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AMD has unveiled its most powerful Copilot+ PC APU lineup. Dubbed the Ryzen AI Max series, the Strix Halo series led by the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 offers up to 16C/32T configurations with a 50 TOPS NPU and RDNA 3.5 GPU with up to 40 CUs. AMD is aiming to take on the M4 Pro Macs, the Core Ultra 9 288V, and even the RTX 4090 with these new APUs.

Dell is introducing a fully revamped product lineup at CES 2025. The new Dell Pro Premium supplants the iconic Latitude brand and comes in 13 and 14-inch variants powered by Intel Lunar Lake options. The Dell Pro 14 Premium additionally offers a tandem OLED option that is not available in the 13-inch SKU. Update: Naming corrected.

Acer has introduced the Nitro V 15 AI, a high-performance gaming laptop powered by AMD’s new processors and advanced AI capabilities. The laptops will launch in the next quarter, and prices have yet to be announced.

Acer has provided us with the first glimpse of the brand-new Nitro V 15. The laptop will launch alongside other new Nitros in Q2 2025.

The Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus will be released in markets worldwide this year, according to the company’s CES 2025 announcement. A US version of the product is due to go on sale in the near future, with an EU variant planned to roll out later this year. Features include a 6.9-inch touchscreen and support for Matter.

HP has announced two new rechargeable keyboard and mice combos that can last months after a few minutes of charging thanks to having supercapacitors. The HP 725 and HP 720 keyboard and mouse combos can also connect to three devices at the same time and work with multiple operating systems.

Garmin has introduced out a new set of mid-range smartwatches globally. As expected, the company has now officially launched the Instinct 3 with AMOLED and MiP displays to replace the older Instinct 2 series. Surprisingly, it has also offered up the Instinct E as a cheaper alternative too.

Moving up to the 6.12.8 kernel version, Arch-based Bluestar Linux returns with a minor update. This release includes the bugfix update for KDE Plasma 6, which is labeled 6.2.5, as well as e2fsprogs 1.47.2, which is still in beta and replaces the stable 1.47.1 version from Bluestar 6.12.7.

The Geekom IT15 is a new mini-PC available with a choice of two current-gen Intel processors. The model offers exceptionally fast network connectivity – both wireless and wired.

Royal Enfield has announced that its impending line of Flying Flea motorcycles will be smart as well as electric. The brand has partnered with Qualcomm to power its first-gen vehicles with a new chipset, optimized for two-wheelers and with support for the latest "connected experiences" such as the new Snapdragon Car-to-Cloud Platform.

Garmin's automotive division has just unveiled its new Unified Cabin, a next-gen way to get the same generative AI-powered UI and UX on all the screen in a car via a single module. It is powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon Cockpit Elite, the first digital in-car platform to have the same Oryon cores as some of the latest PCs and smartphones.

While Intel and AMD seems to be content to serve their newest CPU technology only in the high-end part of the market, Qualcomm is attempting to capture the low end as well. The new Qualcomm Snapdragon X, with its eight Oryon CPU cores, is meant to take market share in the sub $600 device class.

Qualcomm claims that it is ready to make the concept of a Home Service Robot a reality with its new dedicated QCS8550 platform. The SoC is touted to let the smart droid 'see', move and complete your chores reliably and effectively. It will also use Qualcomm's latest developments in AI chatbot technology to respond to and converse with the user.

Xiaomi has announced its latest Redmi 14C 5G smartphone in India. Xiaomi’s affordable 5G smartphone comes with a large 6.88-inch display, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 5,160 mAh battery, among other features.

Samsung’s popular smart Frame TV lineup is set to receive its first “Pro” model in 2025. This new model promises significantly improved image quality as well as quality-of-life features, including 144 Hz gaming and a wireless One Connect Box.

Intel has unveiled its high-performance Arrow Lake HX CPUs for laptops at CES 2025. The lineup has two Core Ultra 9, two Core Ultra 7 and two Core Ultra 5 SKUs with a turbo wattage of 57 Watts apiece.

Intel has unveiled its Core Ultra 200U series of laptop chips for thin-and-light laptops. It has four CPUs, each of which comes with a mix of P-cores, E-cores and LP-E cores.

Intel has lifted the veil from its most flexible new CPU lineup. Arrow Lake H, also known as Intel Core Ultra 200H, replaced Meteor Lake H with the same power-efficient CPU cores we already know from Lunar Lake. These new Intel CPUs may be able to offer the sweet spot between performance and efficiency and compete well with AMD's Strix Point lineup.

HP has announced a new silent mouse available in a range of colors. Compatible with multiple operating systems, the HP 400 Quiet Mouse can connect via Bluetooth and the included 2.4GHz wireless dongle, and has a battery life of up to 2 years.

Lenovo has unveiled its new entry-level notebooks, the Xiaoxin SE 2025 series, in China. The new lineup offers 14-inch, 15.3-inch, and 16-inch laptops, with the option of equipping each of those with either an Intel Core i5-13420H or AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS.

Geekom has several new mini PCs innovations on display at CES 2025. The QS1 is the world's first ARM-powered mini PC featuring the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite SoC for unmatched performance and power efficiency. Also on display are the A9 Max powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 that offers a total of 80 TOPS AI performance and the A6, which offers excellent cost effectiveness at the $500 mark.

Oukitel has several exciting announcements lined up for CES 2025, with the standout device being the WP100 Titan — the world's first rugged smartphone to feature a bright 100 lumens projector. Also being unveiled are the WP200 Pro — a rugged performance champ with detachable Bluetooth earphones, and the WP300 — the world's first modular rugged smartphone.

Xiaomi has now debuted its Mijia Smart Dumbbells. Lightweight and designed for aerobic training at home, the Mijia Smart Dumbbell offers training data on the dumbbell itself and connects with the Mi Home app for a slew of other features.

