Accessory

Anker has launched its SOLIX F1500 Portable Power Station at Amazon in the US. The new model follows the SOLIX F1200, with a greater battery capacity, higher output power and improved solar charging. Other features include app-based controls, a power-saving mode and integrated light.

The popular mobile device accessory company PopSockets has announced that buyers can now design their own finish for selects products using AI. The Customizer is touted to help its users translate their passions into a new PopSockets grip or case, and enter a contest to win up to US$100,000 throughout the rest of 2023 in the process.

Anker has launched the Solix C1000 Portable Power Station - 1056Wh | 1800W in Europe. Customers in the UK and the EU can now purchase the gadget with a discount code, reducing the price by £250/€300. The power bank features four AC outputs alongside 100W and 30W USB-C ports.

Over a year ago, consumer rights activist Justin Gutmann filed a lawsuit against Apple concerning the alleged throttling of iPhones which occurred in 2017. Last week, Apple failed to stop the case from going to trial. If the Cupertino giant loses, the fine could go up to US$1.9 billion plus interest.

Xiaomi has unveiled a new WiFi repeater that is being launched globally. The new Xiaomi WiFi Range Extender N300 expands the home WiFi network and thus ensures better reception.

The 12 is currently tipped to launch with OnePlus' most exciting top-end smartphone upgrades of the last few years. However, its charging tech is not one of them, according to a new leak. It suggests that the upcoming Android flagship might come with a new power brick - however, it will have the same specs as that of its predecessor the 11.

Ahead of the yearly Black Friday event, Amazon has slashed 26% on one of the best wireless gaming headsets. With this deal, you can make the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro yours for just US$186.51.

After establishing itself as a brand worth considering in the mini PC market, Minisforum leaps forward with its first computer peripheral, namely the MKB i83 mechanical keyboard. Its specs and features include anodized aluminum body, double-shot PBT keycaps, Kailh MX Red switches, as well as multi-device connectivity.

Google has already released the Pixel Watch 2 back in October. While it brings many improvements, the new watch isn't a major refresh. That means the Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) is still a good purchase, especially with this 43% discount on Amazon.

Google's Pixel Buds Pro can now be had for US$119 on Amazon, a massive 40% drop from their list price. The flagship truly wireless earbuds support Active Noise Cancellation and transparency mode, and they have a total listening time of up to 31 hours with the charging case.

BenQ has presented an innovative light bar for notebooks in the LaptopBar, which can be magnetically attached to the display and whose brightness automatically adapts to the environment. The LED bar is designed to provide optimal workplace lighting, even when on the move.

Sony has announced that its latest audio-video (AV) receiver has a new Tilt & Swivel design that allows its screen to be turned either towards or away from the driver. It also supports USB type-C and micro-HDMI as well as the gold-plated 3-preout terminals needed to build a car stereo system.

The Anker Power Bank (20,000 mAh, 22.5W, Built-in USB-C Cable) is now on sale worldwide. The device has USB-C and USB-A ports and an integrated USB-C cable, allowing you to charge three gadgets simultaneously. Other features of the compact power bank are a built-in phone stand and display.

To increase the lifespan of batteries for electric vehicles, the Argonne National Laboratory in the USA developed battery systems capable of withstanding frequent charging and discharging. These systems have minimal environmental impact, too.

GPT has found its way into the smart home with the Camera Genie S, a gadget backed by its maker Psync Labs, Inc to keep watch over domestic life in the smartest way possible. The Genie S is rated to leverage its "innovative generative AI technology" to identify and "preserve" social media-worthy moments as well as surveil a residence around the clock.

OneOdio is lauding the fact that its A10 over-ear headphones have been declared best of their class in 2023 by CNET. The announcement coincides with a sizeable discount on the same audio peripherals on Amazon. Are the award-winning cans really first and foremost in terms of their specs and features, though?

Garmin has released Public Beta version 19.13 for the Edge 540, Edge 840 and Edge 1040 bike computers. The new software improves smart notifications and tackles several issues related to the weather. Special installation instructions have been provided as this is not a standard beta release.

Sharkoon's latest gaming keyboard comes with a full three-block layout with 105 keys, red or brown Huano switches, fully customizable RGB lighting, as well as a handy cable channel located on the bottom. Macro recording is also available, with up to 20 profiles. The suggested price is 39.9 Euro (US$42.3).

