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Recent leaks reveal that Valve has started stockpiling both pre-made components and tooling to build its upcoming Deckard VR headsets in the US.

Audio-Technica has unveiled the ATH-AWSW DV wooden headphones in celebration of Star Wars in Japan. The limited-edition headphones are adorned with the image of Darth Vader, and only 10 copies are available worldwide.

Sony has unveiled two speakers with enhanced bass performance for powerful music reproduction - the ULT Field 3 and 5. Both actively monitor the ambient noise to compensate for clearer music playback.

Aqara is already a major force in smart home automation. To coordinate more devices, the company added Matter compatibility to additional hubs. Advanced Matter Bridging allows users to trigger routines between a wider variety of smart home devices.

Vivo has confirmed that it will be releasing a dedicated Photography Kit alongside its X200 Ultra flagship later this month. While Xiaomi introduced an equivalent earlier this year for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Vivo has attempted to surpass Xiaomi in a few areas like battery capacity.

Viewsonic has unveiled the M1 Max, a portable projector with Google TV streaming, Harman Kardon stereo speakers, and power bank capability. It supports HDMI and USB-C video inputs from game consoles, smartphones, and streaming video adapters. The 1080P projector can project an image up to 100 inches in size.

Fujifilm's next camera has shown up in an FCC filing, confirming it will beat the X-M5 for compactness. The Fujifilm half-frame camera looks like it will be a compact camera with a 1-inch sensor and a fixed lens. The FCC filing also tipped the rear control scheme, a hot shoe, and the presence of an EVF.

Simple accessories can often transform a desktop more than pricey new gear. The Razer Adjustable Laptop Stand is flexible enough to accommodate any setup. Its sturdy but foldable construction allows it to work with up to 18-inch laptops.

ESR claims to have made the world's best on-the-go mouse thanks to its wireless nature, not to mention its ability to stick with its companion laptop at all times. The MagMouse also has its own in-built cable for more convenient re-charging, and is rated to have buttons that make up to 90% less noise than its competitors.

The CalDigit TS5 and TS5 Plus docking stations will shortly launch in the US and Europe. These accessories offer multiple Thunderbolt 5 ports, with 140W charging and support for triple displays. On top of this, the TS5 Plus has dual 10 Gb/s USB controllers and 10 Gigabit Ethernet.

The Garmin Varia Vue Camera Headlight has been leaked. The unreleased accessory was mentioned in a recent app update change log and has also been spotted in an Amazon listing. It combines a 4K camera with a bright headlight with features like automatic brightness and beam cut-off.

Sharge has launched the Mini 2 portable power bank in China. It features various upgrades over the original model, also known as the Flow Mini, which can be used to charge two devices simultaneously. These improvements include an increased maximum output and dual support for two-way charging.

Atomos, known for its external camera monitors, has expanded its lineup with the StudioSonic professional-grade headphones, designed for monitoring audio on shoots, mixing tracks in the studio, and other situations requiring neutral sound reproduction.

Amazon has given the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140 mm II lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras a substantial 34% discount off the MSRP for a $202 savings. It covers a wide range of shooting applications and reduces the need to carry multiple lenses.

The Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is touted as the world's first mobile controller with support for XR glasses. Although it has a design similar to 8BitDo's Bluetooth controller, it connects via USB-C.

The Falcon Mini is a new drone featuring a high-resolution camera and a highly unconventional design. This uncommon design is intended to make the aircraft exceptionally agile, enabling daring aerial maneuvers. The model is offered in two color options.

Nothing will unveil a new affordable smartphone, the CMF Phone 2 Pro in late April. The company also plans to show off three new audio products alongside it.

The well-reviewed Ugreen Nexode 25,000 mAh power bank with an impressive peak output of 200 watts has recently received a substantial discount on Amazon, dropping its price down to its lowest-ever. With a commendable feature set, the Nexode power bank sure does bring a lot to the table for its target audience.

China's tech industry is pushing a new cable format called GPMI, built to handle video, power, and data at once. Reports state that the Type-B format will offer up to 480W charging and 192Gbps bandwidth.

Engwe's 11th Anniversary event is now underway with giveaways and free gifts with the purchase of a selection of the OEM's e-bikes. They include the brand's latest full-suspension step-through models, with advanced security features in the Pro variant. The L20 3.0 Series also has a €100 off discount, which is permanent with the right coupon code.

A new deal makes the CMF Watch Pro the cheapest it has ever been on Amazon. It is a decent entry-level smartwatch for people on a tight budget, and it works with both Android phones and iPhones.

A group of researchers claim to have made the temporary pacemaker of the future - one that can avoid the potentially severe side-effects of current models. The new medical device is touted to be smaller than a grain of rice and is made of advanced, bio-compatible materials can be absorbed back into the body after use.

The Hori Nintendo Switch 2 Camera is a third-party camera accessory for the Nintendo Switch 2. It is cheaper than Nintendo's own camera and has a design inspired by a character from the Super Mario games.

In what has to be the most confusing gaming peripheral launch of the year so far, Keychron has revealed the M5 8K, a wireless gaming mouse that blends all the best features of the Logitech MX Master 3S and the MX Vertical into a more affordable package with extensive web-based customisation.

Nintendo fans are still waiting to see if Switch 2 leaks about Hall effect Joy-Cons were correct. Despite hands-on time with the console, journalists remain uncertain. Meanwhile, Nintendo has only promised more durable and reliable controllers.