Doublepoint WowMouse debuted in 2024 for Wear OS smartwatches and is now available for Apple Watches. The app allows users wearing Apple Watches to control their Macs by pointing and pinching with their fingers to simulate mice.

LG has just teased its OLED Smart TVs for 2025, promising a series of significant upgrades. Thanks to the "Brightness Booster Ultimate" feature, the OLED G5 is set to become even brighter and reach a variable frame rate of up to 165 Hz, while the wireless M5 is said to work more reliably than before.

Belkin has combined two of the most useful MagSafe accessories to create a magnetic camera grip handle with an integrated 10,000 mAh power bank, which can significantly extend the battery life of the iPhone.

Anbernic has returned with a new release. Starting off 2025 strong, the company has decided to refresh the RG34XX with a new eye-catching transparent colourway, despite initially releasing the device less than a month ago.

The Strutt ev¹ personal mobility vehicle is designed for all types of users who want to travel across their neighborhoods faster and more conveniently. Built-in 3D sensors allow the Strutt ev¹ to automatically navigate around obstacles like a self-driving car.

The Komutr earbuds are stored in a slim MagSafe case attached to the back of Apple iPhones, eliminating the pain of searching for lost Apple AirPods. The case conveniently acts as a phone stand.

Core 2 is designed to take training to the next level, especially in hot weather, and is particularly compact and lightweight. The device not only allows users to monitor their performance, but also provides important information so that users can get the most out of their training sessions.

Orico has released a slew of new Mac mini accessories. Not only has the company introduced versions of the MiniLink dock, but it has also presented the MiniDock vertical dock and MiniTower with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support.

Anker has listed the Zolo Power Bank (25K, 165W, Built-In and Retractable Cables) at Amazon in another European country. In addition to being launched in a new market, the portable accessory is also shown in a new colorway. The power bank allows you to charge four devices simultaneously via two integrated USB-C cables, one of which retracts, and two USB ports.

Radxa has unveiled a new single-board computer with the potential to be an alternative to the Raspberry Pi. However, there are certain differences in terms of specifications.

Koorui's G7 gaming monitor debuts with a groundbreaking 750Hz refresh rate, 0.5ms response time, HDR400, and 95% DCI-P3 coverage. It will be showcased at CES 2025.

The Zowie XL2586X+ is a 24.5-inch gaming monitor featuring a 600Hz refresh rate, Fast TN panel, DyAc+ 2 for reduced motion blur, and ergonomic adjustments - specifically designed for competitive esports players.

Casio is collaborating with C2H4 for the GM-5600 ‘Space Age’ edition watch, featuring a silver stainless-steel bezel, LED-backlit red graphics, and a resin band. Launches January 9.

LG has introduced the PF600U and PU615U projectors ahead of CES 2025. The PF600U comes with FHD resolution, built-in speakers, and a mood lamp, while the PU615U features 4K UHD res and ultra-short-throw capabilities.

The Xiaomi 165W Power Bank 10000 (Integrated Cable) is expected to be launched globally at an event on January 10th. The portable accessory was released in China in September at a relatively low price. Features include an up to 165W output, an integrated USB-C cable, and a built-in color display.

The Casio WS1400H-8BV watch has arrived in the US, following soon after two other models in the WS1400H series. This wearable has a dark LCD with light figures, setting it apart from other versions. Other features include support for dual time, 10 m water resistance and a 10-year battery life estimate.

The GX06 is a new, compact mini PC with an Intel Core i9 processor and an Nvidia 4050 GPU, making the model suitable for light video gaming. But purchasing the mini PC is not completely without potential pitfalls and problems.

The Onyx Boox Note Max, a new and large ultra-slim tablet with an E Ink display, is now available worldwide. Not only is the device an e-reader, but it can also be used to take notes and supports a number of apps.

The MCon is a new controller designed for iPhones and Android smartphones. Based around a magnetic design, the MCon contains Hall effect joysticks and fold-out grips, among other features.

A new supposed retail leak of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 suggests that a $150 price increase may be on the cards for Blackwell, with the listing also confirming an upgrade to DLSS4.

Huawei has launched the Enjoy 70X smartphone in China. Huawei’s new mid-range smartphone comes with a Beidou satellite connectivity feature. Other features include a 120 Hz AMOLED panel, a 50 MP primary sensor, 8 GB of RAM, and a large 6,100 mAh battery that supports 40 W wired charging. The device is now available for pre-order in China via Huawei’s online store.

Apple is widely reported to be developing a new smartphone model. Currently referred to as the iPhone 17 Air, that device is expected to be Apple's thinnest iPhone yet, and a new leak has now also revealed some information on how it's expected to be priced.

Godox’s three latest flashes are highly affordable and compact, and yet boast interesting specs. The two lower-priced models come with an integrated battery rechargeable via USB-C, whilst the largest of the three features an adjustable reflector.

Xiaomi has unveiled a new customisable smart system equipped with a compact screen. The device is capable of displaying things like weather information and making video calls.

HMD has introduced a new entry-level smartphone, the HMD Key. Equipped with an HD display, the HMD Key also has a Unisoc 9832E chipset, an 8 MP primary camera, and a 4,000 mAh battery, among other features. The smartphone is up for sale in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand for a mere £59 (~$73) and will be available in other regions soon.

The latest mechanical keyboard from Xiaomi combines a compact layout with 71 keys with full-size arrow keys, RGB lighting, a display and a metal rotary control. Wireless and Bluetooth connectivity are supported, and the battery life is estimated to be a whopping 143 hours.

First announced in October 2024, the Galaxy A16 5G will be available in the US later this month. The budget smartphone brings a mildly refreshed design, an Exynos processor, and software support that puts rivals to shame.