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Apple's second-gen smart tracker is now touted to come with numerous important upgrades to its internals. They will be harder to get at compared to the previous generation though, according to a new leak. Its design might be different in order to address some of the most problematic aspects of the original AirTag

New details about DJI's first robot vacuum have surfaced online. While the DJI Romo has been rumoured to be in development for some time, it sounds fairly run-of-the-mill as things stand.

The Sony A6600 is on sale in an Amazon deal, with discounts dropping the compact APS-C camera below the $1,000 mark. The 24.2 MP A6600 makes for a powerful, compact hybrid camera, thanks to its 4K HDR video, lightning-fast AF, and in-body image stabilisation.

Nikon is offering up to $1,000 off on some of its best high-end, mid-range, and entry-level hybrid mirrorless cameras in its Black Friday-equivalent Holiday Savings sale, making them some of the best full-frame camera deals around for the time being.

CheckMag Smart fabrics come in many shapes and sizes. Some pieces of smart clothing are impregnated with various sensors for performance tracking and comfort control; other options never get sweaty or have other unique superpowers. This little article focuses on smart clothing made for women.

Bluetti has introduced the Elite 200 V2, a compact portable power station. The new gadget provides a 2,073Wh capacity with Bluetti’s Turbo fast charging; a full charge takes less than one and a half hours. The model is already available in the US at a discounted price via Bluetti’s official website.

It seems that the launch of DJI's first budget microphone package is right around the corner. According to a reliable leaker of all things DJI and beyond, the DJI Mic Mini 'is coming up real soon'. The same leaker has also reiterated release prices amid highlighting various other features too.

Casio has launched two new AE1200WH watches in the US: the AE1200WHUB-3AV and the AE1200WHUB-8AV. These latest models come with a fabric strap in various colors. Features include an expected battery life of 10 years, a world map and support for four saved time zones.

The Casio CA53WB-8B, CA53WB-1B and CA53WB-3B calculator watches are now available in the US. The wearables feature a small LCD display and a full keypad, which you can use for calculations or watch controls. The models are expected to run for up to five years and support dual time zones.

Epson has unveiled a new Expression XP-8800 photo printer in the US. The photo printer has a built-in 4.3-inch color touchscreen for easy navigation. Other features of the printer include photocopying, scanning, automatic 2-sided printing, and HD photo printing. The wireless printer is now available in the US via Epson’s official website. 

The Wooting x Optimum collaboration resulted in a legend-less keycap set matched to a gunmetal grey aluminium case with a mirror-finish accent weight and a unique mounting style that optimises for sound.

CheckMag Safer brand products were meant to combine fashion with function. These attractive little gadgets could do SOS alerts and live tracking at pretty reasonable price points. Unfortunately, the project seems to have quietly disintegrated a couple of years ago.

For those juggling multiple devices, the Anker Prime 200W Power Bank is a fast, reliable charging solution. Now at a price of $109.99 on Amazon - its lowest price - it’s perfect for staying powered up on the go.

CheckMag Epomaker's 11.11 sale is now offering up to 50% discounts on everything from custom mechanical keyboard kits to mid-range, fully customisable pre-built boards with QMK/VIA support. Unfortunately, the main sale event ends on 11 November, so deals are not long-lived.

It looks as though DJI is finally getting around to releasing a new camera gimbal. While an official launch date remains unknown for now, the Osmo Mobile 7 and two other related devices have now been certified for sale in the US.

Ricoh only just refreshed its GR III camera lineup earlier this year with the GR III HDF, and it already appears to be ramping up to launch the GR IV early next year. The two new GR IV cameras are rumoured to launch in 2025 with a new sensor as the GR IV and GR IV Monochrome. Ricoh's GR-series compact APS-C cameras have always posed the biggest threat to Fujifilm's X100 line-up, but the X100VI stepped up Fuji's game significantly.

Royal Enfield will stick to its tried-and-true modern retro formula for its electric motorcycle division, Flying Flea — at least for the first two street bikes it plans to launch. The first two motorbikes out of Flying Flea will follow the retro and scrambler formats, respectively, which Royal Enfield bills as spirited, agile, and approachable.

Anker is gearing up to launch five new USB-C-only chargers, ranging from 30W to 240W outputs, with options for multiple ports and foldable plugs. The lineup includes both compact wall chargers and a high-power desktop charger.

Amazon’s new Kindle Colorsoft e-book reader has been met with mixed reviews due to a persistent yellowish discoloration at the bottom of the display. While some users dismiss the issue as minor, others find it distracting and have returned their devices. Amazon customer service representatives have acknowledged the problem and are working on a potential software fix.

Fresh leaks reveal the DJI Mic Mini in Arctic White and Infinity Black, showcasing a sleek clip-on design with a basic 2-button interface. Priced around 69 AUD (~$ 45.3), it looks to be a budget-friendly alternative to the DJI Mic 2.

Anker’s Prime 27,650mAh 250W power bank hits a record-low price on Woot at $99.99. Ideal for fast-charging on the go, it supports up to three devices and meets TSA requirements, making it travel-ready.

