Volkswagen has announced that it is nearly ready to unveil its new flagship electric vehicle, the ID.7, to its target markets such as Europe and North America. The marque has revealed more of the sedan's potential advantages and upgrades ahead of its mid-April 2023 "World Premiere". They include the new internals touted to deliver an improved maximum range and charging rate.

Cable Matters has released a desk mount to accompany the new Microsoft Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock. Designed to work exclusively with Microsoft's new Surface Dock, the desk mount should prevent it from moving around on a desk and will allow you to connect or disconnect cables with one hand.

The goal is to create faster and more secure networks spanning wider areas with the aid of lab-grown diamonds. Amazon will work with De Beer's Element Six division to produce diamonds through a technique called chemical vapor deposition, which emulates the natural impurities forming around diamonds. These impurities can work as repeaters in a quantum network.

Microsoft has refreshed the Surface Dock with a new model that supports Thunderbolt 4. However, Microsoft has removed the Surface Connect port in the process, among other changes, making the Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock compatible with non-Surface devices.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS integrates the Radeon 680M for light gaming and the 32 GB of RAM recommend this mini PC for content creation tasks. Additionally, the configuration includes a 500 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and a USB4 connector for external graphics.

ESR has introduced the world's first accessory that combines what might be the most popular and practical uses of MagSafe for the iPhone 12 to 14 generations. It consists of a 5,000mAh power bank that can also hold some cards for the user and act as a kick-stand at the same time. The HaloLock Power Bank Wallet will be available to buy from tomorrow (April 6, 2023).

Researchers at University of Texas at Austin have managed to crack the code of a solid-state electric vehicle battery without the traditional electrode pair. Their new copper foil coating allows for 95% higher volumetric density than traditional batteries.

Sony has launched its 2023 BRAVIA TV range for pre-order in the UK and EU. The lineup includes the Sony BRAVIA XR X95L Mini LED TV, with features designed for enhanced PlayStation 5 gaming. The cheaper models in the range are the X85L and X75WL LED TVs, which use Sony’s 4K HDR X1 Processor.

The new OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite will be available from April 11 in India and from April 25 in Europe. The smartphone features the same Snapdragon 695 SoC as its predecessor but now features a 108 MP camera and increased RAM. OnePlus also announced the Nord Buds with ANC support.

XGIMI has discounted the Horizon Pro 4K projector in the US, offering 25% off at Amazon and its online store. The device can throw images up to 200-in (~508 cm) wide with up to 2,200 ANSI lumens brightness. Plus, Android TV lets you download popular streaming apps and cast to the projector using Google Chromecast.

The FCC has published documentation for what appears to be the Pixel Tablet, Google's first Android-based tablet since the Nexus 9. The FCC's documentation reveals various information about the Pixel Tablet, including that it relies on the older Wi-Fi 6 connectivity standard, not Wi-Fi 6E like recent Pixel smartphones.

TCL has launched the 2023 C64 QLED 4K TVs in Europe. The slim devices are available in sizes from 43-in to 85-in, starting from €449.99 (~US$493). While the display has a native 60 Hz refresh rate, a 120 Hz game accelerator increases the refresh rate and reduces latency. Other gaming features include HDMI 2.1 (eARC) and Dolby Vision.

Eunorau has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for its Flash e-bike series. The electric bicycle can have a 2,808 Wh battery, providing up to 220 miles (~350 km) assistance range between charges. Other features include fat tires, hydraulic lockout suspension and a 150 Lux headlight.

New information about Oppo's first-ever smartphone AP has emerged online. It will feature an 8-core CPU, a 10-core GPU and a new NPU. The chip is expected to debut sometime in 2024.

The Gen 8 Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is a 16-inch gaming laptop with understated looks and plenty of horsepower under the hood. At US$2,000 for an RTX 4070 GPU and a Core i7-13700HX CPU, the laptop may not be a tempting deal. Thankfully, you can now bring the price of this variant down by close to US$400 by stacking coupon codes at checkout.

A sale is running from now until the end of April 9 to cut the price down to US$54. if your devices rely on AC plugs for powering or charging, then the G-Power C60Q may be the versatile power bank you're looking for.