Sharge touts its latest product as its most pocket-friendly MagSafe-style power bank yet. The new accessory is also backed to relieve the user of battery anxiety as both a wired and wireless back-up power source on the go. The Space Elevator also owes its unique style to an official tie-in with the Wandering Earth movie franchise.

Light Phone is preparing to release a new product for the first time in five years. Billed as the 'pgLang for Light', the device will be limited to 250 units in collaboration with Kendrick Lamar's company.

The Anker SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus portable power stations have leaked. The new devices appear in update notes for the iOS app and the Good Design Awards website. The C800 Plus seems to have AC, USB-C and USB-A ports alongside an unusual retractable pole, which Anker suggests has several uses.

The Biostar Z790 Valkyrie, Z790A-Silver, Z690A Valkyrie, and Z690A-Silver are being (re)introduced today as the best mainboards for use with the leading processor of the 14th generation Intel Core lineup, namely the i9-14900K. These boards offer multiple features, including DDR4 and DDR5 support.

One-Netbook has revealed the ONEXPLAYER ONEXGPU, an eGPU showcased with the company's ONEXPLAYER ONEXFLY gaming handheld. Supposedly a game-changer for the eGPU market, the ONEXGPU has a slim design and plenty of ports, along with a small active fan to keep everything cool.

Jackery has unveiled the Explorer 100 Plus, a compact portable power station. The device has a 99.2Wh battery and a maximum 128W output; ports on the gadget include 18W USB-A and 100W USB-C. Other features include a built-in display and the ability to recharge the power bank via AC or solar inputs.

Sennheiser Europe has announced a "Halloween" sale with up to 20% off popular consumer audio products such as Ambeo soundbars and Momentum True Wireless earbuds. Meanwhile, the OEM is also building up to its Early Black Friday event for US customers, promising "exclusive" savings to those who sign up to its wait-list.

The Anker Triple Display USB-C Hub (14-in-1) has arrived in EU countries following a recent launch in the US and the UK. The gadget offers 80W pass-through charging and supports connections to up to three displays. Other features include Gigabit Ethernet and 5 Gbps USB-C ports.

Released to mark two decades of innovation, the Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro is now official as a limited edition handset inspired by the SGH-E700, Samsung's first phone with a built-in antenna, which was released in 2003. Next month, this special Flip5 will hit Korea, France, Germany, Spain, Australia, and the UK in limited quantities.

Volta has announced that its next "high-speed" charging accessory will launch via a crowdfunding campaign. The 10,000mAh VoltaGo power bank is designed to deliver fast wireless charging to MagSafe-compatible iPhones, although it is also touted to work as well with Android smartphones. It also incorporates a unique fold-flat kickstand and a USB type-C port to double as a wired power bank.

Apple's Magic Mouse is infamous for its unconventional ergonomics and universally criticised charging method. Although the Cupertino giant is said to be planning an update to the device along with other Magic accessories, it is still unclear if the revision will include any long-awaited design improvements.

The OnePlus Open may have hit a number of the right notes as its brand's inaugural foldable Android smartphone; then again, advertising it as compatible with electronic pens was not one of them. Nevertheless, a Reddit user asserts that their unit does in fact work with a first-party stylus. The accessory apparently shows up correctly as a paired device and works on both of the Open's high-end screens.

Khadas has announced that its innovative modular mini PC is now available via more conventional sales channels, having started out as a Kickstarter hit that garnered it over US$690,000 in backer rewards. Its retail units now start at just under US$800, although the accessories that turn it into a laptop-like PC or an RTX-powered workstation are optional extras.

Compatible with PCs and Macs, as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles, the WD Black P10 Game Drive USB 3.2 external hard drive uses a portable form factor and features a resilient design. The 5 TB model is now down to an all-time low of US$87.11 on Amazon, and certainly a better deal when compared to its 2 TB and 4 TB siblings.

After Apple announced its innovative AirPower charger and cancelled it after several years of delay, Nothing admits to having experienced a similar failure. Nothing founder Carl Pei talks about the unfinished Nothing Power (1) charger in an insightful video.

