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Abbott's best-known consumer products might be the FreeStyle line of blood glucose-monitoring "biowearables". Now, the biomedical OEM has announced that it will expand this category with new tracking prowess. This Lingo series of sensors is touted to put the user in more control over their health and fitness than ever before.

Acer has announced upgraded versions of the Swift X lineup at CES 2022. This year, we have the Acer Swift X 14 and the Swift X 16 powered by Intel 12th gen Alder Lake processors. While the Swift X 14 offers up to an RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, the Swift X 16 becomes the first laptop to use the upcoming Intel Arc GPUs. These laptops also get upgraded displays. LPDDR5 RAM, and PCIe Gen 4 storage.

Nokia has announced that all of the new phones it has unveiled at CES 2022 will be Android 12-powered devices, even the C100 that will sell for under US$100. It, like the C200, G100 and G400 that have launched alongside it, are pitched at the US market, although they may not exactly set it alight in terms of specs for the most part.

TCL has brought its latest range of soundbars to keep its line of TVs company at CES 2022. They comprise 2 new additions to the OEM's Alto 7 and 9 series. They upgrade to the latest in-house RayDanz and Master Sound Calibration technologies, and also offer up to 7.1.4 channel audio and enhancements such as Dolby Atmos.

TCL has brought its latest and highest-end TVs to CES 2022, its 98-inch Class XL model included. This QLED device is joined at the show by examples of the OEM's proprietary OD Zero mini-LED such as the X925 PRO. This 4K flagship is rated to be less than 10mm thick, despite its 85-inch size.

Anker has announced a new projector under its Nebula brand at CES 2022. The new Cosmos Laser 4K is Nebula's first laser projector, and one that can be carried around thanks to its built-in handle. The Cosmos Laser 4K projector can create up to 150-inch images, among other features.

Realme has unveiled the DIZO Watch R, an affordable smartwatch with an AMOLED display that packs AoD functionality. The DIZO Watch R comes with over 110 exercise modes, 150 watch faces and plenty of health-tracking features.

Acer has launched two new gaming monitors in the Predator lineup — the Predator X32 FP and the Predator X32. These 4K 160 Hz mini-LED monitors are aimed at gamers, but they also offer color-accurate panels that cover 99% Adobe RGB for content creators. The Predator X32 FP can also connect directly to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X thanks to the availability of HDMI 2.1.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge, one part of the Xiaomi 11i series. The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge arrives with a large display, a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 108 MP main camera. The device supports 120 W wired charging too, and comes with an appropriate charger in the box.

Samsung announced a unique projector device at CES 2022, called the Freestyle, as it shoehorns powerful projector features into a smart speaker form factor that weighs less than two pounds with the stand. The picture size output ranges from 30"-100", depending on the distance from the projecting surface, and the Freestyle can be powered by an external battery in case you want to take it on the road.

HP has introduced new Chromebooks to its Elite Dragonfly series. The Elite Dragonfly Chromebook and Dragonfly Chromebook Enterprise offer advanced video collaboration features and a haptic touchpad along with Intel Alder Lake vPro processor options.

Nvidia offered a sneak peek at the upcoming RTX 3090 Ti during its CES 2022 keynote. The company offered only a few TFLOPs numbers and did not delve into the actual specifications. However, much of the information about the RTX 3090 Ti have already leaked before except the actual base and boost clocks of the GA102-350 GPU.

During its CES 2022 keynote, Intel detailed some of the changes coming to the Evo 3 specification. Intel Evo 3 builds on the previous spec and now focuses on more immersive collaborative experiences such as AI-based background noise cancelation and an improved 720p or FHD webcam. Intel is also extending Project Athena to desktops, and Evo 3 to H-series laptops with Arc dGPUs, accessories and foldable laptops.

Dubbed the technology flagship of the Bavarian automaker, the iX M60 electric SUV comes with impressive performance specs and is supposed to provide an exceptional driving experience despite being geared towards sustainability.

Lenovo is introducing new ThinkBook laptops aimed at mainstream hybrid businesses. The ThinkBook 14 G4+ and the ThinkBook 16 G4+ offer Intel Alder Lake-H45 CPU options along with the newly launched Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050 Laptop GPU. The laptops also feature high-res 16:10 displays along with enhanced sensor-based user-presence detection and zero-touch log in.

Lenovo is introducing a redesigned ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 at CES 2022. The new ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 now features 12th gen Alder Lake processors, an industry-first 21:10 17.3-inch ultra-wide 3K primary display, and an 8-inch secondary display that supports pen input. Together, these two displays can allow for multi-screen interaction with content that extends from one display to the other.

