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Evercade has offered up hardware refreshes of its popular EXP and VS game consoles. Now called the EXP-R and VS-R, the refreshes have been designed to make the EXP and VS more affordable while maintaining their core feature sets. The Evercade EXP-R and VS-R will be joined by Tomb Raider Collection 1, the company's first 'Giga Cart' that contains Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II and Tomb Raider III all on one cartridge.

Three Huawei Pura 70 series SKUs have been announced with a new Kirin 9010 SoC. It is essentially an underclocked Kirin 9000s with virtually no visible tweaks. Somehow, it still outperforms its predecessor by a decent margin.

The new PocketBook Era Color e-reader has just been launched. In addition to a 7-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 color screen, it also features audiobook support and a text-to-speech function.

The Hisense 27G7K-PRO just launched in China with a 4K 160 Hz IPS panel. Its Mini LED backlight has 1,152 dimming zones and can pump out 1,000 nits of brightness in HDR mode.

Xiaomi is now selling its Robot Vacuum X20+ in various European countries, offering a launch discount to some customers. The model appeared on the brand’s global site earlier this year as a more powerful version of the older X20. Other features include high-speed mopping and an auto-emptying docking station.

HP has released a new Series 7 Pro monitor with modern connectivity options. Sold as the HP 732pk or HP Series 7 Pro 31.5 inch 4K Thunderbolt 4 Monitor, the new monitor not only contains a Thunderbolt 4 port but also an IPS Black panel that delivers a 2,000:1 contrast ratio and 400 nits peak brightness.

Hardkernel has offered up three new single-board computers (SBCs) under the ODROID-H4 series. Available for between $99 and $220, the ODROID-H4 trio all feature comparatively powerful processors, as well as M.2 2280 slots, support for up to 48 GB of DDR5 RAM and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, among other features.

Decathlon has unveiled a cheaper version of the Van Rysel E-EDR AF electric road bike. The company has replaced various SRAM parts used in the older model with Shimano elements to reduce the cost of the bike. The same Mahle motor is used for the latest e-bike, with an accompanying app and optional range extender battery.

Samsung has now released the Galaxy M55 in Europe, following the device's introduction in Brazil. Despite costing significantly less than the Galaxy S24, the device supports faster wired charging and also contains a larger battery to boot.

Vivo has now released a new mid-range smartphone in Europe, a few weeks after debuting the device. The Vivo V40 SE features a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 50 MP primary camera and a 5,000 mAh battery, all for under €300.

The Porsche Cross Performance EXC 2ND GEN e-bike is now available to pre-order. This is a more expensive model, with a carbon frame and a full-suspension system. Other features include tires from Continental and a Shimano display showing your current speed and remaining battery level.

Shortly after unveiling the Intel ARC A750 OC, Biostar returns with a new video card, namely the Intel ARC A380 ST. This affordable solution sports a 96-bit memory interface alongside 6 GB of GDDR6, a GPU speed of 2000 MHz, and a board power of just 75 W. No less than three DP 2.0 ports and a single HDMI 2.0 port are also present.

The EcoFlow PowerHeat and PowerGlow smart home heating solutions have been unveiled. The devices convert solar power to heat, with the PowerHeat acting as a space heater and the PowerGlow heating water. The products can be used together and integrated with PowerOcean set-ups.

With the Buds T110, Realme is offering new completely wireless headphones. They promise high playback quality and are also available in rather unusual colors. Noise cancelation is available.

The current generation of ThinkPad workstations is still powered by 13th Gen processors. Now, it appears as like Lenovo is simply updating the existing Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 with 14th Gen chips - which also means that there will not be a new ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 this year.

The Samsung Crystal UHD DU9000 TV has arrived in the US. The new TV is the cheapest 98-inch TV from the brand, which already offers several models of this size. Features include a 120Hz refresh rate alongside various gaming tools like VRR, Game Bar, and support for AMD FreeSync Premium.

Anker has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its new Soundcore Sleep A20 Bluetooth Earbuds at Kickstarter. At the time of writing, the project had raised over $500,000, with early customers offered a price lower than the RRP. Features include sleep insights in the accompanying app and a longer battery life than the older A10 model.

