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Razer touts its BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed as an "Ultra-Lightweight Esports" headset that unlocks a "fresh new level of clarity, power, and comfort". It is wireless, yet can also be used and charged via USB-C, and also boasts the OEM's HyperClear Super Wideband tech for its flexible mic. Furthermore, it has also just become available in white.

Nokia has announced that its extended detection response (XDR) software for telecomms service provider and/or enterprise customers is to be augmented by generative AI. It will come in the form of an "assistant" based on Microsoft Azure LLMs trained on Nokia's 5G security and technology expertise, backed to make the OEM's current threat detection and resolution twice as fast as it is now.

Once among the best-known mobile device names in its native China, Meizu has now decided that it is time to "go All in" on AI, thereby finally leaving "traditional" smartphones behind. The OEM has unveiled plans for projects such as replacing the anticipated 21 Infinity flagship with its first "AI device" by the end of 2024 and taking brands such as PANDAER along for this new ride.

Lenovo has officially announced the Legion Y9000K 2024 in China, with the launch set for February 27. The gaming laptop has an Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, 2 TB SSD, a mini LED screen, and a built-in water cooling system. It will likely debut as the Legion 9i 2024 in the international markets.

The new Dell XPS laptop line introduced at CES 2024 is now available for purchase. This lineup consists of the XPS 13, XPS 14, and XPS 16 laptops, with a starting price of $1,299, $1,699, and $1,899, respectively. All the new models are powered by Intel Meteor Lake H-series processors with the option to configure the XPS 14 and XPS 16 with Nvidia RTX 40 series GPUs.

Acer is upgrading two of its most interesting ultra-light notebooks to Ryzen 8000. The Swift Edge 16 packs a Ryzen 7 8840U and a 16-inch 120 Hz OLED display into a 1.23-kilogram chassis, while the Swift Go 14 offers even more performance thanks to a Ryzen 9 8940HS in a more compact chassis.

Bethesda is reissuing the Fallout Anthology as the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Edition, packing seven games into a charming mini-nuke container aimed primarily at long-time fans of the series. Preorders are now already possible.

In a surprise to absolutely nobody, Fujifilm has announced the X100VI. While it looks strikingly familiar from the outside, the internals have received substantial upgrades that make the camera far more capable in video and low-light situations. Early reviews praise the X100VI for its subtle improvements and great handling.

LG has brought the UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE to more markets. The UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE features a 27-inch OLED panel that outputs at 1440p and 240 Hz. Available for $899.99, the OLED gaming monitor also has various ports, including a USB hub.

LG has begun selling the UltraGear 27GR95UM globally. Available currently for $899.99, the LG UltraGear 27GR95UM features 1,560 Mini LED backlight zones, the performance of which LG hopes to have improved with an early firmware update.

Acer has started selling the Predator XB273K V3 in Europe. Equipped with a 27-inch IPS panel, the Predator XB273K V3 offers a 4K resolution, a 160 Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1 connectivity, among other features.

Xiaomi is now selling the Redmi Display G Pro 27, a gaming monitor based around 1,152 Mini LED local dimming zones. The Xiaomi Redmi Display G Pro 27 is also VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified with a 1440p native resolution and a 180 Hz refresh rate.

Lenovo has updated the Xiaoxin Pro 24, a smaller alternative to the Xiaoxin Pro 27 that it refreshed earlier this year. Now sold as the Xiaoxin Pro 24 2024, the all-in-one (AIO) PC features a 100 Hz and 1080p display, as well as a choice of Intel Raptor Lake-H processors and an HDMI input.

Sharge's fastest and "coolest" power bank started out as a crowdfunding reward; however, it is now "finally" available to buy as a retail product. The Shargeek 170 is still rated to deliver an estimated 24,000mAh of power at up to 140W via USB-C, just at a new recommended price. It comes back down under $150 for limited time with an introductory discount, however.

Garmin is now selling a new entry in its Forerunner smartwatch series. Arriving in two variants and four colour options, the new smartwatches start at significantly less than the Forerunner 265 that Garmin has been selling since last year.

Sennheiser's new Accentum Plus Wireless have now arrived in stores. The new headphones with 50 hours of battery life and Adaptive Hybrid ANC function can be purchased and offer some additional benefits compared to the Sennheiser Accentum Wireless.

