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The Bluetti EB70 Portable Power Station is currently discounted in Europe, with a £100 (~US$123) or €50 (~US$53) saving. The device has multiple ports, including 230 V AC outlets, 100 W USB-C ports and a 15 W wireless charging pad. Plus, you can recharge the LiFePO4 battery with a 716 Wh capacity in four hours.

Sony INZONE H9, H7, and H3 gaming headset press renderings and alleged unit prices have leaked. It appears Sony has prepared three dedicated INZONE gaming headsets for those with different budgets, with the top-end INZONE H9 offering wireless connection and active noise-cancelling feature. The Sony INZONE headsets are reminiscent in design of the more-expensive WH-1000XM5 headphones.

Soundcore touts the new Sport X10 TWS earbuds as the latest, most ideal personal audio companions when getting through workout after workout. This is because they are rated for increased sweat resistance with additional in-house tech as well as IPX7 ingress-protection. They also have ear-hooks capable of swinging around on a hinge for a more compact case.

The Zeblaze Beyond 2 is now available to pre-order via Banggood. The smartwatch has up to 40 days of battery life when in Power Save mode. Health features of the device include built-in heart rate and SpO2 monitors, plus you can use the device to track your activity. The gadget has a 390 x 450 px display with a range of watch faces.

The Anker 321 Power Bank (PowerCore 5K) is now available in European countries, including the UK and Germany. The device has a 5,200 mAh battery allowing it to charge an iPhone 12 fully; PowerIQ technology enables fast charging at up to 12 W. The portable gadget has USB-A and USB-C ports and weighs 4.2 oz (~118 g).

The small and basic mouse was arguably expensive when it launched last year for $70 USD, but it is now down to a much more reasonable price point considering its limited auxiliary features.

The Mi Band 6 was incredibly popular last year and it appears its direct successor, the Xiaomi Band 7, toes a similar line. Currently only available in China, Xiaomi has now confirmed that it has sold over a million units of the smartband, less than a month after it made its debut.

The newly launched Anker 535 USB-C Hub for iMac is currently on offer at Amazon; Prime customers in the US can purchase the device for US$53.99. The gadget has multiple ports, including USB-A and USB-C, with up to 10 Mbps file transfer speeds. Also included on the device are SD and microSD card slots.

Realme's TechLife smart-ecosystem spin-off has released smartwatches before; however, the new R100 will be its first wearable with a round face. It is also the first one with support for phonecalls as a selling point. It will launch via Realme and Flipkart in India soon.

DIY people are the best of us—they persevere and succeed, regardless of how many profanities it takes to earn their success and how many tiring days or even weeks it takes to build their next wonderfully creative project. As an ode to the DIY folk, let's have a look at some of the best DIY projects that deserve to be on store shelves.

Nobody likes to carry a bunch of adapters with them while traveling. If we could pick just one adapter, however, then this 3-port USB-C hub from EZQuest might be the best $30 USD you could spend on one.

ViewSonic has launched the X1 and X2 as its latest home cinema-ready projectors. They are both FHD; however, the OEM asserts that they will be as bright and clear as possible while sparing the environment thanks to newer, cleaner LEDs. They also both have in-built Harmon Kardon-branded speakers, although the X2 stands out with a shorter throw.

The LG DualUp Monitor has just been announced in terms of pricing and availability for the US market. Its unusual name can be explained via its form-factor, which leads to an extremely rare 16:18 aspect-ratio and what the OEM calls a Square Double QHD (SDQHD) resolution, which allows the user to get 2 stacked 21.5-inch windows out of the same device. The DualUp also benefits from a USB type-C port and a flexible Ergo Stand.

The FCC has confirmed full technical specifications for the PocketBook Era, the company's latest eReader. The PocketBook Era will begin shipping next month with either 16 GB or 64 GB of storage, starting at US$199.99.

Sony is planning to launch an entirely new PS5 Pro controller for professional gamers. It will include hot-swappable thumbsticks, D-pads, trigger stops and paddles. The controller could be unveiled later this month.

Amazfit has just officially announced the Bip 3 series as its latest new wearables. The 3 and 3 Pro have very similar specs, which include a 1.69-inch display, blood-oxygen measurements, 14 days of estimated battery life and ~60 workout modes. Then again, the Pro is the only one with GPS.