With the ThinkPad X1 Nano, the smallest and most lightweight ThinkPad laptop of the 2021 generation, Lenovo produced a successful newcomer to the ThinkPad X1 line. The ThinkPad X1 Nano G2 is supposed to continue the success-story with much faster processors.

The TCL Book 14 Go is the OEM's first-ever laptop. It has debuted with always-on LTE/4G connectivity - then again, it owes this spec to an aging Snapdragon 7c SoC. The rest of its specs are similarly underwhelming, although the company pitches it at appropriate educational or small business use-cases.

Razer will soon let users control their RGB-enabled devices with a smartphone app called Razer Smart Home. It has also invited other OEMs to join the ecosystem via the Razer Chroma Smart Home Program, which includes the likes of Nanoleaf, LIFX, Yeelight, Monster, and Twinkly.

Razer took the wraps off a new Blade 14 with an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX. The machine will come equipped with either an RTX 3060, an RTX 3070 Ti, or an ultra-powerful RTX 3080 Ti. All configurations of the Blade 14 have 16GB of 4800 MHz DDR5 memory.

Razer has announced the Blade 17, a 17 inch laptop meant to replace your desktop. The Blade 17 can be configured with up to a 12th gen Intel Core i9-12900HK and an RTX 3080 Ti. The entry-level models are also no slouch either with the Intel Core i7-12800H and an RTX 3060.

The 9 and 9 Pro are iQOO's latest flagship smartphones. They add the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the latest E5 AMOLED display tech and a world-first outing of the 50MP ISOCELL GN5 sensor to their line's hallmark 120W charging and BMW-themed finish. Then again, this generation has left the brand's historical reputation for flagship-killing prices behind.

The Razer Blade 15 has been refreshed with new hardware, including an Intel Core i9-12900HK/Core i7-12800H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti/3070 Ti, and up to a 4K 144Hz screen. One can pre-order it on January 25 from Razer's website starting at US$2,499.

Asus has unveiled the ZenBook 17 Fold OLED: a laptop/tablet hybrid with a 17.3-inch OLED screen, Intel Core i7-1250U, 5MP webcam, two Thunderbolt 4.0 ports, and a 75Wh battery. It will be available for purchase sometime in mid-2022 for an unspecified price.

Asus has upgraded its TUF Gaming lineup with new offerings from Intel and AMD. This year, the TUF Dash F15 and TUF Gaming F15 and TUF Gaming F17 get Intel Alder Lake-H and RTX 30 GPUs up to 140 W while the TUF Gaming A15 and TUF Gaming A17 offer up to Ryzen 7 6800H APUs. All TUF Gaming laptops now come with a dedicated MUX switch to channel dGPU output directly to the display.

Lenovo has unveiled a brand new series of desktop computers for medium to small businesses. The ThinkCentre neo 70t, neo 50s, and neo 30a 24 all-in-one computers are powered by 12th gen Intel Core processors. The neo 70t can also be equipped with an RTX 3060 Ti.

Lenovo has introduced its latest Legion gaming mice. The new peripherals come in wired and wireless options, the second of which has been equipped with lightweight, comfort-focused builds and ultra-high DPIs. The M300s and M600s also features RGB, used to illuminate their familiar branding.

Lenovo has launched an upgraded version of the Yoga 6 with a 13.3-inch WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) touch-enabled screen, an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor, 16GB RAM and a 59Wh. It will be available for purchase in Q2, 2022, starting at US$749.

The 16-inch variant of the Lenovo Yoga 7i now ships with a 16:10 screen, Intel Core i7-1270P processor, 16GB of RAM,1TB storage, and a 712Wh battery. The entry-level variant will cost US$899 and go on sale in Q2, 2022.

Lenovo has launched a new version of the 2-in-1 Yoga 9i with a 14-inch OLED/LCD screen, an Intel Core i7-1260P, and a 75Wh battery. Its entry-level variant will cost US$1,399 and hit shelves in Q2, 2022.

Lenovo is updating its well-known line of X1 ThinkPad laptops. The 14 inch models ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 and ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 build upon existing designs - the new releases include OLED screen options, a 1080p webcam and Intel Alder-Lake U15 or P28.

Lenovo has announced upgraded Legion 5 gaming laptops at CES 2022. These include the Intel Alder Lake-H based Legion 5i and Legion 5i Pro and the AMD Ryzen 6000H-based Legion 5 and Legion 5 Pro. All Legion 5 laptops offer configuration options up to 32 GB DDR5-4800 RAM and the RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU along with high-refresh rate Dolby Vision-certified displays.

Roborock has revealed the S7 MaxV, to be available as a standalone robot vacuum or with two cleaning docks. The S7 MaxV Ultra will be the flagship model, which has a 3-in-1 cleaning dock. The Roborock S7 MaxV will be available from Q2 2022.

