Gadget

Polestar has noted that its recently-unveiled concept of an open-top electric roadster met with immense "positive reception" - so much so, in fact, that the brand is going to turn it as a commercial car. It will launch as the Polestar 6 LA Concept edition and is projected to achieve 150+ mph speeds - however, it will also be available in limited numbers and at a potentially shocking price.

MediaTek has unveiled the T830 as a new platform for the router-, Mi-Fi-, or CPE-type devices of the future. It is Wi-Fi 7 capable, and can handle 4G, 5G, up-to-10Gb/s Ethernet or Wi-Fi 6/6E inputs as well. The SoC is also compatible with battery power, and is touted as light on power use in these cases.

Creoqode has confirmed that the Lyra+ will not be shipping, owing to increased production costs. Worse still, the company has cancelled the entire project, dashing hopes of a gaming handled based on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) ever materialising.

Allwei is currently crowdfunding for the 2000 Pro portable power station on Kickstarter, with delivery limited to customers in the US. The device has a 2,264 Wh capacity and 13 ports, such as AC, USB-C and USB-A. The gadget has a maximum output of 2,000 W and can be recharged via solar panels or alternative methods.

The Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K) is now available in countries including Germany, the US, UK and Netherlands. The portable gadget has two 140 W USB-C outputs and an 18 W USB-A port. The device is compatible with over 1,000 devices and can be recharged fully in under one hour.

The Harbor Dynamics SuperCam is crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The portable gadget combines a security camera with a power bank. The 1080p camera can capture video, images and sound, which you can store locally or have automatically transferred to your phone. A power bank has a total output of 140 W with a 100 W USB-C port and 10 W wireless charging pad.

Anker has launched the eufy RoboVac L35 Hybrid robot vacuum and mop. The gadget has up to 3,200 Pa suction power, with various vacuuming and water flow modes available. LiDAR technology maps your house in real-time, and you can set virtual boundaries in the app. Plus, you can control the device with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

More details about the DJI Avata and its various accessories have leaked ahead of their launch later this month. From prices to a specific release date, it appears that DJI has finalised its next-generation FPV drone, which will debut with two head units.

The GlucoClip non-invasive blood sugar monitor project has been one of the winners of the 2022 Johns Hopkins Healthcare Design Competition. A group of Egyptian students based at the American University in Cairo are behind the creation of the GlucoClip, and they hope to eventually take the glucose meter to the global market.

The Sacosding smartwatch is available globally via AliExpress for US$50. The wearable is similar in appearance to the Apple Watch, with a 1.74-in rectangular AMOLED display. According to the product listing, features of the gadget include heart rate and blood pressure monitors, Bluetooth calling functionality and NFC unlocking.

The Gainbang K37 smartwatch, an outdoor sports watch, is available globally via AliExpress. The company claims that the device has up to 40 days of battery life plus SpO2 and heart rate monitors. The gadget has a waterproof casing, allowing you to wear it while swimming, with the ability to track various sports and exercises.

ESR's latest iPhone accessory is a wireless power bank designed to 'stick' to the back of one of its compatible devices, even while it is in use, thanks to the OEM's in-house HaloLock system. Then again, the user can also put their 12- or 13-series down to watch something at an angle with the new mini power bank, and also charge something else using the gadget's USB type-C port.

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Buds2 Pro at its Unpacked event today. The Galaxy Buds2 Pro features improved ANC over the Buds2 and comes with IPX7 protection and support for Samsung's proprietary Seamless Hi-Fi codec for 24-bit audio. The Buds2 Pro are also slated to offer improved battery runtimes and can better distinguish between noise and human voices.

Samsung launched the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro at the company's Unpacked Event today. Both the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro essentially share a common feature set and sport improved sensors, increased battery life, and sapphire crystal glass protection. The Watch5 Pro also comes with the ability to be used as an outdoors watch with enhanced GPS-based turn-by-turn and track-back navigation.

The RealPower PB-10000 Solar power bank has been launched in Germany. The portable gadget is equipped with a 37 Wh battery pack, allowing you to charge smartphones and laptops on the go. Outputs on the device include USB-A and USB-C ports and a 10 W wireless charging pad. A 0.8 W solar panel recharges the power bank, which you can also charge via USB-C.

