Launch

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.

The SanDisk Desk Drive is a new storage solution with a high capacity, a particularly high data transfer rate and compact dimensions. It is compatible with both PCs and Macs.

Hasselblad has just launched the XCD 2.5/25V, a fast wide-angle lens for medium format cameras of the X system. With 13 lenses in 10 groups, including four aspherical lenses, the lens is designed to achieve first-class image quality, even at close distances to the subject.

Huawei has expanded its MatePad series with the MatePad 11.5"S, a tablet with a 2.8K and 144 Hz display that runs HarmonyOS 4.2 and is available as an optional 'PaperMatte Edition'. All variants feature a USB 3.0 Type-C port, support for the M-Pencil 3 and an 8,800 mAh battery, among other hardware.

Huawei has updated the FreeClip, a pair of open earbuds that it only unveiled in December 2023. Five months later, the company has refreshed the earbuds with a new more neutral colour option sold simply as 'beige'.

Huawei has revealed an updated Watch GT 4. Available exclusively in a 41 mm size, the new Watch GT 4 features an all-silver case and a minty green watch band.

Google is now selling the Pixel 8a, a mid-range option that arrives a few months before the Pixel 9 series. Further narrowing the gap between the Pixel A series and Google's flagship smartphones, the Pixel 8a features various upgrades from last year's Pixel 7a.

The Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024 has finally debuted on the global stage. It is a high-end laptop with a 3.2K touch-enabled OLED screen, Intel Meteor Lake processors and Thunderbolt 4.0 ports.

The Huawei MateBook 14 has officially been announced with a 3:2 120 Hz touch-enabled OLED screen, Intel Meteor Lake processors, and a 70 Wh battery. Essentially, it is a lower cost alternative to the MateBook X Pro 2024.

Apple has finally updated its iPad Pro lineup with an OLED panel. Other improvements include an Apple M4 SoC and data transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps. They are available for pre-order now and can be purchased on May 15.

The Shargeek 140 portable power bank from Sharge is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The compact device offers a 140W maximum output to charge two devices simultaneously. Other features include a smart display showing charging and battery level information and a low currency mode.

Four new JVC home theater projectors have been unveiled: the DLA-RS3200, the DLA-RS4200, the DLA-NZ800 and the DLA-NZ900. The premium models have a native 4K resolution with second-generation 8K/e-shiftX technology. According to JVC, the new projectors deliver higher brightness and greater contrast than older models.

The Apple M4 SoC has been officially announced alongside the new iPad Pro. It is manufactured on TSMC's N3E node and features a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU and a 38 TOPS NPU.

Apple has announced two iPad Air variants with 11-inch and 13-inch screens. Both are powered by an Apple M2 chip and come with 128 GB of base storage. They are up for pre-order now on Apple's website.

A new 114-inch Micro LED smart TV from Samsung has been launched in the Republic of Korea. The “ultra-premium” model is said to have several benefits over an OLED TV, including a higher brightness level and no screen burn-in. However, the product has an exceptionally high price tag due to the panel technology.

ADO E-bike has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for a new lightweight folding model: the Air Carbon. The e-bike weighs 12.5 kg (~27.6 lbs) and offers a 100 km (~60 miles) assistance range. Plus, those who pledge to the campaign could receive the electric bicycle with a 40% discount.

Almost two years after the launch of the HTC A101, HTC is unveiling a larger Plus model, which aims at an attractive price-performance ratio with a 10.95-inch display in 16:10 format, a fresh design, slightly narrower screen edges and new cameras.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ is the company's mid-cycle refresh for last year's Dimensity 9300. It features the same all-performance-core CPU design and a slew of minor improvements. The chip will power smartphones and tablets from Vivo, iQOO, Redmi, and others in the coming weeks.

The Chatreey TK12-F is a compact and passively cooled PC that comes with one of two Intel processors. Both of these should offer adequate performance for numerous applications. The installation of a conventional hard disk is also possible.

The Corsair One i500 has just been officially unveiled. The gaming tower has a brand new design for the first time since the launch of the first generation in 2017, creating enough space for a water-cooled GeForce RTX 4090 and an Intel Core i9-14900K.

Blackview is now offering a new rugged smartphone, the BL9000 Pro, that comes with a high-resolution thermal imaging camera, 5G and an up-to-date operating system. The main camera also features optical image stabilization.

Realme has partnered with a popular online retailer to preview the GT Neo6 for its Chinese audience. The Android smartphone can now be reserved with >100W charging to go with its new Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC and a particularly generous amount of internal storage. The device might also hit the international market soon with the same specs.

Apple Music for LG TVs can now play tracks with Spatial Audio as well as in Dolby Atmos through a connected soundbars, so long as it is from the same brand. The feature, currently available on no other TVs, is backed to be the highest-end form of immersion on the app. LG TV users can try it out for free for a limited time.

EZVIZ asserts that its latest pan/tilt (PT) outdoor Wi-Fi camera comes with double the security as it has double the lenses. Both of the H9c's cameras are rated for a resolution of 2K, although they have discrete zoom and wide-angle functions. Combined, the OEM backs them to achieve up to 2x the detail and an extended color night vision range compared to its predecessors.

A new, external enclosure for high-performance SSDs can accommodate two flash storage devices and run them in a RAID configuration. The model is said to be quite robust and can be configured and used without the corresponding software.

The Black Shark GS3 is a new and robust smartwatch from the Xiaomi ecosystem. It comes with powerful features and can also be used while swimming. The GNSS module supports various navigation systems.

The Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo is backed to deliver seamless multi-color 3D-printed models. It will be released in early May 2024 with a reduced price and freebies valued at over $180 for early-bird buyers. They include a sample of the brand's new and exclusive PANTONE-validated filaments.

TCL has released a new affordable smartphone that will directly take on the likes of the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G. Arriving as the TCL 50 XL 5G, the smartphone runs Android 14 out of the box and retails for $159.99.

Razer has turned its hand to virtual and/or augmented reality (VR/AR) with its latest accessory. Its new Adjustable Head Strap System is custom-made for the Meta Quest 3, and is backed to balance and stabilize the headset for any user, regardless of head size. It also has an optional Facial Interface to enhance comfort and prevent light-bleed.

The Y100 is Vivo's latest mid-range smartphone, following the releases of the V30e 5G, V30 SE and Y38 5G earlier this week. Despite retailing for equivalent to $216, the Vivo Y100 4G features hardware like a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 80 W wired charging and a large AMOLED display that delivers a 120 Hz refresh rate and 1,800 nits peak brightness.

Machenike has launched its latest flagship gaming mini PC, the Mini GTX. It’s available in four different configurations, with the top-end model coming with the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS and the base featuring the latest AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS. The starting price is CNY 2,899, which is about $400.

The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam is now available to pre-order in the US and the UK. As its name suggests, the smart security camera provides motorized panning and tilting for a large viewing area. Other features include two-way communication, a motion detection alarm, and Amazon Alexa voice commands.

Introduced at the end of July 2023 for macOS, Arc is a web browser that became available for iOS this year, in early February, and now hits Windows. Only compatible with Windows 11, this piece of code is designed to be highly customizable and to use its own apps via a sidebar, but it supports Chrome Web Store extensions as well.

Bose has just unveiled the SoundLink Max, the latest and largest member of the SoundLink portable speaker lineup, boasting a carry handle and rugged, IP67 rated construction. It also features Snapdragon Sound and Bose’s SimpleSync technology to enhance connectivity and sound quality. The speaker is priced at $399 and will be available from May 16.

Now fully supporting Raspberry Pi 4 and 5 with 64-bit versions, LibreELEC 12.0 launches with Kodi 21 Omega alongside the Linux kernel labeled 6.6.28. This minimalistic distro can be used to run Kodi on HTPC devices with hardware made by Amlogic, NXP, Allwinner, Rockship, and more.

Vivo has now released the V30e 5G, a large smartphone powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. Vivo has equipped the V30e 5G with a 1,300-nit AMOLED display too, as well as twin 50 MP cameras and a 5,500 mAh battery in a housing thinner than most of its peers.

Beelink has launched the new SEi14 mini PC that comes with an Intel Meteor Lake processor. To be specific, it features Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, a mid-range processor with a 7-core Arc iGPU. Thanks to the USB 4 port, you can connect it with an eGPU for better gaming performance. The pre-sale price for the barebone variant is CNY 2,699, around $373.

BenQ has presented the SW242Q, a colour accurate monitor designed for professional use cases. As such, the BenQ SW242Q supports USB-C Power Delivery, an SDXC card reader and a KVM switch, among other features.

With LTE and solar: The Eufy S330 is a new surveillance camera that operates autonomously. It is also said to offer high image quality and is able to move on its own. AI tracking is supported, allowing a large area to be covered with just one camera.

With the FA19, FiiO presents new flagship earphones that feature a total of ten BA drivers per ear to achieve an enormously detailed sound. The transparent, 3D-printed housing allows a view of the drivers.

Huawei has decided to release its latest camera focused globally, breaking from the convention of its recent flagship launches. Ditching the Pura 70 Pro Plus, the series consists of the Pura 70, Pura 70 Pro and Pura 70 Ultra outside China, with prices ranging from €999 to €1,499 for the Pura 70 Ultra.

Nikon has designed a minimalist, limited-edition roll-top backpack in conjunction with Gaston Luga. Normally, the GL X Nikon backpack costs $199, but in a new collaboration promoting sustainability, the GL X Nikon bag comes bundled with the full-frame Nikon Zf, starting at $1,999 until June 30.

The M19 is a 3.5-inch retro gaming handheld powered by a 3,000 mAh battery and a Rockchip RK3566 chipset. Available for under $55, the M19 has a bizarre control layout that goes against contemporary designs.

Amazfit has introduced a new smartwatch that it sells for under $60. Sold as the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity, the smartwatch supports Amazon Alexa natively, has an expansive display and should last for well over a week thanks to its lightweight OS and relatively large battery.

Vivo has augmented its V30 series of mid-range smartphones - just not in India as might be expected. Instead, the line's new SE 5G variant is destined for the Latin American market as its latest "Modern Design" smartphone. Its 120Hz display, attractive textured "Eco-Fiber Leather" finish and up-to-date SoC are contrasts to its budget internals.

Asus launches two new routers within its TUF series. With these, the manufacturer is targeting video gamers. Users should not only benefit from a fast and wireless connection but high-performance wired networks are also supported depending on the model version.

The RoboUP T1200Pro robot lawn mower is now available at Amazon in Germany and is expected to launch in another EU country soon. The model has several upgrades on the older T500P and T1000P devices, including greater lawn area coverage and improved RTK positioning, so you do not need a boundary wire.

The Beats Solo 4 are launching as the successor to the hugely popular Beats Solo 3, bringing with them a number of long overdue upgrades such as USB-C connectivity, Spatial Audio with head tracking and support for Google's Find My Device network.