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The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 and Mi Band 4C will be successors to the popular Mi Band 4 fitness tracker. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Band 5 gets certified while price and release date rumors surface; cheaper Mi Band 4C to be launched soon

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 has now been certified by the Taiwan National Communications Commission, and there are new rumors arising in regard to the upcoming wearable’s potential price and release date. The Xiaomi Mi Band 4C is also ap...

Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2020 12:22

Early reports billed the Surface Duo for a summer launch. (Source: The Verge)

New Microsoft Surface Duo leak paints a polarizing picture

The Microsoft Surface Duo is on the way and months after Microsoft's teaser, technical specifications of the foldable phone have now been revealed. Notable talking points include the choice of a last-gen SoC and a disappointing ba...

Ricci Rox, 17 May 2020 10:40

The Huawei P Smart S is an iterative upgrade to the budget P Smart (Image source: @evleaks)

Huawei P Smart S renders leak: 48MP triple camera, teardrop notch, Kirin 710, and no Google services. DOA compared to the Redmi Note 9?

Tipster @evleaks recently leaked what appear to be renders for Huawei's upcoming P Smart S budget smartphone. The P Smart S will likely sport the Kirin 710 SoC and has a triple camera array. However, head-to-head with the Redmi No...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 May 2020 10:08

Jetson Xavier NX: NVIDIA launches its powerful alternative to the Raspberry Pi with AI acceleration

The NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX is a particularly powerful single-board computer; well beyond the capabilities of Raspberry Pi 4 Model B. The board boasts special AI acceleration and is available to order for US$399.

Alex Alderson, 15 May 2020 19:45

The Mi TV Stick is essentially just a smaller Mi Box S. (Image source: Gearbest)

Gearbest confirms Xiaomi Mi TV Stick with 4K HDR and Android TV ahead of imminent release

Gearbest has confirmed that Xiaomi will be shortly releasing a Mi TV Stick. Building on the Mi Box S, the Mi TV Stick will support 4K HDR, DTS-HD audio, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2. The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick will come preloaded...

Alex Alderson, 15 May 2020 12:19

Huami is going to launch the Amazfit Ares rugged smartwatch on May 19. (Image source: Huami/Weibo)

The Amazfit Ares sporty smartwatch from Huami will be launched on May 19

Huami has been teasing a new product on the Chinese social network Weibo in the form of a sporty smartwatch. The somewhat rugged-looking Amazfit Ares is scheduled to be launched on May 19 and offers a host of features for smartwat...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 May 2020 11:36

Apple relies on an army of magnets to securely attach the iPad Pro to the Magic Keyboard. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple's Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro impresses in X-ray images

Apple's first keyboard case with trackpad for the iPad Pro is just as expensive as it is heavy. A new X-ray image has shown why it is the latter, and partly explains the former too. Featuring a design more complicated than that of...

Alex Alderson, 14 May 2020 18:58

NVIDIA is expected to announce the first details of the Ampere architecture on May 14. (Image source: NVIDIA via Wccftech)

NVIDIA teases the "world's largest graphics card" ahead of GTC 2020 keynote

NVIDIA is hyping up its GTC 2020 keynote by getting its CEO to literally pull a graphics card from an oven. Dubbed the "world's largest graphics card", the system is the first to be based on NVIDIA's upcoming Ampere architecture.

Alex Alderson, 12 May 2020 18:00

Tinker Edge R: Asus presents a new and powerful Raspberry Pi alternative with AI support

Asus has launched a new alternative to the Raspberry Pi. Called the Tinker Edge R, the single-board computer is well suited for AI applications thanks to its powerful components.

Alex Alderson, 12 May 2020 17:01

The AirPods Studio will apparently cost as much as the Beats Studio3 do. (Image source: Beats)

AirPods Studio: Advanced detection features and custom EQ headed to Apple's WWDC 2020-bound over-ear headphones

Rumoured to be launching for US$349, Apple's first over-ear headphones are also said to be jam-packed with advanced features. Sporting Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparency Mode like other AirPods, the AirPods Studio wi...

Alex Alderson, 12 May 2020 13:28

The Xiaomi Mi Display A1 is an affordable 23.8-inch monitor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Upcoming Redmi Display should be even cheaper than the Xiaomi Mi Display 1A external monitor; both companies have new monitor ranges planned

It has been reported that both Xiaomi and Redmi are working on new monitors. A planned 23.8-inch Redmi Display is expected to be even cheaper than the new Xiaomi Mi Display 1A external monitor. Xiaomi’s upcoming range will include...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 May 2020 13:06

The AirPods Studio will launch next month, apparently. (Image source: Alejandro Luengo - Unsplash)

WWDC 2020 to host the grand unveiling of the AirPods Studio, Apple's competitively priced over-ear headphones

Rumour has it that Apple has lent the AirPods brand to its upcoming over-ear headphones. Called the AirPods Studio, the highly-customisable headphones will debut at WWDC 2020 for a competitive US$349, putting them at parity with t...

