Gadget

Porsche Design has presented the PDH80, a pair of over-ear headphones that feature ANC, a touch control panel and up to 75 hours of battery life. With an aluminium and leather build, the Porsche Design PDH80 has a premium design that competitors like the Sony WH-1000XM5 cannot match.

Hisense has unveiled the A85H series, a pair of Smart TVs with 4K and 120 Hz OLED display. Available in 55-inch and 65-inch screen sizes, the Hisense A85H series has 800-nit panels, HDMI 2.1 ports and 60 W speaker systems. The Hisense A85H starts at £1,499 and rises to £1,999 for the larger model.

The Bluetti PowerOak EB150 Portable Power Station 1000 W (1500 Wh) is currently selling with a €100 (~US$106) discount in Europe. The power station can charge a laptop for 21.3 hours or a small fridge for 8.5 hours. You can recharge the device via a wall outlet or solar panels in as little as four hours.

New Apple HomePod and updated Apple TV devices may be released within the next year, according to a report by Mark Gurman for Bloomberg. The upgraded HomePod would be closer to the original device, with size and audio quality to match. The new Apple TV model is slated to have greater processing power from an A14 chip.

Mammotion has revealed the KUMAR wireless robot lawn mower, designed for commercial use. The device can mow up to 12,000 m² (~129,167 ft²) between charges, and ultrasonic radar prevents the robot from bumping into pedestrians or pets. The LUBA lawn mower, recently released via a Kickstarter campaign, was shown alongside the KUMAR at spoga+gafa 2022

Have you ever wanted to 3D print with chocolate rather than plastics? You might now be able to, thanks to the new Wiiboox LuckyBot. It is a "food extruder", or a device touted to adapt a variety of FDM printers to compatibility with edible materials. Its maker asserts that a user can make all kinds of shapes and figures with high accuracy and definition.

Product listings for the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra have appeared on Amazon in several European countries, including the Netherlands, France and Italy. The robot vacuum has 5,100 Pa suction power and can mop at 3,000 rotations per minute. The device comes with a self-cleaning dock that allows up to seven weeks of hands-free cleaning.

The design of next-generation AirPods Pro earbuds and their associated charging case has emerged online. With minor visual changes between the AirPods Pro and AirPods Pro 2, Apple is expected to bring plenty of internal improvements, plus USB Type-C charging.

Apple could soon bring a higher resolution Bluetooth codec to the AirPods 3, AirPods Pro and AirPods Max. Code within a beta firmware suggests as much, which would bring the AirPods 3, AirPods Pro and AirPods Max closer to the feature sets of their competitors. Adopting a higher resolution codec could also improve battery life on these devices.

The Fengmi V10 4K Projector is now available globally via Banggood. The gadget has a 240 Hz refresh rate and 12 ms latency, which the company suggests gears the device towards gamers. The device can throw images up to 180-in across and supports HDR10+. You can cast to the projector via Apple AirPlay or connect through HDMI ARC and 2.1 ports.

The Anker 757 PowerHouse will launch in Germany on July 4. You can currently sign-up to the Anker mailing list to receive a €300 (~US$316) discount on the product. The power station has a 1,227 Wh capacity and a maximum output of 1,500 W. Nine ports on the gadget include 100 W USB-C and 1,500 W AC outlets.

AYA NEO has brought the AIR series to the crowdfunding website Indiegogo. Available in multiple configurations, the AYA NEO AIR series starts at US$499 and rises to US$1,255 for the flagship Pro model. Shipment of AYA NEO AIR series orders should start in Q3 2022.

Xiaomi has just released its global variant of the Smart Band 7, with buyers in the UK and Europe already snapping up the attractive fitness tracker at temporarily discounted prices. Fans in the US can also now purchase the wearable directly from Amazon, but this appears to be the Chinese Xiaomi Mi Band 7 variant. Fortunately, there are cheaper alternatives to be found.

Volkswagen has confirmed it has plans for an upmarket, variant of the all-electric ID. vehicle line. The AERO is in fact being teased as a flagship of the series, although it is only aimed at one market. Then again, it only exists as design sketches showing a car of a long, flowing silhouette with hallmark e-VW accents.

Signify has unveiled new Philips Hue smart lighting products that will launch this summer. Included in the lineup is the Go portable table lamp with up to 48 hours of battery life. Also part of the range is the Perifo track lighting system, the Tap dial switch and the Signe gradient lamp, which comes with a new Wake Up feature.

A product listing for the ECOVACS DEEBOT T10 Turbo robot vacuum cleaner has appeared on Amazon Germany. The device has 5,200 Pa suction power and the OZMO Turbo 2.0 rotary mopping system. Plus, a self-cleaning dock will automatically empty the robot's dustbin, top up the water tank and clean and dry the mop.

