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The new UGREEN MagSafe Power Bank 10000mAh has launched in the US, following its arrival in Europe earlier this month. The gadget can charge three devices simultaneously via a MagSafe wireless charging pad, USB-C and USB-A ports. Other features include a built-in kickstand and a low current mode.

Samsung had been planning a renewed onslaught on the extended reality (XR) market - however, the Vision Pro has apparently caused the South Korean electronics giant to rethink its plans. It has allegedly suspended production on its new headset, in a move that might ensure the ability to compete with Apple's "spatial computing revolution".

Launching globally today with a final price tag that varies based on the various import fees and deals that apply to a certain market, the rugged Blackview Active 8 Pro Android tablet is available for US customers at US$209.99 thanks to a US$30 discount code. Alongside it, the first 200 orders can get an additional US$11 coupon.

Honor is already hyping its MagicPad as its "most powerful tablet yet" ahead of its impending launch. Now, new photos have emerged that purport to show how this potentially compelling 13-inch slate will look prior to this event. They hint that the device will have more of a smartphone-like camera hump than usual, although it will have all the accessories and use-cases a potential buyer might have come to expect in 2023.

The Vision Pro is Apple's first-ever extended reality (XR) headset. As such, it will also be one of the OEM's most expensive products on its 2024 release. Now, the Cupertino giant is said to try and rationalize that expense by offering a premium, in-person buying experience that will take place in its physical US stores next year.

Prices start for as low as US$147 for the 27-inch 1080p 240 Hz 27G1H gaming monitor up to US$639 for the 27-inch mini-LED HDR1000 4K 32M2V monitor.

The highly capable flagship 737 power bank from Anker has returned to its all-time low price as a reputable electronics retailer is now selling the PowerCore 24K for a massive 37% off the official list price.

Xiaomi is now slated to take its current Pad 6 series to the "Max", in at least 1 sense of the word. The possibly super-sized variant is thought to join its vanilla and Pro siblings on the Android tablet soon, with its own first-party keyboard dock to boot. The accessory has now been certified as a Bluetooth accessory, presumably in preparation for its launch.

Sony touts the HT-AX7 as a revolution in the portable wireless home audio space. It is technically a modular kit, with 2 'satellite' sub-speakers that can detach from the main unit to create a "bubble" of "three-dimensional surround sound" around the user or users with 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology. The HT-AX7 set is rated to last for up to 30 hours per charge, and is available to order from now.

Samsung is now tipped to add a new kind of wearable to its health-tracking portfolio soon. The OEM has allegedly left a new menu alluding to the addition of support for smart rings in the new beta for a first-party app. Accordingly, the Galaxy Watch series could be joined by alternative accessories soon.

Nothing has announced that its latest flagship TWS earbuds are now available in a second colorway (black). Carl Pei's tech OEM is selling these new SKUs already, albeit through its own webstore only at present. The product refresh has debuted alongside the latest software for Nothing audio products, which include an Advanced Equalizer for the Ear (2)s and noise reduction for the Ear (stick).

Anker has discounted its new 556 USB-C Hub (8-in-1, USB4) for its Members in the US. Plus, all customers who purchase the gadget will receive a free gift. The USB-C Hub has a 40 Gbps USB4 upstream port, 85W pass-through charging and the ability to connect to dual monitors via HDMI and DisplayPort.

Anker has discounted its 544 Wireless Charger (4-in-1 stand) in the US. You can get 14% off at Amazon, and an exclusive 20% discount is available for members. The device has a wireless phone and Apple Watch charging pads, a Lightning dock for AirPods and a USB-C port to charge a fourth device.

SANDMARC has released the Ring Light - Wireless Edition. The portable gadget, designed for iPhone, has a lithium-polymer battery that you can recharge via USB-C for over four hours of wireless lighting. The color temperature and brightness are adjustable, and you can use the light with a tripod.

The Spigen ArcPack Portable Charger PA2100 has arrived in the US. The device has a 10,000 mAh battery and can charge devices at up to 30W, supporting PD 3.0 fast charging and Super Fast Charging (PPS 25W). Other features include protection against overheating and QuantumBoost.

Honor has announced that it will debut a new tablet during its upcoming major product event. The first-gen MagicPad is touted to alter perceptions in its market with a potentially distinctive 13-inch display with an "eye-protecting" IMAX tie-in on top of that. It is now officially slated to debut alongside a new eSIM-enabled smartwatch and smart TV.

