Valve announced this week that it will allow games that use AI-generated content, either pre-generated or live-generated, on Steam. However, there are a handful of requirements and policies by which developers must abide.

Producing hydrogen on a large scale using electricity from coal and gas, and precisely when there is a shortage of energy elsewhere, can cause enormous emissions and endanger the power grid. A smart approach is required.

Gigabyte has unveiled two new high-end gaming laptops at CES 2024, the Aorus 17X and Aorus 16X. The former exclusively uses 14th-gen Intel HX chips, whereas the latter can also be configured with 13th-gen parts.

At CES 2024, Belkin has introduced the world's first DockKit accessory. DockKit is an Apple framework for iOS devices that enables motorized tracking of the subject using the iPhone's camera. The Belkin Stand Pro offers MagSafe charging while seamlessly pairing with an iPhone 12 or above using the DockKit protocol without having to install any third-party application.

With its long-range, high-payload design, DJI's latest drone is definitely not intended for normal recreational use. The global version of the FlyCart 30 (or FC30) is rated to fly for nearly 10 miles while "intelligently" carrying nearly 70 pounds (lb) in either Cargo or Winch mode. DJI also asserts that it can do so at high altitudes in extreme conditions, and can be monitored and controlled easily.

HP has introduced the Omen Transcend 32, another QD-OLED gaming monitor like those announced by Alienware, Gigabyte and MSI. Supposedly, the HP Omen Transcend 32 has a few tricks up its sleeve, including a quad-speaker array and a bounty of USB ports.

ECOVACS has unveiled the GOAT GX-600, which will be launched shortly in the US. The new model has automatic boundary detection thanks to built-in cameras, removing the need for a boundary wire. Other features include a quick start set-up, app-based controls and automatic recharging as needed.

Smart Pickachu, a well-known Weibo leakster, reported that the Huawei P70 lineup will use a new SoC named the Kirin 9010. However, it isn’t the first time this chipset has surfaced online. Back in 2021, it was reported to debut as a 3 nm SoC. But at the current stage, that is very unlikely for Huawei due to the trade restrictions in place.

MSI has previewed the MEG 321URX before its spring 2024 launch. While the MEG 321URX is another of MSI's QD-OLED monitors, it adds various AI features designed to improve in-game competitiveness thanks to an onboard AI processor.

Amazfit's probably final round of 2024 New Year's deals are exclusive to one online retail platform, and offer a chance to grab the distinctively flat-faced Limited Edition of the GTR 3 Pro smartwatch for a limited time. The discount requires a specific code, as does that for the OEM's ANC-enabled PowerBuds Pro.

Gigabyte has announced the Aorus G6X, Aorus G6 and Aorus G5 gaming laptops at CES 2024. They come with Intel Raptor Lake processors, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 32 GB of RAM and a 2 TB NVMe SSD.

The TCL 2024 soundbar range has been revealed at CES 2024. There are four new models, all supporting Dolby Atmos: the S45H, the S55H, the Q75H and the Q85H. The range-topping Q85H is a 7.1.4 Channel soundbar with Ray-Danz Acoustic Wave-Guide Reflectors and smart features like Auto Room Calibration.

Gigabyte has lifted the lid on various new gaming monitors. The AORUS FO27Q3, AORUS FO32U2, AORUS MO34WQC and AORUS MO34WQC2 will all be available later this year with varying OLED panels from LG Display and Samsung Display.

Hisense is touting its latest ULED X variants as class-leading mini-LED TVs in Las Vegas right now. They are being shown off alongside the new Canvas, another big-screen device intended to blend art and technology as the name suggests. The OEM has also set up a "Kitchen of the Future" to demonstrate its latest smart home tech.

Hollyland claims to have packed all the tech for a "top level consumer-grade" lavalier- or lapel-style microphone into an "all-in-one button" with its latest Lark-series release. The M2 is rated to eliminate unwanted background noise with environmental noise cancellation (ENC) to product "accurate" recordings in "studio-grade" quality. Hollyland also claims that its receiver can pick up from a "remarkable" distance away or right through obstacles like the user's body.