IMILAB, a Xiaomi subsidiary company, is currently crowdfunding for the Smart Video Doorbell on Kickstarter. The gadget has a 4 MP camera and AI human detection technology. You can remotely answer your door with two-way HD-video calling or using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands.

Twelve South has launched the HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand. You can use the 3-in-1 gadget to simultaneously charge an iPhone, an Apple Watch and AirPods, with a full charge taking around 150 minutes. A MagSafe charger suspends your phone upright while charging, allowing you to continue to use the device.

Toyota has unveiled the O-Uchi Kyuden battery storage system, designed for use in the home. While you can use the gadget daily, it could be advantageous in a power cut. The device has a rated capacity of 8.7 kWh and a rated output of 5.5 kWh. Plus, you can use an intelligent photovoltaic system to regulate your energy consumption at different times of day.

The Bluetti EB70 Portable Power Station is currently discounted in Europe, with a £100 (~US$123) or €50 (~US$53) saving. The device has multiple ports, including 230 V AC outlets, 100 W USB-C ports and a 15 W wireless charging pad. Plus, you can recharge the LiFePO4 battery with a 716 Wh capacity in four hours.

Mark Zuckerberg has shown what VR-related projects Meta is currently working on. With at least four prototypes in play, Meta hopes to release a consumer device with better optics, improved depth of field and HDR support, among other changes.

Xiaomi has revealed the Electric Scooter 4 Pro with 45 km of range and a 25 km/h top speed. The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro will be orderable later this year, with prices starting at €799 in Europe.

The Anker 321 Power Bank (PowerCore 5K) is now available in European countries, including the UK and Germany. The device has a 5,200 mAh battery allowing it to charge an iPhone 12 fully; PowerIQ technology enables fast charging at up to 12 W. The portable gadget has USB-A and USB-C ports and weighs 4.2 oz (~118 g).

Lenovo has teased the MOZI through Red Dot, a unique take on the laptop. With a retractable keyboard, the Lenovo MOZI has no display or trackpad. Instead, Lenovo equips the MOZI with a projector with a separate screen onto which it will project images. The Lenovo MOZI could project content onto a nearby wall too, among other uses.

EarFun has launched the UBOOM L portable Bluetooth speaker. The device is waterproof with an IP67 rating and up to 16 hours of playback time. The gadget has many features, including Stereo Pairing and voice assistant compatibility. Various settings optimize the sound output for your environment, and JumboBass technology enhances lower frequencies.

The Mi Band 6 was incredibly popular last year and it appears its direct successor, the Xiaomi Band 7, toes a similar line. Currently only available in China, Xiaomi has now confirmed that it has sold over a million units of the smartband, less than a month after it made its debut.

The newly launched Anker 535 USB-C Hub for iMac is currently on offer at Amazon; Prime customers in the US can purchase the device for US$53.99. The gadget has multiple ports, including USB-A and USB-C, with up to 10 Mbps file transfer speeds. Also included on the device are SD and microSD card slots.

The Hummer EV is the stalwart GMC extra-wide, 9,000lb truck made electric. It currently starts for just over US$80,000 in the US - however, according to the latest report, it is set to get even more expensive than that imminently. Its alleged new mark-up seems to have no effect on its availability, however.

NOMVDIC has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for the X300 projector. The device can throw images measuring up to 100-in across with up to 350 ANSI lm brightness. Custom-built Harman Kardon speakers provide an immersive sound experience, and you can stream content to the gadget via a smart device.

The FCC has confirmed full technical specifications for the PocketBook Era, the company's latest eReader. The PocketBook Era will begin shipping next month with either 16 GB or 64 GB of storage, starting at US$199.99.

The SwitchBot Lock has been revealed, enabling you to turn your regular locks into smart locks. There are multiple ways to unlock the gadget, including via an app, voice commands, an NFC tag or your fingerprint; some additional SwitchBot products are required to access all unlocking methods. The battery-powered device will go on sale on June 20th for US$99.99.

MECOOL has started selling the KP1, a 1080p projector that can create up to 240-inch images. Sold with the MECOOL KD5 streaming stick, the MECOOL KP1 runs Android 11 on Android TV with access to the Google Play Store.

Xiaomi is crowdfunding via its mall platform in China for the Mijia Sleeping Wake-up Light. The gadget can help get you to sleep and wake you up naturally using light and sound. The gadget has 198 LEDs, delivering a light temperature range of 1800 to 4000 K. You can control the device using built-in buttons or the Mijia app.

