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The Huawei PixLab V1 Color Inkjet printer is now available to pre-order in China. The gadget runs on the new HarmonyOS 3, with the ability to remotely print from connected smartphones and laptops. Intelligent features of the device include a handwriting erase tool and automatic position correction when photocopying.

The Kwumsy Power Hub PH1 is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The multi-purpose device has six ports, such as a 65 W USB-C charging output with GaN technology. Also included in the gadget are 18 W USB-A ports and an HDMI output that supports 4K at 30 Hz. The compact device weighs 194 g (~6.8 oz) and is currently selling for HK$462 (~US$59).

Lenovo is geared to release its first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 device shortly. The Lenovo Legion Y70 has been confirmed to debut on August 13 as a mid-year replacement for the Legion Y90. Marketing images and specs of the performance-focused phone have also leaked ahead of that date.

These latest prototype pictures of the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron show that the German automaker’s upcoming electric SUV looks quite similar its smaller sister model. Although the exterior design is no big surprise, most differences to the Q4 e-tron will probably be found under the hood.

If the rumors are true, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will come equipped with a new 200 MP main camera. While information regarding the auxiliary shooters has been scarce, Galaxy Club has now shed some light on the telephoto unit on the Galaxy S23 Ultra and it may be disappointing to some fans.

Skyline, a new in-development Nintendo Switch emulator for Android devices, is already compatible with several Switch games. While Skyline will likely need years of further development, Super Mario Odyssey actually runs on the latest build, albeit at a low framerate.

The fourth generation prototype of the Arcimoto Mean Lean Machine electric trike has been revealed. The new model, the Cybertrike, features improved suspension and carbon fibre wheels. The company is planning to launch the vehicle by the end of the year, with a range of over 200 miles (~322 km).

The Buxus Eva and Buxus Eva-S e-bikes have been unveiled. Both vehicles have a design similar to a motorcycle, with a dual suspension system to suit various terrains. The Eva model has a top speed of 30 mph (~48 kph), while the Eva-S can reach 38 mph (~61 kph). The standard and S variants of the bike have a range of 64 miles (~103 km) and 75 miles (~121 km), respectively.

The successors of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and MediaTek Dimensity 8100 are in the works. While the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 has failed to challenge the Dimensity 8100, the next-gen chipsets look set to be on par, thanks in part to TSMC's 4nm process.

Expected to hit the market in Take-Two's 2024 fiscal year (April 2023 to March 2024), the next installment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise promises to bring the first playable female protagonist of the series in an open world environment that promises to move beyond what GTA 5 has to offer. However, nothing is official yet.

The Pixel 6a is Google's latest smartphone, and is thus only just now getting into the hands of YouTube reviewers. Two of these channels have found that their experience with the device has been marred by a strange and possibly severe bug. Their units' in-display fingerprint scanners allegedly unlock their screens in response to the detection of fingers that were never registered in their UIs.

Volkswagen has announced that it is now producing the all-electric ID.4 in the US. The EV will be manufactured in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with VW aiming to build 7,000 units per month at the site by the end of the year. Two 82 kWh versions will be produced on the line initially, all-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive, with a cheaper 52 kWh model to follow shortly.

The Geminos dual-screen desktop monitor from Mobile Pixels Inc is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The gadget combines two 24-in 1080p backlit LED displays to create an angled surface. Other features of the device include a built-in HD webcam and speakers, plus a docking station that supports 100 W pass-through charging.

Huawei has announced a mid-generation refresh of the Watch 3 Pro, now available with HarmonyOS 3. Also, the revised smartwatch features turn-by-turn satellite navigation, allowing you to leave your smartphone in your pocket. The Watch 3 Pro 2022 edition can take an ECG too, as well as featuring SpO2 and skin temperature sensors.

While most Xiaomi users are still waiting for the MIUI 13.5 update, the first bits of information on MIUI 14 show up. The latest early beta version comes with anti-fraud protection, the ability to recognize text on images in the Gallery app, as well as multiple visual changes that suggest the use of a new approach to interface design.

Huawei has unveiled a new version of the MatePad Pro 11, now equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and a 120 Hz OLED display. Available in multiple configurations, the MatePad Pro 11 is also one of the first devices running HarmonyOS 3. The new MatePad Pro 11 supports a detachable keyboard and active stylus too.

OnePlus is said to have an inaugural smartwatch to add to its sub-flagship Nord series of devices soon. Now, a famous leaker purports to have dug up more evidence to that effect, which consist of screens pertaining to the wearable's dedicated app. It also seems the new SpO2-tracking accessory is headed to the Indian market.

