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The Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor retails for US$69.99. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon starts selling the Smart Air Quality Monitor globally; some orders will not ship until early January

Amazon has begun selling the Smart Air Quality Monitor, a device that it introduced last month. The Smart Air Quality Monitor is compatible with Amazon Alexa, but it will not ship until early January in the Eurozone or the US.

Alex Alderson, 08 Dec 2021 21:21

The Xiaomi TV ES50 2022 has a 4K panel that supports Dolby Vision HDR. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi TV ES50 2022: 50-inch Smart TV presented with Dolby Vision and MEMC support

Xiaomi has unveiled the TV ES50 2022, a Smart TV with slim bezels and a budget price tag. The TV ES50 2022 also offers 600 nits of peak brightness, MIUI for TV 3.0 software and Dolby Vision support, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 07 Dec 2021 17:39

Omni launches a remote control that can keep working for years without batteries

The rise of the smart home has also seen the rise of the potential number of remote controls needed for all its new devices - or for the need to deplete one's smartphone battery for the same purpose. Now, however, Omni's latest un...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2021 18:37

XGIMI announces Black Friday 2021 deals. (Source: XGIMI)

Deal | XGIMI puts its 4K and FHD Horizon-series projectors out there as Black Friday bargains

XGIMI asserts that it has an alternative to that new big TV purchase with coupons and deals on some of its Android-powered projectors instead. They include the high-end Horizon line, which has variants that support either FHD or 4...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2021 16:48

OPPO's alleged new earbuds. (Source: GizNext)

OPPO is slated to launch new TWS earbuds as well as phones on November 25, 2021

OPPO has confirmed that it will debut the potentially innovative Reno7 series of Android smartphones tomorrow (November 25, 2021). Now, it is rumored to have new TWS earbuds to launch alongside them. Judging by their alleged produ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2021 23:56

The JMGO U2 is available to order from US$2,599. (Image source: JMGO)

JMGO U2: 4K DLP laser projector that can create 100-inch images to ship from next month

The JMGO U2 is a 4K DLP projector that can project at up to 3,600 ANSI Lumens when paired with an ALR screen. JMGO will ship for the U2 from next month for Indiegogo InDemand orders, where it costs US$2,599.

Alex Alderson, 22 Nov 2021 15:36

MediaTek unveils the Pentonic 2000. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek's Pentonic 2000 chipset is here to help deliver the 8K 120Hz TVs of the future

MediaTek has unveiled a new flagship SoC for the next generation of premium big-screen devices. The Pentonic 2000 can support resolutions of up to 8K and refresh rates of 120Hz. It can also allow OEMs to pack specs such as AV1 sup...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2021 21:29

An update Android app install screen. (Source: Reddit)

An Android user can now use their smartphone to get applications onto some of their TVs

Some Android TV users on Reddit have noticed that their big-screen devices are now appearing as connected devices when it comes to installing Google Play Store apps on their smartphones. This means the mobile devices can now be us...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2021 21:44

Fourth-generation Amazon Echo devices can now detect moving objects. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon Echo devices get motion detection feature using ultrasound

A new motion-sensing feature is available for fourth-generation Amazon Echo Dot devices. The tool uses ultrasound to detect motion in the room, activating other connected devices, such as turning on your smart lights.

Polly Allcock, 14 Nov 2021 20:16

TCL wins some CES 2022 nominations. (Source: TCL)

TCL's flagship 8K TV wins a CES 2022 award already

TCL announced a new line of 8K TVs, equipped with its in-house OD Zero technology, in 2021. Now, the OEM has announced that the flagship of this X9 line has won an CES 2022 Innovation Award, well in advance of the actual conferenc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Nov 2021 18:11

LG USA holds a Black Friday sale. (Source: LG)

Deal | Get 2 LG XBOOM speakers for the price of 1 over the Black Friday season

LG is offering a free pair of its flagship TONE Free TWS earbuds with qualifying OLED TVs during its Black Friday event in the US for the second year running. However, the OEM has also come up with a new promotion by which some au...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Nov 2021 14:47

Samsung LPDDR5X memory chips (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung unleashes industry's first LPDDR5X DRAM

Built using the 14 nm technology, Samsung's first 16 Gb LPDDR5X memory chips promise to drive further growth beyond the mobile sector, also targeting 5G and AI applications, as well as the metaverse. The new 16 Gb LPDDR5X comes th...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2021 17:07

Amazon's Smart Air Quality Monitor detects harmful particles such as volatile organic compounds and carbon monoxide. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon launches a Smart Air Quality Monitor, with claims that it can improve your sleep

Amazon has announced its Smart Air Quality Monitor that alerts people when it detects harmful particles, such as carbon monoxide and dust. The device is compatible with Alexa Routines, which allow the monitor to trigger other smar...