Expected to become available to order in the coming weeks, the Umidigi Active T1 is a rugged Android tablet with a generous battery capacity of 15,000 mAh, support for wireless, POGO and USB-C fast charging, 8/128 GB of memory/storage space, an 11-inch display with 2,000 X 1,200 pixels, and more.

The 45-inch curved SuperWide monitor from Philips retails for around €1,000 (US$1,085). It is targeted at people who are interesting in using such a display for productivity and gaming and is practically equivalent to having two 27-inch monitor side by side seamlessly. We put the product through its paces in our hands-on review.

The possibility of a launch for the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE during its maker's upcoming major Unpacked 2023 event has grown stronger with a new leak purporting to spill its charging details in advance. The keenly-awaited smartphone might debut alongside new smart tracking tags of a similar name with upgraded connectivity.

Prime Day does not start until July 10 this year - nevertheless, Wemax has chosen to alert its fans to the potential deals it has to offer in conjunction with that event. It will take place on the OEM's webstore as well as on Amazon, and promises "up to 50% off" its laser projectors, some of which support up to 4K resolutions and integrate "breathtaking" ALPD technology.

The Samsung 15W Wireless Super Fast Charger Pad is now discounted to its lowest price at Amazon US. The gadget features a built-in cooling system and color LEDs indicating charging status. While the charger was designed for Samsung devices, it is also compatible with products from other brands, like the iPhone.

UGREEN has launched its 15W MagSafe Power Bank 10000mAh in Europe. You can use the gadget to wirelessly charge a phone at 15W, with 15W USB-C and 22.5W USB-A ports to charge two other devices. The power bank has a foldable kickstand, allowing you to adjust the angle of your phone for comfortable viewing.

Sony asserts that its new mocopi system condenses all the motion-capture hardware aspiring virtual reality (VR) content creators might need into 6 simple, wearable sensors. They even have their own app (for iOS or Android), so that the user can simply save the resulting full-body avatars to their mobile devices. mocopi is also compatible with developer resources such as Unreal Engine or Unity.

Next-gen AirPods have been predicted to launch as anything from inaugural USB type-C accessories to in-ear thermometers. Now, a new leak has thrown another possible future feature into the mix. Apple's upcoming flagship wearables might also help detect hearing impairments as well as correct for them.

Soundcore has announced an upgrade to Adaptive ANC 2.0 in its latest Liberty-series wireless earbuds. The 4 NCs are thus rated to actively cancel up to 98.5% of all ambient noise, while delivering "crisp sound" with enhanced detail thanks to specs such as LDAC codec support. They are available in a range of colors for just under US$100 for a limited time.

USB-C chargers don't always have to be thick and unsightly rectangles. This 65 W Baseus GaN charger is one of the slimmest and most travel-friendly USB-C adapters available.

The Cobra and Cobra Pro both come with Razer Speedflex cables and !00% PTFE feet for potentially smooth, swift movement. However, the latter is definitely the flagship of the two, with a total of 10 customizable buttons and HyperSpeed Wireless technology as well as Bluetooth connectivity. The Cobra Pro is rated to last up to 170 hours per charge and is available from now.

RedMagic's latest teasers for its upcoming major product event indicate that it will indeed launch its first ever tablet along with the more traditional 8S Pro flagship Android smartphone. The slate is said to have a large battery to go with its large, slim-bezel display, although it may not ship with the latest SoC possible. Both mobile devices will debut alongside new audio accessories that may appeal to fans of transparent-look tech.

Anker has discounted its 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe charger, designed for Apple devices. You can use the gadget to charge an iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods simultaneously. The MagSafe iPhone charging pad provides an adjustable viewing angle, and you can fold the device to make it easier to transport.

Amazon Prime members can get the monitor for even cheaper at just US$65. The Zscmalls is an easy way to add a secondary monitor to your laptop or desktop especially if space is limited.

Skullcandy has announced the release of a whole line-up of portable speakers of various sizes, each with up-to-date Bluetooth technology. The Ounce, Kilo, Terrain Mini, Terrain and Terrain XL also have IPX7 ingress protection and USB type-C charging in common. They are available in the same colorways, albeit at different prices based on size, from now.