Alex Alderson, 10 May 2020 23:12

GoPro released the Hero 8 Black last October. (Image source: GoPro)

GoPro Hero 8 or GoPro Max successor with dual-screens leaked ahead of probable Q3 2020 release

The first information about the next GoPro action camera has leaked. A successor to the GoPro Hero 8 or GoPro Max and, the unit will feature an updated UI, Bluetooth 4.2 and 802.11 ac Wi-Fi. The camera may even have dual-screens t...

Alex Alderson, 10 May 2020 21:16

Midian Zero-blu-ray Bedside Sleep Aid Lamp from Xiaomi. (Image source: Xiaomi/Youpin)

Xiaomi Midian Zero-blu-ray Bedside Sleep Aid Lamp is a sight for sore eyes as it banishes blue-light badness

Xiaomi is renowned for being innovative and now the Chinese OEM is claiming a world’s first with the Midian Zero-blu-ray Bedside Sleep Aid Lamp. The device, which is currently going through a crowdfunding campaign, is apparently t...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 May 2020 13:25

The Sony WF-SP800N is rated for up to 9 hours of battery life between charges. (Image source: Sony)

Sony launches the WF-SP800N, sports TWS earbuds with ANC, IP55 and up to 9 hours of battery life

Sony has introduced new completely wireless in-ears, which have strong features and one of the largest batteries of all TWS. The waterproof, durable earphones are perfect for athletes, but the feature set also makes them interesti...

Alex Alderson, 07 May 2020 22:19

The Core i9-10900K is a 10 core Comet Lake-S processor. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core i9-10900K surpasses 3,000 in Cinebench R15 running at 5.4 GHz; within touching distance of the AMD Ryzen 9 3900X and well ahead of the Core i9-9900K

AMD may have upped its game with recent Ryzen and Threadripper processors, but the Core i9-10900K shows that Intel still has something left to offer. Seemingly able to push 5.4 GHz and 1.35 V while scoring over 3,000 in Cinebench ...

Alex Alderson, 07 May 2020 14:02

The Surface Dock 2 expands the I/O of Surface devices with four USB-C ports and more. (Image source: Microsoft)

The Surface Dock 2 is Microsoft's apology for the lack of Thunderbolt 3

Microsoft still refuses to equip its Surface devices with Thunderbolt 3 ports, precluding many compatible third-party docks from being compatible with the likes of the Surface Book 3 or Surface Go 2. The Surface Dock 2, on the oth...

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 22:05

OKdo E1: An ultra-low-cost developer board

With the E1, OKdo has introduced a new developer board that is as small as it is affordable. Based on the NXP LPC55S69JBD100 microcontroller, the board has a host of other features, making it ideal for industrial IoT or automation...

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 21:58

The new Optix G27C5 is identical to its predecessor in almost every aspect. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Optix G27C5: The most pointless update of 2020?

The relatively inexpensive MSI Optix G27C4 has been replaced by a new model, albeit one that is arguably a downgrade. The Optix G27C5 is still a curved, 27-inch, 165 Hz and 1,080p monitor that has decent colour reproduction for a ...

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 21:47

The Xiaomi Youpin EDON foldable fan. (Image source: Xiaomi via Gizmochina)

Xiaomi presents a foldable pedestal fan that is also a humidifier and an air purifier

Released via its Youpin platform, the Xiaomi EDON is an extendable floor fan that also serves as a humidifier and air purifier. The fan is wireless too and can be used set on the floor.

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 21:40

Wireless charging via NFC is now a thing

NFC-based wireless charging will make its way to future smartphones

It will soon be possible to charge appliances using your smartphone's NFC chip. The Global NFC Forum just approved a standard that allows for wireless charging at 1W via the medium. It is meant for devices such as smartwatches, wi...

Anil Satyanarayana, 06 May 2020 20:02

The Surface spring hardware refresh, plus the Surface Earbuds. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft announces a trio of devices with the Surface Headphones 2, Surface Go 2 and Surface Book 3

Launched alongside the Surface Earbuds, the Surface Headphones 2, Surface Go 2 and Surface Book 3 will all start shipping later this month. The Surface Book 3 makes the jump to Ice Lake-U processors and up to a Quadro RTX 3000 GPU...

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 17:10

The Sonos ARC, Five and Sub (3rd generation). (Image source: WinFuture & @rquandt)

Leaks confirm updated and new Sonos speakers to launch on June 10

Details and marketing images of new Sonos speakers have leaked. Featuring a new soundbar, the trio of speakers will start at £499 and will launch on June 10.

