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The Huawei Mate 50 series might be severely delayed at this stage; however, a new leak asserts that they will be novel and interesting enough to be worth the wait. It consists of a spec dump pointing to FHD+ AMOLED displays for each variant, even the probably more budget E variant. The new tip also purports to reveal exactly what makes their rear cameras XMAGE for the first time.

Wear OS has a history of lacking features a user might need or want in their smartwatch, one of which is the level of difficulty involved in pairing one to a new mobile device without a complete wipe of user data and settings. Now, however, a new code leak hints that a wearable running a future version of Google's UI will become able to back its profile up to a first-party cloud soon.

INVZI is a crowdfunding smash hit that overtly comes for first-party Apple MacBook first-party chargers with accessories of the same 67W to 140W power-delivery profiles, but with smaller footprints capable of similar performance thanks to "GaN II" technology. Their early-bird campaign has ended; however, they are still available on Indiegogo at discounted InDemand prices.

Xiaomi has announced that new electronics from 2 categories will hit the Indian market soon. The intriguingly-named Notebook Pro 120G will join a "series" of 4K smart TVs that, while new to this country, might be re-brands of products already on the Chinese market. Nevertheless, with the bezels and specs as advertised or hinted at thus far, prospective customers are unlikely to care all that much.

Huawei's Mate 50 series persists in being the stuff of speculation rather than launching as real-life belated flagship-grade phablets. Most recently, a famous leaker insists that the line will include a successor for the Mate 40 RS. An image of some cases purports to corroborate that allegation, although it may prove less than genuine.

ZTE has introduced the AX3000 Pro as its latest dual-band router that is available on Amazon. The device supports up to Wi-Fi 6 speeds over up to 160MHz channels thanks to a "winning" Qualcomm processor. Its new and award-winning design is touted to maximise its surface-area coverage and ability to form a house-wide mesh.

The Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022 is Lenovo's latest Android 12-based tablet that has launched in China to start off with (hopefully). Its slightly plain metallic unibody can be spruced up with one of its various, occasionally color options, which start at about US$322 - although that is for its more affordable SKUs with a new MediaTek processor, whereas one with the Snapdragon 870 go for more.

Lenovo's major Legion mobile tech product launch's reality has also just gone virtual with the announcement of the new VR700. The new headset is powered by the up-to-date Snapdragon XR2 chipset to power immersive gameplay or simulate a home theater-like streamed content experience. It will debut alongside its brand's new flagship smartphone later in August 2022.

At just under $130 USD, the Lepow C2 is one of the least expensive 15.6-inch 1080p IPS monitors you can find. Users can connect PCs, compatible smartphones, and even gaming systems via the integrated Mini-DP, HDMI, and Type-C ports.

MediaTek has unveiled the T830 as a new platform for the router-, Mi-Fi-, or CPE-type devices of the future. It is Wi-Fi 7 capable, and can handle 4G, 5G, up-to-10Gb/s Ethernet or Wi-Fi 6/6E inputs as well. The SoC is also compatible with battery power, and is touted as light on power use in these cases.

Allwei is currently crowdfunding for the 2000 Pro portable power station on Kickstarter, with delivery limited to customers in the US. The device has a 2,264 Wh capacity and 13 ports, such as AC, USB-C and USB-A. The gadget has a maximum output of 2,000 W and can be recharged via solar panels or alternative methods.

AC adapters for gaming laptops can be ridiculously big sometimes. Makers like GaN Systems and Razer are ahead of the curve in this respect with their smaller adapter designs relative to most other manufacturers.

With a robust steel frame construction and a generous surface that can easily accommodate a multi-monitor setup and the needed peripherals, the Sharkoon SKILLER SGD10 and SGD20 gaming desks have a load capacity of up to 100 kilograms (220 pounds). Their height is adjustable in three stages. The prices start at 279 Euros (about US$284).

The portable wireless printer measures just 8.07 x 4.91 x 3.36 inches and is powered by a Li-Ion battery to be a good solution for small workspaces or students.

OnePlus has released the Nord Wired Earphones 3.5mm through its website. As the name suggests, they are earphones with a headphone jack, and, as such, can be used with some new smartphones of the same series name. The new accessories have a magnetic design similar to some of the brand's original audio products.

