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The latest, tenth-gen version of Apple's most vanilla iPad comes upgraded to a relatively new A14 Bionic SoC and (perhaps more importantly) USB type-C for charging and syncing. However, as the famous durability vlog JerryRigEverything has now discovered, it also comes with drawbacks besides its confounding choice of first-party stylus support.

Available separately in 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB versions, as well as bundled with a 5 mm low-profile heatsink (only the 500 GB and 2 TB variants), the Crucial P5 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD is now discounted on Amazon. The discounts start at 37% (500 GB with heatsink) and go up to 53% (2 TB, standalone).

Released as a cheaper alternative to the AirPods Pro, the US$150 Beats Studio Buds TWS ANC earbuds are now down to less than US$90 thanks to a 40% Amazon discount. Unfortunately for those who would like to get them in black, red, white, or gray, the only discounted color choice is Ocean Blue.

The Phantom Black and white Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro TWS earbuds are now discounted on Amazon by no less than 50%. Thanks to this discount, the US$199.99 list price of this popular audio accessory is now down to just US$99.99. Sadly, the purple color choice is only 18% off, so its discounted price tag reads US$163.71.

If you're still stuck on Wi-Fi 5 and recently purchased a new laptop or smartphone, then it's more than likely that they can support speeds much faster than what your current router can provide. Now may be the time to upgrade your home wireless without needing to break the bank.

Xiaomi has made a new Pro version of its Sound smart speaker official . It has upgraded to a new adjustable ambient lighting effect as well as a new "7-part" speaker system. The Sound Pro also supports NFC and the latest ecosystem support baked into MIUI 14 for easy pairing and control using a new 13-series flagship smartphone.

Xiaomi has unveiled its latest router official alongside its new flagship Android smartphones. The first-gen device can support up to four 2.5 gigabit (Gb) wired connections, and also purports to support "10Gb wireless" thanks to its tri-band support. The OEM also asserts that it is fast and powerful enough to even support "light NAS" work if necessary.

Xiaomi has laid claim to a debut for the advanced LHDC 5.0 codec in TWS earphones with its new Buds 4. They are also rated for "intelligent" active noise cancellation (ANC), Independent Spatial Audio and up to 30 hours of battery life. They are available to order from now, albeit in China only, at a lower starting price than their Pro counterparts.

The massive 60% deal currently live on Amazon brings the Philips H9505 over-ear hybrid ANC headphones down to US$99.99 from a US$249.99 list price. With the same 27-hour battery life regardless of ANC status, these headphones feature a rounded over-ear design and custom control via the Philips Headphones app.

Xiaomi has prefaced its launch for its latest 13 series of flagship smartphones with an introduction to the new software the devices will run out of the box. MIUI 14 is based on Android 13, and is rated to bring improvements in terms of user privacy, UI layout and system resource usage with it. The new OS is also backed to improve control over connected devices throughout the home and the user's life.

With a list price of US$49.99, the latest model of Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K is now discounted by 46%, so those interested can get it for just US$26.99. In addition to 4K Ultra HD support for Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10+, this product also comes with Dolby Atmos audio and Alexa Voice remote.

Featuring 12 mm drivers tuned by AKG, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live TWS earbuds also come with active noise canceling, long battery life, and always-on voice assistance via Bixby. Currently discounted by up to 35% on Amazon (depending on the color), these earbuds can be acquired for less than US$100.

The European Union has set December 28, 2024 as the hard date when most electronics must include USB-C charging in order to be sold in EU member states. Perhaps most notably, this will force Apple to fully abandon its Lightning standard in order to sell iPhones in the EU. Laptops will have to include USB-C charging by 2026.

The Xiaomi 13 might be a compelling choice of a new Android smartphone thanks to its combination of the latest and potentially greatest SoC from Qualcomm and an all-new, flat display. However, this putative dream of thin-bezel fans is reportedly proving much less of one for accessory-makers, who allegedly claim that its lack of chin or forehead make a hard fit for a screen protector, especially if the user also wants to use a case with it.

Audeze today announced its latest gaming headset, the Maxwell. The closed-back headset can be used wired or wirelessly (via Bluetooth 5.3) and features 90 mm planar magnetic drivers. The microphone is a detachable cardioid designed by Shure.

