Gadget

The clinical trial for BiVACOR's innovative artificial heart has reached a stage in which it is being tested in human patients. The synthetic vital organ replacement, which incorporates magnetic levitation (or MAGLEV) technology to keep a user's blood pumping, has been successfully implanted at a Texas research center.

New footage showing the DJI Air 3S has leaked online. This time, a close-up showing the drone's underside has also been posted that has sparked speculation about the potential camera and obstacle avoidance upgrades that are planned for the DJI Air series.

Modders YveltalGriffin and Wesk have created the Kawaii, a miniaturized Wii console that fits on a keychain. The project began with the desire to create a Wii even smaller than the GC Nano. Undervolting and Thundervolt integration allowed for passive cooling and a compact design. The Kawaii features a dedicated dock, various color options, and plays classic Wii games digitally.

Sharp unveiled the M Series projectors, their second collaboration with NEC. Designed for budget-conscious buyers, the M Series have a laser light source and DLP tech for minimal maintenance and long life. Sustainability is a major focus here, with a compact design, ECO Mode, and reduced packaging waste. The M Series claims to provide a user-friendly experience for the consumer.

Leakers have showcased footage of another unreleased DJI drone. Reportedly, the video showcases the DJI Air 3S, likely a cheaper alternative to the DJI Mavic 4 that is also rumoured to be in development.

The Google TV Streamer will succeed the Chromecast with Google TV (4K). It will also ditch the dongle form factor for a set-top box design and ship with a somewhat different remote.

Astell & Kern, under its Activo brand, has just launched its most affordable portable digital audio player yet, the Activo P1. The P1 sports a 4.1 inch touchscreen and is capable of streaming from popular music services over Wi-Fi, with a balanced audio out option and Bluetooth 5.3. Price at launch is $440/£399/€420.

Xbox has shown off a second Marvel-themed controller. It will prominently feature Wolverine's rear end, matching the Deadpool controlller's aesthetic.

JSAUX has announced a Lite version of its innovative, foldable portable monitor. It is now the most affordable variant of its line-up, and is also the first version of the FlipGo in which its dual screens are 15.6 inches in diagonal length. Then again, there are some compromises relative to its higher-end Pro siblings.

DJI has released plenty of drones of late. However, it has left its action camera series untouched since the introduction of the Action 4. Based on new information, the company will soon release not just the Action 5, but also a superior Action 5 Pro.

Fujifilm X100VI buyers are reportedly complaining that Amazon has cancelled their pre-orders after months of waiting. This is not the first sign of a supply shortage for the X100VI, with eBay listings for the Fujifilm X100VI previously exceeding double the camera's MSRP. Other retailers report delivery dates months in the future.

Near-field communication (NFC) is the technology that allows a number of mobile devices worldwide to support things like paying wirelessly, boarding public transport and even control some smart home gadgets wirelessly. However, it can fail if the user somehow suddenly can't angle and line their device up perfectly with a reader. Infinix purports to change all that with a new, advanced, 720° form of NFC.

The recently announced Xbox x Deadpool limited edition controller went viral because of its unique, prominent backside. An unofficial video posted on bilibili.com clarified that the backside attachment is removable, connected to the controller via magnets.

Xiaomi may not have released the Mijia Smart Audio Glasses outside China. However, it is now possible to purchase Xiaomi's smart glasses globally through a popular importer for just over $100 in multiple styles.

New leaks from a popular Weibo leaker named Digital Chat Station just revealed many details of the Redmi K70 Ultra Extreme Edition ahead of launch. The device will have multiple variants going from a 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM configuration to a 24GB RAM + 1TB configuration.

Recent Fujifilm camera rumours seemed to hint at the return of the X-A camera line-up as a mid-range EVF-less compact APS-C vlogging camera. Instead, a new leak claims to confirm the existence of a more premium X-M5 with the same retro looks as the X100VI and video chops to outperform the rangefinder-style compact camera.

