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Skagen has reportedly started to push Wear OS 3 to its latest Falster Gen 6 smartwatch. However, numerous users have found that the hotly-awaited software upgrade has arrived without some features they may have expected. Furthermore, they also claim that others they had gotten used to on the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Plus-powered wearable are now gone.

The inaugural Apple Watch Ultra is now tipped to be succeeded by a newer model in 2024. Not only could this product be touted as a second-gen premium 'adventurer-grade' smartwatch, but one with the first-even display from its own manufacturer. The panel in question is said to be based on advanced microLED technology and to be the first in a long line of Apple devices with proprietary displays.

A number of iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max owners have taken to Reddit with complaints that their new top-end handset had developed the tendency to exhibit display flickering or momentary green or yellow lines on waking or booting up. Now, a blog claims to be party to new communications on the subject, and now seeks to reassure these users that these issues are fixable with a simple software update.

HP's 2-in-1 device offers an Alder Lake CPU, two Thunderbolt 4 slots, and a 3k touchscreen display (16 inches) in the more work-friendly 16:10 format. The touchscreen can be operated with the fingers as well as with the included HP Tilt Pen.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has learned that Apple is working on a touch-enabled MacBook Pro. It is expected to feature an OLED panel and could be unveiled in 2025, at the earliest.

Redmi is now rumored to bulk its Note 12 series of Android smartphones out with a new variant called the Turbo. The device is thought to owe its name to its potential to propel Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 7-series chipset to the market, allegedly rounded out with other worthwhile specs including a high-refresh-rate display, a large battery and what just might be the same rear cameras as its putative Pro sibling.

The iQOO 11 has landed on Indian shores to introduce up-to-144Hz mobile gaming driven by Qualcomm's latest flagship chipset to the market. It also packs the new top-end standard combo of LPDDRX5 RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage, for potentially faster app launching and overall performance. It will start at under US$800 to its new audience.

Volkswagen now claims that it shipped nearly 24% more electric cars to customers in 2022 compared to 2021, doubling those sent to those in China and also growing those sent to the North American market. The ID.4 was found to be responsible for most of these shipments, and was also deemed the best-selling car in one market for the second year running.

The "Ace 2" Android smartphone is tipped to launch soon as a better deal on new OnePlus hardware, albeit with a lower-end screen and slightly older SoC. Now, a new Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (or MIIT) registration has sparked further speculation that this device will launch soon, following the brand's top-end 11 onto the market with very similar looks.

Lenovo has refreshed the Yoga 9i convertible at CES 2023. The new Yoga 9i (14", 8) now features an Intel Raptor Lake-U Core i7-1360P processor, but there's no dGPU option available. Lenovo continues to offer Dolby Vision HDR OLED panels with the Yoga 9i including 4K and 2.8K options.

Lenovo is equipping the Yoga Book 9i thin and light convertibles with dual-13-inch 2.8K OLED touchscreens, up to an i7-1355U Intel Raptor Lake ULV processor, 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 1 TB NVMe SSD storage and no less than three Thunderbolt 4 ports.

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 6i and Yoga Slim 7i Carbon are now official with up to an Intel Core i7-1360p, 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1 TB NVMe SSD and 16:10 screens. They will be purchasable in March 2023, starting at EUR 1,299 for the Yoga Slim 7i Carbon.

OnePlus has made the 11 official in China, with an international debut on the way in early 2023. Its potential global fans can expect an "elegant" flagship Android smartphone with an OIS-enhanced 50MP main rear camera and a 6.7-inch OLED display with updated LTPO technology. It starts at under US$600 for a 12GB LPDDR5X RAM base model.

The 1280 x 800 photo frame has built-in motion sensing, automatic screen rotation, Wi-Fi, weather reporting, and a monaural speaker. The setup process could be simpler, however, as it directs users to an unnecessary app.

The most outstanding upgrade for this year's Zephyrus Duo 16 laptops is the Mini LED screen with superior black levels, 2560 x 1600 resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate. Asus also refreshed the configurations with AMD's latest Ryzen 7000 mobile processors and Nvidia GPUs up to an RTX 4090 mobile dGPU with 165 W TGP.