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2020 13:58

Beanque 3-in-1 Coffee Maker Hands-On Review

The Beanque is a bean-to-cup coffee maker advertised as being ultra-portable and delivering "superior coffee". With USB Type-C charging, a conical ceramic burr grinder, a double-wallled filter, a measuring jug and a travel mug, th...

Alex Alderson, 04 May 2020 21:58

OPPO may have patented this, but...why though? (Source: WIPO)

OPPO patents a smartphone keyboard case

Phones with dedicated keyboards are more or less a thing of the past at this point. However, OPPO has patented a new product that may bring them back, albeit on an optional basis. The resulting "keyboard case" has a layout probabl...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 May 2020 20:32

Opinion | Haylou GT1 Plus Review: A tad more than you pay for

The Haylou GT1 Plus was one of the first cheap TWS earbuds to be powered by Qualcomm's QC3020 aptX HD-compatible chip. How good exactly is it, though, especially considering its meager US$25 MSRP?

Ricci Rox, 03 May 2020 16:42

The new PowerEgg X. (Source: PowerVision)

PowerVision announces its weather-proof drone, the PowerEgg X

The PowerVision Robot Corporation has launched a new drone. This one sets itself apart with what its maker describes as weatherproof attachments, one of which even allows the PowerEgg X to land on water. It is also rated for 4K/60...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 May 2020 23:25

The alleged Xiaomi Mi Band 5 offers more screen real estate than its predecessor. (Image source: SlashLeaks)

Updated | Alleged Xiaomi Mi Band 5 wearable fitness tracker images leaked

Three supposed images of the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 wearable fitness tracker have been leaked. The images originate from a popular Chinese social networking site and feature the wearable in switched-on and turned-off states. There is a ...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 May 2020 14:02

With PoE: New Raspberry Pi alternative also supports TPM 2.0, RS-232 DB9 and RS-485

A new alternative to the Raspberry Pi is now available. The Banana Pi BPI-F2P also allows the connection of external devices, but it has a different focus than the popular Raspberry Pi.

Alex Alderson, 01 May 2020 13:44

The Surface Headphones 2 will look the same as the original Surface Headphones. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft readies new Surface Headphones with 20 hours of battery life, improved head tracking, Bluetooth 5.0 and aptX support

While Sony is putting the finishing touches to the WH-1000XM4, Microsoft has been spotted certifying new Surface Headphones. Possibly called the Surface Headphones 2, the noise-cancelling headphones will offer up to 20 hours of ba...

Alex Alderson, 01 May 2020 11:31

Retro gaming has finally arrived on the Raspberry Pi 4

The wait is over. Thanks to RetroPie, the latest Raspberry Pi can now be easily utilised as a retro console. The new version not only provides compatibility with the Raspberry Pi 4, but also offers numerous improvements for other ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2020 21:17

The Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera Module. (Image source: Raspberry Pi Foundation & The Pi Hut)

High resolution: Pi Foundation releases a new camera module with interchangeable lenses for the Raspberry Pi

Based on the Sony IMX477, the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera Module is a big upgrade over the existing Raspberry Pi Camera Module. Featuring interchangeable lenses, a back-focus adjustment ring and a tripod mount, the 12.3 MP ca...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2020 21:04

Huawei FreeBuds 3i: AirPods Pro on a budget

Priced at US$112 and £89.99 in the UK, the Huawei FreeBuds 3i is the AirPods Pro on a budget. Featuring Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), three microphones and silicone ear tips, the FreeBuds 3i doesn't half look like original AirP...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2020 20:55

The WH-1000XM4 will retail for US$349.99. (Image source: Best Buy)

Sony WH-1000XM4: Leaked product listing confirms design changes, Bluetooth 5.0, and 40 mm drivers; no support for aptX or aptX HD expected though

Costing US$349.99 at launch, the WH-1000XM4 include several design changes from the WH-1000XM3, along with Bluetooth 5.0 and 40 mm drivers. Battery life should be improved too, but do not get your hopes up for aptX or aptX HD supp...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2020 14:27

JBL promises excellent sound quality for its new and stylish Live 300TWS. (Image source: JBL)

JBL Live 300TWS: New AirPods competitors with TalkThru technology launched

JBL has introduced another set of TWS earbuds as it continues to assert itself in an already extremely competitive market. Promising excellent sound quality, long battery life and many exciting features, the JBL Live 300TWS miss o...

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2020 22:53

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a tabletop weather forecast with an ePaper display

Combining a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ and off-the-shelf parts, the project requires no 3D printing or soldering. Suitable even for beginners, the resulting unit can deliver weather forecasts on its easy to read ePaper display.

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2020 22:41

castAway expands vision to give every smartphone a second display, a gamepad, physical keyboard, boombox speaker and portable wireless charger

Having received almost US$450,000 in crowdfunding, castAway has expanded from a case with a second screen to a platform of accessories. Featuring a gamepad, a wallet a wireless charger and more, the castAway accessories can give a...