Huawei has revealed the latest version of the MateBook X Pro in China, which starts at CNY 8,999 (~US$1,330) with an Intel Core i5-1240P processor. Also available with a Core i7-1260P and a unique skin-soothing metallic body option, the MateBook Pro X 2022 can cost up to CNY 12,999 (~US$1,922) for the fully configured option.

Motorola now has less than a week from today (July 27, 2022) before the launch of its latest foldable smartphone. However, it seems the OEM could not wait until then to reveal that the upcoming Razr will indeed step up to a top-end Qualcomm processor. An executive insists that its battery capacity, while still falling below typical smartphone levels, will be enough to keep the new clamshell's main display on all day.

Driver Monitoring Systems have turned from a nuisance for people with smaller eyes to a long-term problem as far as their safety driving scores are concerned. The systems keep counting their specific eye shapes as distracted driving and deducting safety points thus restricting wider access to the smart car's respective self-driving modes.

For years, the premier class of ThinkPad laptops was exclusively equipped with Intel CPUs. With our newest review device, this is over: The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is the first high-end ThinkPad with AMD CPUs.

ASUS has introduced ROG Strix XG32UQ with a 4K resolution and a 160 Hz refresh rate. Available with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync support, the 32-inch gaming monitor also features 1 ms response times across its IPS panel with DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 connectivity.

Dealabs, a reputable leaker for Sony leaks, has listed the games PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers get to play in August, namely Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Little Nightmares and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2.

More details about Project Cambria have emerged, expected to launch as the Meta Quest Pro. With a high starting price, the Quest Pro will be considerably more expensive than the Quest 2. The Quest Pro's controllers should be available separately too and may even be compatible with the existing Quest 2.

HIGOLE has introduced the GOLE1 Pro 2022, a mini-PC powered by Intel Gemini Lake and Gemini Lake Refresh processors. Available with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, the GOLE1 Pro 2022 starts at US$199 with a Celeron N4000 and should start shipping in two months' time.

The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are a few weeks away from launching. However, a cheap clone has launched in China, with LeBest even repurposing Apple's naming scheme. The LeBest X14 Pro Max also borrows from the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, albeit without either of their flagship specifications.

The F(x)tec Pro1-X has started being delivered to backers, nearly two years after its launch in collaboration with XDA Developers. While one of the last smartphones with a slide-out keyboard, the F(x)tec Pro1-X has received a massive hardware downgrade compared to those that were offered during its Indiegogo campaign.

AOC has introduced the V5 series, a set of monitors that the company markets for home users and students. Equipped with 3-sided borderless bezels, the AOC V5 series features USB Type-C connectivity with 65 W power delivery and 24-inch to 31.5-inch panels that offer Full HD to QHD resolutions. The AOC V5 series is orderable in multiple markets, starting at £189.99 and €239 in the UK and Eurozone, respectively.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 remains about two weeks away from launching. However, the foldable smartphone can already be seen in official press photos, courtesy of @OnLeaks. So far, press photos of four colours have leaked, which detail the Galaxy Z Flip4 from all sides.

Twitter leaker Yogesh Brar has shed light on the entire Redmi K50s Pro spec sheet. It will feature a 6.67-inch 120 Hz OLED screen, a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 200 MP triple rear cameras and a 5,000 mAh battery with 120 W fast charging.

A few random examples of the new Tesla FSD Beta software editions catching surprise openings of random car doors on its way have emerged. Tesla's Full Self-Driving Mode reacted accordingly and was caught on camera detecting the new obstacle and avoiding collision in a split second.

A new leak has shed light on the entire OnePlus 10T spec sheet and high-quality renders. Its key specifications include a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120 Hz LTPO2 AMOLED panel, a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 50 MP triple rear cameras and a 4,800 mAh battery that supports 150 W fast charging.

The Fjord is a premium air purifier with NanoGuard technology that is equivalent to a HEPA13-class filter. For over $300 USD, however, let's see what else the unit can provide over less expensive alternatives.

Intel has announced that its Foundry Services have been chosen by MediaTek as a new chip supplier. The decision help the latter expand its portfolio of processors for the internet of things (IoT) market, as well as make sure it has stock of those new chips to sell. This, according to MediaTek, will help it stay in its current industry-leading position in general.

The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT was meant to be a budget 1080p board for cash-strapped gamers. But in making the GPU cheaper and unattractive to miners, AMD cut too many corners, leaving consumers with a card that barely had enough VRAM for 1080p. Sapphire is looking to change that with the new Sapphire PULSE AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT 8 GB.

Frugal 1080p gamers who are still looking for a suitable 15-inch gaming laptop in the sub-US$800 price range might want to consider a current deal on the quite popular and budget-friendly RTX 3050 Ti configuration of the Dell G15.