Lenovo is now selling the Tab P12 Matte Display in the Eurozone. Featuring a matte display finish aimed at improving feedback when using Lenovo's Tab Pen Plus stylus, the Tab P12 Matte Display also features a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chipset and a 10,200 mAh battery for a €449 launch price.

Motorola has presented two new sets of earbuds that it has offered up as the Moto Buds and Moto Buds Plus. Available for €59 and €149, the pair offer ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity but differ in their drivers and battery life.

Why choose between QLED and micro-OLED displays when you can have either - or even both? That new feature debuts in the new Super version of Pimax' Crystal virtual reality (VR) headset. It can support a resolution of up to 4K at 90Hz, has a "massive" field of view (FOV) and has integrated audio. It debuts alongside its new Light sibling for potentially high-res, lightweight PCVR experiences on more of a budget.

Black Shark is now selling its new smart ring in China. The wearable can track health metrics and remotely control some functions of your smartphone using various gestures on the ring. Plus, the company says that the ring has an up to 180-day battery life.

Motorola has expanded Edge 50 Pro availability beyond its initial Indian release. Early Motorola Edge 50 Pro orders will ship with a complimentary pair of Moto Buds Plus earbuds too, with prices set at £599.99 in the UK and €699 in the Eurozone, respectively, for the entire package.

Motorola has introduced a new flagship smartphone, its first since the Moto X40, Edge 40 Pro and Edge Plus (2023). Motorola has priced the Edge 50 Ultra aggressively, with a 144 Hz pOLED display, 125 W charging, a new Qualcomm chipset and an impressive camera set, all for €999.

Sony asserts that customers love the Deep Black Non-Glare Coating on the new Pro BRAVIA BZ53L, rated to confer enhanced visibility with minimal reflections on the new enterprise-grade display. It is rated for a 120Hz refresh rate as well as a 4K resolution with XR TRILUMINOS Pro technology and Full Array Local Dimming for a color-accurate image.

Motorola has delivered a new mid-range smartphone by way of the Edge 50 Fusion. Available soon globally with a €399 launch price, the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion combines a 144 Hz pOLED display with a 5,000 mAh battery and a more powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset than pre-release leaks suggested.

Anycubic touts its latest product event as a revolution in multi-color 3D printing. The OEM has partnered with PANTONE to present new filaments in exclusive "true-to-life" shades, up to 8 of which can be fed to a new Kobra 3 printer in a "seamless, hassle-free" way that also integrates a new auto-drying feature.

Motorola has now fully detailed the Moto G64, which it will soon start selling in three colours and two memory configurations. Available from INR 14,999 (~$179), the Motorola Moto G64 features a 120 Hz display, a 50 MP primary camera, a 6,000 mAh battery and is the first smartphone to sport MediaTek's Dimensity 7025 chipset.

Outdoors, indoors, in public or even other people's houses: Fulsolen asserts that its EV charger can be used almost anywhere thanks to its system of interchangeable NEMA plugs and "8x Faster Charge" specs. It is compatible with all SAE J1772-compatible vehicles, merely needing an adapter for a Tesla, and even has an OLED status display.

Decathlon has launched the Rockrider E-FEEL 900S Team Edition in Europe. The high-end electric mountain bike has a full suspension system from RockShox and a 600W peak power motor with a torque sensor. Plus, the e-bike features a Shimano display with Bluetooth connectivity.

Govee has revealed the upcoming Floor Lamp Pro. The model was shown alongside the recently launched Floor Lamp 2; the Pro has upgraded features like a higher peak brightness and the ability for the light to rotate. Plus, the base contains a Bluetooth speaker that can play music or white noise.

The Govee Floor Lamp 2 has been launched in the US, the EU and the UK. The new smart light is similar to the older Lyra model, with various upgrades like increased brightness and support for the Matter protocol. Other features of the RGBICWW lamp include preset scenes and a music sync mode.

GameSir X4 mobile game controller has launched in China, and it comes with Microsoft authorization. That means you get full support for Xbox Game Pass mobile streaming. The Backbone One alternative also has a replaceable button layout and offers "high playability" across different mobile titles.