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2020 16:53

The DJI Mavic Air 2 features an outstanding range of 10 kilometers (6.2 mi). (Source: DJI)

DJI Mavic Air 2 drone goes official

DJI has officially launched its eagerly anticipated Mavic Air 2 drone. The new device features a host of new and improved features and functionality while keeping the same user-friendly approach to shooting high-quality aerial foo...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 28 Apr 2020 05:16

LattePanda: Make your own portable retro games console running Windows 10

The GreatScottLab has turned a single-board computer into a particularly affordable Windows 10 tablet. The portable device features a large touchscreen and should be well suited for enjoying retro video games.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2020 21:46

The DJI Mavic Air 2 is rumoured to retail for US$799. (Image source: WinFuture / @rquandt)

DJI Mavic Air 2: Official images of the new drone and accessories leak ahead of imminent release

Drone specialist DJI is on the verge of presenting version 2 of the Mavic Air. Ahead of its expected release, marketing renders and a complete specification sheet have leaked, leaving little to the imagination.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2020 21:28

The GPD Win Max comes with a 512 GB SSD and offers Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. (Image source: @softwincn)

GPD Win Max pre-sale price for Chinese market leaked: 4,999 yuan (US$706) for a handheld gaming computer with Thunderbolt 3 and quad-core Ice Lake processor

The alleged pre-sale price and post “early bird” deal price for the GPD Win Max handheld computer have been leaked ahead of its Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. The prices, which are for the Chinese market, are mentioned as 4,999 ...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Apr 2020 13:10

The new TurboPower Wireless Charger. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola releases a "TurboPower" wireless charger to go with the Edge+

The Edge+ is Motorola's first flagship phone to have wireless charging. Now, a matching accessory from this brand is available on the US market. It can charge the Edge+ at 15 watts (W) and boasts the "thermal management" necessary...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Apr 2020 17:54

ODROID-C4: An inexpensive and powerful Raspberry Pi alternative that even supports PSP emulation

Hardkernel has introduced a new single-board computer and a compelling alternative to the Raspberry Pi. The ODROID-C4 should convince with its affordable price and high computing power.

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2020 23:05

The Realme X2 Pro may get a successor...sort of. (Source: Realme)

The mysterious Realme X3 SuperZoom breaks cover with a Bluetooth SIG certification

Realme is said to have an X3 series of smartphones in the works. It is also rumored to have a "SuperZoom" variant. This heretofore-unexplained moniker has been confirmed through its official telecomms certifications, suggesting we...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Apr 2020 23:01

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a compact weather station

Based around a Raspberry Pi Zero W, a community project has transformed the popular single-board computer into a compact weather station. Comparatively easy and inexpensive to create, the system can be wall-mounted and features a ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2020 22:20

Huawei FreeBuds 3i: Apple AirPods Pro clones that come with 24 dB(A) ANC and Quick Pairing

Huawei has ditched the design of the FreeBuds 3, according to leaked renders of new TWS earbuds published by WinFuture. Featuring a white design, silicone tips, ANC and a compact charging case, the FreeBuds 3i will likely be pitch...

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2020 17:54

More than six months after being unveiled, the Surface Earbuds will launch in Germany on May 6. (Image source: Microsoft)

Surface Buds set to launch next month with a price cut

Said to be launching on May 6 in Germany, the Surface Earbuds are rather late the party. Announced last October for US$249, it seems that their delay has coincided with a price cut. The Surface Earbuds will not come cheap, though.

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2020 12:59

The new Mobvoi Cololight. (Source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi launches its own smart, wall-mountable modular LEDs

Mobvoi - the OEM behind the TicWatch line of wearables - has unveiled its latest product, the Cololight. It consists of hexagonal LED panels that can be connected and thus arranged into a variety of patterns at the user's discreti...

Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Apr 2020 23:52

Apple will be releasing a lot of new hardware this year, according to Mark Gurman. (Image source: Apple)

AirTags, iMac redesign, MacBook Pro 14, new MacBook Pro 16 and more Apple hardware refreshes due by Q4 2020

From the MacBook Pro 14 to the iPhone 12 and everything in between, Apple is planning a bumper hardware refresh by the end of the year. Expect new iMacs, AirTags, Watch Series 6 and MacBook Pro 16 releases.

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2020 19:06

The Magic Leap 1 didn't get anywhere near achieving target sales of 100,000 units. (Source: Magic Leap)

Once held up as the future of consumer AR, Magic Leap lays of 1,000 staff pivots to enterprise

Magic Leap has announced that it is cutting staff and reorienting from a consumer focus to an enterprise focus. The company blames COVID-19 for at least some of its woes but the reality is that it never really gained traction as i...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Apr 2020 11:22