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Apple is bringing at least two pairs of Bluetooth headphones to market this year. (Image source: Alejandro Luengo - Unsplash)

Apple targeting WWDC 2020 for over-ear headphones with AirPods X coming in September; plans to phase out the Beats brand afoot too

Details about Apple's first set of over-ear headphones have been released, along with information about the "AirPods Pro Lite". Apparently called the AirPods X, they are part of a wider plan to gradually wind up the Beats. 9to5Mac...
Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2020 20:15
Raspberry Pi: Turn the single-board computer into a door opener with face recognition and SMS alert (Source: Seeed)

Raspberry Pi: Turn the single-board computer into a door opener with face recognition and SMS alert

A new project has turned the Raspberry Pi into a cheap electric lock. The project uses facial recognition to make it particularly easy to open the door and should also be comparatively easy for beginners to utilize. Also, relative...
Silvio Werner, 07 Apr 2020 18:29
Working from home? A TruSens air purifier deserves a spot in your office

Working from home? A TruSens air purifier deserves a spot in your office

Air filters might not protect you from viruses, but they can certainly alleviate allergies and help make it easier to breathe. Now might be as good a time as any to invest in an air purifier if you're stuck at home working.
Allen Ngo, 07 Apr 2020 15:02
The Redmi Band from Xiaomi has a color LCD. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi's cheap and cheerful Redmi Band fitness tracker appears in series of unboxed and hands-on images

Live images of the upcoming Redmi Band from Xiaomi have made their way online, and the fitness tracker looks surprisingly good considering its ridiculously low price point. The Redmi Band features a 1.08-inch color LCD screen and ...
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Apr 2020 12:14
PICO-WHU4: Very powerful Raspberry Pi-alternative with Core i7 available

PICO-WHU4: Very powerful Raspberry Pi-alternative with Core i7 available

The PICO-WHU4 is a compact single-board computer with a very powerful processor. Apart from its high performance, the model also includes ports for connecting external sensors and actuators.
Silvio Werner, 06 Apr 2020 19:56
Turn your Raspberry Pi into a handheld computer with the MutantC v2. (Image source: GitLab)

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a handheld computer with a slide-out keyboard and display

A new project turns the Raspberry Pi into a completely portable PC with a display and a slide-out keyboard. Reminiscent of the HTC Dream, Sony VAIO UX or T-Mobile Sidekick, the MutantC_V2 also incorporates a built-in battery.
Alex Alderson, 06 Apr 2020 15:39
There could be a wireless charger with this branding on the market soon. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus may launch a Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger to go with the 8 Pro

The 8 Pro is rumored to become OnePlus' first flagship phone with wireless charging. Now, a prominent leaker asserts that the OEM will sell a power accessory to support this feature. This brand is also now rumored to have Bullets ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Apr 2020 22:50
The next Galaxy Buds? Source: WinFuture

Rumor | Samsung has developed a new, kidney bean-shaped Galaxy Bud

Samsung is now rumored to have a completely new type of Galaxy Bud in the works. According to a new leak, they will have a much larger shape that looks somewhat like a pair of beans. Some renders generated based on this idea sugge...
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Apr 2020 21:45
StarTech M2E1BMU31C M.2 NVMe enclosure offers 1 GB/s transfer rates

StarTech M2E1BMU31C M.2 NVMe enclosure offers 1 GB/s transfer rates over USB

The plug-and-play enclosure will set you back just over $100, but it gets the job done with the promise of a two-year warranty and a solid high quality metal chassis. We test the claimed 1000 MB/s transfer rate to see just how clo...
Allen Ngo, 04 Apr 2020 07:22
The new Redmi Band. (Source: MyDrivers)

The Redmi Band: a fitness tracker pitched even cheaper than the Mi Band in China

Redmi has launched its first wearable: a smart band quite like that of Realme's initial foray into this market. It will be only 99 yuan (~$US14) when it goes on sale in China - or even cheaper during a crowd-funding event to be he...
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Apr 2020 22:11
The Piputer, a compact mini PC. (Image source: u/remag293)

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a compact handheld with a battery, keyboard and display

A community project has turned the Raspberry Pi into a surprisingly practical mini PC. Called the Piputer, the project integrates a battery, keyboard and display.
Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2020 21:34
PIM486 Enviro: HAT for Raspberry Pi turns the single-board computer into a smart home sensor with a display. (Image source: Pimoroni)

PIM486 Enviro: HAT for Raspberry Pi turns the single-board computer into a smart home sensor with a display

The Pimoroni PIM486 Enviro is an expansion board for the Raspberry Pi, which has numerous sensors and its own LCD monitor. The HAT ships worldwide.
Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2020 21:29
The smartwatch market may continue to grow until 2024. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

The smartwatch market could break 100 million units shipped by 2024: new market research

