Gadget

Xiaomi has launched its Smart Blender in Germany and other European countries. You can use the gadget to process hot or cold liquids with various modes available and a capacity of up to 1,600 ml. You can control the device via a built-in OLED screen or the smartphone app, which comes with a recipe inspiration section.

The Anker 767 PowerHouse power station has been revealed. The device uses GaN technology and has a 2,048 Wh capacity thanks to a LiFePO4 battery. With a maximum power output of 2,400 W, twelve output ports and a suitcase-like design, the power station is suitable for camping or can be used as a home backup.

The Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner 2 hp is now available to pre-order in China. The gadget has up to 1,850 W of power and can provide warm or cool air at various heights. The device can be controlled with Xiao AI voice commands and is compatible with other Mijia smart home products.

JVC has unveiled the DLA-25LTD, a limited edition projector celebrating the 25th anniversary of its D-ILA technology. The device has a 4K native resolution but can deliver 8K quality images thanks to e-shiftX technology. Only 25 units will be released later this year, retailing for US$29,999.

The UGreen 140W PD3.1 Nexode Charger has launched in the UK, following a US release last month. You can use the gadget to simultaneously charge three devices, such as a MacBook, DJI Mavic 3, Nintendo Switch and iPhone. Plus, you can currently receive a 10% discount on the device at Amazon with an in-page voucher.

Banana Pi has started selling the BPI-PicoW-S3, a development board that follows the form factor of the Raspberry Pi Pico W. Supposedly more powerful than Raspberry Pi's effort, the BPI-PicoW-S3 is orderable now from US$5.50.

DJI has introduced the Mavic 3E and Mavic 3T, the sole members of the new Mavic 3 Enterprise series. Building on the regular Mavic 3 series, the Mavic 3E and Mavic 3T offer up to 45-minute flight times and even a thermal camera in the case of the Mavic 3T.

The Xiaomi Mijia Mini Washing Machine 3kg has been launched in China. The gadget is compact, taking up 18 m² (~1.94 ft²) of space, with an opening at the top of the device. You can adjust the gadget's settings via a touch control panel, selecting from various cycles such as a 15-minute quick wash.

The Fiido X may be one of the most successful e-bikes that started out on a crowd-funding website. Nevertheless, the OEM has announced that it will be releasing a new version for 2022. It is rated to offer a new zero-power mode, as well as improved security features, a new handlebar with a new screen and other new, possibly quality-enhancing, tweaks.

The Xiaomi Power Probe 5000mAh Lipstick Edition lightweight power bank has been launched in China. The portable gadget weighs 127 g (~4.5 oz) and is roughly the size of a lipstick. You can charge devices, such as the iPhone 13 and new Xiaomi CIVI 2, at up to 20 W via USB-C. Plus, you can fully recharge the power bank in 1.5 hours.

iRobot has unveiled the Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum and Mop, available to pre-order in the US and shortly launching in the UK. The company claims the gadget has a unique mop retraction system to ensure your carpets do not get wet. Plus, the device is compatible with the Clean Base auto-emptying docking station.

Epson has released the EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 Portable Projector. The device is a cheaper model, costing US$429.99, with an unusual 1,280 x 800 px resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio. You can connect to the device via HDMI and USB ports, plus the gadget has a built-in 5 W speaker.

Optoma has unveiled the GT2160HDR 4K UHD short throw gaming projector. The gadget can throw images up to 300-in (~762 cm) wide with various aspect ratios, including 32:9 super-ultra-wide. Other gaming features include a 240 Hz refresh rate at 1080p with a 4 ms input lag and HDMI 2.0 ports.

The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 Smart Portable Projector has been launched. The device can throw images up to 391-in (~993 cm) across with up to 3,000 lumens brightness. The portable gadget has built-in Android TV, allowing you to use apps like YouTube, cast with Chromecast and control the device with Google Assistant voice commands.

Anbernic has introduced the RG353V and RG353VS, two vertical retro gaming handhelds with 3.5-inch displays. Starting from US£89.99, the RG353V series costs up to US$142.99 with 256 GB of eMMC flash storage.

Xiaomi has launched a pre-sale for the Xiaomi Mijia Washing and Drying Machine 10 kg in China. The smart home gadget has a color touchscreen and can be controlled via the Mijia app. The machine has a 99.99% sterilization rate and intelligent features such as automatic detergent dosing and smart drying.