ESR has just released a new version of its Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Car Charger with its CryoBoost cooling technology. The MagSafe-style accessory can be installed on a car's dashboard or its vent for potentially secure iPhone charging while on the road. ESR has also announced an upgrade to Qi2 for its latest magnetic power bank.

The latest Mac mini has a lot going for it. Apple has not blessed it with a wide selection of ports, though. In response, Ugreen has created a solution that not only adds 10 ports but also an NVMe slot that accepts M.2 2230, M.2 2242, M.2 2260 and M.2 2280 drives.

Just like its more compact Fujifilm X100VI sibling, the rangefinder-style GFX100RF compact medium format camera features a leaf shutter built into the GFX lens, but Fujifilm has now confirmed that this leaf shutter and all the advantages that come with it, will remain a part of its fixed-lens camera ecosystem.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will arrive alongside some first-party accessories on launch day, and one of them is the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera. The USB camera will plug into the Switch 2 and can be used as a webcam when using the GameChat communication feature and during multiplayer games. It is also required to play some mini games.

Chargeasap asserts that its latest power bank can charge three MacBooks at once thanks to its new max output of 275 watts (W). The 25,000mAh accessory has dual OLED screens to track its remaining battery and status of its individual ports. The Flash Pro Ultra also supports wireless charging for smartphones and smartwatches at the same time.

Among the first-party accessories announced for the Nintendo Switch 2 is the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. The new controller not only has a new look but new features including an audio jack, and a higher price tag than the previous generation's pro controller.

StationPC touts its new PocketCloud as a new kind of portable standalone back-up solution that can go anywhere with the user. It is rated to support up to 16TB of storage with its optional modular dock, which also adds Ethernet to its I/O options along with SD cards, USB and Wi-Fi 6. The PocketCloud has already attracted nearly 20 times its original goal as a result of its ongoing crowdfunding campaign.

The Redtiger F17 Elite dash cam has just made its debut in the US. Redtiger’s new dash cam features three Sony sensors (front, cabin, and rear), full-color night vision, 4K video recording, an IPS touchscreen display, and dual HDR. Plus, it also has GPS tracking and supports voice control.

CRKD has partnered with Coffee Stain Studios to announce special editions of its Nitro Deck and Neo S Controller to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the latter's popular video game, Goat Simulator. The special edition products are available to pre-order ahead of their release at the end of the month.

Even with magnetic connectivity, new Joy-Cons aren't the only anticipated Switch 2 accessory. Nintendo has submitted FCC documents featuring a device that resembles the Switch Pro Controller. Among other changes, the Switch 2 Pro Controller will offer a headphone port.

Nitecore is launching a new keychain flashlight called the Tini 3. It can be charged via USB-C and features a small display, which is useful due to the many different settings including one for the light temperature that can be adjusted between 3000 and 6500 Kelvin.

CRKD’s new Neo S Linkin Park 5-Fret Fortnite Festival Edition wireless gaming controller is now available for pre-order via its official website. The wireless gaming controller features artwork inspired by the Linkin Park instruments in the Fortnite festival. Other features include hall effect thumbsticks, remappable back buttons, swappable stick tops, adjustable triggers, and wireless connectivity.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox now comes in a new color reminiscent of the original translucent Xbox console. It is already available for pre-order but won't begin shipping until May 2025.

In our Keychron keyboard reviews, we've always praised Keychron Launcher as a strong point for its ease-of-use, broad customisation, and support for macros. A new sweeping update makes Keychron Launcher even more powerful, thanks to the addition of SOCD, individual per-key RGB customisation, and debounce control options.

The MGP01 is a new wireless controller produced by Minisforum. Available for less than its MSRP for the time being, the Minisforum MGP01 boasts almost a day's battery life with Hall effect triggers and joysticks, plus RGB lighting galore.

The Gamesir G8 Galileo typically costs less than the Backbone One mobile phone controller despite the former having better features. Now Amazon is offering a discount on the Gamesir controller that even widens the price gap, making it worth grabbing.

The Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds are designed to reproduce high-resolution music with powerful, immersive sound while canceling out background noise. The earbuds are tuned to allow the natural essence of the music to emerge without excessive coloration.

The Scuf Envision Pro wireless PC-only gaming controller is now 22% off on Amazon in the US, reaching its lowest-ever price. The wireless gaming controller features five remappable G-keys, OMRON mechanical switches, adjustable instant triggers, and a customizable RGB lighting strip. It offers side-mounted SAX buttons and is compatible with only Windows PCs.

The latest Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are now on sale for less than $150, courtesy of a massive discount on Woot. With Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), more than 30 hours of battery life with the charging case, and IP57 protection, the discounted price makes the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro an excellent deal.

ESR asserts that its Rebound Keyboard Case series are the best accessories for those with the latest iPads. They are backed to keep the new tablets at ergonomically optimal angles, and have backlit keys rated to stay on for up to two weeks per charge. The newer 360 variant leverages its magnetic feature to hold an iPad Air up in either portrait or landscape mode.

Black Shark has revealed the Blade 2 Power Bank 10000mAh with integrated cable in China. This accessory is a follow-up to an earlier model which offered wireless charging. Features include three outputs, an integrated display and a low current mode.

The problematic Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is forcing gamers to rely on the Amazon return policy. Despite its high cost, the esports controller suffers from malfunctioning buttons and stick drift.

The Baseus USB-C Cable with 90° Elbow has been launched in a new longer length in the US and several European countries. Like the original version, it is designed for mobile gaming or e-sports. Its features are identical to those of its predecessor, including 100W charging and a trickle charging mode.