The market for smartwatches is associated with an estimated 43.87 million unit shipments in 2018. However, this number is now thought to reach a possible total of 108.91 million by 2024. This growth may be driven by an increased d...
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Apr 2020 18:05
The new Blink Mini has plenty of features for just US$35. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon launches Blink Mini camera with motion detection for just US$35

Amazon has launched the Blink Mini, it’s latest home security camera. The diminutive device integrates seamlessly with Amazon’s other Blink products as well as its Alex line of voice-controlled devices.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Apr 2020 12:57
HP P700 is a tiny USB Type-C SSD capable of 1000 MB/s transfer rates

HP P700 is a tiny USB Type-C SSD capable of 1000 MB/s transfer rates

The external drive is about two times faster than most SATA III SSDs by using the wider bandwidth available from USB Type-C ports.
Allen Ngo, 03 Apr 2020 05:38
Apple has plans to release multiple products at WDDC in June, apparently. (Image source: MacRumors forums)

Apple confirms that WWDC 2020 is going to be big amid rumours of a new MacBook Pro, Apple Air Tags and over-ear headphones coming to this year's conference

The alternative WWDC should be where Apple showcases some new hardware delicacies, according to one very active leaker. Apart from new over-ear headphones, Apple is set to unveil the long-rumoured Bluetooth tracker "Air Tags" and ...
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2020 22:30
A look at the project in action. (Image source: Kutluhan Aktar)

Raspberry Pi: New project brings adjustable air quality detector to the popular single-board computer

Fancy turning your Raspberry Pi into an air quality detector with a GUI? Well, now you can with a new project. Utilising an MQ-135 air quality sensor, the project promises to deliver accurate readings, which can be interpreted wit...
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2020 22:20
The new Sony WH-CH710N wireless headphones. (Source: Sony)

Sony releases new noise-cancelling wireless headphones

Sony has unveiled the WH-CH710N completely wireless headphones. They are equipped with Automatic Artificial Intelligence Noise Canceling (AINC), which excludes ambient sounds in a way that adapts to the wearer's environment. They ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Apr 2020 20:33
The Mi Band 4. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi updates the Mi Band 3 and 4 with a laptop-unlocking function

The Mi Bands 3 and 4 have a new firmware update that fixes several UI-related bugs. It also introduces a first-party notebook-unlocking facility to these fitness trackers. They also now support Apple ID logins for the first time.
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Apr 2020 19:50
Raspberry Pi: Add an M.2 2280 NVMe drive to the Raspberry Pi 4 for under US$25. (Image source: Estefannie Explains It All)

Raspberry Pi: Add an M.2 2280 NVMe drive to the Raspberry Pi 4 for under US$25

The Raspberry Pi 4 is a powerful SBC, but now you can add an NVMe drive to the Pi Foundation's latest device. Using the Realtek RTL9210 controller, an M.2 NVMe drive can be connected to a Raspberry Pi 4 via one of its USB 3.1 Type...
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2020 14:20
The ROG Keystone 2. Image via Asus

Asus announces new ROG Keystone 2

Asus announced the new ROG Keystone 2 today. The device, which is a proprietary NFC key, allows users to easily transfer system and game profiles between supported ROG machines. The Keystone 2 also includes a hidden encrypted stor...
Sam Medley, 02 Apr 2020 09:01
The new Sony WF-XB700s. (Source: Sony)

Sony announces new TWS earphones with EXTRA BASS

Sony has released the WF-XB700 earphones: TWS devices designed to incorporate this OEM's EXTRA BASS technology. They also have an IP4 rating against sweat and water-splashes and ergonomics that may help them stay in the user's ear...
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Apr 2020 22:20
The new Fitbit Charge 4. (Source: Fitbit)

Fitbit launches the Charge 4 and 4 Special Edition

Fitbit has unleashed its latest Charge 4 and 4 SE band-style wearables. These devices look much like their predecessors, but now pack advanced features such as on-board GPS. The OEM also claims that they are rated for up to 7 days...
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Apr 2020 20:48
Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a smart doorbell and intercom. (Image source: Hacker Shack)

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a smart doorbell and intercom

A new project transforms the Raspberry Pi a doorbell with video functionality. The doorbell can be used as an intercom too. You can then use your phone to communicate with whoever is at your door.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2020 20:19
A Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite render. (Source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: Amazon.de reportedly lists its specs and release date

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is thought to gain a Lite version soon. This appears to have been confirmed by reports that this device had appeared on Amazon Germany ahead of its launch on this platform. This possibly accidental listin...
Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Mar 2020 23:18
The new Samsung AKG N400 TWS earbuds. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases new AKG-tuned TWS earbuds with the ANC the Galaxy Buds+ lack