Anker has currently discounted its 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station in the US and the UK, offering up to £90 (~US$110) off the device. The 13-in-1 gadget has a range of ports, including Thunderbolt 3, HDMI, USB-C and an SD card slot. The gadget works with non-M1 Macbooks and Windows laptops with a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port.

Capable of write speeds up to 1,000 MB/s and 1,050 MB/s reads on USB 3.2 Gen 2 supported devices, the Samsung T7 portable SSD is compatible with PCs, laptops, and consoles. Offering password protection and resistance from shocks, drops, and overheating, it is now discounted on Amazon by up to 44%.

Wireless mechanical keyboards with per-key RGB and fast response times can be quite expensive. At its normal retail price of >US$200, the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless is one such keyboard. Fortunately, Amazon currently has the device for a cool US$68 off, making the compact keyboard considerably cheaper.

Anker has launched its PowerHouse 767 portable power station. The gadget, which has recently been on pre-sale, has a 2,048 Wh battery and a maximum power output of 2,400 W. Outputs on the gadget include AC and USB-C ports, and you can recharge the device via solar panels, should you wish.

Fully waterproof and with a battery life of up to 12 hours, the JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth speaker can also handle phone calls while providing noise and echo-canceling capabilities. JBL Connect+ allows linking up to 100 speakers for an enhanced auditory experience. The ongoing 37% price cut brings the JBL Flip 4 down to US$69.94.

Google has released its latest software specifically for TVs, which is in turn based on the latest version of Android for mobile devices. Most of its new updates could be described as developer-facing in nature; then again, some users may welcome the expanded physical keyboard layout customizations and updated privacy controls when it eventually hits their own sets.

Pantone has announced its choice for 2023's Color of the Year, and has partnered with Motorola to celebrate this decision with a new SKU of the Edge 30 Fusion finished in the "fearless" hue. Its unveiling also coincides with the launch of the Moto Buds 600 ANC, a new pair of TWS earbuds that will be bundled with the new special edition, albeit in a different Pantone color.

Featuring a ridged case that sports a keyring loop, the Kingston DataTraveler Max is a USB-C flash drive with up to 1,000 MB/s read and 900 MB/s write speeds. The 512 GB version gets a 43% discount while its 1 TB sibling is 38% off, so their price tags now read US$59.99 and US$111.76, respectively.

Anker's home security brand eufy has built its name on assertions that footage recorded using its cameras is stored securely and only arrives on a user's device via “end-to-end military-grade encryption". However, The Verge now claims to be able to prove that some of these claims are technically false, citing some findings posted to Twitter by researchers.

Although a few models still sell for the list price and others have single-digit price drops, there are some Garmin Fenix 6 deals worth checking out. The most tempting ones are the 50% discounted Fenix 6s Pro Solar, the 48% off Fenix 6 Pro Solar, and the 46% discount that applies to the Fenix 6S Sapphire.

DEXPOLE is currently crowdfunding for its Solar Power Bank via Kickstarter. The portable gadget has a 24,000 mAh battery and three outputs, including a 65 W USB-C port. The foldable device has a 24% conversion rate, fully charging via the built-in solar panels in five to six hours.

Apple has been thought to unveil Reality OS (or, possibly, realityOS) as the new "mixed reality" dimension for its software ecosystem in 2023. Now, according to a knowledgeable Bloomberg blogger, the Cupertino giant has decided to make a practically last-minute change to this branding. The volte-face apparently involves a whole new trademark for a very different naming scheme.

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the GOKKCL 2000 and GOKKCL 1200 portable power stations has been launched. The devices have a range of outputs, including USB-A and 100 W USB-C ports. Plus, AC outputs provide a maximum power of 2,000 W and 1,200 W, respectively.

Amazfit introduced the Falcon as its first-gen smartwatch with a titanium-enhanced build and 20ATM water resistance earlier in 2022. Now, it is expanding its availability to the Indian market. The 'precision GPS' wearable is slated to go to pre-order in its new market without delay.

Urban Armor Gear (UAG) has revealed the Lucent Power Battery or Lucent Power Kickstand. The portable charger uses MagSafe to attach to your iPhone for charging on the go. The gadget has a 4,000 mAh battery which you can fully recharge in around 90 minutes. Plus, an aluminum kickstand provides improved phone viewing angles.

