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HP is introducing the Omen Transcend 14 at CES 2024, pitching it as the world's coolest and lightest 14-inch gaming laptop. The Omen Transcend 14 features an IMAX-enhanced 2.8K 120 Hz OLED display and offers up to Core Ultra 9 185H and RTX 4070 options. Buyers can also optionally configure the Transcend 14 with Wi-Fi 7 networking.

The HyperX Ally Rise and Alloy Rise 75 have been officially launched alongside the HyperX PulseFire Haste 2 Mini mouse, HyperX Clutch Tanto Mini controller and HyperX Cloud Mini gaming headset. All four products will hit stores in Spring 2024.

Oppo has unveiled its latest camera flagship, the Oppo Find X7 Ultra. As a true successor to one of the top-rated smartphones in DXOMARK's list, the Find X6 Pro, it sets a new standard in mobile photography. It's the first smartphone to come with two periscope telephoto sensors and Sony's new LYT-900 sensor. The phone also brings many other upgrades over its predecessor.

CMF has launched a new Striking Silver Edition of the Nothing Watch Pro. The latest colorway has similar features to its predecessors, with support for Bluetooth calling and built-in GPS. The gadget is currently on sale in a limited number of countries, with the company announcing a wider rollout of the wearable at retailers worldwide.

Asus has now revealed some benchmark numbers for its upcoming gaming smartphone, the ROG Phone 8 Pro. The ROG Phone 8 Pro is poised to make it debut in China on January 16 and will arrive with performance numbers that seemingly dwarf its competitors'.

LG has unveiled the Gram Pro 360 at CES 2024, which is Guiness-certified to be the lightest 16-inch convertible. The Gram Pro 360 features a 120 Hz WQXGA+ OLED panel and is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with integrated Arc graphics. The convertible also comes with LG's suite of AI enhancements and Gram Link.

Samsung’s Ukraine store accidentally listed the Samsung 990 EVO SSD before a formal announcement. It has also popped up on Amazon in Germany. These gave away the core details and the early pricing information about the mid-range SSD.

United Launch Alliance (ULA) debuts Vulcan rocket, carrying the first U.S. moon lander in decades. The Peregrine lunar lander is set to land on the moon on February 23. This marks the first U.S. moon landing attempt in over half a century.

Acer is introducing its glass-less 3D SpatialLab tech to the Predator monitor lineup. The Predator SpatialLabs View 27 supports UHD 160 Hz with Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium. Acer is providing several software enhancements to enable gamers to directly launch supported titles in 3D. A View Pro 27 of the monitor geared towards creative professionals and developers is also being launched.

ONECOME has debuted the 6-pad FINTIN V1 handheld keyboard. This innovative Bluetooth device allows users to type blind through the use of easy-to-memorize sets of keypads that correspond to the regular QWERTY layout. This compact keyboard enables rapid text entry while wearing AR/VR/XR headsets.

Streaming providers are becoming more and more expensive in the US. In this phase of all times, Best Buy is suspending the sale of physical video media. Video games on the other hand will still continue to be on offer.

The Garmin Beta Update Version 18.12 is rolling out to Forerunner 255, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches. The update surfaced a few days ago, with Garmin only recently confirming the complete list of changes included with the software. There are several new features like Sleep Coach glance, Jump Rope and Lap Undo.

The IKEA ACKJA / TRÅDFRI Pendant lamp with light bulb, a wavy smart light, has been launched in countries worldwide. The new product can be controlled via a STYRBAR remote control or the IKEA Home smart app, with options to adjust the brightness and color temperature.

At CES 2024, Acer is introducing the Aspire Go series targeted at entry-level and casual users. The Aspire Go 14 comes in both Intel and AMD options while the Aspire Go 15 is offered only with Intel Core i3 N-series CPUs. Both laptops offer 16:10 displays, a dedicated Copilot key, and up to 10 hours of battery life.

At least four months before its expected launch in China, several hands-on images of a global prototype of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra have now emerged, which ostensibly shows the smartphone being compared and tested with various other camera flagships of the year.

FriendlyElec has updated the NanoPi R2S, a single-board computer that it released last year. Available from $30, the FriendlyElec NanoPi R2S Plus adds an M.2 E-Key slot and more USB ports, among other features.