DJI has introduced the RS 3 series and the Transmission, a video transmitter that will begin shipping in September. In comparison, the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro will be available within the next few weeks, with the RS 3 set to arrive before the RS 3 Pro.

ProximiKey has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its first product, the ProximiKey Padlock. The device uses NFC technology to allow you to keylessly open the lock with your smartphone. An accompanying iOS app lets you control the gadget and share access with friends and family; an Android app will be released early next year.

Amazfit has made a new smartwatch announcement - however, it is not for anything from the rumored upcoming flagship 4 series, but for a new version of the GTR 3 Pro. Most of the new Limited Edition's specs (the OEM's latest SpO2 sensor included) are found in the original wearable, although it has a screen that is completely flat, while that of the 3 Pro is curved.

In addition to the generous battery life of up to 10 hours, the new HyperX MIX come with both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity for increased device compatibility. A USB-C adapter is also included, so gamers can enjoy these earbuds with their smartphones and tablets, but also with their laptops and desktop PCs.

The Zepp E is a rare smartwatch in that it comes with a choice of form-factors, in that it can be bought with either a square or a circular face. In both cases, their displays will be made of AMOLED, and will have SpO2-sensing and sleep-tracking abilities behind them. They are also now available on Amazon India, in several band and color options.

The Amazfit GTS 4 Mini smartwatch has been spotted in FCC filings, indicating that the forthcoming Amazfit GT 4 series from Zepp Health will feature at the very least three smartwatches. However, it is possible that number will be added to by the presence of a Pro model. The Amazfit GT 3 series featured only three SKUs but the GT 2 range had five watches to choose from.

The Bluetti AC200MAX power station is currently on offer in Europe. The device has a 2,084 Wh LiFePO4 battery and various ports such as AC outlets, 18 W USB-A ports, a 100 W USB-C port and 15 W wireless charging pads. A £200 (~US$243) discount is currently available in the UK, with a €310 (~US$323) offered in other European countries.

Following months of leaks and rumors, the existence of the Galaxy Watch5 series might have been confirmed outright thanks to new FCC certifications. Their SKUs, model numbers and some specs are included in this new leak. Their charger also pops up again here, with a potentially interesting detail that may contradict a previous tip.

Anker has launched the 625 Solar Panel, converting up to 23% of sunlight into solar energy. The portable device has an adjustable kickstand and carrying handle. You can charge a power station via XT-60 output at up to 100 W. Built into the device are USB-C and USB-A ports, allowing you to charge two devices simultaneously.

The Anker 535 PowerHouse has launched in European countries, including the UK, Netherlands and Sweden. The power station has a 512 Wh capacity, a 500 W maximum power output and a total output of 716 W. Multiple ports are included on the device, such as USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets, plus it has a built-in light.

The Xiaomi Band 7 is the definite successor to the Xiaomi Band 6, and appears to promise improved health monitoring thanks to Goodix's health sensor which delivers heart rate and Sp02 monitoring with high accuracy and low power consumption.

Realme has been spotted certifying a new wearable suspected of being the Watch 3 with various national regulators. Now, it has popped up again on the US Federal Communication Commission (FCC) database. This might prove another good indication of the new health- and fitness-tracking accessory's launching soon.

Sony touts its new XAV-AX6000 and XAV-AX4000 in-car AV receivers as the most seamless and intuitive installations of their series yet. The iDatalink Maestro-compatible stereo replacements can display Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on their ~7-inch screens, with full smartphone-linked voice controls that are wireless this time to boot. They also support USB type-C, as well as 3-pre out for nearly any speaker configurations.

A new Indiegogo campaign for the AMU PLUS non-invasive blood glucose monitor has started. The company behind this particular push, Vanguide, claims the AMU+ only takes one minute and one touch to offer up four test results, including glucose levels. However, diabetic buyers should beware, especially if they are hoping for a finger-stick replacement.

The STEPVR Gates01 VR deck has been revealed. The cube-shaped device includes an omnidirectional treadmill and a harness to keep you centred as you moved. The gadget comes with a 4K headset and will be launched later this year. A similar, more compact device for personal use will be released early in 2023.

