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Fresh questions are being asked of the Rabbit R1 following allegations that it is an Android app. The Rabbit R1’s software was shown running on a Google Pixel 6A in a video, though the origins of the launcher APK are unclear. Rabbit’s CEO has responded to defend the R1’s hardware, priced at $199.

The Fujifilm X-T50 specifications and price have leaked, and they seem to indicate that Fuji's next “affordable” camera will come with both a substantial hardware upgrade and a significant price increase.

Lenovo has confirmed that it is working on a Legion Go 2. Lenovo's original gaming handheld is and was an impressive device, but the next iteration definitely needs a better screen, variable refresh rate, and a better controller experience to make it a worthy competitor to the likes of the Asus ROG Ally and Nintendo Switch.

The latest version of the ESR Magnetic Wireless Car Charger is backed to keep new (or upcoming) Android smartphones as stable while driving as a MagSafe-capable iPhone would be thanks to an upgrade to cutting-edge Qi2 charging technology. The accessory is rated to work just as fast as many wireless chargers for the home, and currently has a doubly discounted price on Amazon.

Godox' latest clip-on wireless audio recording system comes with dual long-range mics rated for "impressive" Hi-Res audio. Furthermore, the Magic XT1's 2-in-1 receiver has its own OLED display to help control and monitor its audio in real time. It also supports connectivity via 3.5mm jack and the USB Audio Class (UAC) standard.

Anker and its Eufy brand have announced that they will soon be launching two trackers for Google's new "Find My Device" network. The two AirTag alternatives, the SmartTrack Link and the SmartTrack Card, will soon be available for Android users.

DJI's latest 4K drone is now available to purchase. Weighing in at under 249 g, the DJI Mini 4K also starts at $299 with an RC-N1C remote controller, or $348 with the same remote controller and a pair of Intelligent Flight batteries.

EZVIZ' latest video doorbell is its first to come with its own solar power for potentially always-on operation. The EP3x Pro is also rated to 'expand' its field of vision with dual cameras, and to keep the user alerted as to the arrival of people or other things such as packages subscription-free.

LG's Innotek divison has won its latest Edison Award for its advanced optical zoom module for smartphones. The company claims that a device with one of these lenses will be able to take images of the highest quality possible at magnification of up to 5x without the usual super-prominent camera hump. The technology may or may not feature in the new iPhones of the coming years.

The Nintendo Switch Lite is a nice little handheld gaming device but replacing the screen is a herculean task. If there's a successor such as a Switch 2 Lite, then Nintendo has to make repairing it much easier.

DJI has already confirmed that it will release a new compact drone next week. Now, a renowned leaker has provided marketing materials for the DJI Mini 4K, which shows most key device specifications. The same leaker has revealed launch pricing for the effective Mini 2 SE successor, too.

Tentative Sony leaks claim that there will be two new full-frame cameras coming in the latter half of 2024, with one belonging to the Alpha hybrid prosumer line-up and the other an update to the FX cinema series. These cameras are slated to launch after the ZV-E10 II APS-C vlogging camera lands in May.

Volkswagen has showcased its latest developments in automotive design at the 2024 Auto China event. The next-gen features are projected to come combined with Level 4 autonomous driving in the upcoming ID. CODE e-SUV. The new range of youth-friendly ID.UX electric vehicles has also been announced during the event.

Fujifilm looks to be updating the X-T30 II with the X-T50 on May 16. If rumours are true, the latest budget Fujifilm X-T50 will be a compact powerhouse with a 40 MP sensor and IBIS, making it the first in its line-up to feature stabilisation.

DJI has quietly confirmed details about the Mini 4K, its second consumer drone release of the year after the Avata 2. Not only has DJI confirmed the launch date of the Mini 4K, but it has already revealed what the forthcoming drone looks like.

LG asserts that the display panel of the future will be able to act more like two monitors in one, as it will be able to support 2 different resolutions, each of which will have its own refresh rate. Mass production for the first-ever OLED panel to feature this breakthrough has now been announced, so that more OEMs might be able to take its potentially image- and versatility-enhancing technologies up in their next-gen line-ups.