With just under 10 days to go before the first Galaxy Unpacked launch event of 2024, the three exclusive Galaxy S24 Ultra colors, which will only be available directly from Samsung, can now be seen for the first time in official press images. Anyone who is more interested in the classic Titanium Gray can now see a first hands-on picture with the display switched on.

Eurozone pricing for the Redmi Note 13 5G has surfaced online days after the device's Indian release. Slated to launch globally later this month, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G has an additional rear-facing camera over its Chinese counterpart, plus a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a modern MediaTek chipset and a 5,000 mAh battery.

ESR has announced that the next generation of charging accessories will include products compatible with the new Qi2 standard rated to bring a MagSafe-like experience to compatible Android devices. On that note, the OEM will also unveil its latest range of officially Apple-certified chargers at CES 2024.

Besides testing it on California roads, Tesla seems to be is already making the Model 3 Highland in its Fremont factory, albeit a decoy version with the Shanghai badging. One of those test Highlands has gotten the up close and personal photoshoot treatment.

Hundreds of typical errors in laboratory diagnostics can be eliminated with a few fundamental changes, an MIT study has found. By looking at the system as a whole, problems known from aerospace technology could be identified - solution included.

The RedMagic 9 Pro is currently the #1 Android smartphone on the AnTuTu Benchmark's rankings, and its maker has lost no time in pointing that fact out. The OEM touts its new gaming flagship as having "The Chill that Never Quits" thanks to its active cooling system. The 9 Pro has now also been released through more channels online.

When Beats debuted the Studio Pro wireless headphones, they stood out to some as an affordable alternative to the Apple AirPods Max. While you may disagree with that, these noise-canceling headphones do offer many premium features for less. You now have the chance to get even more value by grabbing this 49% deal.

Acer has unveiled the 2024 Swift X 14 laptop with the latest Intel Core Ultra Meteor Lake CPUs, up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, and 1 TB of storage. The laptop comes with a 14.5-inch OLED display and, as is the case with almost all newly-announced Windows notebooks, packs AI goodies like AI noise reduction and a dedicated Windows Copilot button.

Acer has announced the Aspire Vero 16, an eco-friendly laptop built with Post Consumer Recycled (PCR) materials and an OceanGlass touchpad made from Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP). The notebook features a new design powered by the latest Intel Meteor Lake Core Ultra CPU alongside 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory.

Acer has introduced yet another spin-off in the Predator X34 series. Arriving next quarter as the Predator X34 X, the 34-inch OLED gaming monitor jumps to a 240 Hz refresh rate, which it combines with a 1440p resolution and 0.1 ms response times. The Acer Predator X34 X is also VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certified, among other features.

Acer has brought the Predator X39 to CES 2024, one of four gaming monitors the company has shown at this year's Las Vegas-based conference. Available in Q2 2024, the Acer Predator X39 has a 39-inch OLED panel that outputs at 1440p with a 240 Hz refresh rate and 0.01 ms response times, all for the princely sum of €1,449 in the Eurozone.

The Predator Z57 spans a whopping 57-inches across and outputs at a heady 7,680 x 2,160 pixels. Launching next quarter, the Acer Predator Z57 has a pair of HDMI 2.1 ports, a 120 Hz refresh rate and is VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified thanks to its 2,304 Mini LED local dimming zones.

Acer has presneted the Predator X34 V3, a new Predator X34 series monitor based around an IPS panel with Mini LED backlight zones. Available next quarter for €849, the Predator X34 V3 also has a 1500R curvature, a 1440p resolution and a 180 Hz refresh rate, among other features.

Acer has upgraded the Swift Go 16 with Intel's newest Meteor Lake chips. Other upgrades include a 1440p webcam, two Thunderbolt 4.0 ports and an Intel Arc iGPU.

The Predator Connect T7 is Acer's first Wi-Fi 7 router and the apparent successor to last year's Predator Connect W6. Not only does the new router feature a completely new design, but it also has fewer Ethernet ports than its predecessor, with various features to maximise security and minimise network interference.