Shargeek is currently crowdfunding for the Retro 67 wall charger via an Indiegogo campaign. You can charge up to three devices simultaneously via USB-C ports with a maximum power output of 67 W. Plus, fast charging protocol support enables you to power devices like MacBook Air M2 at full speed.

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Inateck DK2001 8-in-1 docking station for iMac 24 M1 2021 is live. The gadget adds USB-A and USB-C ports to your device, SD and Micro SD card slots and an SSD enclosure. The device mimics the base of the iMac, so you can 'hide' it on your desk.

Chargeasap is crowdfunding for the Zeus 270 W GaN USB-C charger on Kickstarter. The portable gadget weighs 320 g (~0.7 lbs), with one 140 W and two 100 W USB-C ports, with support for fast charging. For example, you can use the device to charge a Macbook Pro 16 at full speed.

Xiaomi has already announced plans to debut new Android flagship smartphones, as well as new possibly matching peripherals, in early December 2022. Now, the OEM has indicated that the event is even bigger than that, as it will also introduce its latest "ecosystem" products. They include a new and potentially more powerful router as well as a new flagship for the Sound smart speaker range.

Sharkoon's latest ATX case is both efficient and good-looking thanks to the four pre-installed fans combined with an airflow-friendly 3D wave design front panel and RGB lighting alongside a tempered glass transparent side panel. The manufacturer's suggested price is 74.9 Euros (roughly US$78).

Xiaomi has announced a launch date for its new 13 series of Android flagship smartphones. Now, the OEM has also revealed that it will debut its latest TWS earbuds and smartwatch alongside the premium mobile devices. The Buds 4 and Watch S2 have been teased with a premium gloss and updated designs thus far.

The Everyday Elements Intelligent Temperature Control Heating Scarf is now selling in China via Xiaomi Youpin. The gadget uses carbon nanotube film to provide heat at your choice of three temperatures. The intelligent device will automatically adjust its heating based on a sensed temperature or time.

Available for more than four years, the Hidizs AP80 lossless music player might be outdated for playing Bluetooth audio, but its ability to handle lossless audio and FM Radio stations keep it interesting in 2022. This Hi-Res Audio-certified compact piece of hardware is today 35% off on Amazon.

The PowerCombo combines a regular power strip and a USB-C AC adapter into one handy solution. It's a jack of all trades and perhaps a master of none as most other power strips and USB-C adapters integrate more AC ports and faster charging speeds, respectively.

The Apple Watch Ultra is marketed as the most premium, and yet most functional, wearable of its line thus far. As such, it is also touted as having a "sapphire crystal", as is the new Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and the highest-end version of the Garmin Fenix 7. These claims have just been put to the test in a new JerryRigEverything video.

Introduced in 2019 as the successor of the T20 and T40 series, the Creative T100 desktop speakers come with a peak power of 80 W and multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5 mm AUX, and optical. The ongoing 55% discount offered by Amazon pushes the list price of US$177.85 down to a very attractive US$79.99.

While the Jabra Elite 7 Active TWS sports earbuds with adjustable ANC go as low as US$95.45 (47% discount, only for the Navy color), the less sporty Elite 7 Pro go down to US$119.99, after a 40% discount. Both feature Alexa integration, 6 mm custom speakers, customization and firmware updates via the Jabra Sound+ app, and more.

FOSSiBOT has launched its F2400 portable power station for pre-order in the US and Japan. The gadget has a 2,048 Wh battery which you can recharge via a wall outlet or solar panels. The device has a maximum power output of 2,400 W with 16 ports, including 100 W USB-C and 18 W USB-A outputs.

The 15.6-inch portable monitor is at its cheapest price ever this week. Lepow's C2 monitor is an inexpensive way to add a second monitor to your desk even if you don't have much space for one.

The 2 TB Kingston drive is now on sale for US$205 or US$245 with the optional heat sink. The drive is also compatible with the PS5, but the heat sink alone isn't enough if you want to run at maximum speeds for extended periods.

Available in two separate versions, one for the Xbox console and the other for the Sony PlayStation/PC, the BeoPlay Portal wireless gaming headphones by Bang & Olufsen are not cheap. However, the US$499 list price has dropped lower than the US$300 threshold thanks to Amazon's ongoing discounts.