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QIDI asserts that it can bring all the advantages of augmented reality (AR) to the user's outdoor adventures with its upcoming product. The VIDA glasses are touted to pack all the tech necessary to make cycling futuristic, a heads-up display for info on performance, speed and heart-rate via in-built sensors included. They are also projected to replace the equipment necessary to keep teams together safely.

A credit or debit card that can light up is currently attracting attention. This is precisely what it aims to do, namely encourage customers to use the card more than others. Sentry is introducing such a card, the Radiance Card, with an OLED light.

Following on from the EDC27, Nitecore has made the design even slimmer and lighter. The EDC25 offers similar lumen values, but is more concentrated and thus offers more range. It is also more energy efficient in some cases, even with the same battery as the EDC27. However, the OLED display has been removed.

DJI today announced the launch of its first two power stations. The Power 500 and Power 1000 models can be used for mobile power supply and feature a special port for fast charging of drones, among other things.

Insta360's latest action camera is now here, having been leaked extensively earlier this month. Promising first-class image quality and stabilisation, the Insta360 X4 can record footage in 8K and 30 FPS while delivering over 2 hours of battery life on a single charge.

The new PocketBook Era Color e-reader has just been launched. In addition to a 7-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 color screen, it also features audiobook support and a text-to-speech function.

Can robots bleed? Yes, one could be forgiven for thinking so when watching Boston Dynamics' new farewell video of HD Atlas. Viewers could also be forgiven for also feeling pain upon seeing the many trips, stumbles and falls.

Anycubic touts its latest product event as a revolution in multi-color 3D printing. The OEM has partnered with PANTONE to present new filaments in exclusive "true-to-life" shades, up to 8 of which can be fed to a new Kobra 3 printer in a "seamless, hassle-free" way that also integrates a new auto-drying feature.

Outdoors, indoors, in public or even other people's houses: Fulsolen asserts that its EV charger can be used almost anywhere thanks to its system of interchangeable NEMA plugs and "8x Faster Charge" specs. It is compatible with all SAE J1772-compatible vehicles, merely needing an adapter for a Tesla, and even has an OLED status display.

The Fimi Mini 3 is a new and cheap drone, positioned as a suitable alternative to competing drones from DJI. The model also promises high image quality and comes with a Sony sensor.

CheckMag Not to miss the cash train, many original manufacturers have released “mini” consoles, including Sega, Nintendo, Commodore and Atari. However, of all the retro consoles, the latest Atari Gamestation Pro is a short lived nostalgia trip at best and e-waste destined for landfill at worst.

The Baseus Spacemate is pitched as a particularly modern desktop I/O hub, equipped as it is with a front-facing LED display indicating which of its 11 ports (Gigabit Ethernet, 3 4K/60Hz monitor links and a 100W USB-C Power Input included) are in use and magnetic base. It also integrates a One-Click Screen-Off Feature for enhanced data-privacy at the press of a button.

Xiaomi-backed brand Black Shark has officially teased its first smart ring. With up to 180 days of battery life, 2.2 mm thickness, and “all-round health monitoring,” it aims to stand as a competitor to the Samsung Galaxy Ring.

Sony has now released a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones after a spate of leaks. Surprisingly, the headphones have arrived as the Sony ULT Wear, contrary to expectations that they would be sold as the WH-ULT900N. Nonetheless, the new headphones offer plenty of features, given their mid-range price tag.

DJI has unveiled the Avata 2, its first consumer drone release of 2024. The DJI Avata 2 replaces the Avata as the company's first-person view (FPV) drone with improvements and refinements in multiple areas, including new Goggles 3 and RC Motion 3 accessories.

Tolino has just introduced three new e-book readers. In addition to the improved Tolino Shine 5, which now supports Bluetooth among other things, two e-readers with color displays are also being launched onto the market: the Tolino Shine Color and Vision Color.

