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LG releases its latest TONE FREE TWS earbuds to the US market

The TONE FREE DFP8Ws (or FP8s) are the latest generation of LG TWS earbuds that come with their own UV-emitting charging case for an "auto-cleaning" feature. The OEM has announced pricing and availability for these allegedly bacte...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Aug 2021 19:36

The new Beoplay EQ TWS earphones with ANC from Bang & Olufsen. (Image: Bang & Olufsen)

Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay EQ ANC TWS earphones target the audiophile market

Fans of high-end TWS earphones with active noise cancelling now have a new choice. Bang & Olufsen has launched the Beoplay EQ which are the first TWS earphones from the company to feature ANC coupled with its signature premium sou...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Aug 2021 13:44

Pixel Buds A with their new Comply tips. (Source: Comply)

The latest Comply foam ear-tip versions are compatible with the Pixel Buds A

The latest versions of the Comply Foam TrueGrip Pro Tips 2.0 are made for Google's latest Pixel Buds A. Therefore, these TWS accessories now have third-party add-ons geared at improved fit and comfort, due to their memory foam-bas...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2021 17:18

Tiny $199 USD THX Onyx DAC USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter supports MQA rendering for on-the-go audiophiles

It's slightly pricier than other adapters of similar size, but the sleeker CNC aluminum build, LED indicators, and loud amp output make it a quality purchase.

Allen Ngo, 30 Jul 2021 21:44

The new Universal USB-C Phone Dock. (Source: Targus)

Targus and Samsung collaborate on the new DeX-enabled Universal USB type-C Phone Dock

Targus has announced a new accessory to connect an Android phone with USB type-C to the peripherals necessary for a desktop-like experience. The OEM has also announced that the Universal USB-C Phone Dock supports Samsung's DeX. Us...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2021 22:51

ZTE teases its new TWS earbuds. (Source: ZTE via Weibo)

Update | ZTE will launch new TWS earbuds alongside its upcoming Axon 30 smartphone

ZTE is scheduled to launch its new under-display camera phone, the Axon 30, on July 27, 2021. Now, the OEM has also just announced that 2 new pairs of TWS earbuds will join it on stage. The LiveBuds Pro sport the mics necessary fo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jul 2021 22:30

Sony introduces the ZV-E10, a second-gen vlogger-camera with a lens mount

Sony has built on the success of the ZV-1 with a new E10 variant. Unlike its predecessor in vlogging- and streaming-friendly features, it has an APS-C sensor, as well as E-mount lens compatibility this time around. However, it ret...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jul 2021 17:13

The ear (1) TWS earbuds. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing makes its ear (1) buds official

Following an extensive series of teasers, the Carl Pei-run start-up Nothing has formally launched its inaugural ear (1) TWS earbuds, thereby also finally revealing the peripherals' design and specs for the first time. They are to ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jul 2021 18:01

Xiaomi has globally launched five new smart products to its AIoT range. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi globally launches the Mi Electric Scooter 3, Mi Router AX9000, Redmi Buds 3 Pro, Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27, and the Mi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L

Xiaomi has globally launched five AIoT products as part of its Smart Living for Everyone event. The announced items were the Mi Router AX9000, Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27, Mi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L, Redmi Buds 3 Pro, and the Mi Electric...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Jul 2021 22:50

Nokia jumps back into the feature-phone market with the new 110 4G

The Nokia 110 4G is this HMD Global brand's latest button-phone, released to the Indian market today (July 24, 2021). As the name suggests, it has 4G/LTE connectivity despite its basic feature-device nature. Besides that, it won't...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2021 19:36

The Sony HT-A7000 will retail for £1,195, or €1,341 in the Eurozone. (Image source: Sony)

Sony HT-A7000: New flagship soundbar presented with HDMI 2.1, Dolby Atmos and AirPlay 2

Sony's latest soundbar packs plenty of features, including HDMI 2.1, Dolby Atmos and AirPlay 2. Hence, the HT-A7000 could be an excellent option for pairing with a PlayStation 5 or an Xbox Series X without compromising on sound.

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2021 01:41

The new Galaxy Unpacked show is finally official. (Source: Samsung)

Update | Galaxy Unpacked, unleashed: Samsung sets an August 2021 date for the launch of its latest premium devices

The Galaxy Z Fold3 and Flip3 are just 2 of the most keenly awaited new Samsung devices rumored to launch in the third quarter of 2021. Now, the OEM has finally chosen a date for this event. It has confirmed earlier tips that the e...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2021 00:17

The ear (1) charging case. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing teases its ear (1) buds with a charging-case design reveal

The new tech start-up Nothing is slated to launch its inaugural product, the ear (1) TWS buds, on July 27, 2021. However, it has chosen to share some details on the peripherals' charging case ahead of this event. Not that there is...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2021 23:51

The QuietComfort 45 look an awful lot like the QC35 II, pictured. (Image source: Bose)

Bose QuietComfort 45 design leaks with minor changes compared to the QuietComfort 35 II

The FCC has revealed the design of the QuietComfort 45, Bose's long-awaited successor to the QC35 II. The QC45 features minor external changes compared to its predecessor, including removing micro-USB charging and a new colourway.

