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Optoma claims that its latest ultra-short-throw projector is up to four (4) times more responsive in its "enhanced" Gaming Mode compared to other display solutions. The GT3500HDR also has a high contrast ratio to go with its reasonably high max brightness, and comes with potential upgrades in terms of space-saving and dust resistance.

AOC has released a new budget gaming monitor that is available for under £140 in the UK and €180 in the Eurozone. Nonetheless, the AGON GAMING 24G4XE has a 180 Hz refresh rate, among other features.

The AGON GAMING 27G4XE is one of AOC's latest budget gaming monitors. Sold globally, the monitor has a 1080p panel with a 180 Hz refresh rate that also supports NVIDIA G-SYNC, among other features.

Huawei has launched the Eyewear 2 sunglasses in China. The product, powered by HarmonyOS, was teased earlier this month and is said to offer a wide range of smart features. These include healthy posture reminders and abnormal weather alerts, alongside touch controls and a voice assistant.

Initially introduced in China in February of this year, the AOOSTAR GOD88 is now available internationally. The gaming mini PC packs the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, a top-end gaming-focused processor from the latest Hawk Point line. It also has a 40 Gbps USB4 port that brings eGPU support. You can get the barebone version at $469.

Anbernic has now released the RG35XX SP, a clamshell gaming handheld that owes its design and form factor to the classic Game Boy Advance SP. Capable of emulating thousands of classic console games from the late 90s and early 00s, the Anbernic RG35XX SP is available for under $60 in numerous nostalgic colour options.

Sony has now unveiled its flagship smartphone designed to rival offerings like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14 Ultra. The new Xperia 1 VI arrives with significant zoom upgrades but also some head-scratching downgrades, particularly at its hefty €1,399 MSRP.

With the K12x, Oppo presents an interesting mid-range smartphone that offers up to 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of flash memory, and a 120 Hz OLED display with 1,080p+ resolution despite its relatively low price.

Sony has now silently unveiled its latest mid-range phone, the Xperia 10 VI, as a successor to last year's Xperia 10 V. As is typical, the new device delivers a slew of unspectacular specifications but is also priced quite reasonably.

The WU01 U2500 is a new, particularly easy-to-install expansion board for the Raspberry Pi 5, which allows the installation of an NVMe SSD and for quick connection to a network.

HMD - which now releases smartphones independent of its usual Nokia brand-name - has announced its first-ever rugged smartphone. It pairs a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus-covered 120Hz display with an "AI" main camera and an estimated 2-day battery. However, the novelty is somewhat disrupted by the fact that it is a pretty blatant re-brand of an existing device.

Sharge and OnePlus has finally set the date on which the unique "all-in-one" Pouch power bank's pre-orders will begin. The device has been 'crowd-designed' to satisfy as many charging needs as possible in one product while being as compact as possible. It is also touted as an ideal travel accessory thanks to its "premium portability".

Geekom has officially unrolled the curtains on the A8. The new mini PC comes equipped with high-end AMD Hawk Point APUs, with the option to purchase it with the Ryzen 9 8945HS. It also supports eGPU via USB4 and sports a compact design. The current starting price is $749.

Anker has launched a new accessory in the US: the Power Bank (10K, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable). As its name suggests, the portable device has a 10,000mAh capacity and can charge two devices via the built-in USB-C cable and a USB-C port. Plus, foldable pins allow the product to act as a charging plug.

AOOSTAR has launched a new gaming mini PC in China. Called “Youyan,” the mini computer comes with AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, a high-end Zen3+ mobile processor. However, for the graphics card,  the company chose a desktop Radeon RX 6600 LE, which makes the system capable of running most modern games with respectable frames.

Philips has released the Evnia 27M2N6800ML, a new gaming monitor that combines a high native resolution with a fast refresh rate and high colour accuracy. The inclusion of 1,152 Mini LED dimming zones helps it achieve VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, too.