PocketBook has presented a versatile e-reader, the InkPad Eo, with a color e-ink display, stylus and Android. However, the combination of the 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 panel, the front illumination and an eight-core processor means that buyers have to pay a relatively high price for the PocketBook.

Kuura touts its first-gen Ring as "The Future of Fitness" thanks to its ability to deliver advanced health-tracking features while helping the user enhance their work-outs over time. The Ring is slated to debut via a crowdfunding page later in April 2024, whereupon it will be offered to early adopters for under $100.

DJI has released the Focus Pro, which it claims is its first independent Automated Manual Focus lens control system. Available from $999, the DJI Focus Pro comes with a LiDAR module and a dedicated hand unit, among other accessories.

DJI is now selling the RS 4 and RS 4 Pro following today's 'Focus on the Vision' launch event. Available for between $549 and $1,099, the DJI RS 4 series contains several improvements over older RS 3 camera gimbals, including a new RS stabilisation algorithm and a 2nd gen LiDAR multi-point focusing system.

Nothing is preparing to release new earbuds later this month. In the meantime, a detailed leaked has outlined not only the design of the Nothing Ear (a) and Nothing Ear but also their specifications and launch pricing.

Sony has now confirmed the date of its next hardware launch event. Due later this week, the event will showcase the Sony WH-ULT900N, a new pair of over-ear headphones that will succeed the WH-XB910N. Sony has implied that it could have multiple products up its sleeve too though.

Fossibot has unleashed the F106 Pro as a rugged smartphone with a >100 decibel (dB) speaker to go with its bright rear-firing lamp. The new device also offers a huge battery, NFC and up-to-date software out of the box. It can be pre-ordered for less than $250 from now.

Xiaomi is celebrating the Mi Fan Festival 2024 in China, for which the company has discounted most of its products. The event has also brought out a new portable phone charger. It’s a compact brick featuring GaN and 120W fast charging. The kit with a 1.5-meter USB-C cable has an introductory price of CNY 199, which is around $28.

A few new details have emerged about the AI hardware project currently under development by Jony Ive and Sam Altman. While not a smartphone as originally reported, the new device will still be targeted at consumers to enhance aspects of their daily lives.

Putting all the fandoms and silly internet arguments aside, the tech community can occasionally have some fun. Now that April Fool's is behind us, here are the best tech-related April Fool's gags from the biggest brands and creators in the industry.

A US retailer has listed the Avata 2, as well as its two Fly More Combo accessory packages. Surprisingly, the DJI Avata 2 will retail for 22% less than its predecessor at $489. The same retailer has also confirmed all specifications for not only the new FPV drone but also its Fly More Combo accessory packages.

Nitecore has introduced a flashlight, the TM9K Pro, that is somewhat related to the EDC33 and EDC35 models. Up to 27 LEDs generate a particularly bright stream of light, but the torch should only be used for short periods of time.

PVY purports to solve a number of last-gen e-bike problems with the new Libon, namely those related to awkward, heavy frames, motor noise, maintenance and range anxiety. The e-bike is equipped with an up-to-date carbon belt and a full-aluminum frame in order to address these issues, and also boasts a "multi-function" IPS display. Its single- and dual-battery SKUs are now available as crowdfunding rewards.

Peerless-AV touts its latest Neptune-series TV as the ideal screen to install in one's patio, lobby or restaurant. The Full Sun Outdoor Smart TV is rated to withstand extreme temperatures and withstand dust, rain or even snow to stay bright and clear all year round. It is powered by LG's UI for TVs and comes with a free "commercial-grade" wall mount.

Lepro claims that its new RGB lighting effect aren't just smart - they're AI-generated, too. Their "first-of-its-kind" LightGPM technology is touted as capable of learning to adjust and adapt in response to a user's voice or even their facial expression to create the most "precise" mood lighting around. The new LED Wall Lights, Neon Rope Lights and LED Strip Lights are also rated to sync with other devices for seamless, intuitive control and smart home integration.