Alex Alderson, 20 Jul 2021 17:08

Sony launches its latest Glass Sound Speaker, the LSPX-S3

Sony has debuted the LSPX-S3 as the latest in its line of Glass Sound Speakers. Like its predecessors, it can blend "seamlessly" into any home's decor due to its ability to mimic a lamp with its candle-effect LEDs, visible through...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:53

The SIGNATURE OLED R is now available in the US. (Source: LG)

LG releases its "unprecedented" rollable TV to the US market at an extensive price

The SIGNATURE OLED R is a first-gen rollable TV, and as such incorporates cutting-edge technology in order to come in a completely new, motor-powered form-factor. However, its novel features come at a sky-high price, as US custome...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:09

The unique design of Apple's AirPods is popular with customers and also with fraudsters (Image: Miguel Angel Avila)

U.S. customs seizes Apple AirPods and other wireless headphones worth US$62 million

The incredible popularity of Apple's AirPods has apparently led to an increase in the number of counterfeit headphones that are making their way from Asia to markets around the world. The United States Customs and Border Protectio...

Enrico Frahn, 18 Jul 2021 17:38

Mobvoi's new digital recorder. (Source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi launches an AI-powered digital voice recorder

Mobvoi's latest product is a dedicated voice recorder pitched at a professional market. The OEM asserts that it is enhanced with "dual-mic" noise-cancelling for clarity in voice-capture during meetings. It is also equipped with a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 18:09

The YH-L700A headphones. (Source: Yamaha)

Yamaha's latest on-ear headphones launch with ANC and 3D Sound Field technology

Yamaha claims to have drawn on decades of experience with enhancing 2-channel audio at the home-theater level to develop 3D Sound Field for its new YH-L700A headphones. It focuses on adapting to the wearer's head movements to keep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jul 2021 23:38

Renders of the Apple headset based on a leaked artist impression. (Image: Antonio De Rosa)

Rumor: Apple to introduce Apple Glass AR at WWDC 2022 with new companion iPod

Renowned tech evangelist Robert Scoble has posted a tweet claiming that Apple’s long-awaited Apple Glass AR headset is due to make its first appearance at WWDC 2022. It will be joined by a new iPod that is said to be integral to t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Jul 2021 11:47

Edifier launches its first-gen Hi-Res-certified TWS earbuds through Indiegogo

Edifier asserts that its NeoBuds Pro are a world first, in that they are TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC) and an official Hi-Res certification for sound quality and immersion. The new accessories also have an excep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2021 22:08

Nothing teases its ear (1) buds..sort of. (Source: Twitter)

Nothing reveals its inaugural TWS earbuds' pricing ahead of their launch

Carl Pei's new start-up, Nothing, will finally put a product to its name later in July 2021. It has just let the starting price for this product, a pair of TWS earbuds called ear (1), slip prior to this event. Meanwhile, its found...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2021 19:21

Could the "Buds2" really have ANC? (Source: 91Mobiles)

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 might have ANC after all: new leak

It is thought that Samsung will introduce new TWS earbuds called the Galaxy Buds2 alongside other products such as the Galaxy Z Fold3 later in 2021. These accessories have been painted as mid-tier devices due to their rumored lack...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2021 14:48

Sony's can be quite quirky at times with its product design as its new Neckband Speaker show. (Image: Sony)

Weird Sony strikes again with new SRS-NB10 wearable shoulder speakers

Sony has launched its latest set of speakers, but they aren’t what you might expect. Its new SRS-NB10 is a wearable stereo speaker that sits on a user’s shoulders that have been targeted at the work from home market, but are also ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Jul 2021 12:43

The FCC approves new Dizo button-phones. (Source: FCC via GSMArena)

Update | Realme will launch its first-ever button-phones soon under its new Dizo brand

Dizo is Realme's first spin-off under its new TechLife smart product ecosystem. This branding has been spotted on 2 new feature phones, rumored to be called the Star 500 and 300. With removable batteries to power their tiny screen...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2021 15:43

LG updates the self-cleaning TONE FREE earbuds with Bluetooth 5.2 and up to 24 hours of battery life

