Gadget

SwitchBot has released a new update for its Smart Lock, making it Matter compatible; the Hub 2 and iOS app have also been updated. The support for the protocol enables you to control the smart home gadget via various systems, including Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

The DJI Air 3 has appeared again online, this time as an engineering prototype. The bottom of the forthcoming drone has now been pictured, confirming more details about the Air 3 ahead of its release.

Nubia has hinted at an enhanced size and scale in the camera hump of its latest flagship Android smartphone. The Z50 Pro is thought to refresh the existing Z50 with a slightly faster, "Leading" edition of the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, with a respectable amount of RAM and Android 13 out of the box. It is also now tipped to come with a power brick in the box to help make sure it can charge at its top rated speed.

The Eleglide M2's launch campaign that offer s potential buyers the chance to grab a free smart band from Xiaomi along with a sub-US$1,000 price on the new electric bike. It is rated for a range of up to ~78 miles, derived from a 36V/15Ah battery and 250W motor that powers 27.5-inch fat tires for a "smoother ride". The M2 is also equipped with app control and an "intelligent" LCD display.

RedMagic has confirmed that its Android gaming flagship smartphone refresh is headed to the international market, and sooner rather than later. The 8S Pro will bring "sleek design" powered by the "Leading Version" of the latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC to regions such as Europe soon. It will also boast a particularly large battery and class-leading display specs on its July 2023 launch.

Samsung had been planning a renewed onslaught on the extended reality (XR) market - however, the Vision Pro has apparently caused the South Korean electronics giant to rethink its plans. It has allegedly suspended production on its new headset, in a move that might ensure the ability to compete with Apple's "spatial computing revolution".

AYANEO may be preparing to release the AIR 1S, but it continues to tease a larger and more powerful alternative on its social media channels. The AYANEO KUN has an 8.4-inch display, a 75 Wh battery and will weigh more than 900 g. AYANEO has now shared hands-on images of the KUN too, highlighting the sheer scale of what it promises to be the most powerful gaming handheld to date.

BenQ has launched its LH730 LED projector, designed for business use. The light source delivers up to 4,000 ANSI lumens brightness and the model covers 98% of the Rec.709 color gamut. Other features of the projector include specific modes for displaying infographics, presentations and spreadsheets.

More details about the DJI Air 3 have appeared online. Not only has the FCC published initial documentation for the drone and its two launch remote controllers, but leakers have found pictures of the drone's camera and retail packaging.

The NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus is the latest E-Reader from Barnes & Noble. The reader features a 7.8-inch e Ink display, 32 GB of storage, and a waterproof design, as well as the NOOK's namesake GlowLight front light with an adjustable color temperature.

Nebula has made the new Mars 3 portable projector available to pre-order in regions including North America and Europe. The device can be purchased at full price via Amazon or the brand’s online store, with a discount campaign still running for those willing to place a deposit. The outdoor projector has up to 1,000 ANSI lumens brightness and a 200-in (~508 cm) screen size.

Sony touts the HT-AX7 as a revolution in the portable wireless home audio space. It is technically a modular kit, with 2 'satellite' sub-speakers that can detach from the main unit to create a "bubble" of "three-dimensional surround sound" around the user or users with 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology. The HT-AX7 set is rated to last for up to 30 hours per charge, and is available to order from now.

Samsung is now tipped to add a new kind of wearable to its health-tracking portfolio soon. The OEM has allegedly left a new menu alluding to the addition of support for smart rings in the new beta for a first-party app. Accordingly, the Galaxy Watch series could be joined by alternative accessories soon.

Honor has announced that it will debut a new tablet during its upcoming major product event. The first-gen MagicPad is touted to alter perceptions in its market with a potentially distinctive 13-inch display with an "eye-protecting" IMAX tie-in on top of that. It is now officially slated to debut alongside a new eSIM-enabled smartwatch and smart TV.

AYA NEO has finally revealed the KUN, a Windows gaming handheld with an 8.4-inch display. The AYA NEO KUN is also said to feature nearly full-size game controls, as well as a pair of built-in touchpads.

The possibility of a launch for the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE during its maker's upcoming major Unpacked 2023 event has grown stronger with a new leak purporting to spill its charging details in advance. The keenly-awaited smartphone might debut alongside new smart tracking tags of a similar name with upgraded connectivity.