OnePlus is projected to launch an Android smartphone called the 11R that may have the same new premium design as the flagship 11, albeit with different specs. According to a well-known leaker, they may include the same main rear camera as the premium mid-range OPPO Reno9 Pro Plus. This might confer optical image stabilization (OIS) and phase-detect auto-focus (PDAF) on the device.

Xiaomi's main sub-brand Redmi has kicked the new year off with sales of the 12C in China. Its main features are far from anything new, although they come in an eye-catching new chassis in four potentially appealing colors. It starts at around US$100, albeit for lackluster specs, the best of which are a large battery, a 3.5mm jack and a 50MP main rear camera, and the worst of which one would not think would even have a place in 2023.

Ulefone describes its next upcoming IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H-rated Android smartphone as a "5G mobile photography flagship", thanks to its 108MP main camera in addition to a 120Hz FHD+ display and a large 9,600mAh battery. It will also be a brand-first "instant thermometer" smartphone on its early 2023 release.

OnePlus has spilled some more specs and features for its upcoming Android flagship smartphone ahead of its launch. They include haptics apparently upgraded with the latest technology to rival those of other premium mobile devices, as well as new software-based frame-rate enhancements. They have been officially confirmed in advance, as well as a charging update for the imminent 11.

OnePlus launched an Android smartphone called the Ace in China that also debuted globally as the 10R in 2022. Now, the brand is expected to produce a second generation in the new year. More alleged clues as to its design and specs have now emerged, suggesting that it may have much more of a flagship look that its predecessor in 2023.

According to the latest notes released by the respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is likely to launch a foldable device by 2025. It is tipped to be an iPad rather than an iPhone, although not one capable of replacing the current Mini series due to its high price. Therefore, the two products might be available as basic and higher-end options among the Cupertino giant's next-gen tablet line-up.

iQOO has made its last new smartphone of the year official today (December 29, 2022). The Neo7 Racing Edition adds the high-end ISOCELL GN5 sensor to its series, as well as the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 (8+ Gen 1) processor. It drives a large 6.78-ich 120Hz E5 AMOLED display in this device, which charges in as little as eight minutes thanks to its OEM's 120-watt (W) charging standard.

Redmi's Note 12 series of Android smartphones has been updated with a new Speed Edition for its Pro variant today (December 27, 2022). It is touted as "light", yet "performance-focused", with a well-worn mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. Then again, it has some specs in common with the new higher-end K60.

The Xiaomi Redmi K60 and K60 Pro have just gone official as the first Android smartphones of their line to launch with 30W wireless charging. They have also been accompanied by the K60E for the first time, which shares some of their better attributes, such as 2K AMOLED displays and an OIS-enhanced main rear camera.

Motorola has announced that a number of its Android smartphones, its latest Edge 30 Ultra flagship included, are available at discounts of up to 50% during its ongoing end-of-2022 sale. The event also features deals on the high-end Edge 30 Fusion, the Moto G Stylus and the already affordable Moto G Power (2022).

Honor's latest tablet has debuted with an advanced 144Hz refresh rate for its "IMAX Enhanced" display. Nevertheless, the Pad V8 Pro manages a mid-range price thanks to its Dimensity 8100 processor. It has emerged alongside a new GT version of its 80-series smartphones, with a new rear panel to go with its higher-end specs.

The RedMagic 8 Pro series is now official as the most "evolved" form of its premium Android mobile line to date. The brand asserts that the 2 new smartphones go beyond their traditional e-sports heritage with a more streamlined, "futuristic" design and rear cameras that may be taken seriously for once. Then again, the 8 Pro Plus (or Pro+) goes back to its roots somewhat with SKUs that combine its OEM's fastest charging tech and an RGB-lit active fan to help keep its new top-end processor cool.

iQOO has announced that it will provide 2022 with one of its last Android smartphone launch events of 2022. Then again, the device in question appears to be a refresh of the existing high-end Neo7. This version is slated to come with a switch to Qualcomm silicon – and, with it, an improved chance of getting onto the global market.