LG's TONE FREE accessories stand out in the TWS earbud market with their "UVnano" charging case, rated to kill up to 99.9% of all in-ear bacteria while they charge. Their latest generation also re-introduce a Meridian Audio collab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jul 2021 14:01

The Sony Xperia 1 III pre-order bundle offer features audio accessories from the XM3 range. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Sony Xperia 1 III bundle offer comes with in-ear or over-ear XM3 headphones depending on market while frosted purple is teased for US buyers

Sony has revealed an Xperia 1 III pre-order bundle that offers the premium smartphone along with a set of in-ear or over-ear XM3 headphones depending on the market. Along with that, it appears prospective buyers in the US might be...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Jul 2021 11:04

The new Mi Notebook X Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi unveils the Mi Notebook X Pro with an OLED screen, Tiger Lake-H35 chipsets and up to RTX 3050 Ti graphics

Xiaomi has launched its newest "extra-pro" laptop in China. The 15.6-inch Mi Notebook X Pro has an OLED display of a 3.5K (3456 x 2160) resolution, driven by Intel 11th-gen Core i5 or i7 processors and up to 4GB RTX 3050 Ti GPUs. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2021 15:27

A fresh Galaxy Buds2 render. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung Galaxy Buds2: a new leak purports to reveal the TWS earbuds' price ahead of launch

Samsung's next TWS earbuds are predicted to launch as the Galaxy Buds2. Now, a new leak may reveal their starting price ahead of their launch. The new alleged detail might put them squarely in the middle tier of their market.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2021 21:48

Nothing teases its upcoming ear (1) buds. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing announces a launch date for its inaugural ear (1) TWS buds

Carl Pei's latest tech start-up Nothing has just set a date for the launch of its first-ever product. The ear (1) TWS earphones are now set to debut on July 27, 2021. The new OEM asserts that they will offer a "pure sound experien...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2021 15:09

The new 11-inch Yoga Tab. (Source: Lenovo)

MWC 2021 | The Lenovo Yoga Tab 11 is an interesting new mid-range prospect in the Android slate market

Lenovo has unveiled the premium Yoga Tab 13 at MWC 2021; now, it is time for its 11-inch counterpart to take the same stage. This device has many design features in common with the higher-end slate, although its 2K display is 15:9...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2021 06:00

A new Galaxy Buds2 render. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Rumor | The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 will launch at MWC 2021 in a new color

Samsung is now touted to add a new color to its TWS earbud spectrum at the ongoing Mobile World Congress of 2021, according to an "exclusive" 91Mobiles leak. The blog claims that the "Galaxy Buds2" will be available in a relativel...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jun 2021 14:59

Honor may release new laptops soon. (Source: Honor)

Honor applies to trademark what might be its first-gen foldable and much more in China

Honor has already confirmed that the Magic sub-brand will be updated with a flagship Android phone soon. A new leak suggests that the OEM also has a foldable phablet and clamshell in the works that will also launch under this name...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jun 2021 16:14

Some new Lenovo Go accessories. (Source: Lenovo)

MWC 2021 | Lenovo adds an upright mouse, a split keyboard and a number-pad to its wireless accessory arsenal

The Lenovo Go series of remote-work-focused accessories is expanding at MWC 2021 to include new and arguably thoughtful peripherals for those who have come to rely on PCs such as ultrabooks in professional capacities. They include...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2021 20:17

Nothing announces a new partnership. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing announces its plan to launch its first-gen TWS earbuds through Selfridges in the UK

Carl Pei's latest start-up Nothing has announced that it will release its first products, the "innovative" ear (1) TWS earbuds, in the summer of 2021. Now, it has also revealed that it has secured a partnership with the high-end ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2021 23:09

A Nothing concept device. (Source: Nothing)

Carl Pei reveals that the inaugural Nothing TWS earbud launch has been postponed

OnePlus' co-founder Carl Pei has followed the launch of his new start-up Nothing with an announcement for that of its inaugural product, the ear (1) true-wireless stereo (TWS) devices, in June 2021. However, it seems the buds will...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jun 2021 17:04

The Beats Studio Buds is more affordable than the AirPods Pro while retaining many of the latter's features. (Image source: Apple)

Beats Studio Buds launch as a cheaper alternative to the AirPods Pro with ANC and USB Type-C charging

Apple has released an alternative to its popular AirPods Pro, this time under its Beats brand. The Beats Studio Buds is not only cheaper than the AirPods Pro, but it also has a USB Type-C port on its charging case. The Beats Studi...

