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Apple has presented its latest potential Watch software updates during its WWDC 2022 keynote. The Cupertino giant has added a number of new apps and features that many users might find welcome and useful. They include a "next level of insight" into atrial fibrillation and sleep.

Vivo's iQOO brand has built a reputation for launching flagship smartphones with some of the fastest charging rates known to the Android market over the last few years. Now, according to a famous leaker, it has the chance to progress yet further by launching its allegedly upcoming 10 Pro with the new top-end spec in these terms yet again.

The New York State Senate and Assembly have approved the motion to sign the Digital Fair Repair Act into law. The bill is intended to oblige OEMs to make it easier for users to restore their personal devices on their own within the state. Its new law is now viewed as a watershed moment for right to repair throughout the rest of the United States.

Satechi has launched the USB-C Slim Dock for 24-in iMacs. The dock features a built-in NVMe SATA NGFF enclosure compatible with M.2 SSD. Also included are multiple ports, such as USB-C and USB-A ports, capable of data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps; however, these cannot be used for charging.

The European Commission (EC) has long been linked with a move to make all OEMs use the same charging port (more than likely USB type-C) in all mobile devices intended for use within its jurisdiction. A decision to enforce this resolution is now said to arrive mere days from today (June 4, 2022). In a surprise twist, it is now also slated to apply to laptops as well as devices such as iPhones.

Qualcomm has announced that the Snapdragon Spaces XR Developer Platform it has implemented to help engineers and creators make next-gen metaverse-type environments and products is ready for use. The OEM offers a compatible dev-kit made of Lenovo/Motorola hardware with 8 Gen 1 and XR1 silicon.

Sony's new SRS-XE300 and SRS-XE200 wireless speakers are portable tower-style accessories not unlike many others in their market. However, their OEM asserts that they have an edge over this competition thanks to its new Line-Shape Diffuser. It is designed to push the new X-Series variants' sound out over a wider area in front of them.

Abbott has announced that its FreeStyle Libre 3 continuous glucose monitor (CGM) system has now been cleared by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The company claims that the FreeStyle Libre 3 is the smallest and thinnest CGM in the world, with accurate blood glucose level measurements being made every minute.

Huawei has filed a patent for what it describes as a "detachable electronic device" that can dock onto 2 additional objects with compatible connectors. The new IP's images make it more clear that it is intended to be a "core" of sorts for a display and keyboard that can slot into the machine at the user's discretion. This, then, might be a new take on an emerging modular trend.

TCL has announced a new development in touchscreen technology at one of its Chinese facilities. This "industry-first" HVATouch In-Cell solution is reportedly rated to absorb and improve on the advantages of current integrated touch panels with none of the current drawbacks. The OEM asserts that it stands to help produce clearer and more responsive LCD screens for devices such as laptops or monitors in the future.

Anker has launched the 521 Power Strip, which you can use to charge six devices simultaneously. The gadget has three USB-A outlets and two 12 W USB-A ports. Plus, a 30 W USB-C port can charge an iPhone 13 in less than half the time needed when using a standard 5 W charger. Anker suggests that you could use the gadget to declutter a desk, dorm or hotel room.

The Bluetti EB3A Solar Generator is due to launch on June 14th. You can charge the portable power bank via AC, car outlet, or solar panels. There are many ports on the device, including a 100 W USB-C port and a 15 W wireless charging pad. Customers who order the device early may be eligible for a 23% discount.

Amazfit is currently previewing a New Version of the GTS 2 smartwatch on Amazon India. However, it should be noted that this unexpected reboot has an update in terms of price and not much else. Then again, this means it has the original former flagship wearable's best attributes, an Apple Watch-like design and SpO2 measurements included.

Razer has launched the Barracuda Pro as its latest THX-enhanced gaming headphones. The brand also asserts that it is also ideal for use outdoors, thanks to its design and specs. It is rated for hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) and beam-forming dual mics for call quality. The Barracuda Pro has an estimated 40 hours of battery life per charge, but lacks a wired mode.

The Xiaomi Mi Band 7 is up for sale in China, and it is likely a global variant of the fitness tracker will soon follow. Owners of the Mi Band 6 (aka Mi Smart Band 6) may wonder if an upgrade is worth the money, which will partially depend on how important a continuous blood oxygen measurement feature is to the wearer.