Meizu has officially confirmed a launch window for its new, 20-series premium Android smartphone. It seems the flagship will not arrive alone, however – it will be joined by a new dedicated audio player. The OEM claims to have developed new in-house DAC technology for the upcoming M3 variant.

RedMagic asserts that its upcoming 8 Pro series will emerge as the most "evolved" form of its premium Android gaming smartphone line on December 26, 2022. To this end, the brand is hyping its upcoming flagships with a sneak peek at their second-gen under-display camera screens. They are touted to be joined by improved internal specs, main rear cameras and speakers.

Powered by the Intel Core M3-8100Y processor and equipped with 8 GB of memory and 64 GB of rather slow eMMC storage, the Asus Chromebook Flip C434 also sports a 14-inch FHD touchscreen display. The Amazon list price of US$539.99 is now down by 52%, so those interested can grab this Chrome OS convertible for US$259.99.

The Moto G53 is Motorola's latest mid-range 5G smartphone for the Chinese market. Now, according to the latest leaks, it is going international soon, albeit with slightly different specs. They include a display and SoC replacement, although it will still have a 50MP main rear camera and Android 13 out of the box.

The Zero Ultra has launched compatible with Infinix' fastest power brick to date, not to mention a 200MP main rear camera. Now, the OEM has announced that the new Android smartphone is bringing its ThunderCharge technology with it to India. It will be made available at a "special launch price" via Flipkart later in December 2022.

Oukitel's latest rugged tablet has launched just in time for end-of-year celebrations. It has emerged as an even more portable version of its RT1 predecessor, although it debuts with more up-to-date software out of the box. It is now available with a sizeable discount off its listed retail price for a limited time.

AnTuTu Benchmark now claims to have tested a device with a model number previously linked to the OnePlus 11, and to have found that it excels in terms of performance thanks to high-end internals such as the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Meanwhile, the OEM is ramping up hype for its updated design through fresh teasers for its upcoming flagship Android smartphone.

RedMagic smartphones have often gone to extremes in presenting themselves as prime rivals to devices such as the Asus ROG Phone series from first glance. Nevertheless, the flagship Android line is set to move beyond that in its eighth generation, with a Pro model that clearly takes inspiration from flagship iPhones and possibly the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 flagships as part of a matching brand-identity update.

Lenovo has introduced a new and smaller version of its IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook as part of its CES 2023 showcase. Its 16:10 FHD IPS display is rated to stay on for up to 12 hours, thanks to its low-power OS and new Intel N-series platforms. The 2-in-1 is thus touted for easy transitions between the home office and working on the go.

The Nubia Z50 has landed on the Chinese Android flagship smartphone market with the Motorola Moto X40 right in its crosshairs, as it starts for less at the same amount RAM and internal storage paired to the latest and highest-end Qualcomm SoC. The Z50 also boasts a second-gen "custom" 35mm equivalent lens for its main rear camera, touted to outdo competitors with their fancy 1-inch sensors.

Tecno has laid claim to the launch of the first ever Android smartphone with a rear-mounted lens capable of extending and retracting like that, as the OEM notes, of a "real" camera. The Phantom X2 Pro is also presented as a premium device otherwise, with a flagship-grade 5G SoC, a large AMOLED display as part of a "dual-curved" design and 12GB of RAM.

Realme's latest addition to its new 10 series of Android smartphones is the cheapest yet - nevertheless, it starts at a once-premium amount of RAM (8GB) for well under US$200. It also packs a 5G-capable 2021 MediaTek Dimensity processor, a generous 5,000mAh battery and a 90Hz display for all of that. Then again, the 10s might not be one for fans of photography or an up-to-date OS out of the box.

Introduced in early 2022, the Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED UX582 comes with a 4K OLED touchscreen and a secondary 14-inch 4K touchscreen, Intel Core i7-12700H processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card, 16 GB LPDDR5, and a 1 TB SSD drive. With a list price of US$2,299.99 on Amazon, this ultralight notebook is now down to US$1,849.99.