Polly Allcock, 05 Nov 2021 20:15

LG releases its latest FHD CineBeam projector to the US market

The latest LG CineBeam LED projector has debuted at under $900 in the US market. The OEM asserts that it can be set up anywhere thanks to its compact form-factor and "4-Corner" keystone technology. It is thus rated for clear, vivi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 17:33

Alphabet makes US$65 billion in revenue for the latest quarter of 2021

Google's parent company Alphabet has reported revenues of just over US$65 billion for the latest complete quarter of 2021 (3Q2021). This represented a 41% increase year-on-year (YoY); then again, only $18 billion remained as the s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2021 23:15

Wi-Fi-enabled Proscenic A9 air filtration system now on sale for $169 USD with Google Home and Amazon Alexa support (Source: Amazon)

Deal | Wi-Fi-enabled Proscenic A9 air filtration system now on sale for $169 USD with Google Home and Amazon Alexa support

The A9 integrates four filters in one drum with Wi-Fi controls and four adjustable speeds. It's quieter than expected in our testing particularly when set to lower fan settings.

Allen Ngo, 28 Oct 2021 07:35

Commodore has returned, but as a robot vacuum company. (Image source: C Commodore)

Commodore CVR200: Former home computing giant releases a new product in a bizarre transformation

Commodore has presented the CVR200, a model name that sounds like it should be a PC. Unfortunately, the reality is different and is just someone piggybacking on the Commodore brand name.

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2021 18:59

The Redmi Smart TV X (2022) (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Smart TV X (2022) series debuts with 4K 120 Hz displays and an increase in prices from last year's models

Xiaomi has now debuted the next generation of TVs in its Redmi Smart TV X series. The aptly named Redmi Smart TV X (2022) series launched in China yesterday with 4K 120 Hz displays and a compilation of solid hardware. Pricing, how...

Ricci Rox, 21 Oct 2021 10:46

Nanoleaf Lines are modular LED light strips (Source: Nanoleaf)

Nanoleaf Lines let you create your own smart home lighting design

Nanoleaf has released Lines, light strips from which users can create unique designs for their living space. These lights have many features, including lighting synced with your music, movie or game.

Polly Allcock, 18 Oct 2021 09:05

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced arrives alongside Android 11 on the Redmi 9T. (Source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced and Android 11 updates land combined on the Redmi 9T globally

Xiaomi has sent out the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update to a number of its more expensive phone. The company is now setting its sights towards the mid-range segment, starting with the Redmi 9T—with its Global version now getting...

Ricci Rox, 17 Oct 2021 17:48

The Thunderbird Smart Glasses Pioneer Version. (Source: TCL)

TCL presents the new Thunderbird Smart Glasses Pioneer Version

Thunderbird is an augmented reality (AR) -focused start-up supported by the display-centric OEM TCL. Now, the two brands have unveiled something apparently three years in the making: the new Smart Glasses Pioneer Version, with a g...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Oct 2021 18:41

GPC 2021 | Acer boosts its at-home entertainment and productivity portfolio with a new WQHD monitor and a 4K projector

Acer's new L811 laser-powered device is directed at those wishing to project their own 4K HDR10-compatible movies at home. For those who would prefer a monitor that could also support some image-editing work, there is the 27-inch ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Oct 2021 18:10

The AIRROBO Robot Vacuum T10+ is now available to buy on Amazon (Source: AIRROBO)

AIRROBO launches the Robot Vacuum T10+ with a 45-day hands-free cleaning ability

Hong Kong-based AIRROBO has released a new robot vacuum, the T10+. This mid-range vacuum cleaner is auto emptying, meaning it can clean your home for up to 45 days without intervention.

Polly Allcock, 12 Oct 2021 23:02

Rumor | Verizon's next streaming box will double as a soundbar

Verizon's Stream TV is your fairly standard streaming box with Android TV. However, leaks from some official bodies have reportedly revealed that its next generation will have a much more interesting form-factor. It will apparentl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Oct 2021 18:46

The LG Cinebeam PF610P retails for €849 in the Eurozone. (Image source: LG)

LG Cinebeam PF610P: A portable projector that peaks at 1,000 ANSI Lumens and 120-inches

LG has unveiled the Cinebeam PF610P, a portable projector that is available for under €850. The 1080p projector can create up to a 120-inch image at 1,000 ANSI Lumens and a 150,000:1 contrast ratio.