Sony's latest flagship TWS earbuds have been re-released in Japan as new special editions dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Kingdom Hearts. They can be ordered alongside one of the OEM's latest Walkmans, which has been given the same treatment. The 2 new SKUs can be ordered via an official store online.

The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro could be coming soon, according to a few tech leakers. The Pro variant of the Band 7 had been rumored for some time, but Xiaomi has only officially revealed a regular and NFC variant of the smart band so far. It’s rumored that the Xiaomi Band 7 Pro will be unveiled at the same time as the Xiaomi 12 Ultra phone.

Sporting a massive 8,380 mAh battery with 33 W fast charge and a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, the Blackview BL8800 and BL8800 Pro are only set apart by the cameras on the back. While the BL8800 comes with a night vision image snapper, its Pro sibling features a FLIR thermal imaging camera.

The Dockcier Thunderbolt 3 dock and external SSD drive is crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The accessory has many ports, including HDMI and USB Type-C, to support dual 8K output, 100 W power output and 15 W wireless charging. You can opt for an up to 8 TB SSD, which you can easily swap out thanks to the enclosure's design.

Described as "the world's first non-skin contact wearable device which aims to improve overall human body performance and help people with anxiety, insomnia, and chronic disease related to problems in the vagus nerve," the Amofit S is the improved version of the AMO+, which was released in 2019, and starts at US$199.

The monitors sport quantum dot displays, fast refresh rates, and fast response times to compete with other high-end curved gaming monitors like the Alienware AQ3420DW.

Realme has announced a new, top-end version of its GT Neo 3, for release during the OEM's ongoing anniversary event. This new SKU adds with a new 512GB storage option to the new Android smartphone's 12GB RAM/150W charging SKU. The company is also making other attractive offers on devices such as Book-series laptops, albeit to the Chinese market only.

Samsung's US website has updated with some possibly improved trade-in deals for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. A customer can get some Galaxy Watch4 SKUs free with the purchase of a new Galaxy Z Fold3, or up to US$1,000 off a Galaxy S22 Ultra with a trade-in - even if the device to be exchanged has a cracked screen.

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have not been out long, but there are already complaints of first-party cases discolouring and deforming. Apparently, issues arise after a few months of use, despite their US$29.49 price tag.

Can you print a whole billboard using nothing more than a smartphone camera? According to Samsung, you can - so long as the sensor in question is the new ISOCELL HP1. The OEM's latest YouTube ad depicts the creation of the 616 square-meter cat-pic chosen for this purpose. Its ability to retain feline detail to the tune of about 200 megapixels (MP) is hyped in this new campaign.

Lenovo now claims to have ended its latest fiscal year (on March 31, 2022) with US$10 billion more in terms of revenue compared to the last. The company has also declared net profits of just over $2 billion (or 72% more year-on-year (YoY)). It attributes this success to pretty much all areas of its business, particularly its enterprise-focused and services arms.

Xiaomi, alongside the Redmi Note 11T series and Xiaomi Band 7, also launched the Redmi Buds 4 and Redmi Buds 4 Pro. Both earbuds offer IP54 ratings and "active noise reduction", with the Redmi Buds 4 starting at the equivalent of US$30.

The portable drive can offer read and write rates of up to 2000 MB/s and 1900 MB/s, respectively, when connected to a proper USB-C 3.2 Gen. 2 2x2 port. Prices start at $120 USD up to $190 USD for a whole terabyte of storage.

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 at Unpacked in August. New information has now also surfaced, revealing the premium earbuds' model number and case battery capacity.

The Honor Watch GS 3 is now officially slated to become available on the Indian market soon, thanks to a new Amazon.in preview page. The wearable is being teased in terms of its better attributes, its dual-frequency GNSS, new 8-channel PPG AI heart-rate monitor and 14-day battery life included.

ZOTAC has unveiled the latest generation of its VR GO PC at Computex 2022. It consists of a purpose-built form-factor that can be mounted on a compatible backpack shell (included in the box) for unencumbered extended reality (XR) gaming. Therefore, the user can go around with the GO 4.0's updates to a Tiger Lake platform and RTX graphics literally on them, although they will have to bring their own wired headset.