DJI has introduced the RS 3 series and the Transmission, a video transmitter that will begin shipping in September. In comparison, the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro will be available within the next few weeks, with the RS 3 set to arrive before the RS 3 Pro.

The Xming Mini Projector Q1 SE is currently selling at 33% off the standard retail price in Europe. The portable device can generate images up to 120-in across with a 1080p native resolution. A sound system with two 3 W speakers is built into the machine, plus the projector supports screen mirroring from various Android and iOS devices.

Apparent marketing images of the DJI Avata and new DJI FPV Goggles have leaked. Showing several design changes from the DJI FPV and DJI FPV Goggles V2, the pair are expected to debut next month, after the release of the DJI RS3 and RS3 Pro.

Philips has finally started offering the Screeneo U4, an ultra-short-throw projector revealed in February. Shipping in August 2022, the Screeneo U4 is available at a 50% discount when ordered through Indiegogo. The Screeneo U4 can create between 15-inch and 80-inch projections at 1080p and 60 Hz.

TP-Link has launched a new Kasa Smart Plug Mini that supports Apple HomeKit. The gadget is also compatible with Samsung, Amazon and Google smart home systems. You can use the device to control non-smart devices in your home and monitor your energy consumption in real-time.

ProximiKey has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its first product, the ProximiKey Padlock. The device uses NFC technology to allow you to keylessly open the lock with your smartphone. An accompanying iOS app lets you control the gadget and share access with friends and family; an Android app will be released early next year.

Chevrolet has released a new teaser image of the Blazer EV, which is set to be officially unveiled on July 18th. The first version of the car, with a Super Sport trim, is expected to be available in Spring 2023. Further details about the vehicle, such as its range, acceleration and price, are yet to be revealed.

Samsung has launched the Crystal 4K UHD Smart TV 2022 series in India. The TV can upscale content to 4K and supports HDR10+. You can use multiple modes on the gadget, such as Film Mode and Auto Game Mode with ALLM. Ports on the bezel-less TV include USB and eARC HDMI, and you can control the device with Bixby, Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 will debut soon as a rival to the upcoming Apple AirPods Pro 2 and Google Pixel Buds Pro. A new leak has now revealed information on when the premium earbuds can be expected, as well as what colorways they will arrive in.

In addition to the generous battery life of up to 10 hours, the new HyperX MIX come with both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity for increased device compatibility. A USB-C adapter is also included, so gamers can enjoy these earbuds with their smartphones and tablets, but also with their laptops and desktop PCs.

The Amazfit GTS 4 Mini smartwatch has been spotted in FCC filings, indicating that the forthcoming Amazfit GT 4 series from Zepp Health will feature at the very least three smartwatches. However, it is possible that number will be added to by the presence of a Pro model. The Amazfit GT 3 series featured only three SKUs but the GT 2 range had five watches to choose from.

Lightyear has unveiled the Lightyear 0, a car powered partly by a solar panel on its roof. The vehicle will go into production in the Fall, with deliveries expected to start in November. The car has a 625 km (~388 miles) range and a top speed of 160 kph (~99 mph). The company estimates that the car could last for around seven months between charges in a sunny climate.

The Xiaomi MI TV EA Pro 2022 series is now available to pre-order in China. The 4K TVs have MEMC image enhancement technology and support for DTS audio decoding. A thin bezel surrounds the device, with an overall 95.1% screen-to-body ratio. The MIUI TV 3.0 OS allows you to stream from various services and control the gadget with voice commands.

Adaprox has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the Fingerbot sense, a touchless button-pusher that can be controlled remotely via Zigbee or Bluetooth. You can command the gadget with a remote, via an app or with voice commands. Plus, you can adapt the device for various buttons, such as long-press or toggle switches.

Amazon Blink’s first video doorbell is now available. The gadget has a 1080p day camera, infrared night camera, and built-in two-way audio. You can choose to receive phone or Alexa voice notifications when the doorbell rings or motion is detected. A bundle including the video doorbell and a Sync 2 Module is currently US$25 off in the US.

The Bluetti AC200MAX power station is currently on offer in Europe. The device has a 2,084 Wh LiFePO4 battery and various ports such as AC outlets, 18 W USB-A ports, a 100 W USB-C port and 15 W wireless charging pads. A £200 (~US$243) discount is currently available in the UK, with a €310 (~US$323) offered in other European countries.

Arlo has released two new wireless outdoor security cameras, the Pro 4 XL and the Ultra 2 XL. Both devices are equipped with batteries that can run for a whole year between charges. Other features of the gadgets include a built-in spotlight and alarm system. Plus, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support enable you to integrate the cameras with your smart home system.