Gadget

A renowned leaker has shared European pricing for the Mini 4 Pro, DJI's next sub-250 g drone. Reportedly, the DJI Mini 4 Pro will be available from €799, while its Fly More Combo could cost as much as €1,129.

Laptops with secondary displays are a fast-emerging niche of the PC market, and are, according to the latest market analysis, particularly valued by gamers for their multi-tasking potential. Their demand is projected to enjoy a steady upward trajectory over the next four years, driving the worth of their segment up by over half a billion dollars in the process.

Volkswagen describes its latest concept car as "an all-electric sports limousine" with nearly double the power of the current ID.7 Pro. Its Performance-oriented prototype counterpart also boasts a lot of carbon in its exterior and a lot of red in its trim and interior. The sedan's chassis has also been re-designed for extra agility and responsiveness on the road.

Kandao has just launched the QooCam 3, a 360° camera directly competing with the Insta360 X3 and GoPro Max but with a considerably larger 1/1.55” sensors than either, as well as a wider lens aperture of f1.6. It also claims to match most other features of the X3, at least on paper, but at a lower price of US$349.

1More has released earphones with triple- and quad-driver set-ups - however, the OEM is truly reaching for audiophile appeal with a new generation of five drivers in total. The P50s also boast "premium materials" such as an aluminum alloy casing and OFC wire for their detachable cable. They are touted to deliver "the most authentic and immersive listening experience possible" via a 3.5mm jack.

GKD is preparing to launch the Pixel, a 2-inch gaming handheld that will serve as an Anbernic RG Nano competitor. Allegedly launching next month, the GKD Pixel will be available in six colour options and should be much smaller than something like a Miyoo Mini.

DJI appears to be in the final stages of developing a new set of compact drones. Not only has the company prepared the Mini 4 Pro, but it also seems that it has developed the Mini 4, likely a cheaper alternative to its Pro counterpart.

Polaroid has just launched the I-2, a premium analog instant camera with manual controls and high-quality components, geared for serious photography. The I-2 features a sharper, high-quality lens and LiDAR for continuous autofocus. It is now available for US$599.

A product page on the Xiaomi global website has appeared for the Robot Vacuum E10C. The smart home device can vacuum and mop floors with up to 3,500 Pa suction power and various water flow settings. Other features include a 110-minute runtime, voice commands and voice updates on cleaning progress.

The Xiaomi Mijia Instant Hot Water Purifier Q1000 is now available to pre-order in China. The smart home gadget can heat and purify water, with instant heating technology delivering 1L of boiling water each minute. Other features include a touch display on the faucet and app controls.

KJM has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the K3 projector. The 1080p device has up to 1,500 ANSI lumens brightness and a maximum image size of 200-in (~508 cm). Other features include integrated JBL speakers, pre-installed HD Netflix and wireless screen-casting from a mobile device.

GoPro has just launched the Hero 12 Black for pre-order at US$399.99, with shipping starting on September 13. New features include HDR in videos and photos, improved video stabilization, audio recording from bluetooth earbuds and mics, and 2x longer continuous recording. Launched alongside it is the Max Lens Mod 2.0 for the Hero 12, with an ultra-wide 177° FOV.

Dreame has unveiled its Roboticmower A1 at IFA 2023. The robot uses the OmniSense Ultra sensor system with 3D LiDAR to navigate your lawn and avoid eleven types of obstacles. The device is suitable for gardens up to 2,000 m² (~21,528 ft²) in size with various modes and app controls.

Airseekers has unveiled the Tron-One, a robot lawn mower, which will soon begin crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The model uses five cameras to navigate your garden with a removable RTK module. Plus, the robot has an unusual vacuum and chop system to return grass clippings to your lawn as fertilizer.

AYANEO has released a new teaser for the FLIP, its first clamshell foldable. Supposedly 'coming soon', the AYANEO FLIP will feature 'astonishing performance' and looks rather different to the device shown in earlier teasers.

AOHi has announced a new power bank rated to re-charge connected devices at up to 140W via USB type-C. The Starship is also rated to charge itself at the same blazing-fast rate, and at the same time if necessary. It is touted to pack a capacity of 40,000mAh in a "stunning cyberpunk-inspired" chassis, and has enjoyed a very successful launch on Kickstarter thus far.

AYANEO has finally launched the KUN, a Steam Deck alternative on account of its similar input methods and gamepad buttons. The AYANEO KUN has a larger 8.4-inch display though, as well as a 75 Wh battery, an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU and up to 64 GB of RAM.