The Baseus Gallium Nitride 100 W Fast Charger is now available to pre-order in China. The plug has a USB-C and a USB-A port, allowing you to charge two devices simultaneously. The gadget supports PD, QC and PPS fast charging technologies, plus the device has eight-fold protection against potential faults.

Word on the grapevine now indicates that the upcoming Apple AirPods Pro 2 is likely to remain equipped with Lightning charging, instead of USB-C. In addition, production of the premium earbuds is set to begin shortly, with Apple to move most of its production to Vietnam.

Logitech has announced the MX Master 3S, an update to the MX Master 3. The MX Master 3S contains a few upgrades over the MX Master 3, although Logitech's professional mouse now starts at €129.99.

The Logitech MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini are now official. Both keyboards can be configured with Blue/Brown/Red switches with a travel distance of 19 mm and can offer up to fifteen days of battery backup. The MX Mechanical Mini costs €159 and the MX Mechanical €179.

Rumors of Sony's next-gen alpha 7r- (or α7r-) series camera have just gathered speed thanks to a new alleged leak from the blog PhotoRumors. It purports to spill a comprehensive list of specs for the upcoming full-frame unit. They point to updates in terms of the camera's sensor, processor, thermal management, as well as signature features such as Eye AF.

The Bluetti AC300 modular battery is now on sale in Canada. The device is already available in other countries, offering up to 12,288 Wh capacity with optional add-ons. You can charge the device via a wall outlet or using solar panels. The generator has multiple outlets, such as a 100 W USB-C port and two 15 W wireless charging pads.

Alongside the Xiaomi Band 7 and Redmi Note 11T series, Xiaomi will also launch new TWS earbuds on May 24 in China. The Redmi Buds 4 Pro are on the way, and they're set to land with better noise reduction and Bluetooth 5.3 support.

Xiaomi will debut the Xiaomi Band 7 alongside the Redmi Note 11T series on May 24 in China. Ahead of that date, the smart band's box has now leaked revealing details and features of the incredibly popular Mi Band 6's successor.

The $50 USD third-party controller is not only stylish and bright, but it has a neat app that lets users calibrate and customize the buttons and analog sensitivity on the fly.

Samsung has unleashed the Galaxy Buds2 in 2 limited-edition co-branded forms on its home market of South Korea. One is a Pokémon-themed bundle that could go with a matching Galaxy Z Flip3 from an earlier event, whereas the other is one for fans of soft drinks. They both largely entail a new carrying-case for the TWS accessories in question.

Although there are countless TWS earbuds available in the sub-US$50 area of the market, the Tronsmart Onyx Ace Pro is one of the few capable of bringing together Qualcomm aptX support and 13 mm drivers. Now available on Tronsmart's website, GeekBuying, and AliExpress, the Onyx Ace Pro will also hit Amazon next month.

The IFA tech trade show is now set to return to an in-person format set in its traditional Berlin venue in 2022. The conference will take place at the start of September of this year. Its organizers are celebrating this announcement with early-bird prices on its tickets, although they are for only one of five of the event's scheduled days.

EZVIZ has announced pricing for its latest home security camera on its new Amazon page. The C8W Pro 2K is of the spherical outdoor form-factor for 360-degree coverage and AI-powered smart potential intruder detection and tracking. However, this one debuts a new feature: an automatic preference for one spot in its field of vision the user can select via its app.

Qualcomm has released reference headsets based on its Snapdragon XR2 platform before; however, this new Smart Viewer stands out among them as it is wireless. The OEM asserts that its support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth results in minimal latency and an improved range. It also features micro-OLED panels for displays and a more streamlined form-factor.

Afon is back teasing its promised portable and non-invasive blood glucose monitor. The Wales-based firm has already offered a glimpse at its device and has now shared details about further steps it has taken to make its blood sugar measurement sensor a reality. Afon claims that it is “on the verge of a major breakthrough in the management of diabetes”.

According to reports, DJI is preparing to release Avata and Inspire 3 drones, along with the RS3 gimbal. Not only have hands-on photos of the Avata and RS3 leaked, but release windows for all three products have emerged too.