It might have come as a surprise to some when Huawei introduced the Mate Xs 2 in place of the Mate X3, a device thought to have a design much more like that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, in 2022. However, according to the latest tip, the latter is on the way after all, as a more durable and affordable foldable phablet than ever before. It might launch alongside inaugural variants and new TWS earbuds during a very late-year event.

Although released half a decade ago, the Creative Outlier Sports remains an interesting product for active people who want a classic design and can live with some of the outdated specs, such as Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity. At US$19.99, down from a US$69.99 MSRP, these lightweight wireless in-ear headphones are a steal.

The latest Samsung Galaxy Watches have been official for 4 days by now (August 14, 2022) worldwide; however, the OEM never announced how much they would cost prospective Indian customers. Now, however, these details per SKU for this market is now out there, according to a famous leaker, at least.

Lenovo has already revealed that the Legion Y70 will launch with a display worthy of its performance-focused series of Android smartphones. Now, the OEM has outlined how the device will manage its heat ahead of its August 2022 launch event. This system involves a large amount of vapor chamber, stretched particularly thin throughout the flagship's redesigned chassis.

Nokia has had its suit that the competing Android OEM OPPO has persisted in using its IP without permission upheld by a court in Germany. Accordingly, the latter has removed all of its sales listings for mobile devices and wearables from the same market, as has its subsidiary OnePlus. The company has stated that it still hopes for an amicable resolution of the matter.

The Xperia PRO and PRO-I are even more expensive versions of their respective Sony flagship Android smartphone counterparts with, for example, HDMI support for use as serious cinematography equipment. Now, the OEM has doubled-up on this use-case even more with new additions to their arsenal of features as external monitors for alpha-series cameras.

If you're in the mood to browse adapters, cables, desks, mice, and other random office accessories, now might be the best time to do it. Even some 4K projectors are eligible for the 15 percent coupon.

TAG Heuer's latest smartwatch offering is in truth a new edition of the Connected Calibre E4, launched in partnership with Porsche. It entails an extensive cosmetic re-design intended to provide a matching accessory for those who own EVs such as the Taycan. It also has a custom watchface that allows the user to keep track of both possessions at the same time.

The Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K) is now available in countries including Germany, the US, UK and Netherlands. The portable gadget has two 140 W USB-C outputs and an 18 W USB-A port. The device is compatible with over 1,000 devices and can be recharged fully in under one hour.

Xiaomi has now launched the Buds 4 Pro, new flagship TWS earbuds finished in two-tone gold or black so as to match the new Mix Fold 2. They improve on their previous generations in terms of noise-reduction, connectivity and battery life specs. They raise the new peripherals' price far above the US$100 mark, however.

Newly-posted renders show a total of 6 smartwatch variants, some of which have a square Apple Watch-like face and some of which do not. However, they will all reportedly launch as the same device: the OnePlus Nord Watch. Accordingly, a potential buyer is now thought to have multiple design and size options to choose from when ordering one.

The GlucoClip non-invasive blood sugar monitor project has been one of the winners of the 2022 Johns Hopkins Healthcare Design Competition. A group of Egyptian students based at the American University in Cairo are behind the creation of the GlucoClip, and they hope to eventually take the glucose meter to the global market.

ESR's latest iPhone accessory is a wireless power bank designed to 'stick' to the back of one of its compatible devices, even while it is in use, thanks to the OEM's in-house HaloLock system. Then again, the user can also put their 12- or 13-series down to watch something at an angle with the new mini power bank, and also charge something else using the gadget's USB type-C port.

The RealPower PB-10000 Solar power bank has been launched in Germany. The portable gadget is equipped with a 37 Wh battery pack, allowing you to charge smartphones and laptops on the go. Outputs on the device include USB-A and USB-C ports and a 10 W wireless charging pad. A 0.8 W solar panel recharges the power bank, which you can also charge via USB-C.

The new RS2 is HiBy's second digital audio player that uses the Darwin audio architecture and can be pre-ordered for US$479. It supports up to 4 TB of storage via two card slots, 3.5 / 4.4 mm dual headphone output, PCM 384 kHz/DSD 256 audio, as well as up to 10 hours of play time and 40 days standby.

OPPO has casually set the major design upgrade to be found in its latest smartwatch in stone via its new Chinese online store page, in an official leak that also confirms its zero-day color options. Interested fans can book their place in line to pre-order the new wearable, although it will not launch in full until tomorrow (August 10, 2022).