Numerous AMD Radeon RX 7000 boards and Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 series cards have turned up in two Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) filings. In addition to widely expected SKUs such as the RX 7900 XT and GeForce RTX 4090 Ti, there are some more curious submissions in the forms of the RTX 30 Super series and a non-XT variant of the RX 7900 XT.

A new type of Best Buy store has launched in North Carolina to offer consumers a "new" and possibly much more 2022 way to shop. The space, while nearly a tenth of the size of the average store associated with the chain, is rated to offer in-person consultations as well as a range of the latest or most popular products, in a way that might better adapt to the trend of consumers to shop and order online instead.

ORICO is a USB hub and storage accessory OEM that has just launched a new line of portable SSDs. Its MTQ-40G flagships have Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 ports with an up to 40 gigabit per second (Gbps) data-transmission rate, and are up to 2TB in capacity. However, they also stand out due to "durable" multi-colored exteriors styled after one of Piet Mondrian's most famous paintings.

Realme has announced the Pad X in India, one of many products that the company has presented today. Equipped with a Snapdragon 695 SoC and a 10.95-inch display, the Realme Pad X also has an 8,340 mAh battery that supports up to 33 W wired charging. The Realme Pad X will be orderable next month with 5G and Wi-Fi-only connectivity, as will a first-party keyboard and pen.

Realme has introduced its first-generation desktop monitor, which ships with HDMI, USB Type-C and VGA connectivity. Available later this week for INR 10,999 (~US$138), the monitor will cost INR 12,999 (~US$165) after Realme's pre-sale period ends. The monitor also delivers 250 nits of peak brightness with a 1080p native resolution and a 75 Hz refresh rate.

The Airversa Purelle Smart Air Purifier has been launched in the US, UK and Germany. The Thread-enabled gadget supports Apple HomeKit, allowing you to control the device with Siri voice commands when used alongside a compatible Apple product. The Purelle uses HEPA air filtration to purify up to 1,000 ft² (~92 m²) of air per hour.

Realme has presented the Watch 3 in India, where it has launched for INR 3,500 (~US$44). Price matching its predecessor, the Realme Watch 3 has a large display, supports Bluetooth calling and has a metallic frame. The Realme Watch 3 is orderable now with over 100 watch faces, 110 sports modes and comprehensive health monitoring.

The MarbleGate BreezeNova portable air conditioner is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The gadget has a cooling area of up to 60 ft²/h (~6 m²/h) and cooling power of 1,100 BTU/h (105 W). The 8-in-1 device features a mosquito repeller, Bluetooth speaker and flashlight. Plus, the BreezeNova doubles as a power bank with USB-A and USB-C charging ports.

Garmin has released Alpha version 9.12 for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S, replacing Alpha version 9.11. With Alpha version 9.12, Garmin has enabled Heart Rate Variability (HRV) status on the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S, plus Training Status 2.0. Alpha version 9.12 also contains several bug fixes and is available to download now for both smartwatches.

Boardcon has started offering the Compact3566, a single-board computer (SBC) that could be mistaken for a Raspberry Pi. Measuring 85 x 56 mm, the Compact3566 is compatible with Raspberry Pi 3 Model B accessories thanks to its 40-pin header. The Boardcon Compact3566 features a Rockchip 3566 too, along with up to 8 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 128 GB of eMMC flash storage.

Garmin continues to update its flagship smartwatches at a breakneck pace on its Beta Program. Now, the company has issued Alpha version 9.22, a software update that includes over 80 changes. Available to download now, Alpha version 9.22 succeeds v9.15 and contains new features like HRV status for the Epix 2. Alpha version 9.22 is available on Epix 2, Fenix 7 and Quatix 7 series smartwatches.

Banana Pi has unveiled the BPI-W3, a single-board computer (SBC) that the company intends people to use as a router. For some reason, the BPI-W3 only features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, plus three HDMI connections. Banana Pi has equipped the BPI-W3 with a Rockchip RK3588 too, and states that there will be support for Android 12, Linux and OpenWrt.

The Cyberize ONE from IceWhale Technology is crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The three-in-one device combines fast charging with port expansion and SSD storage. You can use the gadget to dock 4K displays and transfer data at up to 10 Gbps. Plus, the range of adapters offers up to 1 TB of external SSD storage.

Two new blood oxygen sensing features are rolling out to the Oura Ring Gen3. The wearable can now monitor SpO2 levels and track your breathing regularity when you are asleep. The tool uses red and infrared LED sensors, which are already fitted to the device. You can view the insights as a color-coded timeline in the accompanying app.