Prime Day does not start until July 10 this year - nevertheless, Wemax has chosen to alert its fans to the potential deals it has to offer in conjunction with that event. It will take place on the OEM's webstore as well as on Amazon, and promises "up to 50% off" its laser projectors, some of which support up to 4K resolutions and integrate "breathtaking" ALPD technology.

TUO, a new smart home brand, has launched a Matter and Thread-compatible Smart Button. The gadget can control various smart lights, thermostats and other gadgets with multiple gesture controls. Plus, the button comes with a sticker pack, allowing you to customize the product’s design.

Roborock has announced the EU pricing and launch date for its new Q Revo model, which launched in the US earlier this year. The gadget has up to 5,500 Pa suction power with VibraRise mopping and automatic mop lifting. Plus, the smart docking station can automatically wash and dry the mop, ready for your next clean.

Sony asserts that its new mocopi system condenses all the motion-capture hardware aspiring virtual reality (VR) content creators might need into 6 simple, wearable sensors. They even have their own app (for iOS or Android), so that the user can simply save the resulting full-body avatars to their mobile devices. mocopi is also compatible with developer resources such as Unreal Engine or Unity.

New Android smartphones are slated to upgrade to their own versions of Apple's latest iPhone SOS feature from 2024 - however, for those that will be left behind, there is the Motorola Defy Satellite Link. The accessory connects a user's mobile device to the Bullitt network to get message and location data through to others when out of cellular coverage.

The Cobra and Cobra Pro both come with Razer Speedflex cables and !00% PTFE feet for potentially smooth, swift movement. However, the latter is definitely the flagship of the two, with a total of 10 customizable buttons and HyperSpeed Wireless technology as well as Bluetooth connectivity. The Cobra Pro is rated to last up to 170 hours per charge and is available from now.

ComfyAir has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its window air conditioner, gaining over 1,300 backers. Three models are on offer with various levels of heating and cooling power. The gadget is installed on your windowsill, allowing you to open or close your window freely.

Renowned leaker Roland Quandt has published numerous official images of the Air 3, DJI's next compact drone. Pictured with a new RC-N2 remote controller, the DJI Air 3 is rumoured to start at £962 with the RC-N2 and £1,199 as part of a Fly More Combo.

Skullcandy has announced the release of a whole line-up of portable speakers of various sizes, each with up-to-date Bluetooth technology. The Ounce, Kilo, Terrain Mini, Terrain and Terrain XL also have IPX7 ingress protection and USB type-C charging in common. They are available in the same colorways, albeit at different prices based on size, from now.

It appears that DJI is moving closer to announcing the Air 3, a successor to the Air 2 and Air 2S. While DJI has not officially commented on the drone's release yet, more photos of the upcoming drone have emerged online, as has launch pricing for two Fly More Combo packages.

Insta360 has launched the GO 3, a tiny action camera that measures 54.4 x 25.6 x 23.2 mm. Shipping with an improved Action Pod accessory that provides more battery life, works as a remote control and has a flip-up touchscreen display, the Insta360 GO 3 can also shoot 2.7K videos at 30 FPS.

The Epson Pro EX11000 projector has been launched in the US. The 1080p model has up to 4,600 lumens brightness and the brand’s 3LCD technology for a vivid image up to 300-in (~762 cm) wide. The gadget allows wireless screencasting via Miracast and has dual HDMI ports and a built-in 16W speaker.

The ViewSonic PA700S, PA700W and PA700X projectors for the classroom or meeting room have been launched in the EU. The models, already available in the US, offer up to 4,500 ANSI lumens brightness and start from €459 (US$376.99). Other features include dual HDMI ports and a built-in speaker.

BLUETTI's latest multi-port generator is its first rated to charge like some high-end Android smartphones. The 1,800W AC180 is thus backed to re-fill its up-to-date LFP batteries from 0 to 80% in under an hour. The portable power station is also compatible with solar charging, and is rated to keep most of the user's appliances going in a blackout or outdoors thanks to a "Power Lifting Mode".

Two new IKEA products have been unveiled in FCC filings: the VALLHORN Motion Sensor and the PARASOLL Open/Close Sensor. The battery-powered gadgets could trigger other smart home products in your home, with the PARASOLL used to alert you of an open window or door.

Samsung has previewed new themed versions of its current flagship TWS earbuds. These Galaxy Buds2 and Buds2 Pro are presented as second-generation Pokémon Special Editions, and are, like their predecessors, mainly aimed at a South Korean audience. However, they are based on individual pocket monsters rather than on a generic Pokéball this time.