The Xiaomi Mi Projector 2S was unveiled and will soon begin crowdfunding in China. The gadget can cast images up to 120-in across with a 1080P resolution. You can connect a games console to the projector via an HDMI 2.1 port, with a gaming mode providing 40 ms latency. The device has built-in speakers with support for Dolby Audio.

The WEJOY touchscreen projector is crowdfunding. The device has a touchscreen, allowing you to interact with the image with your hands or a stylus. The projector can cast images up to 300-in wide with a 1080P resolution. You can cast to the portable gadget via AirPlay and Bluetooth or connect via various ports.

Sennheiser has unveiled its latest pair of over-ear headphones, the Momentum 4 Wireless. Replacements for the ageing Momentum 3 Wireless, the Momentum 4 Wireless promises to deliver excellent battery life, improved noise cancellation and better sound quality than its competitors. The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless is orderable in multiple markets now and will start shipping later this month.

EXCITRUS' latest deals include one for its NitroCharge 120 Pro, a power bank rated for up to 120W of power output thanks to its support for USB-PD at up to 100W and MagSafe wireless charging. Therefore, the OEM claims the gadget can charge a MacBook Pro to 50% in 1 hour, and can also power an 12- or 13-series iPhone on its lid.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 are set to debut on August 10 as the first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 foldables of the year. They will be joined later by OPPO's alternatives: the OPPO Find N Fold and Find N Flip, with the Chinese company likely hoping to snag some market share from Samsung in that segment.

Nokia has updated the ultra-budget 110 4G it sells in India for 2022. Apart from an updated design and new colors, it seems to have much the same specs as its immediate predecessor. For something even more renewed and with extra retro charm, the 8210 4G has now been unleashed alongside it.

iFMARS has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Magic Dock, a 140 W 5-in-1 smart charging hub. The gadget offers PD 3.1 fast charging via a 140 W charging port, fully charging a 2021 MacBook Pro 16 in 90 minutes. Other outputs on the dock include more USB-C ports, a USB-A port and a 10 W wireless charging pad.

The Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread is now available in the US. The smart home gadget has been designed exclusively for Apple HomeKit, meaning you can control it with the Apple Home app or Siri voice commands. The device can work in any home, allowing you to install the switch with or without neutral wires.

The mophie powerstation pro is available at the Apple Store and directly from the company. You can use the power bank to simultaneously charge two devices, via USB-C, with a combined output of 45 W. The portable gadget is lightweight, weighing 1 lb (~0.5 kg) and comes with a two-year warranty.

Retroid has announced and started accepting pre-orders for the Pocket 3, a 4.7-inch gaming handheld that looks like the Nintendo Switch Lite. Available from US$119, the Retroid Pocket 3 will start shipping later this month with up to 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage, among other features.

According to a new leak, Nothing is not only working on the Nothing Ear (1) Stick, but also a second-generation model by the name of the Nothing Ear (2). Surprisingly, it seems that both products could launch soon, despite the absence of other second-generation Nothing products.

NVIDIA has launched new developer boards, some of which are already orderable in multiple markets. The company has also confirmed that other Jetson modules will follow later this year, including Jetson AGX Orin 64 GB Production Modules.

The SunJack 60 W foldable solar panel is now available. You can connect the device to a power station, or you can charge gadgets directly via 40 W USB-C and 18 W USB-A ports. You can fold the four-panel device to make it easier to carry. Each panel is coated with an ETFE layer to make it weatherproof.

Ulefone touts its upcoming Armor 15 as the latest mobile device of the type that doubles as a charging case for TWS earbuds. On top of that, it is rated to ship with IP68/IP69K ratings and Android 12 out of the box - not to mention dual front-facing speakers and a >6,000mAh battery. The OEM will debut the rugged smartphone via Kickstarter shortly in August 2022.

Seeed Studio has started offering a new carrier board for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4). Transforming the CM4 into a router, the carrier board supports the standard Raspberry Pi HAT interface and provides 40-pin GPIO compatibility, among other features.

Xiaomi has unveiled the MiGu Headband, a prototype for a device that you can use to control smart home devices with your mind. Xiaomi Group engineers developed the gadget during the company's third online hackathon. The wearable uses an electroencephalogram to determine your thoughts and detect fatigue.