Acer has unveiled a follow-up to the Predator Connect X5 5G, its most recent 5G router. In its place arrives the Predator Connect X7 5G CPE with a redesigned housing and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The new Predator Connect X router continues to support load balancing and failover mechanisms, among other features.

After just a few days, TerraMaster has unveiled yet another network storage device. The F4-424 Pro has a powerful processor and is designed to support very large amounts of storage. Faster network connections are also possible.

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will enable the user to choose the main color of the app from a range of options. As spotted by WABetaInfo, the feature is still under development and is not yet available for testers. It popped up on the TestFlight beta Program as iOS beta 24.1.10.70 with a TestFlight build of 24.1.10.

Geekom is getting ready to unveil new mini PCs powered by the latest Intel Meteor Lake and AMD Hawk Point processors at CES 2024. Among the upcoming mini computers is the Geekom IT14 Pro, which is confirmed to feature an Intel Core Ultra processor and housing similar to the Intel NUC 13 Pro Kit mini PC.

3M has launched the PELTOR WS ALERT XPV solar-charged, communications headset. This protective headset uses Exeger Powerfoyle solar cells to continuously charge the internal lithium battery in lit conditions indoors and outdoors to eliminate charging downtime.

Xiaomi is now offering a new e-reader that comes with a high-resolution E Ink panel and is also equipped with a backlight that can be finely adjusted. An intelligent refresh mode is designed to recognize text and photos.

Jackery has presented a robot on four wheels that promises particularly efficient use of solar energy and functions as a power bank. The model is also designed to operate automatically.

iQOO India has announced that the Neo9 Pro will power its 2024 soon. The Android smartphone will be available in its most distinctive two-toned colorway when unleashed on its new market. It will also bring a high-refresh-rate screen driven by the MediaTek Dimensity series' most powerful chipset of 2023 and fast charging with it on that date - hopefully.

Volkswagen has put its solid-state battery joint venture cells to the ultimate aging and capacity loss test and confirmed that they 'don't age.' The solid-state battery of its PowerCo partnership went way beyond the current 700-cycle and 20% retention benchmarks.

XREAL (formerly Nreal) has declared itself "the largest player in the augmented reality (AR) industry", having captured just over half of that market according to its latest sales report. The brand also claims to have shipped over 300,000 units of its Air-brand glasses to date, a new generation of which might be unveiled during CES 2024.

Fiido asserts that its latest product is the best and safest way possible to make a child's first two-wheeler electric. The Kidz is touted to address some problems the OEM claims to have identified with some balance bikes of its type, which include having a throttle and pedal assist, but in a way that can be controlled by a parent or guardian if necessary.

Urbanista is advancing towards a truly cordless future. It has debuted the second-gen Phoenix true wireless earbuds and Los Angeles headphones. They bring a number of upgrades over their predecessors, and the good part is that they still rely on Exeger's Powerfoyle solar charging tech.

The Amazfit Cheetah Pro smartwatch is receiving new software. The latest update brings a range of new features, including route tracking in winter sports and running performance data. Plus, the company has hinted at a similar update in the near future for other wearables in its range.

In 2023, most Strava registered runners were still using the Garmin Forerunner 235, first released in October 2015. A majority of cyclists were using the Garmin Edge 530.

The Rollme R1 Health Smart Ring has appeared as a new budget model. The product page alleges that you can use the wearable to track biometrics like your heart rate, body temperature and SpO2 level. However, there are several factors which we recommend you consider before you make a purchase.

The Galaxy Xcover7 is a new smartphone from Samsung, which is also characterized in particular by its durability. It is now known what price the model will be sold for.

The very first Android smartphone will soon deliver Dolby Vision 4K video recordings in HDR - that's what Oppo promises for its Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra, whose differences in the camera area have now been clarified. The portrait shots taken with one of the two periscope telephoto cameras also impressed the internet community.

The Amazfit T-Rex Ultra and Falcon smartwatches are receiving a new update. The latest software brings a range of features to the wearables, like new ball workouts, AI running plans and real-time performance data at a glance. The update also optimizes Strength training tracking and personal best records.

A new Mini LED driver from Sony has been unveiled, with rumors suggesting it will be used in a 2024 flagship model. The technology allows for an increased number of dimming zones, making the new TV significantly brighter than older models without compromising on power consumption.