The BP2000 is Oukitel's first portable power station that can be expanded with its own add-on batteries, for a total capacity estimated at up to 16,384Wh. The portable power station core is rated to pack 2,084Wh on its own, with an output of up to 2,200W thanks to its inbuilt AC outlets. The BP2000 is also compatible with up-to-1000W solar panels for an off-the-grid power supply solution.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Graphene Baseboard Heater 2 in China. The new model has up to 2,200W power, heating your room to temperatures up to 28°C (~82°F). You can control the device with a touch panel, voice commands or the Xiaomi app, with a built-in thermostat automatically switching the gadget off when the room reaches your desired temperature.

TCL's IFA 2023 booth is replete with unusual and cutting-edge display technology, including the latest CSOT prototypes hinting at a future with devices such as 17-inch foldable laptops. The first-gen NXTPAPER display smartphones, on the other hand, are market-ready, touted to deliver the most eye health-friendly, non-glossy experience in a sub-7-inch form-factor for the first time.

Infinix pitches its latest Zero-series device as the ideal Android smartphone for those most interested in front-facing camera footage, thanks to an unusually high-res selfie camera. It is touted as capable of "flagship"-grade 4K recording, and is set into a "unique" and "beautifully curved" AMOLED display with a competitive 144Hz refresh rate. The 30 5G is also rated to extend its RAM to as much as 21GB thanks to its Android 13-based, ChatGPT-capable UI.

Ulefone has now set more details on its upcoming Armor 23 Ultra out on the IFA 2023 show floor. It is touted as its OEM's first-gen satellite messaging-capable Android device - however, it is now also slated to pack three 50MP cameras in total, not to mention a 120Hz display and the same "Super Fast" charging specs as the Xiaomi 13 Pro. Nevertheless, Ulefone has now also revealed that it will not cost nearly as much on its release to the European market.

Visionox has reportedly demonstrated a new display that, despite having rounded corners, could also have extra-thin bezels on at least three sides. The prototype panel may also boast advanced refresh rate and dimming specs, yet conserve power thanks to on-trend LTPO technology. It is said to debut in the successor to an Android smartphone currently being displayed at IFA 2023.

Dangbei has introduced the Atom, a laser projector that is said to weigh just 1.27 kg. Reportedly also measuring 19.5 x 19.5 x 4.74 cm, the Dangbei Atom will be capable of creating up to 180-inch images at 1080p while running Google TV with Chromecast, Hey Google and Play Store support.

Tecno has brought color-changing technology to laptops at IFA 2023 with the Dazzling Edition of the MegaBook S1. The concept device is joined by its T1 sibling, now slated to bring its own pop of color to 14-inch business-class notebooks soon. The PCs are joined by Tecno's latest smartphones, the cutting-edge Phantom V Fold and distinctive Camon 20 Premier included.

The GPD Win Mini is almost here after a long wait. According to the company, the Win Mini will be orderable from next week, starting at US$699 with an AMD Ryzen 5 7640U APU, 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. GPD has now added a top tier 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB SSD option too.

Nintendo has now revealed a Mario Red Edition version of the Switch - OLED Model. As rumours suggested, the Switch - OLED Model Mario Red Edition will be available this October, shortly before the arrival of the forthcoming Super Mario Bros. Wonder game.

Jabra is now offering the Elite 8 Active, a US$50 cheaper option than the new Elite 10. The Jabra Elite 8 Active combines 6 mm drivers with up to 14 hours of battery life, or 8 hours with ANC enabled. The Elite 8 Active offers IP68 certification too, among other features.

Jabra has now unveiled the Elite 10, its latest pair of high-end earbuds. Available for US$249.99 in five colours, the Elite 10 support spatial audio through Dolby Head Tracking, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and Bluetooth Multipoint.

Baseus has arrived in Berlin ahead of the formal start date of IFA 2023 with the latest additions to its power and charging accessory portfolio. They include new additions to the popular Blade power bank series, as well as an "Ultra Fast Charging" new desktop charger with GaN technology. There are also fresh MagPro and "Let's C" gadgets that might be best suited to the upcoming iPhone 15 series.

Tecno seeks to demonstrate that rollable smartphones are now closer to becoming a thing with the new Phantom Ultimate. The new prototype is capable of expanding its ~6.5-inch display into one of over 7 inches in diagonal length with "industry-leading unrolling speed" thanks to a range of engineering breakthroughs. It also supports more familiar, potentially welcome, specs such as a 1–120Hz refresh rate and an always-on display (AOD) mode.

The Meteorish TJD T101 is now available to back on Indiegogo. Equipped with a 10.1-inch display and a 60 Wh battery, the TJD T101 comes with either the Ryzen 5 7640U or Ryzen 7 7840U and at least 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD.