A new leak reveals key details about the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. It will feature up to 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, an 11,200 mAh battery, a 14.6-inch WQXGA+ screen and IP68 water/dust resistance.

XGIMI has announced pricing, availability and all specifications for the MoGo 2 and MoGo 2 Pro, its latest 720p and 1080p projectors, respectively. Capable of creating up to 120-inch projections, the MoGo 2 series runs Android TV 11, delivers excellent colour accuracy and starts at US$399, although XGIMI is offering a US$50 discount on pre-orders.

One-netbook has announced plans to refresh the ONEXPLAYER 2, which it originally equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U. Now, the company is finalising a new model powered by the Intel Core i7-1370P, a 14-core and 20-thread processor.

Available on Amazon since early October 2020, the 1 TB WD_BLACK AN1500 NVMe SSD add-in card is capable of sequential read/write speeds up to 6,500/4,100 Mb/s. This piece of hardware is covered with a 5-year limited warranty. Its US$299.99 list price is now down to US$199.99 thanks to a generous 33% discount.

A 10-percent coupon code brings the powerful configuration of the HP Omen 17 with an i7-13700HX and RTX 4080 very close to the US$2,000 mark, which is a more or less reasonable price considering the sky-high MSRPs for the 2023 models of most gaming laptops.

Garmin is beginning to roll out a new beta software update for the Forerunner 955. Arriving as Beta version 15.09, the update introduces numerous bug fixes to the Forerunner 955 and adds support for sleep schedules and wrist-based running dynamics, among other changes.

A PlayStation Vita 2 or Sony INZONE handheld gaming computer could be released at some point in 2023. In addition, it has been mentioned that this Sony handheld will turn up before the much-rumored PlayStation 5 Pro console. Interestingly, a prediction that a PlayStation 5 Portable device would hit the shelves this year was made back in 2017.

AOC has showcased the AGON Pro AG276QZD in China ahead of its launch. While the company has not confirmed pricing details yet, it has outlined all key specifications. The AGON Pro AG276QZD will combine a 1,000-nit peak brightness with a 240 Hz refresh rate and a 1440p resolution across a 26.5-inch OLED panel.

Powkiddy has launched the X55, a 5.5-inch gaming handheld equipped with a Rockchip RK3566 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and a 4,000 mAh battery. The Powkiddy X55 starts at US$139.99 and has a 720p display, among other features.

Philips has started selling the 45B1U6900CH, a 44.5-inch VA monitor with a 1440p resolution and a 75 Hz refresh rate. The monitor also has various ports and a 5 MP webcam with Windows Hello certification.

Amazfit is currently promoting its program by which it sells some units of its wearables that have been "professionally" refurbished with even more attractive discounts. They consist of the rugged T-Rex Pro or 2 premium smartwatches at up to 20% off their already reduced "renewed" prices via the brand's Amazon Store for a limited time.

The first 3D Pokémon game will hit Nintendo's Switch Online service via the Expansion Pack, which includes other Nintendo 64 titles. Players will be able to battle friends online and face off in the myriad of minigames included in the title.

This model also packs 8 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM, 512 GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD, 5 MP webcam with IR sensor, SD card reader and HP's rechargeable MPP 2.0 Tilt Pen.

The 2023 iBOX fanless mini PCs from ASRock pack Intel Raptor Lake CPU options like the i3-1315UE, i5-1345UE and i7-1365UE with Iris Xe iGPUs. Other highlights include a USB4 connector with DP 2.1 mode and dual 2.5 GbE NICs.

The Nord Buds 2 have now been unleashed to bring active noise cancellation (ANC) and the latest Bluetooth standard to its line of mid-range OnePlus audio accessories. They are also touted to get the user in the groove with software-based BassWave optimizations, "all-day" battery life and large drivers with "titanized" diaphragms. They have been released for sale in multiple markets, with availability in more to follow.

Samsung is now all but ready to unleash the Galaxy A24 as a new affordable-grade smartphone on the Indian market - according to the latest leaks via its own website, that is. The device is expected to join its A23 predecessor in 4G/LTE-only status, albeit with a potentially refined design and rear camera layout.

It appears that Mobvoi has set a rough date for when it will start updating some of its existing smartwatches to Wear OS 3. For some reason, the company has left out the original TicWatch Pro 3, despite its similarities with the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra and TicWatch E3.