A rumor indicates the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series will be unveiled in October with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC expected to power most editions of the high-end tablet.

The tinyPod is a case for the Apple Watch with a unique scroll wheel that works with the Watch crown. Available in a non-scroll-wheel option as well, the tinyPod intends to help users curb social media habits while still being connected to the essential apps they need. Its size can be customized as per the Apple Watch, and is priced at $79.99, while the tinyPod lite is available for $29.99.

Canon officially launched the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II mirrorless cameras today. The EOS R1 boasts a new autofocus system, exceptional speed, and robust weather sealing, while the EOS R5 Mark II offers a powerful sensor, high-resolution video recording, and improved low-light autofocus. Both cameras are expected to be available in the US in Fall 2024 (EOS R1) and August 2024 (EOS R5 Mark II) starting at $6,299 and $4,299 respectively.

Similar to its Fire TV Stick + Luna Controller game streaming bundle, Amazon is now selling a Fire TV Stick 4K and Xbox Controller bundle for those who wish to get on the Xbox game streaming service. Although, availability seems to be limited to select regions.

Sandisk's 1.5 TB micro SD card has received a substantial price cut on Amazon. Prime members can buy it for $83.59 while non-members will have to pay $87.99

Canon's EOS R1 and R5 Mark II cameras are set to be unveiled on July 17th, 2024. Leaked images offer a peek at the designs, with the R5 Mark II featuring an attachable cooling grip. Rumors suggest the R5 Mark II may have a 45-megapixel stacked sensor and faster burst rates compared to the original R5. More details on both cameras, including pricing and shipping info, are expected during Canon's live presentation at 6:00 a.m. EDT.

Nubia Technology has provided more details about its upcoming flagship device — the Nubia Redmagic 9S Pro. This includes information regarding the charging speed, battery capacity, and cooling system. Update: pricing, availability, and more details added.

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Baseus is recalling several power banks. The affected models can overheat, which can result in fires in the worst case scenario. Owners are advised to stop using them immediately and contact the manufacturer.

DJI's latest firmware update for the Osmo Mobile 6 and SE introduces a handy (and decidedly cool) new feature: one can now use an Apple Watch as a remote control for the smartphone gimbals, even allowing one to view the camera feed. The update also improves stabilisation with ActiveTrack 6.0.

The Chargeasap Flash Pro Plus is a power bank with graphene batteries and up to 100W wired charging via one of its USB-C ports - now, it has a new version compatible with MagSafe devices. Its wireless charging is thus upgraded to a top speed of 15W and a magnetic ring with potentially improved reliability.

A tentative early leak suggests that Fujifilm will soon launch another video-centric camera similar to the X-S20. A rumoured spec sheet claims a 26.1 MP sensor and 7-axis IBIS, however video specifications are a step above the Fujifilm X-S20. With no word on naming, hints in the spec sheet and release date point to a premium replacement for the affordable Fujifilm X-A7 camera.

Apple AirTags can currently be tracked much more reliably than Google's 'Find my Device' tracker. The Android developer has now officially confirmed that this is not just a question of time, but is also due to Google's privacy concerns.

Samsung's newest Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are now official. Both are largely identical, with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro sporting a larger battery and better audio quality.

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Watch 7 in two flavours: 40 mm and 44 mm. Both come with an AMOLED screen, the company's newest Exynos W1000 SoC and BioActive sensor.

A new leak pictures an upcoming camera from GoPro, and the form factor suggests a new GoPro Max 2 360-degree camera may be the action camera brand's next launch. It is also, however, possible that the new GoPro camera will be an FPV drone unit.

Insta360 has just launched the Flow Pro smartphone gimbal, the first of its kind to integrate with Apple’s subject-tracking DockKit technology. This means it can shoot on the native iPhone camera app, as well as 200+ third-party iOS apps. It also adds infinite pan, or full 360° rotation, on top of existing AI based tracking and stabilisation features.

