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DJI has confirmed that it plans to release new drones under the Mini 3 series. The confirmation arrives a few days after a pictured of the DJI Mini 3 Pro leaked, confirming its design and several specifications. Incidentally, the shell of a Mini 3 drone has appeared online too.

The Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2 is orderable outside China, having launched in Xiaomi's home market last year. The 4K laser projector can create up to 150-inch images while supporting Dolby Vision and MEMC, among other features.

A US retailer has leaked some Samsung QS95B QD OLED TV specifications by publishing an early listing for the device. Samsung has released little information about the device so far, and a release date is still to be confirmed.

Xiaomi has revealed the Buds 3T Pro, a premium pair of earbuds that cost €169. The Buds 3T Pro supports ANC, Qi wireless charging and the LHDC 4.0 codec. Xiaomi sells the Buds 3T Pro in Carbon Black and Gloss White colourways.

Xiaomi has started selling the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 series in Europe, which includes the Mop 2S, Mop 2 Pro and the Mop 2 Ultra. All robot vacuums feature LDS laser navigation systems but offer different levels of suction power and battery capacities. The Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 series starts at €299 for Mop 2S and rises to €799 for the most expensive model.

A new smart mop vacuum, the Smartmi Pioneer A1, is now available to pre-order. The device has a unique design for enhanced performance and self-cleaning abilities.

A report from mysmartprice suggests that Xiaomi may soon release a 100-inch TV. The website spotted information about the 'giant tv' on multiple certification websites, but limited product specifications have been revealed so far.

Word on the grapevine has now provided a list of improvements expectant fans can look forward to in the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4. The premium foldable will debut at Unpacked in August, expectedly alongside the Z Flip4 and Galaxy Buds Pro 2.

Reports a while ago claimed Samsung was set to launch new Galaxy Buds later this year. It appears now that the Buds in question are the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 which will debut alongside the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 at Unpacked in August.

Mijia, Xiaomi’s smart home brand, has unveiled the Curtain Companion, a smart adapter for your soft furnishings. The device has timed modes and can use a light sensor to adjust the amount of natural light in your room automatically.

Banana Pi has showcased a new computer-on-a-module (COM) based on the Rockchip RK3588. The COM mimics the Raspberry Pi Compute Module and requires a carrier board for ports. The new board can be configured with up to 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. It also supports Android 12 and Linux distributions.

Rumors reported by ETNews suggest that the Galaxy Watch5 will have a built-in thermometer. The company claims that Samsung has developed new technology to resolve issues with existing temperature sensing tools.

Bang & Olufsen has reduced the price of its flagship Beoplay H95 headphones. The Beoplay H95 has received over a 30% reduction from its £779 MSRP, undercutting the AirPods Max to boot. The Beoplay H95 has a pair of 40 mm drivers, offers up to 50 hours of battery life and supports Qualcomm's aptX Adaptive codec, among other features.

8BitDo has launched a new Xbox-style controller. The controller is available in black and white, with pro paddle buttons on the back. The device comes with software that enables you to customize parts of the controller, such as the sensitivity of the trigger buttons.

The Dance electric bike subscription service is coming to new cities across Europe, including Vienna and Paris. Dance has also announced a new electric moped available to riders in Germany.

More details about the upcoming DJI Mini 3 have emerged, courtesy of a renowned drone leaker. Reputedly, DJI may launch three Mini 3 models, including the recently leaked Mini 3 Pro.

Tern has revealed the Quick Haul electric bike series. The new cargo bikes have a lower price point than their predecessors and are accompanied by a range of modular accessories.

Volkswagen has teased the interior of its long-awaited electric bus ahead of its imminent debut. The ID. Buzz is thus revealed as a vehicle finished with a selection of sustainable upholstery and material choices with "intelligent" Easter eggs and features.

Roborock has released the Q7 Max+, another robot vacuum with an auto-empty dock. The Q7 Max+ also features LiDAR, up to 4,200 Pa of suction power and can clean 300 square metre rooms.

Analogue has announced when it will be shipping the Analogue Pocket for Group A pre-orders. The retro gaming handheld is still available to pre-order for US$219.99, but new orders will not arrive until next year.

Zeblaze has unveiled the Stratos 2 smartwatch, which features an AMOLED display and a SpO2 monitor. The device also comes with integrated GPS that you can use for up to 40 hours between charges.

With Apple's 'Peek Performance' event just around the corner, there is plenty of speculation about what the company has planned. Supposedly, Apple will release a cheaper monitor and a new compact desktop machine called the Mac Studio. Renders for both have leaked, although the iMac Pro and Mac Pro are now said to have been delayed. There are reports of the Apple M2 being tested in multiple versions of macOS too.

New renders of Samsung's upcoming premium foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold4, have now surfaced in the wild. While nothing indicates that these renders are official, they still manage to show off the foldable with a camera module design akin to that of the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Google has received approval for a patent for skin interface technology. The filing suggests that Google might use this tool to control earbuds and smartwatches through tap and swipe gestures on the skin near the gadgets.