Samsung has launched the AKG N400, a new pair of true-wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds. These accessories, unlike the Galaxy Buds+, have active noise cancellation (ANC). They also hold an IP rating and different color options over th...
Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Mar 2020 19:05
Success in a remote job requires a home office that matches your work style. (Image via Pixabay)

Home office guide: Setting up a home office

Much of the workforce throughout the world is now moving home. With the transition from the office to the house, setting up a home office is a new skill many now have to learn. This guide offers the basics of setting up a home office, as well as some tips and tricks for maximum productivity.
Sam Medley, 31 Mar 2020 01:11
The new Jabra Evolve2 series. (Source: Jabra)

Jabra launches the Evolve2 enterprise-grade headsets

Jabra has announced new editions to its collaboration- and co-working-focused Evolve series of headsets. They are compatible with the Unified Communications (UC) platforms typically used in offices, and may block a greater degree ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Mar 2020 21:07
Frame.IoT: An interesting developer board with Arduino support and Wi-Fi. (Image source: Kickstarter)

Frame.IoT: An interesting developer board with Arduino support and Wi-Fi

The Frame.IoT is an Arduino-based developer board that comes with numerous LEDs, 16 in total. The board should be comparatively easy to program thanks to its integrated Wi-Fi connectivity.
Alex Alderson, 30 Mar 2020 20:08
Several Sony businesses are to be restructed. (Source: Sony)

Sony will consolidate 3 areas of its business into a new corporation

Sony has announced a plan to take its existing Electronics Products & Solutions (EP&S) divisions, which includes its Mobile Communications business, and combine them into 1 intermediate holding entity. This new corporation is inte...
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Mar 2020 23:32
Standard Fitbit Charge 4 and Special Edition model. (Image source: WinFuture/edit)

Fitbit Charge 4 fitness tracker promo video and prices for Europe leaked; built-in GPS module included for first time

A promo video showing off the upcoming Fitbit Charge 4 fitness tracker has been shared online. Prices for the European market for both the standard edition of the Charge 4 and the special edition of the fitness tracker have also b...
Daniel R Deakin, 28 Mar 2020 11:12
OnePlus may also be working on cases in new materials. (Source: Twitter)

OnePlus hints at an Always On Display and new case types for its upcoming flagships

An always-on display is often a sought-after software feature in Android phones. The increasingly popular OEM OnePlus has classically resisted this trend, offering a less consistent Ambient mode instead. However, it has announced ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Mar 2020 22:44
Raspberry Pi: Create a Raspberry Pi-powered quad NAS with the Radxa SATA HAT. (Image source: Radxa)

Raspberry Pi: Create a Raspberry Pi-powered quad NAS with the Radxa SATA HAT

Radxa has introduced new accessories for the Raspberry Pi and the Rock Pi. Designed for those looking to build a NAS on a budget, the Radxa SAT HAT allows you to connect up to four 3.5-inch drives to a Raspberry Pi simultaneously.
Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2020 22:30
This is the second sighting of new Pixel Buds listings this week. (Image source: Google)

Second-generation TWS Google Pixel Buds hit FCC ahead of anticipated Q2 2020 release

Following the Taiwanese regulator NCC certifying a new set of Google TWS earbuds, they have now been cleared by the FCC. The second-generation Google Pixel Buds will feature 12 mm dynamic drivers, USB C charging and up to 24 hours...
Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2020 22:06
The Galaxy Watch Active 2. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 will get ECG support, but it will be delayed

Samsung's latest smartwatch has an electrocardiography (ECG) sensor, but it is deactivated at present. The OEM had projected that it would be working via a firmware update in the first quarter of 2020 (1Q2020). However, it now see...
Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Mar 2020 20:51
The new Black Shark FunCooler Pro. (Source: Black Shark)

Xiaomi's Black Shark releases the FunCooler Pro for gaming phones

The Xiaomi sub-brand Black Shark has a new accessory: the FunCooler Pro. This, as it may sound, is a smartphone attachment with a fan intended to manage device temperatures while gaming. It has adjustable clamps, and may thus fit ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Mar 2020 20:44
The Xperia 1 II will feature the IMX557 as its main rear-facing camera. (Image source: Sony)

Xperia 1 II: Is Sony equipping its next flagship with a better main camera than the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20 Plus?

Said to feature Sony Alpha technology, the Xperia 1 II is not due to be released until Q2 2020. However, now camera sensor details for the upcoming flagship have appeared online, and it seems that the Xperia 1 II may outdo some of...
Alex Alderson, 26 Mar 2020 20:01
Qualcomm debuts new Bluetooth audio chips. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm launches its latest TWS-friendly Bluetooth chipsets

Qualcomm has introduced the QCC514X and QCC304X, 2 new audio SoCs that are "optimized for" true wireless (TWS) earbuds and other similar accessories. They are equipped with support for its Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) an...
Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Mar 2020 19:46
Which is better for you: inkjet or laser? (Image via Amazon w/ edits)

Home office guide: Inkjet vs Laser - which printer do you need?