The Roborock Zeo One washer dryer has been unveiled. The machine has features like ZeoCycle low-temperature drying, reducing damage to your clothes, auto-dosing and automatic lint removal. You can also control the device with an accompanying app or voice commands.

Roborock has revealed the new Q8 Max series robot vacuum cleaners. The models feature the DuoRoller brush and Reactive Tech obstacle avoidance technology, previously only seen on more expensive models. Plus, the Q8 Max+ comes with a self-emptying docking station for up to seven weeks of hands-free cleaning.

The Roborock Q5 Pro and Q5 Pro+ vacuum cleaners have been revealed before their release later this year. The gadgets feature a DuoRoller brush for a deeper clean and up to 5,500 Pa suction power. Other features include PreciSense LiDAR navigation, app controls and voice commands.

Analogue has announced a new version of the Analogue Pocket. Available in a few days, the new Analogue Pocket utilises luminescent plastic to glow in the dark without increasing power consumption. The Analogue Pocket Glow in the Dark will be a strictly limited edition affair and will retail for US$249.99.

Shargeek, the maker of distinctive 'cyberpunk' power accessories such as the Storm 2 power bank, has announced that it will operate under the updated brand name of Sharge going forward. By any name, its transparent-esthetic, tech enthusiast-friendly design DNA is still expressed in its upcoming take on the MagSafe power bank, touted as the first of its kind to boast (visible) active cooling.

Huawei has now added a vanilla model to its new Mate 60 series of flagship smartphones in China. It boasts the same XMAGE rear cameras, two-way satellite messaging support and new metal-chassis design as its Pro sibling, albeit with a smaller 120Hz LTPO OLED display. It also has the smaller battery of the two, although the plain 60 retains the same wireless charging specs.

Powkiddy is now selling the RGB30, a 145 x 86.5 x 18 mm and 207 g gaming handheld powered by a Rockchip RK3566 chipset and 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. The Powkiddy RGB30 also has a 720p display and a 4,100 mAh battery, among other features.

The Xiaomi Mijia Magnetic Reading Light is now crowdfunding via Youpin. The lamp has up to 150 lumens brightness and comes with an adjustable magnetic stand, allowing you to adjust the angle of the light. Plus, you can adjust the brightness of the battery-powered lamp to suit your needs.

The Hookii Neomow X and Neomow X Pro robot lawn mowers are now crowdfunding at Kickstarter. The gadgets start from US$1,199, with the campaign gathering over 700 backers to date. Features of the front-wheel drive robots include LiDAR navigation, Wi-Fi connectivity and app controls.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Sweeping Robot 3 in China. The new model is cheaper than its predecessor, the Mijia Sweeping Robot 2 and the recently released Mijia Sweeping Robot 3S. Despite its lower price, the device still has 4,000 Pa suction power, vibration mopping and Mijia smart home integration.

Roborock has launched the P10 Pro robot vacuum cleaner in China. The device brings many new features, including an Apple Watch quick launch tool and offline voice commands. The robot has a self-cleaning docking station with a higher dynamic mop washing temperature of 60°C (~140°F).

Huawei's supposedly upcoming Mate 60 series is thought to stick with the classics in terms of design in 2023. Then again, it is also thought to come with a new type of screen that adopts the Apple Dynamic Island trend in earnest for the first time. The latest pre-launch renders associated with the devices hints that it is exclusive to the highest-end variant, however.

Samsung is said to have updated its second-gen smart tracker to premium ultra-wide band (UWB) connectivity and a larger, possibly more user-friendly, form-factor. Its latest leak purports to confirm this design change as well as an approximate date for the accessory's launch. The "Galaxy SmartTag 2" is now also slated to come in limited color SKUs and multi-pack options on its debut.

AGM has unveiled its latest mobile phone as the M8 Flip, a device that, unlike most of the OEM's devices with its 'threefold' rugged attributes, is capable of folding along a hinge. It has the edge on the average traditional clamshells with what might be the loudest speaker of its class, integrated into a round cover display.

Honor has already debuted one foldable Android smartphone in 2023 - now, it is projected to release another before the end of the year. Then again, this new model may not be an iterative upgrade for the OEM's flagship, but rather one with downgraded specs and maybe even a different form-factor this time around. If so, it might turn out much more like a certain Huawei device than the current "thinnest ever" Magic V2 flagship.

SwitchBot has launched the Curtain 3. The new smart curtain opening and closing robot works with regular curtains on different rail types. Features of the latest model include Matter compatibility and a more powerful and quieter motor.