Gadget

Xiaomi has launched three new sizes of its TV ES Pro device in China. The TV has a 4K display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, plus support for VRR and HDR technology. The new models are similar to the 86-in variant released earlier this year. However, the latest devices have a smaller sound system with built-in 12.5 W speakers.

Oura and Strava have announced a two-way integration, allowing users to move data between the two apps. The pairing will enable you to include exercise data logged in Strava on a different wearable in your Oura Readiness and Activity scores. You can then share your scores or exercise with your followers on Strava.

A product listing for the LG 4K OLED evo ART90 TV has appeared in Germany. The TV, announced late last year, has a 4K screen with up to 120 Hz refresh rate. Part of LG’s Objet Collection, the TV has an unusual design with a sliding fabric screen cover and a lean-to stand. The gadget supports technologies such as Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Atmos and HDR10 Pro.

The Garmin Edge Explore 2 bike computer has been released. The gadget provides GPS navigation with safety features such as Incident Detection. The device can last up to 16 hours, and you can buy the Garmin Edge Power Mount accessory to charge it on the go. Plus, you can pair the Edge Explore 2 with various e-bikes for additional insights.

SilverStone has introduced the ECS07, an unusual device that resembles a thick SSD. However, the SilverStone ECS07 brings expands SATA 3.0 connectivity within a small form factor. The SilverStone ECS07 supports five SATA 3.0 ports running at 6 Gbps each; pricing has not been announced yet.

Toro has unveiled a new robotic lawn mower that uses cameras in place of LiDAR for its localization system. The cameras mean you do not need to use a boundary wire to keep the mower in place, and the robot can use them for obstacle avoidance. You can control the gadget with an app and set a mowing schedule, which it can recommend based on the weather forecast.

The Tertill Garden Weeding Robot is on sale in the US with a US$150 discount this Amazon Prime Day. The robot, from the inventor of Roomba, can identify and disrupt weeds as they grow in your vegetable patch or border. The gadget is purely solar-powered and can cover an area up to 200 ft² (~19 m²).

The Hearth Display, a family management device, is available to pre-order in the US. The gadget has a 27-in touchscreen which you can use to track your family's calendar and manage tasks. Each family member can have their own profile, including your children, who can use the display as a fun way to check off the steps in their daily routine.

AAEON and UP Board have introduced the UP 4000, a single-board computer powered by Intel x86 processors. Starting at US$116.10, the UP 4000 can be pre-ordered for up to US$233.10 with the Pentium N4200, 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB of flash storage.

The Nokia 5710 XpressAudio has set out to put the "feature" in feature phone, as it doubles as a charging case for its very own pair of TWS earbuds. It also packs 4G/LTE connectivity (with VoLTE), expandable memory and FM radio into its classic button-toting design.

Nokia's European feature-phone launch event of today (July 12, 2022) has re-imagined the 8210 for the 2020s. This updated model's design matches that of the 1999 original closely - then again, that phone never had 4G/LTE, Bluetooth 5.0 or a 0.3MP rear camera. It will be available from August 2022 in its first few markets.

Nokia has introduced a number of new feature phones today - however, the 2660 Flip is the only one with dual displays. The new flip-capable model can also use dual-SIM 4G/LTE, has a flash to go with its main camera, and has expandable storage. The new little clamshell also has a removable battery and a 3.5mm jack.

EUAST is currently crowdfunding for its 3-in-1 Wireless Magnetic PD Fast Charging Cable on Kickstarter. The company claims this product is a world first, with three charging outputs to power your devices simultaneously. The gadget includes 3 W and 15 W wireless charging pads, plus a 66 W cable with adaptable magnetic head attachments.

SANDMARC has launched the Flex Dock, a charging station for Apple devices. You can mount Apple MagSafe chargers to the gadget for iPhones, AirPods and Apple Watches, including the Apple Watch 7 magnetic fast charger. Both the phone and accessory stands can be folded down flat or adjusted to the angle of your choice.

Banana Pi has introduced the BPI-Leaf-S3, a 65.25 x 26 mm device powered by the Espressif Systems ESP32-S3. Available for US$7.50, the Banana Pi BPI-Leaf-S3 also has 8 MB of flash storage, 2 MB of SPRAM, Wi-Fi 4 connectivity and dual 22-pin headers, among other features.