Alex Alderson, 10 Oct 2021 00:37

The Sky Glass TV series features three display sizes. (Image source: Sky)

Sky Glass TVs presented with QLED 4K resolutions, integrated soundbars and support for a Microsoft Kinect-style accessory

Sky has released a trio of QLED TVs, all Smart TVs. The Sky Glass series is available in three sizes from 43 to 65-inches. All models feature integrated soundbars and will eventually support Microsoft Kinect-style accessories.

Alex Alderson, 09 Oct 2021 14:05

The Google Nest Renew service helps customers to use more green energy (Source: Amazon)

Google announces cleaner energy features for its thermostats with Nest Renew

Google Nest has revealed a new service for its thermostat range. The company hopes that Nest Renew will optimize thermostats for greener energy use through several smart features, including Energy Shift. Nest Renew will be availab...

Polly Allcock, 08 Oct 2021 11:13

Ring releases Halloween-themed settings for its users (Source: Ring)

Ring releases new Halloween Quick Replies and other spooky settings

Ring has released several new Halloween settings allowing users to customize their doorbells to mark the holiday. These include new Halloween-themed Quick Replies, a feature released earlier this year.

Polly Allcock, 06 Oct 2021 10:49

The OPPO Watch Free is a new fitness wearable with payment support and an "eSports" mode

The Watch Free is OPPO's latest fitness tracker, and is equipped with an AMOLED display at a decent price. It supports up-to-date features such as over 100 sports modes and tracking for various health metrics. The new tracker-styl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2021 22:59

The OPPO K9 Pro is a new mid-range smartphone with novel promotional offers

OPPO has debuted 3 new products today (September 26, 2021). The OEM has already spilled many details for the K9 Pro, as well as its new TV, already. However, some juicy tidbits remain to be unveiled, the smartphone's unexpected ne...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2021 22:30

New smart home gadgets are headed to India. (Source: TechLife)

Realme will launch its first-gen Air Purifier in India soon

TechLife is Realme's new brand that covers smart home lifestyle gadgets and appliances. It has announced a new product launch for its Indian audience, to be held in late September 2021. This event will bring TechLife's vacuum clea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2021 18:58

The next-gen Echo Show could literally follow the user around. (Source: Amazon)

Rumor | Amazon will unveil a fully robotic version of the Echo Show 10 in September 2021

Amazon has announced that it will hold an event that may unveil some new products. This launch, scheduled for later in September 2021, might see a debut for a new, wall-mounted variant of the OEM's Echo smart-speaker line. Amazon ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2021 18:25

OPPO will launch a new wearable and a TV alongside the K9 Pro

OPPO is slated to debut the new K9 Pro smartphone later in September 2021. Now, it has emerged that the OEM will also premiere a new smart screen during the same event, not to mention a new wearable. They might emerge as mid-range...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2021 22:52

The Vaonis Hyperia starts at US$45,000. (Image source: Vaonis)

The Vaonis Hyperia telescope has a 61 MP full-frame sensor that delivers impressive space photos

Vaonis has announced the Hyperia, a telescope that it claims is one of the most powerful of its kind on the market. The Vaonis Hyperia is over two metres tall, weighs 75 kg and can shoot in up to 61 MP.

Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2021 16:43

The iPad mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max both feature an A15 Bionic SoC, but they differ slightly. (Image: Sanjiv Sathiah/Notebookcheck)

Both the CPU and GPU of the A15 Bionic in the iPad mini confirmed slower than the iPhone 13 Pro in our early testing

We’ve got our hands on the new iPhone 13 Max Pro and the iPad mini 6. Both feature Apple’s 15 Bionic with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU configuration, but we have confirmed the performance of the chip in the iPad mini is indeed slower...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2021 13:47

Rumor | Motorola will launch a new TV alongside its first tablet in India

Motorola is touted to launch its first ever tablet in India soon. Now, it is also projected to unveil a new TV alongside it. It is likely to be a smart-home device much like its predecessors, and stands a good chance of a thin-bez...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Sep 2021 23:45

Home security goes binocular with the new Reolink Duo 2K camera

Reolink's latest home security camera has go-to specs such as spotlights, two-way audio, microSD card support and the option of truly-wireless battery power. However, it also has something new to this brand: dual lenses. They enab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Sep 2021 18:28

The Proscenic A9 does its job well, but it is big and expensive. (Image source: Proscenic)

The Proscenic A9 is a smart air purifier with Amazon Alexa and Google Home integrations

Proscenic already sells several smart home appliances, of which the A9 air purifier is the latest. The Proscenic A9 packs plenty of functionality, including Amazon Alexa and Google Home integrations. Sadly, it suffers from some dr...