STIHL has revealed six new robotic lawn mowers in its iMOW range, which you can control with the iMOW app. The devices are suited to various lawn sizes up to 5,000 m² (~53,820 ft²), mowing at a speed determined by the mower's environment. Using an optional extension kit, the EVO models can climb gradients up to 60%.

The Xiaomi Mi Outdoor Camera AW300 is now available to pre-order in China. The 2K wide-angle camera has four lights, enabling full-color night vision of people up to 7 m (~23 ft) away. Plus, the smart home gadget has a two-way intercom system and a built-in alarm system to deter intruders.

Scheduled to start shipping in December, the handheld PC gaming consoles AYANEO GEEK and AYANEO 2 are now available via Indiegogo for special prices as low as US$300 less than the retail prices that start at US$949 and US$1,099. The main difference between the two is the display resolution: 800p vs. 1200p.

Samsung has partnered with Helinox to create a limited edition version of The Freestyle portable projector which will launch in Korea. The new version will feature a Helinox skin, and an accompanying battery carry case. The gadget weighs 830 g (~29.3 oz) and can throw images up to 100-in (~254 cm) wide with up to 550 LED lumens brightness.

The SENBONO Max7, a smartwatch with reported blood pressure and heart rate monitors, is available globally via AliExpress. Other features of the wearable include Bluetooth calling and music playback. Plus, using the gadget, you can make Alipay payments and receive money from friends.

The E500 smartwatch has been launched globally via AliExpress. The product listing for the wearable claims the device has many health tools, including blood glucose and body temperature sensors, using patented technology. The device has a 1.83-in touchscreen and connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth 5.1.

The Bluetti AC50S portable power station is currently discounted in Europe and the US, with up to €193 (~US$187) or US$100 off the regular retail price. The gadget has a 500 Wh battery and can be recharged via solar panels. Plus, the device has a maximum output of 300 W, with support for 45 W PD charging.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Water Purifier 1600G in China. The device can fill a glass with filtered water in around 2.1 seconds and can process 1,600 gallons of water. The gadget uses a six-stage filtration system, with the company providing free replacements for the RO filter for six years.

The Xiaomi Mijia All-Round 1S robot vacuum and mop is now available to pre-order in China. The gadget has up to 4,000 Pa of suction power and a dual-headed mopping system. The company claims the docking station is fully automated, with fresh and waste water pipes allowing it to empty the dirty water tank and replenish the fresh water for mopping.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Smart Bath heater in China. The device can warm or cool your bathroom using up to 2,400 W power, covering an area of 52 cm (~20.5-in) in width. Plus, the gadget has an integrated 1,100-lumen light. You can control the heater with an accompanying Bluetooth remote, the Mijia app or voice commands.

TCL has unveiled the Twin Cabin Q10 washing machine and dryer. The product has two drums. stacked one on top of the other, with a 42 L capacity. You can control the device using a smartphone app; features include a 35-minute deodorizing cycle and automated detergent dosing.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Smart Air Frying Oven 30 L. You can control the device using a built-in 1.32-in (~3.35 cm) touchscreen, Xiao AI voice commands or the Mijia app, where you can also find recipes. Plus, you can use the multipurpose gadget to fry, bake, BBQ or make yoghurt.

The ViewSonic M1 Pro projector has been launched. The device can throw 720p HD images up to 100-in (~254 cm) wide. The portable device is compact and weighs 33.5 oz (~950 g). You can cast content to the gadget from your smartphone and control the projector using the ViewSonic app.

Hisense has unveiled the PX1 TriChroma Laser Cinema 4K. The ultra-short throw device can produce images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide with up to 2,000 lumens brightness. The product has built-in Android TV, meaning you can control the gadget with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa voice commands.

Epson has unveiled a new projector, the Home Cinema 2350. The model is aimed at gamers, with the ability to throw images up to 500-in (~1,270 cm) wide. The device is capable of lag times under 20 ms with a 1080p 120 Hz resolution. Plus, 4K Resolution Enhancement Technology provides pictures at close to 4K.

The Optoma UHD35STx short throw projector has been announced. The device can cast images up to 300-in (~762 cm) across, with up to 3,600 lumens brightness. The company suggests you could use the gadget for gaming, with a 240 Hz refresh rate and 4 ms response time at 1080p.

The launch of Sony's next-generation VR headset may be a few months away, but the company has sought to demonstrate some of its most exciting features. Supposedly revolutionary and immersive, the PS VR2 will push 2,000 x 2,040 pixels per eye via its OLED displays.