The 75% Keychron Q1 HE keyboard is now available and in-stock at Best Buy with no pre-orders, group buys, or other nonsense. The Q1 HE is one of very few wireless Hall-effect gaming keyboards available, and it features Gateron dual-rail Hall-effect switches, QMK firmware, and web-based customisation for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Segway has been awarded a Best Inventions of 2024 award from TIME Magazine for its GoKart Pro 2. It is touted as far more than the average e-mobility solution in that it can also be used as a racing simulator for PC gaming when not going at up to 26.7 miles per hour. It can also convert into a detachable Ninebot hoverboard at need.

Xiaomi has made the highest-end version of its inaugural EV all but official ahead of its formal launch. The SU7 Ultra is backed to produce just over 1,500 horsepower and to go from 0 to ~62 miles per hour in less than 2 seconds thanks to its triple motor system. It also comes with high-tech components such as cutting-edge batteries and "professional racing-grade" brakes, tipped to push its starting price into six figures - and not just in RMB.

Nitecore has added another model to its EDC series, the EDC23 Saber, which is quite small, but still offers all the functions of the larger models, including a circuit breaker and status display.

A leak revealing Anker’s upcoming 5-in-1 USB-C Hub (Model A8357) details a 5Gb/s USB 3.2 port, two USB 2.0 ports, and a 4K HDMI 1.4 port. It also features a 100W USB-C input, delivering 90W to connected devices. Pricing and release details are unconfirmed.

Flashlight specialist Fenix has just launched a new model, the LDR45, that has both a status display and a zoom function. The LD45R can switch between a focused and flood beam, but is quite heavy.

The SteamOS 3.6.19 release adds more functionality to the Asus ROG Ally and moves the gyro controller driver into the kernel, outside of Steam's proprietary driver stack, suggesting that support for third-party gaming handhelds is inching closer to reality. At the same time, the Steam Deck OLED becomes more Windows-friendly.

Humane now offers the Ai Pin at a lower price tag but it has also removed some accessories. On the plus side, the device now boasts simple but key features it didn't have at launch.

Wyze's latest doorbell camera tries to help deter package theft by adding a second camera that points downwards towards your packages. There are other cool features too including a removable battery that can last up to six months.

Xiaomi's 4-in-1 dual-head splitter, now in crowdfunding, offers four USB 3.0 ports with 5Gbps speed, supports USB-A and USB-C devices, delivers 15W power output, and includes multiple safety protections. Shipping starts October 30, 2024.

iRobot has announced a new 2-in-1 Roomba Combo 2 vacuum robot. The company suggests that this is its first affordable robot, with an Autoempty dock feature that automatically empties the collected dust into its dustbin. The cleaning robot boasts up to 120 minutes of battery life on a single charge. It features a 4-stage cleaning system and voice assistant support. Alongside, the company also unveiled the Roomba Vac 2 Essential robot in North America.

Redtiger has introduced a new dash cam, the F77. The company's latest dash cam is equipped with dual Sony IMX678 sensors. The F77 is also packed with features such as HDR, night vision, 24/7 Time Lapse recording, fast wireless connections, and collision sensing, thanks to the Sony Starvis 2 pixel sensor included. The dash cam comes with built-in 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage.

Sharge's innovative RGB power bank is rated to charge compatible devices at up to 15 watts (W) with support for Qi2 wireless charging as well as MagSafe in its second generation. It is also backed to avoid overheating with an "enhanced" form of its active fan, presented in an updated, streamlined chassis that also integrates a kick-stand for the first time.

Anker's new Eufy Security SmartTrack Card E30 is a credit card-sized AirTag alternative which, thanks to its rechargeable battery, will not become electronic waste after a few years.

The major personal electronics brand Xiaomi gets into "barista-quality" tech by way of hosting the Seven & Me coffee machine on its international crowdfunding website. It is touted to pack all the equipment needed to make milk drinks as well as espresso into a single station that brews, heats and froths milk automatically.

Sony has not released any new WF-1000X or WH-1000X devices for a while now. With rumours suggesting that XM6 models may debut in early 2025, a potential WF-1000XM6 or WH-1000XM6 has now been spotted online in an early leak.

DJI has a new camera gimbal in the works. While not official just yet, the DJI RS 4 Mini has now appeared at the FCC with a bigger battery than its non-Mini sibling.

DJI is reportedly preparing to launch its first 360-degree action camera, the Osmo 360, according to a recent FCC filing leak. Likely to compete with the Insta360 X4 and GoPro Max, more details are expected soon.

As per a new leak, DJI is expected to launch the Mic Mini - a compact and affordable addition to its microphone series - following an FCC filing.

Qualcomm has officially cancelled the only currently Snapdragon Elite desktop implementation available along with any software support for the $899 mini PC. It will refund all existing pre-orders for the ARM-powered desktop, but existing owners are left in the dark. An email to buyers of the Snapdragon X Elite dev kit confirmed that the mini PC did not meet Qualcomm's expectations, and no further software support will be issued for the few buyers that have received their orders.

The kindle Oasis was last refreshed in 2019, and apparently that is the final iteration of the beloved eReader. Amazon has also revealed it is moving away from Kindles with page turn buttons.

The Kindle Paperwhite brings a larger display, faster page turns, and new colors including metallic options for the Signature Edition. On the other hand, the entry-level Kindle hasn't changed much save for a brighter screen and a new color.

Anker’s 65W USB-C Charger is now available for just $29.99, a 46% discount. With two USB-C ports, one USB-A, GaN II tech, and fast charging for multiple devices, it's compact, efficient, and travel-friendly.