Google had confirmed that it would add a Smart Unlock feature for users with a Wear OS 3 smartwatch, which works on other devices such as smartphones. Now, a new leak purports to outline how this will work, albeit on a Pixel Watch only. It also reveals that the wearable might have its own companion app, rather than the stock version, on its launch.

The launch event for Nothing's inaugural Android device, the phone (1), now has a concrete date in 2022. Carl Pei's new OEM asserts that it will undo much of the monotony that it perceives as having taken over in the smartphone market as of late. However, should a new leak prove accurate, it will match flagships from another player in this space in one respect: its power brick.

DJI has begun teasing its next hardware event, which will occur on June 15. Dubbed as setting 'a new standard', it seems that DJI will reveal the RS3 and RS3 Pro gimbals, which have leaked previously. Separately, more photos of the RS3 and RS3 Pro have arrived, plus a likely confirmation that there will be no RSC3.

Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4, and Galaxy Watch 5 at Unpacked this year. Contrary to previous rumors, however, the company's next-gen premium earbuds, the Galaxy Buds Pro 2, look set to miss out on that event.

The sale runs from now until June 13. Based on our time with a unit, the new lower price makes this OLED monitor very compelling when compared to other portable IPS-based alternatives out there.

HTC has begun to tease the debut of a new device on its Taiwanese Facebook page. The product is to become part of the Viverse virtual reality (VR) ecosystem, even though it is also projected to be a smartphone. This possibility may or may not be backed up by an initial launch poster.

Meta had been rumored to launch a (possibly Facebook-brand) first-gen wearable that looked somewhat like an Apple Watch, albeit with at least 1 camera. However, the project is now believed dead in the water. Subsequently, a device that might have been its prototype has leaked out, along with reports of what would have been specs for the final product.

Reports suggest that Samsung is working on a device which it will call the Samsung Wireless Charger+. Filings with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) give little information about the device besides its name. However, it could be similar to the recently released 15 W Super Fast Wireless Charger Pad.

The vivo 50 W Wireless FlashCharge charger is now available globally from distributors, including Giztop, which currently offers a 45% discount. The device can fully charge some vivo smartphones in 42 minutes. You can also charge other Qi-compatible devices with the gadget, though these are limited to 15 W wireless charging.

Kingston has revealed the IronKey Vault Privacy 50 Encrypted USB series. The devices have both Brute Force and BadUSB attack protection, and read-only settings. You can set 16-character passwords in Complex mode, plus the gadget has a new passphrase mode allowing you to set a password with up to 64-characters.

Apple unleashed a whole load of new features to arrive with the upgrade to iOS 16 at WWDC 2022. However, it now seems the Cupertino giant must have run out of time for one of particular interest to people who own Nintendo Switch controllers as well as an iPhone. A developer has found that connections between the two types of device have improved drastically with the new software update.

Realme has unveiled the GT Neo 3 as Europe's first Android smartphone capable of charging at up to 150 watts (W), thanks to its new UltraDart technology. It has also brought its MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC with it to the region, as well as a check-patterned 3T sibling that is also to become available as a new Dragon Ball Z Edition.

Apple has been rumored to launch its first-gen mixed-reality device (in the form of glasses or a headset) shortly. However, should all the leaks concerning its release have proven accurate, it would be on the market already. Now, a leading market analyst claims that its announcement has been pushed back due to production issues.

The European Commission (EC) has now completed its deal to make USB type-C a "common charging port" across its jurisdiction. The decision is now set to ensure that new devices of a swathe of consumer electronics categories can use the same cables and power bricks anywhere in the European Union - laptops and iPhones included.

Byrdbyte is currently crowdfunding for its Case X MacBook USB-C hub on Kickstarter. The attachable laptop case has six ports, including microSD and SD card readers, and a 100 W USB-C port. USB-A ports on the device can handle data transfer at speeds up to 10 Gbps, and one model has an SSD interface.

The Bluetti EP500Pro Power Station is now available in Europe. The device has a long-lasting LiFePO4 5,100 Wh battery that you can charge at up to 4,000 W via AC and solar panels. The gadget has multiple ports, including AC outlets, USB-A and USB-C ports, plus wireless charging pads.