Samsung's next generation of flagship smartwatches is now believed to be the first of their line to debut with a 3 nanometer (nm) processor, made using the OEM itself using its latest techniques. Should that be the case, it would also mean that the Watch7 series would beat even Galaxy S24-series smartphones to this potentially significant upgrade.

The trio of gaming mice that consist of the Razer Naga Trinity, Pro, and X is now available on Amazon for attractive prices thanks to discounts between 22% and 44%. Their highlights include Chrome RGB lighting, interchangeable side plates, as well as enough programmable buttons for gaming and general use.

According to a new leak, Redmi is preparing three variants of its upcoming next-gen flagship K70 series as opposed to the two heard of up until now. Two of these Android smartphones might be equipped with Xiaomi's ultra-fasting 120W charging technology; then again, that would be no improvement over their K60 Pro predecessor.

ORICO is currently offering a fast, external enclosure for SSDs at a greatly reduced price. The model also comes with active cooling and thus should be able to protect the installed flash memory from damage.

The UGREEN DisplayPort Switch 8K is now available in the US via Amazon. The bidirectional device has three DP 1.4 ports, allowing you to switch between multiple inputs or outputs easily. Features include support for an 8K@30Hz resolution, Dolby Vision and AMD FreeSync technologies.

Reolink has announced that all of its latest accessories "revolutionize" battery-powered home security systems with both solar power and "4K clarity" across the board. The line-up also includes choices of either Wi-Fi- or standalone 4G/LTE-connected cameras, as well as those with pan-tilt form-factors as well as those with integrated spotlights. These potentially never-charge security cameras are available from now.

The new Vankyo Vista T4 laser projector has been unleashed on the US market with "advanced" ALPD 4.0 technology for a "cinematic experience". It is rated to throw a 150-inch image in "native 4K" from less than 20 inches away from the wall in question, and also packs 2-channel 60W speakers with Dolby Audio and DTS for a potentially all-in-one home theater package.

Lenovo has made the Xiaoxin Pad 2024 official as its latest Android tablet. The slate is touted as a thin and light device with a "high-definition eye-protecting" screen, yet is also touted at the budget end of the market with a starting price of US$150 - or even less during its introductory sales event. It has launched alongside other gadgets such as a "stress-relieving" USB stick as part of the latest Xiaoxin series event in China.

Jackery is celebrating its 11th anniversary and Hallowe'en 2023 at the same time with up to 30% off deals on its portable power stations, even its latest models such as the Solar Generator 700 Plus. Most of the units on sale come bundled with solar panels, although those accessories are also on sale as standalone products. The OEM's latest deals are unlocked with codes available on their sales pages.

The Garmin Public Beta 19.09 software for Edge 540, Edge 840 and Edge 1040 bike computers is now available. The minor update includes just one bug fix, addressing an issue related to the GroupRide feature. Customers must use a different method to install v19.09 as the firmware is in pre-rollout.

Anker will shortly launch the Solix C1000 Portable Power Station in Europe, with discounts offered to early-bird customers. The power bank has a 1,056Wh capacity with ultra-fast charging; a full recharge takes less than one hour. Ports on the device include 100W USB-C and 1,800W AC.

Edifier asserts that its second-gen NeoBuds Pro pack a patented form of active noise cancellation (ANC) that should block a greater and broader range of unwanted sounds than the average pair of TWS earbuds. The Pro 2s are also rated for spatial audio, a low-latency gaming mode and the LHDC 5.0 codec as well as LDAC and SBC. The NeoBuds Pro 2 also offer over 20 hours of estimated battery life for under US$150.

The Reink Case C1 adds a color E ink display onto the back of an Apple iPhone. Both communication and power are supplied via the NFC chip, so the case never needs to be charged and power consumption is minimal.

Anyone using a Google Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro can customize the look of the smartphone in numerous ways thanks to the Casetify Impact case. Casetify not only promises protection for Google's new flagships, but above all offers a gigantic selection of more than 900 designs.

Released two years ago, the Asus ROG Gladius III wired gaming mouse, which also has a slightly different wireless version, is now down by 44% on Amazon. Thanks to this generous discount, it can be acquired for US$49.99 instead of the US$89.99 list price. Due to special tuning, its 19,000 dpi sensor goes up to 26,000 dpi.