The Banana Pi BPI-M6 is an alternative to the Raspberry Pi with solid features and may also be suitable for use with AI models. The single board computer is now available and can be used together with an SSD without issue.

The X50 GT is Honor's latest mid-range smartphone and one that it sells in China for CNY 1,999 (~$281). The Honor X50 GT has an eye-catching design, which it complements with a 5,800 mAh battery, a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset and a 108 MP primary camera, among other features.

The Blackview BL9000 is a new rugged smartphone that is set to launch at an affordable price. It also comes with a second display and is 5G capable.

The MIG Switch is a new flashcart for the Nintendo Switch. Potentially, the MIG Switch could open the Switch to all manner of unlicensed software, including pirated ROMs.

Samsung's home energy monitoring platform, SmartThings Energy has become the first smart home platform to integrate with Tesla's Fleet API. At CES this year, Samsung will showcase a simulation of its SmartThings Energy platform interacting with Tesla's Powerwall home battery, ahead of its release in the second quarter of the year.

The French antitrust office has accused Sony of abusing its dominant market position and putting competing companies at a disadvantage on the controller market. At the core of the accusation is the claim that PS4 controllers from third-parties could have worked just as well, if not better. The electronics giant is now paying a fine in the millions.

The 3.2.1-channel soundbar from Samsung features a wireless subwoofer as well as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. Thanks to a coupon code, the HW-S800B can now be ordered with a massive discount of almost $500.

In the USA, Samsung is proactively marketing the new zoom functions that Samsung's Galaxy AI will offer, with leakers providing a few examples. For example, the 10x zoom will supposedly deliver better quality than the Galaxy S23 Ultra, despite the 5x telephoto. Meanwhile, buyers can inspect Samsung's official range of accessories at an accessories shop, such as protective cases in a number of variants and colors.

The Hubble Space Telescope has discovered a cyclone on a planet almost 1,000 light years away. An astonishing observation when you realize the dimensions.

The Xiaomi Mijia Dual-Core Water Purifier 1200G Pro is now available in China. The upgraded model features dual carbon filters and RO elements for improved purification and better-tasting water. Other features include an integrated display, with further details viewable in the accompanying app.

The AiDot brand WELOV asserts that its latest air purifier is a world first in that it is the first device of its kind officially approved to work with the Matter standard for smart home IoT and devices. The company believes that this is a significant upgrade as it allows the P200 Pro to integrate with Apple Health in order to keep on optimizing air quality even when the user is asleep.

The leading processor manufacturer for smartphones unveiled the Snapdragon XR2+ chip, which will be utilised in mixed and virtual reality headsets produced by Google and Samsung.

The holy grail of OLED displays is coming closer to reality first on the Razer Blade 16. The fast 240 Hz refresh rate should make it more fit for gaming when compared to the usual 60 Hz options on the vast majority of OLED panels.

The debut of LG's latest TVs is now underway; however, the CES 2024 event also has some good news for owners of some existing smart screens. The OEM has announced that a selection of these devices released before 2023 are eligible for an initiative that might keep them up to date until 2029. The list currently contains a selection of LG OLED TVs, and may be further expanded in the future.

General Motors confirmed that it will match the US IRA tax incentives for its Chevrolet Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyriq electric vehicles that will no longer be eligible for the tax reduction after the January 1 rule changes. The regular Tesla Model 3 also lost eligibility, and Tesla has not yet commented on whether it will compensate, as it did in Germany in December.

The Garmin Sleep Coach has arrived on some Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches via an unannounced Beta update. Software version 18.12 was spotted by several users, with Garmin yet to release a full changelog. Alongside Sleep Coach, there have been suggestions of tweaks to widgets and a missing hiking feature after the update.

Rumors of Huawei using camera hump styles also associated with its mid-range smartphones for its next-gen camera-phone flagships have been effectively dismissed in a new tip from a typically knowledgeable source. The leaker seems to regard the 'actual' P70 rear panel design as the more innovative option, although some other mobile device brands might disagree.

The shares of the Chinese chip foundry SMIC fell after it became clear that it is not the one making modern 5nm processors for Huawei. After the 7nm scare, the new 5nm Huawei chip doesn't come from mainland China, either.

The EPA now tests all EV ranges in extreme ride height or acceleration modes which resulted in a Model Y range estimate cut. All Tesla Model Y and Model 3 units produced after January 1, 2024, will have only one stopping mode, too, in order to make range estimates more accurate.

Ecovacs has launched the Deebot X2 Combo in China. The two-in-one gadget combines a robot vacuum and a handheld cordless vacuum in a central self-cleaning docking station, which can automatically empty both dustbags. Other features include up to 8,700 Pa suction power, mopping and voice controls.

As a result of a recent MoU between Samsung and Hyundai Motor Group, smart homes run on the SmartThings platform will now support connected Hyundai and Kai vehicles. This partnership will develop new remote control solutions that work both ways, as well as an integrated system for energy monitoring.

Xiaomi's last pure Mix series smartphone was the Mix 4 that launched back in 2021. Since then, the company has only released its Mix Fold foldables, and that looks set to continue this year with a new leak calling the existence of any potential Mix 5 into question.

Elon Musk has been teasing new Model Y colors in the US for more than a year, and Tesla finally delivered two fresh coats of paints, but not the Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red it offers in Europe. Those are reserved for the self-proclaimed 'best body paint shop' in Giga Berlin.

Xiaomi has now confirmed that the Poco X6 Pro, scheduled to launch on January 11, will run the company's new HyperOS straight out of the box. Sadly, however, it appears the two other smartphones billed to launch alongside the Poco X6 Pro do not enjoy that perk.