HP's EliteBook 635 Aero G11 is an ultra-light, yet extremely powerful notebook that packs an AMD Ryzen 7 8840U, a 400 nits bright 16:10 display and a relatively wide range of connections into a chassis that weighs less than 1 kg.

The Raspberry Pi 400 packs a single-board computer into the housing of a keyboard. Together with the PiDock 400, users can quickly transform the compact PC into a laptop with a 13.3-inch 1080p display and a trackpad, although the dock does not have an integrated battery.

The Fimi Mini 3 is a new and cheap drone, positioned as a suitable alternative to competing drones from DJI. The model also promises high image quality and comes with a Sony sensor.

Described as a device that aims "to redefine the essence of mobile photography," the Nubia Z60 Ultra Photographer Edition launches today globally. While the United Kingdom store will not get it, this handset will be available at the Global, Europe, and Mexico stores. The price tag for the United States is a mere $779.

The latest additions to ELEGOO's Saturn series have launched with cutting-edge features such as the Tilt Release Technology that might reduce print time and damage to the resulting model in the new top-end 4 Ultra. It also boasts a light source touted to yield smoother results and an AI-powered print-monitoring system.

The Sharp 2.0.2 Compact Dolby Atmos Soundbar, or HT-SB700, is now on sale in Europe. The new model is relatively cheap and offers a surround sound experience with support for Dolby Atmos. Other features include an HDMI eARC port, and a range of pre-sets such as Movie and Music.

Powkiddy is offering a new retro gaming handheld powerful enough to emulate most Nintendo 64, Nintendo DS and PlayStation 1 games. Sold as the Powkiddy RGB20SX, the compact gaming handheld has a 1:1 display, 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM, a 5,000 mAh battery and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Radxa has released another single-board computer, this time one powered by a MediaTek Genio 1200 chipset promising official support until late 2028 at the earliest. The Radxa NIO 12L starts at $99 and features plenty of ports too, thanks to its 140 x 75 mm board size.

MINISFORUM has now begun selling its first Microsoft Surface Pro rival globally. Available for over a month at a discounted launch price, the MINISFORUM V3 ships with a detachable keyboard accessory and an active stylus, among other accessories, as well as an AMD Ryzen 7 8840U and a 165 Hz display.

The Tapo C125 AI Home Security WiFi Camera from TP-Link has arrived in Europe following its US launch last year. The model has a physical privacy shutter to give you peace of mind and various AI detection features. Plus, the model supports integrations with ecosystems, including Apple Home and Google Home.

Dreame has launched the L10s Plus Self-Empty Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo globally. The new model has various upgrades on the older L10s Ultra, such as greater suction power and an enhanced mopping function. The product also has a self-emptying docking station for up to 90 days of hands-free cleaning.

A new 20,000mAh UGREEN power bank has been launched in the EU. The model can simultaneously charge three devices and offers up to 22.5W power output. Plus, the gadget features a built-in display to show your remaining battery, and protection against issues like overheating.

JMGO launched a new portable projector. The model has an internal battery and thus does not burden the batteries of connected devices. A strong color display is advertised.

Geekom has a new mini-PC in the pipeline. The Geekom XT13 Pro should impress with its strong performance and modern connections. This should also make it possible to connect several high-resolution screens.

A new and relatively cheap Bluetooth speaker from Xiaomi is now available for international customers outside China. A relatively long battery life is promised, and the device is IP certified against dust and water damage.

Previously teased AOKZOE A2 Ultra gaming handheld has officially made its debut in China. As the company has previously revealed, the portable Windows console is powered by an Intel Meteor Lake CPU. To be specific, it packs the Core Ultra 7 155H, which is the same processor that the maxed-out MSI Claw features.

Xiaomi is launching a particularly compact Bluetooth speaker, namely the Sound Pocket, onto the global market as a direct competitor to the JBL Go 4. It offers Bluetooth 5.4 and up to 10 hours of battery life at a weight of just 200 g.

The Xiaomi Sound Outdoor is a new Bluetooth speaker that is being launched globally, is waterproof thanks to IP67 and is easy to carry thanks to its stylish and compact design.