At CES 2022, AMD showed off its first 3D V-cache enabled chip, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, targeted at gamers with performance that rivals that of the Ryzen 9 5900X and the Core i9-12900K. AMD CEO Lisa Su also offered the first sneak peek at Zen 4 and Socket AM5 that are slated for a 2H 2022 release

HP has added three new laptops to its EliteBook 800 G9 Series. These include the EliteBook 830 G9, EliteBook 840 G9, and the EliteBook 860 G9. All laptops feature similar specifications with the primary difference being with respect to the display size. The EliteBook 800 G9 is certified for Intel Evo and comes with HP's full suite of security features for businesses.

Acer has revealed the Predator Orion 5000 and the Orion 3000 gaming desktops for high-end and mid-range gaming markets. Orion 5000 desktop is the more expensive of the two with a 12th gen Intel Core i7 processor and an RTX 3080 GPU, while the cheaper Orion 3000 packs an RTX 3070.

HP has taken the wraps off its Elitebook 605 G9 series of business laptops. The Elitebook 645 G9 and the Elitebook 655 G9 come with AMD Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors, up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, and up to 1 TB of PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSDs.

At CES in Las Vegas, the Chinese company Okai has presented a sleek electric scooter which, unlike most of its competitors, can also be operated on rough terrain thanks to its off-road features and full suspension.

HP has announced the HP Elitebook 805 G9 series of business laptops. The notebooks come with AMD's latest Ryzen mobile chips, 16:10 aspect ratio screens, and fast charging. While the smaller Elitebook 835 G9 has fixed memory, the Elitebook 845 G9 and the Elitebook 865 G9 has user-replaceable RAM.

HP has launched the Elite x360 1040 G9 convertible in addition to the EliteBook 1040 G9. The Elite x360 1040 G9 is powered by Intel 12th gen Alder Lake vPro processors and are certified to meet Intel Evo standards. The laptop comes with the usual suite of HP security suites and also offers optional 4G LTE or 5G WWAN connectivity.

MSI has refreshed the Raider GE76 and GE66 gaming laptops with Alder Lake processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and 3070 Ti graphics cards, DDDR5 RAM and more. Prices start at US$1,599 and go all the way up to USD 4,199.

HP has announced an upgraded ZBook Firefly G9 at CES 2022. The ZBook Firefly G9 will now be available in 14 and 16-inch variants with the latest 12th gen Intel Alder Lake processors and Nvidia Quadro T550 graphics options.

MSI's updated Crosshair 17 comes equipped with an Intel Core i7-12700H and either an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or GeForce RTX 3070. The mid-range gaming laptop also features 16 GB of DDR4 RAM, 512 GB of PCIe Gen 4x4 storage, and a 17.3-inch FHD 144 Hz display.

MSI showed off the new Crosshair 15 midrange gaming laptop, replete with either a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 or Core i9 CPU and a 30 series Nvidia GeForce RTX GPU. MSI also unveiled the Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six Extraction Edition, which bears logos from the forthcoming Ubisoft game Rainbow Six Extraction.

Dell has unveiled the Alienware x14 gaming laptop with an Intel Core i9-12900H, GeForce RTX 3060, a 144Hz screen, and DDR5 RAM. The laptop will be available for purchase later in 2022, starting at US$1,499.

Asus has refreshed the ROG Zephyrus G14 with the Ryzen 9 6980HX, Radeon RX 6800S and a 16:10 QHD screen. It also features a MUX switch that switches between the dGPU and iGPU in real time. It will hit shelves in Q1 2022 for EUR 1,899 (US$2,150).

Nvidia has lifted the curtain off the laptop GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3070 Ti variants. However, it hasn't told us much in the way of specifications, other than the fact that the former runs 16GB of VRAM. Laptops powered by both SKUs will hit shelves on February 1.

Realme has made the GT2 Pro and its vanilla sibling the GT2 official in China today (January 4, 2022). They both come with the latest Realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12, 50MP rear cameras and options of "Paper Master Tech Design" editions, although the GT2 Pro is the only one with a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and an E5 AMOLED display. The series has been released to the Chinese market thus far, although the OEM asserts an international launch is forthcoming.

Acer has refreshed the Predator Triton 500 SE with the Intel Core i9-12900H, 32GB of 5,200MT/s DDR5 RAM, a 16-inch 240Hz panel and more. It will go on sale in late February 2022 for UR 2,499 (US$2,830).

The Acer Predator Helios 300 has received a much-needed Alder Lake upgrade along with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. Other specs include a 165Hz QHD screen (15.6-inch and 17.3-inch), 32GB of 4,800MT/s DDR5 RAM, and Wi-Fi 6E. It will go on sale in March 2022, starting at EUR 1,799 (US$2,038).