A 'molecular beverages printer', the Cana One, is now available to pre-order from Cana. You can use the gadget to print drinks on demand, from thousands of flavors, with the ability to personalize the beverage to your taste.

Segway has unveiled the Ninebot KickScooter D series. Three electric scooters are in the range, travelling up to 24 miles (38 km) between charges.

Bowers & Wilkins has introduced the Panorama 3, the third generation of its premium soundbar. Compared to the Panorama 2, the Panorama 3 offers Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX and Dolby Atmos support, plus 13 drivers that output up to 400 W. The Panorama 3 is available in multiple markets and retails for US$999

Razer has presented the Huntsman Mini Analog, a 60% keyboard with Razer's in-house analog optical switches. The Huntsman Mini Analog is the first of its kind in that regard and sells for US$149.99 in the US.

The ONEXPLAYER mini is now available with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U processor and two screen configurations, HD (1,280 x 800) and FHD (1,920 x 1,200). Both variants ship with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of storage. Prices start at 5,299 CNY ($840).

The DJI Mini 3 Pro could be around the corner, along with a non-Pro model. It appears that DJI has redesigned its Mini drone for its third generation, which could launch as soon as next month. Other DJI products will be arriving throughout 2022 too.

Pioneer has seemingly resurrected the optical drive, straight of the early 2000s, by launching the BDR-213JDK. This optical drive supports 21 different Blu-ray, CD, and DVD formats, and is currently available for purchase in Japan.

Polestar has revealed a new electric concept car, the O2. The hardtop convertible has unusual features, such as an integrated drone, and has been designed with sustainability as a priority.

A research team from the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia has designed a solar panel that simultaneously generates electricity and collects water to grow crops.

Sonos has launched the Roam SL, a scaled-back version of the Sonos Roam. The cheaper model arrives without microphones and no Amazon Alexa support, albeit while sharing its sibling's design. The Sonos Roam SL will start at US$20 and €20 cheaper than the Sonos Roam.

Eufy has announced the Video Smart Lock 3-in-1 gadget with a fingerprint scanner plus video doorbell and security camera capabilities. The company is currently accepting pre-orders via Kickstarter.

Bang & Olufsen has showcased the Beosystem 72-22, a system that features the Beogram 4000c, a pair of Beolab 18 stereo speakers and a Beoremote Halo remote control. The Beosystem 72-22 marks the Beogram 4000's 50th anniversary and will be limited to 30 units globally.

VESA has announced that DisplayPort 2.0 labels will specify what bandwidth they offer in a bid to avoid HDMI 2.1-related confusion. VESA's certification program will include DP40 and DP80-certified cables that will denote 40 Gbps and 80 Gbps compatibility, respectively.

At MWC, AVM has announced the FRITZ!DECT 302, a smart radiator controller. The device can be installed on most radiator valves and has many energy-saving features.

The Screeneo U4 is a new ultra-short-throw projector from Philips. The gadget has AI technology that enables features such as autofocus and automatic four corner correction. At 12-in from the projection surface, the device can display an 80-in image.

Huawei has introduced the MatePad Paper, a compact tablet that offers excellent battery life and a high-resolution E Ink display. The MatePad Paper costs €499 in the Eurozone with a Huawei M Pencil and a Folio Case.

A new TicWatch has been teased by Mobvoi on Twitter, suggesting it will have new cardiovascular health monitoring technology. Previous leaks from XDA Developers provide information on precisely what functionality might be included in the gadget.

VR company holoride will use HTC Vive Flow glasses when it launches its in-car experience technology later this year. The entertainment merges XR with the vehicle's movements for an immersive experience without inducing motion sickness.

Garmin has filed a patent for a new solar charging OLED display in the US. This technology could mean that consumers no longer need to choose between the high-quality display and ‘never ending’ battery life available through solar energy.

A non-invasive continuous glucose monitor wearable from Movano Inc. has taken an important step on its development path by finishing a second approved pilot study. Testing involved people with type 1 diabetes comparing results from finger-stick methods and existing CGMs with those produced by the Movano prototype wearable.

AYA NEO has started selling the AYA NEO NEXT through Indiegogo, where it has already grossed over US$200,000 in backing. The AYA NEO NEXT is available in three memory configurations, all with Ryzen 7 5825U APUs. The AYA NEO NEXT starts at US$1,335 and should start shipping in mid-April.

Crestron, a brand specialising in smart home technology, is launching LED smart lights. You can set the bulbs to brighten and dim to match your circadian rhythm, or you can use the company's SolarSync technology to adapt your lighting to fit the color temperature outdoors automatically.

The Spotify Car Thing retails for US$89.99, but it also requires a Spotify Premium subscription. The device can be controlled using its touchscreen, physical buttons or voice commands. Spotify is only shipping the Car Thing in the US, for the time being.

Samsung has revealed its lineup of Neo QLED TVs, which will be available for pre-order across Europe in March this year. The new range features upgrades to the image detailing and surround sound, plus features aimed at gamers.

In a recent support article, Google has detailed an issue that prevents batteries in its Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell devices from charging at cold temperatures. This problem is not exclusive to Google devices, with other outdoor smart home gadgets also impacted.