ENGWE asserts that its latest e-bike is ready to "elevate urban living by combining freedom, convenience, and efficiency for daily commutes". The P275 is slated to do so with torque sensors for their mid-drive motors, potentially long-range Samsung motors and a "maintenance-free Gates Carbon Drive Belt" in its step-through Pro variant. It and its step-through sibling are also backed for practical city riding with "all-weather" Tektro brakes, puncture-resistant reflective-rim tires and integrated lights.

AOHi's innovative modular cable set has now made the transition from crowdfunding to online sales via the OEM's store. It is joined there by the Starship, an up-to-140W "2-in-1" power bank rated for 40,000mAh of typical capacity. The accessories are available separately or as a bundle with early-bird discounts.

AOC has released four new monitors under the B3 series, all with 'ultra-narrow' bezels, 100 Hz refresh rates and USB Type-C charging. The AOC B3 series comes in 23.8-inch and 27-inch display sizes too, with prices ranging from £149.99 to £183.99 at launch.

With the Libero Flip, ZTE presents a particularly affordable foldable with a round secondary display, a relatively large battery, and Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Despite the low price, the device has a 50 MP main camera that can record 4K videos and a 1080p OLED display.

Razer’s Sneki Snek mascot is back to “Ssssave More Trees” in a new wall-mounted neon LED form. It allows the user to decorate their gaming space with the adorable character in full RGB, and is rated for a simple, "plug-and-play" installation process. Then again, its lighting modes and charging options are limited.

The Journey AXIE 10,000mAh Global Charger & Power Bank is now available to pre-order in the US. The multifunctional accessory allows you to charge three devices simultaneously via two USB-C ports and a wireless charging pad. Plus, the 10,000mAh battery can fully recharge in less than two hours.

Fujifilm just dropped the second teaser for the upcoming X100VI, and in the few frames where it's visible, the lens barrel seems to have undergone significant changes compared to the X100V. This goes counter to previous leaks that claimed no changes were coming to the new lens.

The Slimbook Hero is a new Linux-based gaming notebook that is designed for first-class gaming thanks to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, Manjaro Linux, Steam and Proton, all without Windows.

Sony has announced that the latest version of its aibo new fourth colorway has been made available as a limited drop in the United States. The robot dog's Espresso Edition comes with an exclusive Odd Eyes mode as well as three years' worth of access to the AI Cloud Plan necessary for it to develop a "unique" personality and 'learn' new tricks.

MSI is now selling the MAG 341CQP QD-OLED, a 34-inch and 21:9 gaming monitor that debuted last month. Available across the EU, UK and the US, the MSI MAG 341CQP QD-OLED combines a 1440p resolution with a 170 Hz refresh, all the while delivering 0.03 ms GtG response times and 1,000 nits peak brightness.

MSI has announced launch pricing for the MPG 321URX QD-OLED, its rival to the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and Dell Alienware AW3225QF. Available first in the UK and Europe with a US launch to follow, the MPG 321URX QD-OLED combines a 4K resolution with a 240 Hz refresh rate thanks to its new Samsung Display QD-OLED panel.

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM is now available to purchase in the UK and US. Based around the same Samsung Display Gen 3 QD-OLED panel as the Dell Alienware AW3225QF and MSI MPG 321URX, among others, the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM has a glossier finish than most gaming monitors and outputs at 4K with a 240 Hz refresh rate.

Bulls has launched a new e-MTB, the Sonic Eva TR 1 29. The model features a Bosch Bulls Sonic Eva TR 1 29 motor, with different battery capacities offered based on the frame size. Other features include dual suspension from SR Suntour, 29-inch Schwalbe tires and a Shimano Cues 10-speed rear derailleur.

The AOOSTAR GEM10 is the latest mini PC offering from the Chinese brand. It has a reasonably compact form factor, with the chassis measuring just 0.6 liters. For its size, the tiny gaming computer packs powerful internals, featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, support for up to three NVMe drives, and an OCuLink port for connecting an external GPU.

Honor has confirmed all details and launch pricing for its latest smartwatch. Sporting a 1.95-inch AMOLED display and a 300 mAh battery, the smartwatch can also access five satellite systems on-watch for route tracking, among other features.

Juno Computer's new Saturn 17 v5 notebook is now available to order with a 17.3-inch 2K display, Intel Core i7-13620H processor and either Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, RTX 4060 or RTX 4070 (laptop versions).