Xiaomi has released a 2022 version of its Laser Projector 1S. The new model has a 1080p resolution and is cheaper than the original 2020 4K model. The gadget has several AI features, including automatic image enhancement and auto-focusing. You can throw images up to 150-in wide and select from multiple modes, including a gaming mode with 40 ms latency.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series will make its debut alongside the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 at Unpacked next month. Ahead of that event, however, the smartwatches now appear to have been listed on official Samsung websites across Europe.

Amazfit is currently holding a Mid-Year Sale on its US website, with deals on a number of its smartwatches, even its latest models such as the T-Rex 2 and Bip 3 series. Its latest GTR and GTS flagships are also involved, as are slightly older "best-sellers" such as the GTS 2 Mini. These offers are available for a very limited time, however.

Beyerdynamic has introduced the Free Byrd, its first pair of TWS earbuds. With ANC, Transparency Mode and up to 11 hours of battery life, the Beyerdynamic Free Byrd contains plenty of features for its US$249 price tag. Beyerdynamic is offering the Free Byrd earbuds in multiple markets, not just the US.

The design of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro has leaked, a month before the earbuds' anticipated launch. Rumoured to be unveiled alongside the Galaxy Watch5 series and next-generation Galaxy Z foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro will feature an updated design and should launch in at least three colours.

INVZI is crowdfunding for a 140 W GaN Charger with Power Delivery 3.1. The compact device has three output ports and can be used to fast charge the M2 MacBook Air to 50% in 30 minutes. The company claims its 140 W charger is the smallest of its kind, 30% smaller than the equivalent Apple charger.

Roborock has introduced the S7 Pro Ultra, a robot vacuum that offers 5,100 Pa of suction and relies on a LiDAR navigation system. While the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra will retail for close to the retail price of the S7 MaxV Ultra, a hefty initial discount brings it below €1,000 with its 3-in-1 dock included.

ASUS has presented the Cetra True Wireless Pro with a wireless and wired design. Launching later this year, the Cetra True Wireless Pro supports Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound and aptX Adaptive, plus an ESS 9280 Quad-DAC if you use its bundled adapter. The ASUS Cetra True Wireless Pro will arrive with active noise cancellation (ANC) too, among other features.

DJI has released a firmware update for the Mini 3 Pro, its latest 249 g drone. Not only has the company updated the drone's firmware, it has also issued updates for its RC-N1 and RC remote controllers. All updates are rolling out now as over-the-air (OTA) updates.

Huawei has unveiled a competitor to the Apple AirTag, marketed simply as the Apple AirTag. The Huawei Tag and the Apple AirTag lookalike, and there are even some technical similarities between the two products. Unsurprisingly, Huawei undercuts the Apple AirTag on price.

IKEA has launched BETTORP; a portable LED lamp with a wireless charging base. You can use the stand to simultaneously charge two Qi-compatible devices or the lamp at 5 W. The dimmable warm white light has up to 150 lm brightness across three modes, which you can control via a button on the gadget.

Xiaomi has unveiled the TV A2 FHD 43-in. The device is similar to the recently released 4K TV A2 43-in, though the latest model has a lower resolution Full HD screen. The newer gadget also has a smaller sound system but supports Dolby Audio, DTS-X and DTS Virtual:X Sound. The price of the TV A2 FHD is currently unknown, but it is likely to be cheaper than the €449 TV A2.

The Amazfit Band 7 has appeared in some leaked renderings alongside a list of key specs and a purported, and somewhat reasonable, price tag. The Amazfit Band 7 will be entering a crowded fitness-tracker market and will have to face stiff competition from the likes of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7.

GPD has announced a new Indiegogo campaign for its upcoming handheld, the GPD Win Max 2. One can choose between an Intel Core i7-1260p and an AMD Ryzen 7 6800U processor. Prices start at US$999 for the former and US$899 for the latter.

An Indiegogo campaign for the Hoollow hidden wireless charging station has begun. You can use the gadget to wirelessly charge two Qi-compatible devices simultaneously via 10 W charging pads. The station is designed to be installed under your desk to minimize distractions from your phone while you work.

Xiaomi has now launched its latest and greatest fitness tracker yet, the Xiaomi Band 7 Pro, in China. The Band 7 Pro debuts with a watch-esque design, a buckle-style strap, new materials, built-in GPS, NFC, and a host of other features, all for a price tag that converts into about US$60.

The Cramer RM2700 is a new robotic lawn mower that can cover up to 2,700 m² (~29,063 ft²) between charges, with a runtime of approximately 70 minutes. You can control settings such as the cutting height and mowing schedule in an accompanying smartphone app. The gadget has 2G and 4G connectivity, plus built-in GPS, which helps to guide the robot accurately.