MINISFORUM has revealed the UH185 Ultra, a new mini-PC underpinned by a particularly powerful processor. The MINISFORUM UH185 Ultra will be available with the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, a 16-core processor that also integrates an 8-core Arc iGPU. The mini-PC contains a few other intriguing features too, including a front-mounted touchscreen display.

With the Galaxy Tab Active5, Samsung will soon be offering a comparatively compact, extremely robust tablet that packs an 8-inch, 120 Hz fast display with support for a Samsung S Pen into a waterproof and drop-protected housing.

With the Momentum True Wireless 4, Sennheiser presented its latest ANC earbuds at CES 2024, which feature Auracast, Bluetooth 5.4, and Qualcomm S5 Sound Gen 2. The Accentum Plus headphones and Momentum Sport earbuds were also presented.

The HX200G is MINISFORUM's latest high-end AMD mini-PC. Showcased during CES 2024, the MINISFORUM HX200G combines the Ryzen 9 7945HX with a Radeon RX 7600M XT GPU, as well as support for PCIe 5.0 SSDs. Supposedly, the system has a quad fan and liquid metal cooling solution too, among other features.

Gigabyte has presented the AORUS FO32U2P during CES 2024, one of many new gaming monitors based around Samsung Display's latest 31.5-inch QD-OLED. While the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2P matches the Alienware AW3225QF and others with a 4K resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate, it also is the world's first to offer full-bandwidth DisplayPort 2.1 connectivity.

Abbott is now selling its Lingo continuous glucose monitor in the UK. The gadget has been designed to help users track glucose spikes or dips and provide personalized recommendations to reduce them. Each biosensor can be worn for up to two weeks, with insight provided in an accompanying app.

The Amazfit Helio Ring has been unveiled at CES 2024. The new wearable can track your workout performance and health metrics thanks to various sensors. Plus, the collated data and AI insights, including tips for better sleep and forecast race performance, are provided in the Zepp app.

MSI is refreshing the upper mid-range Crosshair lineup at CES 2024 with a regular gaming laptop design without using any game-specific themes. The new Crosshair 16 HX and Crosshair 17 HX are pretty much similar to their Sword counterparts including the use of Core i7-14700HX and up to an RTX 4070 Laptop GPU but with higher battery capacities.

Garmin has pushed the first v16.xx update to the Fenix 7 series and its counterpart. Rolling out as Beta Version 16.10, the new update contains almost 25 improvements, plus new firmware updates for GPS, Wireless and Sensor Hub software, along with fresh Audio Prompt files.

Xiaomi has issued a new update for the Smart Band 8, one of its current smartwatches. The update brings various new features and improvements to the Xiaomi Smart Band 8, as well as various bug fixes.

Does feng shui have a place in the smart home? In a satirical project centred on the growing obsession with qi, Yoojin Chung of the Design Academy Eindhoven brings smart home functionality to traditional feng shui objects.

MSI's Titan 18 HX is now official with top-of-the-line that is typical of the Titan lineup. The Titan 18 HX boasts the world's first 18-inch 4K 120 Hz mini-LED display, the Core i9-14900HX, which MSI says can sustain at 5.2 GHz all P-core, and a choice of 175 W RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 Laptop GPUs.

The new Tesla Model 3 Highland facelift can be had for just $329/month by taking advantage of the $7,500 government tax credit for leased electric vehicles. Deliveries start this month and the Highland brings longer range, quieter ride, and new interior, as well as more elegant design.

Alongside a series of smart bathroom and toilet tech, Kohler announces an upgrade to its PureWash bidet seat that can be voice controlled as well as via a handheld remote control. Kohler is also launching the SpaViva handshower and Atmo smart fan at CES 2024 this week.

The Asus ROG Swift OLED PG39WCDM joins its 34-inch cousin that was announced last year with which it shares most of the spec sheet. Asus says that the PG39WCDM is the most curved ROG monitor with its 800R curvature, and that this ensures all pixels are equidistant from the eyes at a distance of 80 cm.

Hypershell has announced the GoX, ProX, and CarbonX Exoskeletons enabling outdoor enthusiasts and mountain hikers to move faster with less fatigue while carrying heavier packs. These lightweight exoskeletons incorporate AI software to dynamically adjust boost according to changing terrain.