On sale for the equivalent of roughly $59 since yesterday, via Sanko's official online store, directly managed stores, and various third parties, this new backpack sports a built-in electric fan and has a reasonable holding capacity of 18 liters. The two fans can be powered by a USB power pack, which is not included.

A few weeks ago, Google finally launched a real alternative to Apple AirTag, as its 'Find My Device' network theoretically works in a similar way to Apple's 'Find My' network, but based on Android smartphones instead of iPhones. A comparison shows how the two networks compare.

Priced just below $25 (Q20) and $17 (Q10), 1MORE's latest two entries in the TWS earbuds market come with an excellent value factor. While the Q10 sports an ergonomic design and dynamic sound, the Q20 raises the bar with ANC sound, dual-microphone AI-powered noise-canceling in calls, as well as transparency mode.

The CMF Buds Pro 2 are Nothing's latest pair of earbuds. While the CMF Buds Pro 2 are another budget release for Nothing's sub-brand, it masters relatively high-end features like the LDAC codec that can transmit audio at up to 990 kbps.

OnePlus is reportedly launching a rebranded version of the the Pad Pro in India - the Pad 2. Launching on July 16th, both tablets sport similar specifications - a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, 9,510 mAh battery and a 12.1-inch 144Hz IPS LCD to name a few. The Pad 2 will be available in two RAM/storage configurations, and will feature a 8MP front and 13MP rear camera.

A reliable leaker has shared new details about Insta360's next smartphone camera gimbal accessory. Reportedly, the device will arrive soon as the Insta360 Flow Pro, over a year after the arrival of the Insta360 Flow.

TARRAN is a start-up that claims it can solve the main drawback of using a cargo e-bike as an alternative to a car. Its "intelligent" landing gear are touted to deploy automatically to save the T1 Pro if it starts to tip over, thereby keeping it and its up to 485lb of estimated total payload comfortably balanced on the road.

Users of the Garmin Edge 540, Edge 840, and Edge 1040 bike computers signed up to the beta program will shortly receive new beta software: version 23.10. The release brings a bug fix for the new road hazard feature, which launched with the 1050 model and arrived for these older devices in beta update 23.09.

Coming soon at a relatively low price, the Solos AirGo Vision is a new pair of smart glasses intended to be a helpful assistant in everyday life. Powerful AI systems are supported.

The Garmin Alpha LTE, a cellular dog tracker, has rolled out to North America. The device launched in Europe late last year, attaching to your dog’s collar, with multicolor LEDs helping you to find them in darker conditions. However, there is an additional cost that potential customers may want to consider.

Sony released its NW-A306 and NW-ZX707 music players at the start of 2023 running Android 12. Since then, the company has upgraded both to Android 13. Now, a new leak has outlined the next stop for the pair as Google prepares to finalise Android 15.

Apple is planning to bring Apple Intelligence to its Vision Pro headset. The advanced AI will deliver notification summaries, writing assistance, and an enhanced version of Siri. HomePod and HomePod mini will reportedly never get any of those new features due to Assistance requiring lots of RAM to function well.

The first sighting of DJI's next-generation action camera has provided a few possible insights into what the company has up its sleeve for its Osmo Action division. Surprisingly, it looks as though DJI is not planning to deliver a direct Osmo Action 4 successor to rival GoPro and Insta360 once again.

DJI is preparing to launch a new drone. Having updated its budget offering earlier this year with the Mini 4K, it now seems that the company is turning towards refreshing its Air series.

Huawei's next HarmonyOS tablet could be the OEM's next ultra-big-screen flagship, according to a new leak. The new rumor is based on the detection of specs such as some of the same cutting-edge satellite communications features of the top-end Mate 60 smartphone line. The device is also slated to charge even faster than the latest MatePad Pro 13.2.

ENGWE's upcoming Summer 2024 product event will introduce its latest e-bikes, one of which will be a new version of its "popular" long-range, cruiser-style M20. Its 2.0 iteration will debut alongside the P20 ACE, a new edition of an existing foldable-type e-bike with an Olympic twist.