Alex Alderson, 14 Jun 2021 21:01

The Studio Buds' only render to date. (Source: Twitter)

Rumor | The Beats Studio Buds will launch "imminently" and cost around US$150

Apple's next personal audio devices are projected to come from the Beats brand and to be called the Studio Buds. The prolific leaker Jon Prosser now asserts that these TWS earbuds will cost no more than US$150 and may launch very ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 14:50

A 2022 Sony Xperia flagship smartphone could have an under-display camera. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Sony teases potential Xperia 1 IV with under-display camera in WF-1000XM4 ads

Sony may have teased the design and innovation of a future Xperia 1 IV smartphone in recent adverts for its WF-1000XM4 headphones. In at least three promo clips, users of the new noise-cancelling headphones can be seen accessing a...

Daniel R Deakin, 13 Jun 2021 11:45

Razer's latest Opus wireless headphones drop THX branding for a reduced starting price

Razer has launched the new Opus X headphones via its own website. These new wireless accessories have emerged as a new mid-range variant of their series, compared to the original Opus cans. They support active noise cancellation (...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jun 2021 14:43

The Midnight Blue model will cost as much as the Black and Silver models do. (Image source: Sony)

Sony refreshes the WH-1000XM4 in a Midnight Blue colourway

Sony has added to the colour options in which it already sold the WH-1000XM4. From the middle of this month, the company will begin selling its latest over-ear headphones in Midnight Blue, which also has gold accents. The Midnight...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jun 2021 14:15

The Beats Studio Buds appear in NCC testing. (Source: NCC via MacRumors)

Apple's Beats Studio Buds pop by Taiwan's NCC ahead of their launch

Apple's 'other' personal audio brand, Beats, is projected to release its next product, a pair of TWS earphones, soon. Now, a new leak indicates that they have picked up NCC clearance for sale in Taiwan, suggesting they are not too...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jun 2021 21:14

Schenker launches the Vision 14, a light new 16:10 ultrabook with 3K display options and expandable RAM/storage

The Schenker Vision 14 is a new entrant into the ~14-inch, 16:10 display thin-and-light laptop market. This fresh option has magnesium alloy in its construction, as well as Tiger Lake CPUs and 3K/90Hz panels in some configurations...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2021 16:26

Razer's latest Hammerhead TWS X earbuds are targeted at gamers and feature a 60 ms low latency gaming mode. (Image: Razer)

Razer True Wireless X earbuds are targeted at mobile gamers with Google Fast Pairing support and low latency

Razer has launched its latest Hammerhead True Wireless earbuds. The new Hammerhead TWS X earbuds are targeted at mobile gamers and feature the latest connectivity for quick pairing and low latency.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Jun 2021 13:16

The WF-1000XM4 is the first pair of WF-1000X earbuds in nearly two years. (Image source: Sony)

The Sony WF-1000XM4 launches with some exciting features and an inflated price tag

Sony has lifted the lid on the WF-1000XM4, the follow-up to 2019's WF-1000XM3. The WF-1000XM4 contains many innovations, including LDAC support, a new V1 SoC and a charging case that supports Qi wireless charging. The WF-1000XM4 i...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jun 2021 18:44

Apple Music's new lossless, Dolby Atmos spatial audio and 24-bit hi-res tiers are rolling out. (Image: Apple)

Apple Music lossless, Dolby Atmos spatial audio and 24-bit hi-res audio tracks go live

Apple has rolled out its eagerly anticipated lossless and spatial audio tiers to Apple Music. The server-end update brings lossless 16-bit CD-quality to Apple Music for the first time along with spatial audio with some tracks also...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Jun 2021 11:39

The Mission Battery Base. (Source: Mission Accessories)

A new accessory to make the HomePod Mini wireless debuts via crowdfunding

Have you ever wanted to carry your HomePod Mini around with its audio still playing in the process? Now you might be able to, should Mission Accessories get its new Kickstarter campaign funded. It claims that its new Battery Base ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jun 2021 16:08

Google makes the Pixel Buds A official for US$99

Google has formally launched its latest TWS earbuds, albeit as effectively cut-down versions of its original Pixel Buds for $100 less than their original price. Therefore, the new A variants' design is much unchanged from their pr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2021 22:12

Huawei launches the FreeBuds 4 as comfort-focused, ANC TWS earbuds

Huawei describes its latest FreeBuds 4 as high-sound-quality TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC). They are also pitched as particularly comfortable earphones, due to their light build and design. They are rated for up...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 17:20

Sony will reveal the WF-1000XM4 on June 8, or June 9 for those living in Japan. (Image source: WinFuture)

Sony WF-1000XM4 release date set as European retailer pricing leaks

The replacement for the WF-1000XM3 is edging closer to release. Sony has finally alluded to when it will be announcing the WF-1000XM4, but a Slovakian retailer has already revealed how much the TWS earbuds will cost in Europe.

Alex Alderson, 02 Jun 2021 15:26