Official images of the Instinct 2X Tactical have leaked online. Sporting a rugged design, the smartwatch will support solar charging, a night mode and will feature a built-in torch, among other features.

Pantheone Audio has launched the Obsidian speaker in the UK and Australia. The speaker contains a sub-woofer and two tweeters, supporting streaming rates of up to 24 bits/192 kbps. You can wirelessly cast content to the device via Apple AirPlay or Spotify Connect and connect gadgets via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaoai Speaker Kids Edition in China. You can interact with the smart speaker using Xiao AI voice commands, and parents can use Bluetooth to control the device using a smartphone. Over 3,000 stories are available, alongside quizzes and tools to help your children learn English.

Nothing touts its ear (stick) as an even better new pair of TWS earbuds than usual as a result of their latest software upgrade. The OTA is rated to confer improved battery life during voice calls and connection stability on the accessories, and may grant them more access to bass during audio streaming.

New details about the ASUS ROG Ally have been confirmed, just a few days after ASUS started teasing the gaming handheld. The ASUS ROG Ally will combine a 120 Hz display with a Zen 4 and RDNA 3-based custom AMD Ryzen APU, among other features.

The new Intel and Nvidia generations - a Core i9-13900H as well as a powerful RTX 4090 - are doing the work in the new Asus M16 gaming laptop and the result is an increase in performance and efficiency. However, the real highlight of the forthcoming laptops is the improved display technology!

CZUR will shortly launch an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the StarryHub Business Conference System, a 4K LED projector. The device has a built-in camera, microphone and speakers so that you can use the gadget for video meetings. Plus, you can wirelessly screen mirror from up to four devices simultaneously.

Samsung has announced the pricing of its 2023 QLED and OLED TVs in Australia. The lineup includes the Neo QLED 8K QN900C model with 8K upscaling technology. Other TVs include the Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV QN90C and the OLED 4K S95C, with a 4K@144Hz resolution in gaming mode.

New details about the Pixel 7a have emerged online. Reportedly launching five colourways, the Pixel 7a is also now expected to be available later this year with 128 GB or 256 GB of storage as Google narrows the gap between its Pixel a and flagship Pixel smartphone series.

Motorola's most potential-laden - and "Wi-Fi 7-ready" - Android flagship to date has finally arrived in Global Edition form. The Edge 40 Pro has brought its class-leading pOLED display and top-end internals with it to international shores. It also outstrips most of its competition with 125W TurboPower charging technology, and features triple rear-facing cameras, two of which are 50MP.

Garmin is rolling out Beta 15.09 for Forerunner 255 smartwatches, currently only available for the Music version of the wearable. The update brings a new wrist-based running dynamics feature to the device and an improved calorie burn calculation algorithm for swimmers. Bugs, such as incorrectly calculated distances in workouts, have also been fixed.

The Key-Free Touchscreen edition of the Yale Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi Smart Lock is now selling at the lowest price in the US. Amazon and Best Buy are currently offering US$44 off the gadget. You can unlock the device with your smartphone, smartwatch, voice commands or a code. Other features include Auto-Lock and app tracking.

Production of Tesla's cheapest Model 2 electric vehicle will reportedly be split between North America, Shanghai, and Giga Berlin, with initial preparation for 4 million units. The Model 2 may be similar to Model Y in design, claim insiders, just much smaller, and could cost 150,000 RMB (US$21,800).

AMD launched the “Phoenix-HS” APUs at CES 2023. The APUs are based on Zen 4 CPUs and RDNA 3 iGPUs. AMD will follow the Phoenix-HS APUs with the launch of “Strix Point” APUs next year that will combine a Zen 5 CPU and an RDNA 3+ iGPU. Paul from RedGamingTech has now alleged that the CPU and iGPU on Strix Point APUs will pack up to 16 cores and 16 RDNA 3+ Compute Units respectively.

Twitter leaker Ice Universe says the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic will feature a 1.47-inch screen with a higher resolution than its predecessors. The wearable will also feature a 425 mAh battery.

A South Korean media report says Samsung plans to bring back Exynos chips in 2024. The ten-core Exynos 2400 will power some Galaxy S24 variants in South Korea.