Alex Alderson, 22 Sep 2021 18:19

Hisense is even more certain than ever that laser TVs are the future

Hisense representatives have attended the 2021 Global Laser Display Industry Forum in Beijing, China to expound its success in making and selling laser TVs. The OEM now claims to have increased their shipping volumes even more in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2021 20:59

The latest Xiaomi electric scooter variant. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition of the Scooter Pro 2 in Europe

As part of its live-streamed product launch of today, (September 15, 2021) Xiaomi has announced when its electric Scooter Pro 2 will hit the German market in Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1-themed special edition form. It has many specs ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:30

The Mesh System AX3000. (Source: Xiaomi)

The new Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 is rated for wide-area Wi-Fi 6 coverage and support for over 250 devices at once

Xiaomi's latest mesh networking system comes in a pack of just 2 tower-like "nodes"; nevertheless, the OEM asserts this is all that is needed to allow the AX3000 to emit fast Wi-Fi 6 signals over an area of just over 370 square me...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:00

The VAVA Chroma projector. (Source: VAVA)

The VAVA Chroma launches as an ALPD 4.0-enhanced RGB short-throw laser projector via Indiegogo

VAVA asserts that its latest high-end 4K UHD laser projector can support a home-theater experience without the need for heavy curtains at any time of day. This is due to its 2,500-lumen brightness, not to mention the latest genera...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Sep 2021 19:45

The latest Sony soundbar comes with in-house features rated for room-filling quality audio

Sony's new A5000 supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, as do many premium soundbars these days. However, the OEM also seeks to set this product apart with its in-house Vertical Surround Engine, Sound Field Optimization and S-Force PRO F...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Sep 2021 16:54

LG touts the XBOOM 360 speaker as a high-end home accessory rated for a 3D audio experience

LG has introduced a new addition to the XBOOM Bluetooth speaker series to the US market. The new 360 variant's design might make it an ideal fit for the high-tech home. The resulting "conical-cylindrical" form factor is rated for ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2021 14:51

The new Fire Stick 4K Max. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon takes the Fire Stick 4K to the Max with Wi-Fi 6 and upgraded internals

Amazon has announced that the latest version of its Fire TV Stick is called the Max variant. The accessory still streams in 4K; however, its new MediaTek processor supports Wi-Fi 6 and is paired to more RAM in this generation. It ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Sep 2021 23:33

The ViewSonic X1000-4K has a 0.25:1 ultra-short-throw ratio. (Image source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic X1000-4K: An ultra-short-throw projector with a 4K resolution, an integrated soundbar and up to a 150-inch projection

ViewSonic has introduced its first ultra-short throw beamer, the X1000-4K. The LED projector offers a 4K resolution, among other things, and can output at 100-inches when just 38 cm away from a wall. A maximum projection of up to ...

Alex Alderson, 07 Sep 2021 00:27

TCL's 8K TV event is coming up. (Source: TCL)

TCL sets a date for the launch of its 2021 8K mini-LED TVs

TCL has announced that it will debut its "Premium 2021 X Series Mini LED 8K TVs" in September 2021. This event will also see the launch of the OEM's latest projectors and products. TCL asserts that the new devices will revolutioni...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2021 18:28

The Redmi Max 86 and Redmi Max 98 smart televisions are only officially available in China at the moment. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Redmi Max 86 and Redmi Max 98 smart TVs get super-sized price cuts

The massive Redmi Max 98 smart TV is back on sale in Xiaomi’s homeland of China with an even cheaper price tag. In addition, the 86-inch model has also been reduced and is now back to its launch price. The 98-inch Redmi Max suppor...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Sep 2021 12:05

The new PTZ security camera. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's Indian Smarter Living 2022 conference unveils a new 2K home security camera, a Gigabit router and...some sneakers

Xiaomi's smart-tech event of today (August 26, 2021) was perhaps dominated by the launch of 2 new Mi Notebooks and the Mi TV 5X in India. However, there were one or two other appearances at this show, such as the new Mi Router 4A ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Aug 2021 21:22