The Jackery SolarSaga 40W Mini Solar Panel is now on sale in countries worldwide. The folding device has four monocrystalline solar cells and can be used on its own, with ports to charge three devices simultaneously. Plus, customers in some countries can get a 15% discount on the new product.

Thunderobot is now offering a gaming monitor based on new OLED display panel technology. Not only does the monitor combine a 4K resolution with a 240 Hz refresh rate, but it can also run at 480 Hz by dropping its resolution to 1080p.

Vivo has announced a new version of the Vivo Watch 3, which introduces an interesting new feature - ECG support. Vivo advertises a battery life of 16 days, a large, round AMOLED display, and a high-quality metal case.

The Vivo X100 Ultra has officially landed in the Chinese market. With the largest telephoto sensor, industry-leading CIPA 4.5 stabilization, and a versatile setup, it stands as the best camera flagship the company has released. The starting price of the new Android phone is CNY 6,499 (around $898).

Xiaomi is now selling the Electric Scooter 4 Pro (2nd Gen) in European countries, with a discount for some customers. The model has various improvements over the original e-scooter, including a more powerful motor and a longer range. Other features include an integrated display, an automatic headlight and indicators.

The Decathlon Riverside ETR 500 is a new mid-range e-bike, now available in one European country. The model is available in “Men’s” and “Women’s” versions, with different frame styles and saddles. Other features include a Bosch motor, SR Suntour suspension and a handlebar-mounted display.

Realme offers new headphones with strong ANC at a relatively low price. They support LHDC 5.0 and also have low latency, as well as IP certification.

The Umidigi G6 5G is a new smartphone with a night vision camera and modern cellular connectivity standards. NFC is also on board for contactless payments.

Xiaomi has launched its first 8 MP indoor security camera, the Smart Camera C700. Among other things, it offers 4K HDR, local AI and storage as well as night vision and HyperOS at a reasonable price.

KIWI design touts its latest Made for Meta accessory as the best (and possibly best-lit) new way to store and/or display one of the OEM's VR headsets. The stand also functions as a charger and controller stand for either the Quest 2, 3 or Pro, and has a number of multi-color RGB pre-sets.

The Decathlon Riverside ETR920 is a new e-bike on sale in Germany. The SUV trekking model features a Bosch drive and smart system with the accompanying eBike Flow app. The 10-speed model is equipped with SR Suntour suspension, a Bosch display and various accessories like mudguards and a luggage rack.

Huawei and Orange Pi are offering a new single-board computer that can also accelerate AI models and, as is absolutely standard for this device class, allows the connection of external devices such as sensors.

Realme offers new and completely wireless headphones. These support active noise cancellation and also feature a mode for particularly low-latency playback.

The iQOO Z9x 5G is a new and relatively slim 5G smartphone that will be launched in a few days. It comes with a Snapdragon SoC from Qualcomm and should support quick charging.

The MSI MS-C903 is a new and compact PC that is passively cooled and can be used in an extended temperature range. A large amount of RAM can be installed.

RayNeo has partnered with SEI Robotics to present the Pocket TV: a new way to get Google TV apps and services on the former brand's virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) glasses. The portable device also doubles as a power bank and even external storage for Air- or X-series headsets, and also sports remote control-like buttons.

PVY asserts that its latest e-bike is so stylish and "modern" that it seamlessly hides a second battery in its "lightweight" frame. Its up-to-750W motor is rated to get up to 200 kilometers (~124 miles) of range under certain conditions, and to support effortless acceleration with a torque sensor. The Z20 MAX has been released with an introductory discount on its ~$1,200 price.

Anker is now selling the Power Bank (20K, 87W, Built-in USB-C Cable) at its Amazon storefronts in countries worldwide. The accessory was rumored earlier this year, but it was unclear how much it would cost. Features include an integrated display and two USB ports alongside the USB-C cable.

Motorola has revealed the fourth generation in its Moto G Stylus series. Available later this month, the Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 offers a modernised design compared to its predecessor, along with an improved display. The new Moto G Stylus also still has an integrated stylus, plus a 50 MP camera that supports OIS.