EXCITRUS' latest deals include one for its NitroCharge 120 Pro, a power bank rated for up to 120W of power output thanks to its support for USB-PD at up to 100W and MagSafe wireless charging. Therefore, the OEM claims the gadget can charge a MacBook Pro to 50% in 1 hour, and can also power an 12- or 13-series iPhone on its lid.

OnePlus' next wearable is said to launch as the Nord Watch, thereby becoming a wrist-borne extension of the brand's growing sub-flagship ecosystem in the near future. It is also now touted as geared toward fitness features, and is now also most recently rumored to come with a minimum of 2 color SKUs and "solid" runtimes between charges.

Nokia has updated the ultra-budget 110 4G it sells in India for 2022. Apart from an updated design and new colors, it seems to have much the same specs as its immediate predecessor. For something even more renewed and with extra retro charm, the 8210 4G has now been unleashed alongside it.

iFMARS has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Magic Dock, a 140 W 5-in-1 smart charging hub. The gadget offers PD 3.1 fast charging via a 140 W charging port, fully charging a 2021 MacBook Pro 16 in 90 minutes. Other outputs on the dock include more USB-C ports, a USB-A port and a 10 W wireless charging pad.

The mophie powerstation pro is available at the Apple Store and directly from the company. You can use the power bank to simultaneously charge two devices, via USB-C, with a combined output of 45 W. The portable gadget is lightweight, weighing 1 lb (~0.5 kg) and comes with a two-year warranty.

Manchester United, one of the best-known soccer franchises worldwide, has unveiled Qualcomm as one of its latest partners. The collaboration will apparently involve consultations to improve wireless connectivity within the team's historical Old Trafford headquarters, as well as a lot more Snapdragon logos to be seen around that stadium and its squad's branding going forward.

The SunJack 60 W foldable solar panel is now available. You can connect the device to a power station, or you can charge gadgets directly via 40 W USB-C and 18 W USB-A ports. You can fold the four-panel device to make it easier to carry. Each panel is coated with an ETFE layer to make it weatherproof.

Ulefone touts its upcoming Armor 15 as the latest mobile device of the type that doubles as a charging case for TWS earbuds. On top of that, it is rated to ship with IP68/IP69K ratings and Android 12 out of the box - not to mention dual front-facing speakers and a >6,000mAh battery. The OEM will debut the rugged smartphone via Kickstarter shortly in August 2022.

Samsung is currently at the Flash Memory Summit 2022 event to show its latest developments in memory and storage solutions off. One of these is the announcement that it has started producing flash modules based on the latest UFS 4.0 standard. Therefore, they may be available to start one-upping the UFS 3.1 internal storage chips still found in the highest-end smartphones of today.

The Revolt HS-100 Powerstation & Solar Generator has arrived in Europe. The gadget has 2,200 watts of continuous load capacity and a 2,240 Wh battery capacity. There are 11 ports on the device, including 100 W USB-C with Quick Charge 3.0 technology. Plus, you can recharge the power station via mains or solar panels.

The Anker 521 PowerHouse 256 Wh power station is currently on offer at Amazon. You can find discounts in various countries, including the US, UK and Canada, with up to 20% off the original price. The device has six ports such as USB-A, USB-C and AC outputs, with a total output of 398 W.

The Edge 2.5D wireless monitor is currently crowdfunding. The touchscreen monitor is available with a 4K or 1080p display and up to 82 ft (~25 m) range from an accompanying mmWave transmitter. The gadget is compatible with various devices such as Mac, PC, Android and PlayStation. The monitor has built-in speakers and up to four hours of battery life.

Some of OnePlus' latest higher-end Android smartphones charge at up to 80W - however, the spec is not of use everywhere, in the car included. However, the brand has seen this and has an answer in the form of its latest charging accessory. It is rated to charge the latest 10T flagship in just 29 minutes, although it is also compatible with other devices from different OEMs.

Released back in 2014, the once popular item tracker called Tile sat largely unrivaled until Apple debuted AirTags in 2021. Stealing much of Tile’s market share among owners of Apple devices within the last year, AirTags offer a number of notable first-party features and expanded functionality compared to Tile trackers.

Porsche Design has launched the Conference Speaker PDS30, a portable Bluetooth device. Conference mode allows a two-way conversation with 360° voice coverage and a listening range of up to 3 m (~10 ft). Plus, speaker mode lets you play content from a connected device. The gadget can last 12 hours on a single charge and recharges via USB-C.