The Android 15 preview is about to drop soon, but a stable version of the OS isn't expected to debut until this fall. As for Android 14, we've seen quite a few custom ROMs come out recently. A good example would be the LineageOS 21 custom ROM, which has just been introduced with many upgrades.

TCL has launched a new pair of AR glasses called the Nxtwear S Plus. They are successors to the Nxtwear S, and just like the predecessors, you need to connect these glasses to a compatible device. That is, they are not standalone devices like the Apple Vision Pro or Meta Quest headsets. But the new TCL glasses are more affordable, coming with a price tag of $399 or £399.

Bose has launched the Ultra Open Earbuds, its innovative pair of open earbuds. The company claims that both the Ultra Open Earbuds and QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds will receive Bluetooth Multipoint connectivity via a firmware update later this year.

The Anker Solarbank Dual System balcony power plants are now on sale in the EU, with an introductory discount offering up to €1,110 off. Each kit includes four solar panels, a microinverter and two Solarbanks with a combined 3.2 kWh storage capacity. Plus, the range-topping bundle’s solar panels have a 2,160W maximum power.

Xiaomi has now released the Redmi A3, a week after first showcasing the handset. Sporting a design reminiscent of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and upcoming Xiaomi 14 Ultra, the Redmi A3 comes in three colours and three memory options from as little as INR 7,299 (~$88).

The Baseus AirGo AS01 Earclip Earphones are new completely wireless headphones that follow a different concept than typical in-ear headphones and are designed to stay in the ear even when moving around a lot. The headphones are available at an affordable price. Several microphones are installed and a longer battery life is promised.

The N-One Nbook Air is a dual-screen notebook. The system has a particularly large screen, uses Windows 11 as the operating system and is now available.

Redmi has confirmed that it will bring its new Buds 5 to the Indian market soon. The new earbuds are already listed at a 40% discount off their listed MSRP, and also pack decent active noise cancellation (ANC) and battery life to drive their hype. They also come in a range of three attractive colors.

Apple has released a new version of visionOS, its equivalent of iOS or iPadOS for the new Vision Pro. It fixes the ultra-premium headset's famous passcode bug, by which a unit might have even required a trip back to the Apple Store to be unlocked. Nevertheless, its new ability does not compromise its security.

Nvidia has just presented a particularly economical professional graphics card, the RTX 2000 Ada, that runs on a modern "Ada Lovelace" GPU with a power loss of just 70 watts, making power cables superfluous. Thanks to 16 GB VRAM, the GPU is also suitable for AI applications.

Philips has unveiled its new 9000 series USB power bank in China. The accessory has a USB-A output and two USB-C ports supporting up to 140W PD 3.1 charging. Other features of the portable charger include a 27,000mAh capacity, a built-in color display and protection against problems like overheating.

Haibike has revealed the 2024 edition of its entry-level Trekking 4 e-bike. The latest model is available with step-through or step-over frames and has several upgrades compared to its predecessor. These include the Yamaha PW-S2 75Nm motor and a 720Wh battery for a longer range.

The Tesoro Neo X 2 Remixte from Cannondale is an e-bike with a decent range of features, making it suitable for use in the city as well as (light) off-road. Luggage transport is also possible.

Dreame has a new vacuum and mopping robot in its portfolio, the Mova G30 Pro, that mops with hot water and a roller, and also offers high suction power and a comprehensive cleaning station.

Volta asserts that its upcoming 120W power brick is for "techies" and gamers as well as travelers. It combines a multi-socket "~200-country" form-factor with the gallium nitride (GaN) III tech necessary for a combined up-to-120W output via USB-C. The OEM also backs its new Travel Adapter to debut with a compact form-factor and the potential safety boost of an extra fuse.

Xiaomi is launching its new AX1500 router onto the global market. The WiFi router, which has only been officially launched in China so far, supports WiFi 6 and mesh technology, offers four LAN ports and is likely to be sold at a reasonable price.

The Husqvarna Grand Pather 4, Grand Pather 5 and Grand Pather 6 e-bikes have been launched. The new touring models have suspension forks and 29-inch tires to increase ride comfort. Other features include a Yamaha motor with 85 Nm torque and a 720 Wh battery for the 5 and 6.

The Dell UltraSharp 38 (U3824DW) has landed in Europe and the UK. Also available in North America for over $400 less than its launch price, the UltraSharp 38 (U3824DW) features a dozen ports, including nine USB connections, and a high-resolution panel with a 2,000:1 contrast ratio thanks to IPS Black technology.