The Shargeek 170 from Sharge is now crowdfunding for a second time. The latest campaign is being held on Indiegogo, following a successful run on Kickstarter late last year. The prism-shaped power bank can simultaneously charge three devices with a maximum output of 170W, with two USB-C ports, each capable of up to 140W.

Just yesterday, MSI teased the company's first gaming handheld console. The teaser video gave little details, but we eventually got to know the name thanks to a promotional store poster; it's called MSI CLAW. Now, the portable gaming device has popped up on Geekbench, which has given away its core specs.

Several factors make the affordable Teclast M50 HD tablet not very suited for outdoor use. That's too bad, because it's compact and light and therefore easy to carry. We summarize here what else we found out about it in our test.

Cooler Master has officially unveiled the X Silent Edge power supply lineup. It consists of two PSUs with 850W and 1100W ratings, respectively. With advanced heat pipe technology, the new power supply lineup aims to offer top-tier performance with a fanless, silent design.

Just before CES 2024, MSI teased its first gaming handheld console. While the official teaser didn't have much in it, right after the video went up, the portable gaming device appeared on a major Chinese retailer called JD.com. This store event listing has showcased the gaming handheld's design. It also confirmed that the console will be called MSI CLAW.

Deepin Linux has introduced an AI coding assistant in its deepin-IDE development environment and an AI image editor in the Image Viewer app. This makes it the first Linux distribution to step fully into the world of AI, with a very different approach to Microsoft's Copilot AI chatbot.

Costco has installed Trinity Structures off-grid solar capture and charging stations at their key distribution center in California where recent passage of CARB and WAIRE mandates are forcing trucking operators to convert from diesel to electric vehicles. Installing solar energy capture and storage on-site will bypass current headaches connecting EV chargers to a strained electrical grid.

Elvis is returning to the stage thanks to Layered Reality's technological magic combining AI, AR, ML, holographic projection, and more. The first 3D concert is planned for November 2024 in Central London.

A comprehensive leak has revealed the design and features of the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5, one of the most compact and robust tablets Samsung has ever produced. With a modern 5 nm processor, 5G and a waterproof S Pen, the tablet offers interesting features.

With the iPhone 16 Pro, Apple has been able reduce the Dynamic Island to the necessary minimum, thereby increasing the available display area on the one hand and creating more space for dynamic content on the other. An analyst provides details on camera upgrades for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro.

The Epic Games Store daily game giveaway event has finally ended. In its place, though, the weekly free games have returned, kicking 2024 into gear with one of 2021's best story games. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is free on the Epic Games Store until January 11.

Radxa is offering the X2L, a single-board computer with an Intel processor which is intended as an alternative to the Raspberry Pi and supports Windows. The use of an M.2 SSD is possible.

SpaceX has launched a group of satellites into low orbit that can communicate directly with cell phones. The service will initially only be operational to a very limited extent because it is still an early phase of the project.

Manufacturing tech giant Siemens has announced that it will fulfil its sustainability and carbon-neutrality resolutions by augmenting its company's portfolio of vehicles with more and more new ID.4s from Volkswagen over time. The marque hails the move as another step closer to the more complete electrification of mobility, industrial and otherwise.

The Rogbid Tank G1 is a new and affordable smartwatch on the market for less than $50. It comes with the usual health features as well as GPS, compass and altimeter, and is also waterproof according to IP68 standards.

The EPA has rated Tesla's Cybertruck for a 320-mile range on a single charge in its testing conditions. A real-world drive, however, showed that the Cybertruck can fall short of delivering on that promise even in fairly mundane scenarios.

OnePlus has introduced its Buds 3 as the TWS counterparts for the new sub-flagship Ace 3 smartphone today (January 4, 2024). Nevertheless, the peripherals have launched with one or two of the highest-end specs of yesteryear, support for the LHDC 5.0 codec included. They are also IP55-rated and have touch controls.

The Mammotion YUKA robot lawn mower has been unveiled. The new self-emptying model can place collected grass clippings and debris in an area of your choice, which the company suggests is a unique feature. Other tools include mowing designs into your lawn, rain detection, and an RTK and 3D Vision navigation system.

The U-tec Bright smart home lighting range is expected to launch shortly. The lineup includes two dimmable multicolor bulbs, with a maximum brightness of 2,000 lumens, and a Smart Dimmer Switch. All of the products use Wi-Fi Mesh for a stable connection directly between the devices.

After the Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area challenge on the Stair Steps climb, the Cybertruck has now been filmed doing proper off-roading after its release. It climbs and descends a very steep hill in lifted mode.

Lenovo has updated the Xiaoxin Pro 27, which it now sells as the Xiaoxin Pro 27 2024. The new all-in-one PC (AIO) is available with a choice of Intel processors, a high-resolution display, modern connectivity, and plenty of ports, among other features.

If you want to save lots of pictures and videos on your tablet, then the Teclast T40 HD might be for you. Thanks to its Widevine L1 support and Full HD screen, its does a good job at playing back, too. We have summarized the results of our detailed review of the tablet.

HarmonyOS 4 will shortly be rolled out to a select number of Huawei Watch 3 series smartwatch users in a closed beta program in China. The latest software is said to include new lock screen animations, and 3D gaming watch faces, among other features. The company has suggested a wider rollout of HarmonyOS 4 this year.

ASUS has now confirmed that it intends to release the ProArt Display PA32UCXR later this month, a professional monitor it presented almost a year ago. In the meantime, the company has confirmed all device specifications and I/O.