DJI is preparing to release even more drones, having only just announced the Avata. While the Avata is a first-person view drone, DJI will use its 'Rise to the Call' event to showcase new enterprise drones. Rumoured to be the Mavic 3 Thermal and the Mavic 3 Enterprise, the pair will build on the existing Mavic 3 series.

Xiaomi is finally set to bring the Band 7 Pro over to the global market as the Smart Band 7 Pro. Ahead of its launch, however, a new leak has now revealed its pricing as well as other important details of the smartwatch-esque fitness tracker.

Google has taken a step closer to releasing a cheaper version of the Chromecast with Google TV. Billed as an HD version, the device is rumoured to launch for €43 in the Eurozone. In the meantime, the Android TV Guide has outlined practically all key Chromecast with Google TV (HD) specifications.

GPD has confirmed more information about the Win 4, its next gaming handheld. Set to do battle with the likes of the new ONEXPLAYER mini Pro, the GPD Win 4 will launch with a first-party dock, as well as a superior keyboard compared to the one found in its predecessor.

A pre-sale for the Xiaomi Face Recognition Smart Door Lock has launched in China. The gadget uses 3D structured light technology to scan your face in under one second accurately. You can also unlock the smart device using a fingerprint scanner, password or the Mijia App on your smartphone.

Khadas has started selling the Edge2, a single-board computer (SBC) that it claims will deliver 'ARM PC' performance levels. Equipped with the Rockchip RK3588S, the Khadas Edge2 is available in four configurations. Prices start from US$199.99, with early bird pricing set to end on October 31.

The SEGA Dreamcast may have launched over 20 years ago, but the console still has a cult following. Such is its enduring popularity, Dreamware Enterprises has created the VM2, an upgraded VMU that aims to resolve all the issues of the original model. Not only does the VM2 support all VMU functionality, but it also has overhauled internals.

A pre-sale for the Xiaomi Mijia Refrigerator Cross Door 430L has launched in China. The double-door fridge has compartments you can control with isolated temperatures and humidity settings. You can adjust the product's settings with a built-in touchscreen panel, Mijia app or Xiao AI voice commands.

The Hisense E8H TV will shortly launch in China. The 4K TV has several features for gaming, such as a 144 Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium. The mini LED-backlit display has up to 1,600 nits brightness and is available in 65-in and 75-in models, starting from 6,999 yuan (~US$998.70).

The Optoma CinemaX D2 Plus has been launched in Korea. The 4K ultra-short throw device has several gaming features, such as a 4.2 ms input lag and a 240 Hz refresh rate. The laser light source has a peak brightness of 3,000 lumens and is expected to last up to 30,000 hours when using ECO mode.

The BenQ TH690ST short throw projector is available in Europe. The device has several features aimed at gamers, such as an 8.3 ms response time at 1080p 120 Hz resolution. The gadget also supports 4K at 60 Hz, and a Game Mode enhances the image based on ambient lighting. The light source can last up to 20,000 hours with a peak brightness of 2,300 lumens.

The IMMOTOR BAY power station is a new portable power station with various colorful cases. The device is available in 543 Wh and 1,023 Wh versions, with a maximum power output of 100 W and PD fast charging support. Plus, the gadgets are lightweight; the BAY500 weighs 15 lbs (~6.8 kg), and the BAY1000 weighs 24 lbs (~11 kg). Update: Amended product weighs, charging times and capacities.

The Anker 555 PowerHouse is currently on sale in the US; you can purchase the product for US$899.99, saving US$200 off the regular retail price. The portable device, which has a maximum power output of 1,000 W and a 1,024 Wh capacity, will be launched shortly in Germany.

LG has launched its CineBeam HU915QE and HU915QB projectors in Canada. The 4K laser projectors can cast images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide, with a 0.19 throw ratio. The gadgets have a light source with up to 20,000 hours of light and brightness up to 3,000 ANSI lumens, plus a built-in 40 W sound system.

Amazon has quietly upgraded its Kindle Paperwhite 5 e-reader while at the same time launching its new Kindle 2022 model. While a lot of the headlines have targeted the all-new Kindle and its better display and lighter build, the storage upgrade handed to the Kindle Paperwhite 5 has come with a reasonable additional asking price that will tempt many avid readers.

Anbernic has introduced the RG353V, a closer relative of the RG353P that the company already sells. Equipped with a Rockchip RK3566 SoC and 2 GB of RAM, the Anbernic RG353V also has a 3.5-inch IPS display and should eventually be available in multiple colours.