Launched at CES 2024, the S8 Max V Ultra is the first robot vacuum with Matter support, an in-built voice assistant and a flexible arm. It also has an upgraded charging dock as well as a premium price worthy of Roborock's latest flagship.

The refreshed Asus ZenBook 14 OLED packs a punch with a bright 3K OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. For CES, Asus is adding AMD's Ryzen 8040 CPUs to the line-up in addition to the Intel Core Ultra CPUs that have been available since late 2023.

On the sidelines of the CES press conference, Sony also made some space for the Playstation 5. Three new models in blue (Cobalt Blue), silver (Sterling Silver) and red (Volcanic Red) were on display.

In around a week, Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S24, the Galaxy S24+ and the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The most comprehensive leak to date now reveals the complete data sheets of all three models in advance, including the European variants and starting prices.

Apple is not exactly known for foregoing new generations of its own products. According to reports, however, the compact AirTags tracking systems may be an exception in this regard. This is a good sign for customers, but not necessarily for Apple.

The NanoPC-T6 LTS is a new single-board computer with a very decent range of features. The model not only supports the use of fast SSDs, but also offers several options for outputting image content.

Electric vehicle (EV) chargers with MSI logos might become a thing in 2024, as part of the brand's bid to become as well-known for automotive or industrial smart tech as it is for gaming laptops. Some of the MSI tech for cars support standards including NACS, whereas others employ AI to enhance driver or charge point operator (CPO) safety.

Doublepoint has debuted the free Wow Mouse software for Wear OS smartwatches. This app enables touch-free control of computers, tablets, AR/VR/XR headsets, and smart homes through hand gestures and motions.

ASUS has presented the NUC 14 Pro and NUC 14 Pro Plus, a stylish pair of mini-PCs based around modern Intel Meteor Lake processors. Configurable with up to the Core Ultra 9 185H, the NUC 14 Pro series also offers dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, among a plethora of connectivity.

ASUS has announced the Fanless Chromebox CF40, a new fanless mini-PC based on an Intel Jasper Lake processor and Chrome OS. The Fanless Chromebox CF40 has various configuration options, among other features.

ASUS has updated the Zenbook S 13 OLED, which has now been designated the model number UX5304. The new Zenbook S 13 OLED weighs in at only 1 kg and is roughly 10 mm thick. Nonetheless, ASUS has managed to include a 3K OLED display with a modern Intel Meteor Lake processor and a 63 Wh battery, among other features.

With exceptional sound quality and innovative features, the advanced earpiece set has come down from $230 to just below $110, at a significant 52% discount.

Garmin has brought out its first new set of smartwatches for 2024. Available to order now across multiple markets, the new models come in six styles with silicone, fabric and leather watch band options.

The Purfree Lite Open-Ear Headphones are Haylou's latest foray into bone-conduction audio, and are now available to buy from online stores - for a limited-time discount, in some cases. They are thus touted as a premium take on their form-factor at a particularly affordable price, with a three-stage flexible titanium wrap-around wire to keep them in place, large drivers and IP55 ingress protection.

Xiaomi is edging closer to releasing the Redmi Note 13 4G, likely the cheapest model in the Redmi Note 13 series. While Xiaomi has not commented on a release date yet, several retailer leaks have confirmed the handset's design, specifications and pricing for what is believed to be its most expensive memory option.

AOHi has announced that crowdfunding for a new generation of its innovative modular (or "splicable") cable has begun. Like its Future Creative predecessor, the Racing Cable can be put together to be longer or even to be type-A at one end via its custom extensions. It augments specs such as 8K video and super-fast charging with the USB4 standard in this iteration.

Asus' newest ExpertCenter desktops include Intel 14th Gen CPUs and plenty of modern features for IT deployment, including tool-free maintenance, TPM 2.0 security, and Asus Pre-Deployment Service to get a fleet up and running quickly.

Asus has refreshed the TUF Gaming A15 with AMD's latest Ryzen 8000 Hawk Point processors, a 16:10 screen and a USB 4.0 Type-C port. Other features include a GeForce RTX 4070 and a 90 Wh battery.