ONYX International has presented the BOOX Tab Mini C as a potential companion for work or travel. Its new 7.8-inch display supports the brand's latest Kaleido 3 e-ink technology for "sharp" detail in both monochrome and color. It has a Qualcomm CPU and an "exclusive" GPU, rated to help the Mini C work as a tablet as well as a particularly vibrant e-reader.

Volkswagen recently announced that it intends to take the sub-€25,000 (~US$27,000) segment of the car market by storm with the new ID. 2all. However, the company is now rumored to have an even cheaper electric vehicle (EV) in the works. The 'entry-level ID' is said to launch with a new platform and a super-compact build.

The Mammotion LUBA AWD robotic lawn mower is now available from the company’s online store and Amazon storefront. Three models are available, covering lawn sizes from 1,000 m² (0.25 acres) to 5,000 m² (~1.25 acres). The gadget uses an RTK-GNSS system rather than a boundary wire to navigate your garden, and you can control the device via an app.

Ultrahuman has launched a new model, the Ring Air. Compared to its predecessor, the R1, the Air is lighter and thinner, with the same health tracking features. Plus, you can trade in an older smart ring, including the competitor Oura Ring wearable, for up to US$100 off your purchase.

Samsung touts its Smart Monitor series as the ideal display to put to dual-function use as a home IoT hub. Now, the 32-inch variant from its 2022 generation is available for US$100 less than normal online. It offers dual HDMI inputs as well as a 4K panel and USB type-C with 65W charging.

Designer Olga Orel has unveiled her latest creation, a visually arresting pair of headphones with a futuristic twist. Looking like they could have come straight out of Cyberpunk 2077, the new headphones add a pair of customizable displays to the outer side of each can.

A reliable source has shared European pricing for the WF-1000XM5, Sony's next-generation flagship earbuds. Reportedly, the earbuds will retail for almost 15% more than the WF-1000XM4 and will cost about 8% than the new Denon PerL Pro.

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the AcoPower TesFridge has begun. The freezer is designed to fit perfectly inside the Sub-Trunk of a Tesla Model 3, Model X or Model Y. The gadget can cool food and drink to temperatures as low as 4°F (~-20°C), with the largest model providing a 36L capacity.

Volkswagen has introduced its latest flagship SUV as a plug-in hybrid that will, as such, be able to handle acceleration off the line as it will in practical uses such as towing. The new Touareg R eHybrid is also backed to look good doing either, with "re-designed" front and back ends, a new matte finish and some high-tech tweaks in common with some ID.-series vehicles. The marque's "absolute top model" is available to order in Europe from now.

Asus' new handheld gaming device, the ROG Ally, has now paid a visit to a well-known electronics disassembly and repair YouTube channel. The portable console came in for glowing praise as a result of its new iFixit assessment, as well as and favorable comparisons between it and its Steam Deck rival - with some caveats.

Powkiddy has now launched the RGB10 Max 3 Pro, a 5-inch gaming handheld powered by an Amlogic A311D chipset and 2 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. Available from US$114.99, the RGB10 Max 3 Pro has three launch colours and should be powerful enough to emulate game libraries from the N64 and PS1 era.

The Panasonic HCC-R600A smart wardrobe has been revealed in Japan and will go on sale this August. The device can clean and iron clothes, with hot air and steam used to deodorize, dry, and remove wrinkles. After hanging your garments in the wardrobe, you can select from various modes using touch controls.

Following a successful Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign, RoboUP is now selling its T500P and T1000P robot lawn mowers at Amazon in certain European countries. While the T500P suits gardens up to 500 m² (~5,382 ft²) in size, the T1000P can tackle lawns with an area of up to 1,000 m² (~10,764 ft²).

Qualcomm's Snapdragon Sound is a suite of audio tech solutions for mobile devices, slated to support next-gen features such as Bluetooth 5.4 and Hybrid Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation even in its upcoming mid-tier S3 Gen 2 Sound Platform. Now, the OEM has announced that it will have variants specifically optimized for devices such as gaming dongles with "ultra-low latency" and chat-boosting features.

UGREEN calls its latest portable power accessory a 145W Power Bank due to its dual USB type-C ports rated to charge at 100W and 45W simultaneously. It also offers one type-A port, so that it can be used to charge up to three devices at the same time. Now, the OEM has finally launched the new 25,000mAh battery bank via Amazon in the US and the UK.