The T-Rex 2 is Amazfit's latest AMOLED smartwatch pitched at "extreme" or "outdoor" use, and is as such rated to have passed 15 military-grade tests of robustness. The OEM has decided to test these durability-enhancing attributes by partnering with a group that launches things over 100,000 feet into the air to see if the watch could survive such near-outer-space conditions.

Creoqode has introduced the Lyra+, a different take on the modern gaming handheld. Rather than utilising an x86-based AMD or Intel processor, the Creoqode Lyra+ relies on ARM hardware in the form of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4. The Creoqode Lyra+ also has an OLED display and a 6,000 mAh battery, among other features.

Nothing is preparing to refresh the Ear (1), soon to also be offered as the Ear (1) Stick. With a different charging case and the same price tag, it remains to be seen how Nothing will distinguish the Ear (1) from the Ear (1) Stick.

The latest model of the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe has been launched. The gadget supports Apple Watch Series 7 fast charging at the top possible speed, gaining 80% charge in 45 minutes. You can simultaneously charge a compatible smartphone at up to 15 W and AirPods at 5W.

Clockwork has started selling an adapter for the DevTerm Kit, allowing it to work with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4. Retailing for US$19, the adapter gives the CM4 SO-DIMM connectors and also comes with a heatsink and a Wi-Fi gain antenna.

The IKEA SYMFONISK shelf with wireless charger, revealed earlier this month, has been launched in Europe. The new product is an adapter for the SYMFONISK shelf speaker. The accessory has a wireless charging pad for Qi-compatible devices and an 18 W USB-C port that allows you to charge a second gadget simultaneously.

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has unveiled new Raspberry Pi Pico boards. Starting at US$5 for the Pico H, the Foundation has priced the Pico W and Pico WH at US$6 and US$7, respectively. While the Pico W and Pico H are orderable from today, the Pico WH will not launch until August.

Bosswerk has unveiled a range of portable solar generators. The flagship model, the largest of the three, has a 1.46 kWh capacity and peak power of 4,000 W. The device has multiple ports, including USB-A ports, AC outlets and a 60 W fast-charging USB-C port. The Powerstations will be available in mid-July in some European countries.

Xiaomi has now officially confirmed the imminent launch of its next fitness tracker. The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro will debut on July 4 alongside the Xiaomi 12S series, and will ditch the Band 7's design for a more watch-like look, a la Redmi Smart Band Pro.

Samsung has plans to release its first affordable foldable device in the future. According to word from Korean sources, the foldable is in development and will arrive in 2024 with a price tag equivalent to less than half of the Galaxy Z Fold3's.

Huawei is now offering the MatePad Paper in Europe, where it costs €499. The MatePad Paper ships with a 10.3-inch display, up to 28 days of battery life and runs HarmonyOS 2. Huawei bundles the tablet and E-Reader with a few accessories too, including a second-generation M-Pencil.

SHARGEEK is selling the new STORM2 Slim portable power bank via Indiegogo Indemand. The device has a 72 Wh or 20,000 mAh battery that can charge an iPhone seven times. USB-A and USB-C ports provide a total output of 130 W, with fast charging capabilities. You can control the gadget and view information about it via a touchscreen display.

ViewSonic is now offering its X2 projector in Europe and the US. Capable of creating up to 120-inch images, the ViewSonic X2 operates at 1080p with an LED light source that should last up to 30,000 hours before it needs changing. The ViewSonic X2 is orderable in both markets now.

The Philips PicoPix MaxTV projector is now available in Australia. The device can support resolutions up to 4K and cast images up to 120-in wide in True Full HD. The portable projector has up to four hours of life and weighs 1.96 kg (~4.4 lbs). The gadget is based on Android TV and has two integrated 12 W speakers.

The IKEA SYMFONISK Shelf Wi-Fi Speaker is currently on sale. In the UK, you can get £15 (~US$18) off with an IKEA Family membership. In Australia, the company is offering AU$60 (~US$42) off the standard retail price. You can control the gadget using the IKEA Home Smart app or the Sonos app, and you can cast to the speaker via Apple AirPlay 2.

Toshiba has revealed new LiDAR technology in the form of a palm-sized projector, measuring 71 cm³ (~4.3-in³). The device can be used to increase the detection range of an autonomous vehicle to 300 m (~984 ft). The company claims that the system can accurately read road conditions for a safer driving experience.