYER mini, albeit one that retains its overall design and 7-inch display. While the company calls the new device 'ONEXPLAYER mini Pro', it actually features a lower resolution display than previous ONEXPLAYER mini models. The inclusion of a Core i7-1260P and LPDDR5 RAM should deliver improved performance, though.

The Mycle Charge fat tyre e-bike is now available in the UK. The folding bicycle has up to 65 km (~40 miles) range, the most significant distance of any collapsible pedelec from the brand. The vehicle has a speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and up to 65 Nm of torque. The e-bike weighs 26 kg (~57 lbs) and is equipped with a rear rack and front suspension fork.

The Afreda S6 Pro reverse 3-wheel e-bike is now shipping to Europe. The crowdfunded pedelec has a top speed of 35 kph (~22 mph) and up to 60 km (~97 miles) range. An unusual reverse 3-wheel suspension structure makes the bicycle ultra-stable and provides strong shock absorption. Plus, the e-bike can fold in one step, making it easier to transport.

According to a report from a well-informed leaker, Google has scheduled pre-order and launch dates for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Likely also applying to the long-awaited Pixel Watch, Google's next-generation flagship hardware may not ship until mid-October, at the earliest.

Made available to the public yesterday, Linux Mint 21 "Vanessa" arrived more than two years after its predecessor. Just as expected, it is available in three versions, namely Cinnamon, Xfce, and MATE. Linux Mint 21 is a long-term support release that will receive updates until 2027.

The AcouLab Première S loudspeaker is now available in some European countries. The digital gadget is compact, measuring 400 x 220 x 350 mm (~15.7 x 8.7 x 13.8-in). Fully active architecture and motional feedback technology help the speaker to produce up to 25 Hz at -3 dB with minimal distortion, despite its smaller size.

The latest addition to the Amazfit T-Rex series of smartwatches was rated for real-time navigation and the ability to pre-load routes (thanks to its advanced GPS specs) at its launch. However, the OEM also admitted that those features would only appear on the wearable after shipping. They were to be added as part of a promised OTA update - which has just been released.

It seems that Motorola is on the verge of releasing the S30 Pro and Edge 30 Fusion, two names for the XT2243-2. To be sold in different markets, the pair will both feature a Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset and at least 12 GB of RAM. Allegedly, the S30 Pro and Edge 30 Fusion will debut later this quarter with a 144 Hz display and a 50 MP primary camera too, among other features.

The Blitzwolf BW-WA3 Pro 120 W Bluetooth speaker is now available via Banggood. The device has up to 15 hours of playback time thanks to a 16,000 mAh battery and doubles as a power bank. The gadget has built-in RGB dynamic lighting and a hands-free calling function. Plus, you can pair two speakers for a 240 W surround stereo experience.

Samsung is on the verge of introducing the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro, its replacements for the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic, respectively. However, the company's UK insurance portal has listed all Galaxy Watch5 series models, including 'Golf' special edition models for the 40 mm and 44 mm versions of the Galaxy Watch5.

Contrary to reports, Samsung may not be bringing a Burgundy Red version of the Galaxy Z Fold4 to market globally. Based on the Samsung Care+ portal, Samsung's long-awaited 1 TB option may not be making an appearance either. Instead, some countries will only be receiving the Galaxy Z Fold4 with 256 GB or 512 GB of storage, plus a choice of Phantom Black, 'GreyGreen' and Beige colour options.

Tesla's Elon Musk urged lithium producers to become refiners as well, since the lucrative niche is currently 'a license to print money.' The world's largest refiner Ganfeng Lithium heard the call and just announced the biggest solid-state battery factory on its home turf.

AMD could announce the Zen 4-based Ryzen 7000 parts in the first week of September followed by launch on September 15. Early pricing info indicates that the Zen 4 Raphael desktop lineup will start from US$229 for the Ryzen 5 7600 and top-out at US$799 for the Ryzen 9 7950X. AMD is also expected to introduce Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Ryzen 9 7950X3D as Zen 4 3D V-Cache SKUs.

The Arc A770M, a flagship mobile Intel GPU card, managed to score above 10k points in TimeSpy, per tipster @_rogame. This puts it ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 mobile. As with the A380, however, driver support could paint a different picture when it comes to in-game performance.

Garmin has released a new beta update for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S, bringing the pair up to Beta version 9.13. Arriving as the first beta update since v8.64, Beta version 9.13 includes 40 changes, including 13 new features and plenty of bug fixes. Beta version 9.13 should be available to download now on all Instinct 2 series smartwatches enrolled in Garmin's Beta Program.

Garmin has rolled out a new beta update to Fenix 6, Enduro, Tactix and MARQ series smartwatches, following the release of five alpha updates. Beta version 22.80 contains several changes from Beta version 22.10 and a few differences from Alpha version 22.76. Beta version 22.80 is rolling out now and should arrive as an over-the-air (OTA) update.

Samsung has inadvertently confirmed the Bespoke Edition colour options in which it will soon sell the Galaxy Z Flip4. To be offered alongside the smartphone's general retail colourways, the Bespoke Edition versions will be available with three frame colours, plus five options for the Galaxy Z Flip4's front and back panels.

OnePlus India has delivered on its hype campaign for the first-ever pair of TWS earbuds branded to match Nord CE smartphones today (August 1, 2022). These "Dynamic Bass" earphones have now also been officially revealed as lightweight wearables that also support a "Sound Master Equalizer", Bluetooth 5.2 and "AI noise cancellation", albeit just for calls.

Motorola has outlined more details about the Moto X30 Pro, its next flagship smartphone. Expected to launch globally as the Edge 30 Ultra, the Moto X30 Pro will be the first smartphone with the ISOCELL HP1, Samsung's 200 MP camera sensor. The Moto X30 Pro has appeared on TENAA ahead of tomorrow's announcement too.

The iQOO Neo6 is an Android smartphone that offers powerful, performance-focused specs headed by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor for not much more than US$400 in China. Now, however, it is said to get a successor with MediaTek's latest, fastest chipset instead. The Dimensity 9000 Plus might get a flat high-refresh-rate display to drive in this apparently upcoming 7.

Whether Apple is truly on track to launch its first ever Car in the next few years or not is a hotly-debated topic in the tech space. Nevertheless, the OEM has allegedly made a potentially crucial addition to its growing automotive team: Luigi Taraborrelli, a designer who spent 20 years at the iconic marque Lamborghini prior to apparently taking a new, leading role in Cupertino.

The Xiaomi 12T series is on the way. The duo is expected to arrive either in August or September, and a new leak has now revealed more details of the vanilla Xiaomi 12T than any prior leak, with notable takeaways including a 1.5K display and a potential MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra.

The Xiaomi Mijia Glasses Camera will soon start crowdfunding in China. The wearable has AR features, such as translation between English and Chinese, with additional tools to be added later. The gadget has a 50 MP primary camera and an 8 MP periscope camera for up to 15 times zoom. Plus, a Sony Micro OLED display provides a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits.