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Leaker Digital Chat Station has now thrown some light on Xiaomi's short-term product schedule for its Redmi brand. The Redmi K50 Ultra—or the Redmi K50S Pro—is on its way with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and will be followed by the Redmi Note 12 series.

Samsung Galaxy A smartphones have improved a lot in the photography department thanks to the company bringing better camera hardware like OIS to midrange phones. Samsung is now planning to focus more on the core camera experience by removing depth sensors from some future Galaxy A devices.

Powered by Mediatek's Helio P90 processor, the MIL-STD-810H-certified Doogee S89 Pro is a rugged phone that sports a 12,000 mAh battery with 65 W fast charging, as well as a 6.3-inch LCD FHD+ display, a tricolor breathing light, and more. The early-bird discount can push the price below the US$250 mark.

Honor has introduced the Tablet 8, an Android-powered tablet that closely resembles the Galaxy Tab S8 and Xiaomi Pad 5. Equipped with up to 8 GB of RAM and Android 12, the Honor Tablet 8 is available in China with a choice of three colours and memory configurations.

A new leak has outlined how much the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 will cost in Europe. With potential price rises for both models compared to their predecessors, it seems that a 1 TB version of the Galaxy Z Fold4 may not make it to European markets either.

The Galaxy M02 is an HD+ LCD display, dual-camera Android smartphone that launched in 2021, and never saw an M03 successor. However, it now seems Samsung intends to forge right ahead with an M04 that may debut in 2023, if not earlier, with an SoC and OS upgrade over its bargain-bucket forebear.

OPPO has confirmed that it has secured the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 wearable platform for its 2022 flagship Watch. In fact, the OEM has indicated that there will be more than 1 version of this third-gen smartwatch, which will also be first to the market with its new chipset. OPPO has hinted at its ability to boost performance in its inaugural vehicle.

The MScreen ultra-wide portable screen has launched via a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. The gadget has a 32:9 aspect ratio and a 1920 x 770 HD resolution. You can connect to the device via HDMI and USB ports. The MScreen is available in 8.8-in Mini and 14.1-in Standard models.

The Nubert nuPro XS-8500 RC is now available to pre-order in Germany. The soundbar has a total output of up to 820 W and can support wireless 7.1.4 playback. The gadget is compatible with various technologies, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. The device has been designed for a home cinema set-up, with a built-in subwoofer.

iQOO will wait until August 2022 to launch its 9T - however, the brand already asserts that it is the fastest device in the AnTuTu rankings - for its price-bracket, that is. Then again, with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor, up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB internal storage, it may well be capable of the "1.1 million" score with which it is now associated.

Burned by the privacy and security controversies surrounding its first take on AR/VR glasses, Google is resurrecting their consumer application with real-world trials by select testers. They will have strict privacy training and the glasses won't have imaging or videography abilities, as Google is preparing to take on the Apple Glasses device that may be released next year.

Amazfit has presented the Band 7, a smartwatch that shares more similarities with the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 than its name. Available for US$49.99, the Amazfit Band 7 has a large display, plenty of health monitoring options and a variety of colour options. The Amazfit Band 7 is orderable now in multiple markets and can last up to 28 days between charges of its 232 mAh battery.

Hisense has introduced the PX1-Pro, a 4K DLP laser projector that relies on Android TV 10. Equipped with Hisense's TriChroma light engine, the PX1-Pro also has two HDMI 2.1 and USB Type-A ports. The Hisense PX1-Pro is orderable now in multiple markets and can create between 90-inch and 130-inch projections.

Realme sub-brand DIZO has introduced the Watch D Sharp, a smartwatch that follows in the footsteps of the DIZO Watch D. Available in three colours, the DIZO Watch D Sharp has a 1.75-inch display, 5 ATM waterproofing, up to 14 days of battery life and smart controls, among other features.

Google has started offering the Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro in multiple markets. Available to order in far more countries than the Pixel 5a, the Pixel 6a will begin shipping next week, as will the Pixel Buds Pro. Google is offering a pre-order bonus worth £99.99 with Pixel 6a bonuses too.

ESR has launched its series of HaloLock wireless chargers with CryoBoost technology in the UK. The company claims that the devices can charge Apple gadgets faster than the official MagSafe chargers, thanks to its new cooling technology. The lineup includes 3-in-1, 2-in-1 and car mount charging devices.

Intel's upcoming Raptor Lake-based Core i9-13900K has shown up online yet again, this time around on the CPU-Z Validator benchmark database. It scored 864 and 13,054 in the single and multi-thread tests, respectively.

Infinix has expanded Note 12 series with the Note 12 Pro 4G, a cheaper counterpart to the Note 12 Pro 5G. Equipped with a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, the Note 12 Pro 4G also has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and a 108 MP camera, among other features.

Apple has finally released new OS updates for the iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch following almost two months of beta testing. iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, macOS 12.5 and watchOS 8.7 are all available to download now and mainly focus on fixing bugs that existed in older builds.

The latest update for the Fitbit Charge 5, version 1.171.50, is now available. The update brings the Find Phone tool to the device, enabling you to generate a loud noise on a connected smartphone, similar to Apple’s Find My Phone feature. Also included is a fix for the recently spotted battery drain issue alongside various other improvements and bug fixes.

The Bosch Light/shutter control II is now available in Europe. The device can turn regular electric blinds into smart blinds and act as a smart light controller. With the gadget, you can control your lighting and blinds with voice commands or via the Bosch app, with tools such as a timer and scheduler.

A leaker has provided more details about Zenfone 9, ASUS' next smartphone. Due to be officially presented in a few days, the ASUS Zenfone 9 will be a compact Android flagship powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and with a 120 Hz OLED display. Unfortunately, the Zenfone 9 is rumoured to receive software updates for just two years and mid-range cameras.

The Brydge ProDock Thunderbolt 4 MacBook docking station is now available to pre-order in the US. The vertical dock expands your range of ports with three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an SD card reader, USB-A and USB-C ports. Plus, the gadget has a 15 W wireless charging pad, and supports dual 4K displays at up to 60 Hz.

Anbernic has started offering the Win600, a compact gaming handheld powered by the AMD Athlon Silver 3020e or Athlon Silver 3050e. Also equipped with 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage, the Anbernic Win600 has a 5.96-inch display and starts at US$314.99.

Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi G 2022, a more compact take on the Redmi G 2021. Equipped with a choice of Intel Alder Lake-H series and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 series GPUs, the Redmi G 2022 is considerably smaller than the Redmi G 2021, thanks to its 16:10 display. All configurations feature a 16-inch display with a 2.5K resolution, a 165 Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of peak brightness.

Mobvoi has announced that a next-generation TicWatch smartwatch is in the works. Presumed to be the TicWatch Pro 4, Mobvoi has teased that the smartwatch has a robust design with ultra-fast performance and improved battery life. The TicWatch Pro 4 will be one of the first smartwatches with the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1, Qualcomm's latest smartwatch platform.

Elon Musk is cautiously optimistic that Tesla can claw back its 'embarrassing' price increases in the last few months, provided that inflation is brought under control. Tesla sold the majority of its Bitcoin holding in order to stay afloat in Q2 faced with the EV production challenges in Shanghai's Gigafactory.

The Layer Design Pendler concept e-bike has been revealed. The pedelec comes with a range of modular accessories, including front and rear luggage racks and a handlebar-mounted phone holder. The bike is also fitted with front, rear and indicator lights. The Pendler has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and up to 70 km (~43 miles) range.

Italian motorcycle brand MV Agusta has unveiled two new Lucky Explorer Project e-bikes, the E-Enduro and the E-Gravel. The E-Gravel bike weighs 13.4 kg (~29.5 lbs) and has a range of 140 km (~87 miles). The E-Enduro has user-friendly controls, including a BOSCH Kiox 300 display and BOSCH Mini Remote.

Sony and Insomniac Games have revealed the minimum hardware requirements to run Marvel's Spider-Man on PC, along with PC-specific features and pre-order bonuses. The game will be playable via Steam and Epic Games Store on August 12.

After a plethora of rumors about Intel’s RTX 3070-killer Arc A780, the company has finally broken its silence on the GPU. However, the news is not a good one for Intel fans as it has now denied ever working on an Arc A780 board. Admittedly, this isn’t sitting well with leaker Moore’s Law is Dead who has repeatedly confirmed the existence of the Arc A780.

Although the brand-new MacBook Air with the lightning-quick Apple M2 chip has only been on the market for a few days, first customers and reviewers are already noticing that one of the new colors seems to be particularly susceptible to scuffs and scratches.

The Apple M2 SoC has scored another benchmark victory by topping PassMark’s current laptop CPU chart for single-thread performance. The M2 actually removed none other than the impressively powerful Intel Core i9-12950HX from the top; however, the Apple silicon couldn’t outscore chips like the i7-1260P and i7-1280P in multithread testing.

With an anticipated base price of around €20,000, Hyundai's small electric car is supposed to entice budget-conscious EV buyers in Europe who cannot afford the popular but also considerably more expensive Hyundai Ioniq 5.

Nothing has released software version 1.1.0 for the Phone (1), a small package that contains plenty of changes. Available to download now, the software update includes several promised features, as well as delivering several optimisations and improvements.

Samsung is preparing to launch several new products, with its next Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for August 10. Although Samsung has not announced any of its rumoured devices yet, it is taking Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch5 Pro, Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4 reservations in the US.

Lenovo has presented the ThinkCentre neo 50a 24 with an all-Intel set-up. Equipped with 45 W processors and discrete graphics, the ThinkCentre neo 50a 24 should deliver decent performance in a compact design. The ThinkCentre neo 50a 24 will be available in multiple markets from next month.

Xiaomi has teased the Redmi G 2022, another 16-inch gaming laptop. It seems that Xiaomi has a few changes to the Redmi G this time around, such as updating its design and including a 2.5K display with a 165 Hz refresh rate.

Arcfox has announced that it is finally ready to "deliver" its alphaS, the world's first car to ship with Huawei Inside, a full smart car solution from the eponymous hardware and software OEM. The solution is rated to run the vehicle's comprehensive array of sensors, and also involves a cabin that runs HarmonyOS. The car starts at around US$60,000 on the Chinese market.

The Anker 757 PowerHouse 1229 Wh, recently launched in the US, is currently available with a US$150 discount. The power station has multiple outputs, including a 100 W fast-charging USB-C port. HyperFlash technology allows you to recharge the gadget to 80% in one hour, and you can also charge the battery via solar panels.

The new solid-state battery contestant has been created with the challenging sulfide technology that has allowed Svolt to create both a solid electrolyte and separator. This resulted in an all-solid-state battery pack with up to 400 Wh/kg energy density, unlike the solid-liquid hybrids that NIO and Dongfeng chose to put in their electric cars.

Twelve South has released an updated version of the HoverBar Duo, an iPad and iPhone stand. The second generation model has a new QuickSwitch tab, which allows you to quickly move the HoverBar arm between a weighted base and an adjustable clamp. You can use the gadget to hold your tablet next to your external monitor, make video calls or record videos.

Trek has launched a new e-mountain bike range, the Fuel EXe. The pedelec has a quiet motor, with a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 50 Nm of torque. A 360 Wh battery can assist you for up to five hours, and you can buy an optional range extender. The lightest bike in the series weighs 17.47 kg (~38.52 lbs) and is equipped with a display and handlebar remote.

OnePlus has now officially confirmed the branding and launch date of its next premium phone. The OnePlus 10T 5G will make its global debut on August 3, and is expected to arrive with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in tow, as a cheaper alternative to the OnePlus 10 Pro.

Vizio has unveiled the Quantum X TV series with 4K UHD displays. The gadgets support a 240 Hz refresh rate at 1080p, or a 120 Hz refresh rate at 4K, making them suitable for gaming. The devices are compatible with various technologies, including Dolby Vision and HDR10+. 50-in, 65-in and 75-in models will shortly be available in the US.

Xiaomi has started selling the Smart Speaker IR Control in India, where it costs INR 4,999 (~US$63). Featuring a 1.5-inch driver, the Smart Speaker IR Control also offers Google Assistant and Google Chromecast support, among other features.

It turns out that the latest MacBook Air can match or even outperform the M2-powered MacBook Pro 13. With a simple modification, the MacBook Air can maintain peak performance for longer, which should be useful for short bursts of intense activity.

Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi K50i, which it bills as offering 'extreme performance'. Equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset, the Redmi K50i also has LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 flash storage and a 144 Hz display. The Redmi K50i will be orderable later this week in India.

The OnePlus 10T is projected to launch as a flagship smartphone that will break the OEM's current top limit for RAM soon. The SKU in question might just have shown up on Geekbench in a leak that could confirm its new selling point. However, some potentially disappointing twists for this tale have already emerged.

Qualcomm has already turned its attention to its next-generation flagship smartphone chipset, having recently introduced the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. Currently thought of as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the SoC will arrive a few weeks earlier than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 did last year.