The EncroPi is a USB stick based on the RP2040 microcontroller. Billed as being capable of encrypting files quickly and securely, the EncroPi has a display, a real-time clock (RTC) and can be backed on Kickstarter for as little as £35.

An extensive leak has confirmed many details about the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Samsung's next pair of high-end earbuds. Due to be presented on August 10, the earbuds will feature long battery life, noise cancellation and waterproofing. Bluetooth 5.3 support should be onboard for the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro too.

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless should be arriving later this month, ahead of which numerous promotional images have leaked. Highlighting a fundamentally new design, the high-resolution images also provide more details about the upcoming headphones' features and specifications.

The Revolt HS-100 Powerstation & Solar Generator has arrived in Europe. The gadget has 2,200 watts of continuous load capacity and a 2,240 Wh battery capacity. There are 11 ports on the device, including 100 W USB-C with Quick Charge 3.0 technology. Plus, you can recharge the power station via mains or solar panels.

The launch of the Philips Hue Go portable light has been delayed until 2023. Unveiled earlier this year, the product was due to be released in the region late this summer, but a lengthy European certification process has held up production. The table lamp will launch in North America as planned in the coming weeks.

Ahead of Unpacked on August 10, a new leak has now revealed the supposed prices of the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4, and Galaxy Watch5 series in Europe. It appears most of the devices will be more expensive than their predecessors.

Hands-on images of the DJI Avata's first-person view (FPV) goggles have leaked online, confirming the accessory's design. Supposedly, the upcoming drone has taken another critical step on its road to market too.

The Edge 2.5D wireless monitor is currently crowdfunding. The touchscreen monitor is available with a 4K or 1080p display and up to 82 ft (~25 m) range from an accompanying mmWave transmitter. The gadget is compatible with various devices such as Mac, PC, Android and PlayStation. The monitor has built-in speakers and up to four hours of battery life.

Some of OnePlus' latest higher-end Android smartphones charge at up to 80W - however, the spec is not of use everywhere, in the car included. However, the brand has seen this and has an answer in the form of its latest charging accessory. It is rated to charge the latest 10T flagship in just 29 minutes, although it is also compatible with other devices from different OEMs.

Released back in 2014, the once popular item tracker called Tile sat largely unrivaled until Apple debuted AirTags in 2021. Stealing much of Tile’s market share among owners of Apple devices within the last year, AirTags offer a number of notable first-party features and expanded functionality compared to Tile trackers.

Valve has started rolling out new features and changes for the Steam Deck with SteamOS 3.3. According to Valve, the latest update provides more stable 5 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity, as well as allowing you to scale the Steam Deck UI on external displays, among other changes.

Leica has confirmed plans to release its first Laser TV. Leica has teamed up with Hisense, which already offers numerous Laser TVs like the 120L9-Pro and PX1-Pro. Dubbed the Leica Cine 1, the Laser TV will debut next month at IFA 2022.

Logitech and Tencent are looking to take a slice of the gaming handheld market. Having announced a partnership, the pair hope to release a 'cloud gaming handheld' later this year with a focus on NVIDIA GeForce NOW and Xbox Cloud Gaming services. A potential design for the upcoming handheld has surfaced too.

Porsche Design has launched the Conference Speaker PDS30, a portable Bluetooth device. Conference mode allows a two-way conversation with 360° voice coverage and a listening range of up to 3 m (~10 ft). Plus, speaker mode lets you play content from a connected device. The gadget can last 12 hours on a single charge and recharges via USB-C.

A Kickstarter campaign for the HyperDrive Thunderbolt 4 Power Hub has begun for US customers. The device can transfer data at up to 40 Gbps and supports connection to two displays simultaneously. Three 50 W downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports are available, with a fourth 96 W PD fast-charging port.

It seems that Pico is preparing to release another VR headset, following the launch of the Neo 3 Link earlier this year. Following the publication of an FCC listing in which the regulatory body revealed the headset's design, images of the Pico 4 Pro's controller have also leaked.

The BioLite SolarPanel 100 will launch on September 7. You can use the portable device to directly charge gadgets via USB-A and 45 W USB-C ports or connect it to a BaseCharge power station. The foldable 100 W panel has an analog sundial to help you optimize your set-up, with a built-in kickstand.