With the increased numbers of people working from home, many home-workers find themselves in need of a printer for their new home office. But which kind of printer should you get: inkjet or laser? This guide will help you make sense of the two main printer types so you can find a device to meet your professional needs.
Sam Medley, 26 Mar 2020 17:28
Xiaomi already sells a face mask called the Mi AirPOP PM2.5 in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi puts "Smart Mask" face mask into development

Exceptional times require special measures and solutions. Many companies and manufacturers are reacting to the COVID-19 pandemic by not only producing their regular products like cars, consumer electronics and smartphones but also...
Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2020 16:24
The ICI HotSpot non-contact thermometer. (Source: ICI)

A US company donates its IR-powered remote thermometers to authorities affected by COVID-19

Infrared Cameras Inc. is a Texas-based company that makes products that allow the assessment of a target's core temperature without touching them. For example, its HotSpot thermometer uses infrared (IR) technology to help assess s...
Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Mar 2020 15:33
AirPower as it was first conceived. (Source: Apple)

Rumor: iPhone 12 Pro could go portless, explains renewed interest in AirPower

The failed AirPower project has been revived within Apple, according to tipster Jon Prosser, because the company is keen to push forward with a portless iPhone. Although not calling out the iPhone 12 Pro to get a portless design, ...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Mar 2020 11:37
Seeedstudio markets the re_computer as being "prepared for the next edge". (Image source: Seeedstudio)

Seeedstudio launches the re_computer, an SBC-customisation service

Centred on Edge computing, Seeedstudio hopes that the re_computer will provide better access for people looking to get into single-board computers. The service allows people to assemble custom-built devices that should suit a wide...
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 22:23
LG wins some Red Dot Design Awards. (Source: LG)

LG wins a Red Dot Design Best of the Best Award for a 2020 OLED TV

One of LG's latest OLED TVs has won Best of the Best in its Red Dot Design Award category. This model, the 65GX, is a 65-inch SKU of the "Gallery" series. The OEM has also won gongs from this association for a new Wallpaper-series...
Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Mar 2020 22:14
The new Reolink Lumus. (Source: Reolink)

The new Reolink Lumus Wi-Fi security camera also has a motion-activated spotlight

Most IP and Wi-Fi-connected home security cameras are designed to simply detect suspicious movement on a property. However, the Lumus may improve on such products from Reolink in that it also has a built-in spotlight. This augment...
Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Mar 2020 18:00
Raspberry Pi: New project puts the popular single-board computer to use for AI object recognition with TensorFlow. (Image source: Adafruit)

Raspberry Pi: New project puts the popular single-board computer to use for AI object recognition with TensorFlow

The Raspberry Pi 4 is the most powerful Raspberry Pi to date, with it packing enough reserves to be used for machine learning. Now, you can put the popular SBC to use for automatically detected objects using TensorFlow Lite.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 17:39
Here's our first glimpse at HP's next-generation VR headset. (Source: HP)

HP partnering with Valve, Microsoft on new VR headset

HP has teased its latest VR headset and it looks like it will be a genuine challenger to the current top tier VR headsets on the market. The new headset has been designed in partnership with both Valve and Microsoft, suggesting th...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Mar 2020 10:40
The possible Pixel Buds 2 charging case. (Source: WPC)

A new leak points to second-generation TWS Google Pixel Buds on the way

Taiwan's NCC regulator has reportedly cleared a new set of TWS devices from Google. This suggests that the Pixel Buds debuted last year will see successors in 2020. However, it is difficult to guess from their new putative leak ho...
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 19:23
The ZenBuds have won 2020 design accolades. (Source: Huami)

Amazfit's ZenBuds win an iF Design Award in time for World Sleep Day 2020

Amazfit has announced that its iF Design Award for the innovative ZenBuds came in during the week of World Sleep Day this year (March 13, 2020). These TWS earbuds, appropriately enough, have been created in order to support improv...
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 17:05
Honor MagicWatch 2 Smartwatch Review: The Huawei clone convinces with graphical fitness charts

Honor MagicWatch 2 Smartwatch Review: The Huawei clone convinces with graphical fitness charts

Multi-function sports watch at an affordable price. The concept of cloning technology, which is usually practiced by Honor and Huawei with their smartphones, also works with smartwatches: Aside from some visual details, the Honor MagicWatch 2 is a clone of the Watch GT 2 from the parent company Huawei. It looks just as elegant and is just as good, and it is more affordable.
Huawei Kirin A1 | 1.39" | 41 g
Inge Schwabe, 23 Mar 2020 15:00

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