Xiaomi has launched a refreshed camera-focused accessory for the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. The white professional photography kit turns the Xiaomi 13 Ultra into a DSLR lookalike, with a special case, camera grip and dedicated shutter button, among other accessories.

Razer backs its new Moray audio accessory as the ideal solution for streaming or gaming marathons, as they are in-ear monitors (IEMs) as opposed to earbuds, headphones or a headset. As such, they are touted to have ergonomics as "elevated" as their THX-certified audio quality, thanks to components such as a braided Y-cable and "hybrid" drivers.

BLUETTI's latest multi-port generator is its first rated to charge like some high-end Android smartphones. The 1,800W AC180 is thus backed to re-fill its up-to-date LFP batteries from 0 to 80% in under an hour. The portable power station is also compatible with solar charging, and is rated to keep most of the user's appliances going in a blackout or outdoors thanks to a "Power Lifting Mode".

Released two years ago and capable of read/write speeds of up to 160/120 MB/s, the Samsung PRO Plus full-size SDXC card is now heavily discounted on Amazon. The 256 GB version is 57% off and its 128 GB sibling is 58% down, so they can be acquired for US$26.99/US$14.99 (each bundled with a USB reader).

Samsung has previewed new themed versions of its current flagship TWS earbuds. These Galaxy Buds2 and Buds2 Pro are presented as second-generation Pokémon Special Editions, and are, like their predecessors, mainly aimed at a South Korean audience. However, they are based on individual pocket monsters rather than on a generic Pokéball this time.

The handheld fan advertises an "AI protection chip" to ensure safety, but the manufacturer is vague on what the AI chip actually does.

Samsung touts its Smart Monitor series as the ideal display to put to dual-function use as a home IoT hub. Now, the 32-inch variant from its 2022 generation is available for US$100 less than normal online. It offers dual HDMI inputs as well as a 4K panel and USB type-C with 65W charging.

Shiftcam has launched its latest smartphone camera grip, the ProGrip. The device packs in a wide range of functionality even allowing it to be used as a wireless charging desktop dock.

The Freo takes an extra step to be as hands-off and convenient as possible with additional modes and sensors for its self-cleaning mops. The vacuum supports multi-level mapping as well.

Designer Olga Orel has unveiled her latest creation, a visually arresting pair of headphones with a futuristic twist. Looking like they could have come straight out of Cyberpunk 2077, the new headphones add a pair of customizable displays to the outer side of each can.

The XGIMI Multi-Angle Projector Stand has arrived and is suitable for various MoGo and Halo portable projectors. You can use the stand to tilt the projector up to 120°, allowing you to watch movies on your ceiling. The accessory has a slate gray aluminum alloy finish and is lightweight for portability.

Microsoft has revealed its expectations for the launch price of Project Q, Sony's gaming handheld accessory for the PlayStation 5. Disclosed as part of Microsoft's FTC hearing, the pricing would see Sony undercut the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model).

Asus' new handheld gaming device, the ROG Ally, has now paid a visit to a well-known electronics disassembly and repair YouTube channel. The portable console came in for glowing praise as a result of its new iFixit assessment, as well as and favorable comparisons between it and its Steam Deck rival - with some caveats.

Lenovo has unveiled a new Type-C 12-in-1 Docking Station, which it will crowdfund in China. The gadget lets you connect up to three monitors simultaneously, with two 4K HDMI ports and a DisplayPort. Other interfaces include Gigabit Ethernet, SD card slots, and integrated USB-C cable for 100W pass-through charging.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon Sound is a suite of audio tech solutions for mobile devices, slated to support next-gen features such as Bluetooth 5.4 and Hybrid Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation even in its upcoming mid-tier S3 Gen 2 Sound Platform. Now, the OEM has announced that it will have variants specifically optimized for devices such as gaming dongles with "ultra-low latency" and chat-boosting features.

UGREEN calls its latest portable power accessory a 145W Power Bank due to its dual USB type-C ports rated to charge at 100W and 45W simultaneously. It also offers one type-A port, so that it can be used to charge up to three devices at the same time. Now, the OEM has finally launched the new 25,000mAh battery bank via Amazon in the US and the UK.

The wireless mouse is specifically designed for office users who are in dire need of an ergonomic pointing device with a trackball. Thanks to a big discount, the Logitech MX Ergo has now hit its lowest Amazon price in almost three years.