Xiaomi has revealed a new Wi-Fi 7 router in China: the BE5000. The model features five antennas, with the company claiming it has a particularly high data transfer rate. Support for mesh systems, a game accelerator, and HyperOS Connect for smart home integration are also included.

The BW300 is a new surveillance camera from Xiaomi now available for international buyers. The camera is suitable for outdoor use and comes with a rechargeable battery, allowing for the set up of a completely wireless system.

BenQ has announced three new and unusual monitors, starting with a 28-inch monitor in 3:2 format, which is rarely found in desktop monitors. The 24-inch monitor in 16:10 format and the 32-inch top model also support a dedicated coding mode.

Fujifilm has officially revealed the leaked X-T50 film simulation dial in a new teaser for the May 16 X Summit. Along with the new X-Mount camera, Fujifilm also teased the arrival of a new GFX camera — likely the Fujifilm GFX100S II.

Initially unveiled at CES 2024, the Minisforum S100 has now been fully unveiled. With a launch price of $189, it brings an Intel N100 from the Alder Lake-N lineup in a chassis that you can fit in your pocket. What’s more interesting is that you can power the PC through the Ethernet port.

Sennheiser has expanded its ACCENTUM series with a pair of true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds. Available in three colours and across multiple markets, the ACCENTUM True Wireless has 7 mm dynamic transducers, with support also provided for Bluetooth LC3 and Qualcomm aptX codecs, among other features.

Realme has joined the likes of Motorola and Xiaomi by presenting its first smartphone powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. Paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 also works with a 5,500 mAh battery and 120 W wired charging, as well as a curved 120 Hz AMOLED display that outputs at 2,780 x 1,264 pixels.

Mobvoi has introduced a new TicWatch smartwatch. Previously described as a release that would mark the dawning of a new era, the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro is a slight refresh on its predecessor that remains adrift on Wear OS 3.

ESR has now announced a release for its range of 2024 iPad-compatible accessories. They include new versions of its "Red Dot Award-winning" Shift Magnetic Case for the Air, Pro 11 and Pro 13, as well as multi-mode keyboard cases for the same tablets. However, the most innovative new accessory might be the Paper-Feel Magnetic Screen Protector, a detachable overlay touted to enhance the drawing experience on Apple's new premium slates.

The Sharp Aquos R9 will start shipping in Japan this summer featuring a 6.5-inch Full HD+ OLED with a 240 Hz refresh rate, three 50-megapixel sensors, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip, 8 GB of RAM, as well as 256 GB of storage.

Motorola asserts that consumers in India will be able to "Own the Spotlight" with their very own Edge 50 Fusion soon. The device will become the country's only Android smartphone with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC and the Sony LYTIA 700C main camera on its impending debut. In the meantime, its color options and decently fast charging rate have been revealed.

The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 700S has been launched in Europe following its unveiling last year. The new full-suspension model, with mid-range pricing, offers a 500W peak power motor and up to 90 km (~55 miles) assistance range. It follows the recent release of the more expensive E-FEEL 900S Team Edition.

HMD Global has re-issued the Nokia 3210, an infamous Nokia feature phone that is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Redesigned with updated hardware, the Nokia 3210 2024 still features classic elements like a physical T9 keyboard and Snake, all for under €100.

Roborock has unveiled the Mini Washing and Drying Machine M1 Pure in China, where you can now pre-order the smart home gadget. The device is suited to smaller loads of up to 1 kg (~2.2 lbs) and offers a range of intelligent features. These include automatic drying if you forget to empty the machine after washing and detergent dispensing.

Fujifilm has yet to announce the Fujifilm X-T50, but the rumours and leaks are in full swing. Between the flagship sensor and processor combo, the compact size, and the reimagined control scheme, the Fujifilm X-T50 launch on May 16 is stacking up to be an exciting event for those that want an easy to use, do-it-all camera, but there are some caveats.