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The 55-inch model of the Redmi TV A Series is the first to be launched. (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi Smart TV A55 launched at an attractive price of 1,777 yuan (US$262) as the first of a series of five new smart TVs

Redmi has announced its new A Series of smart TVs for the Chinese market. The series will initially consist of five different-sized devices, with the Redmi Smart TV A55 being the first one to launch. Xiaomi is offering this 55-inc...

Daniel R Deakin, Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:36:00 +0200

The Iconikal Rockchip RK3328 retails for just US$10. (Image source: Amazon)

Iconikal Rockchip RK3328: A US$10 single-board computer with more power than a Raspberry Pi 3

A single-board computer by Iconikal promises to offer more performance than the Raspberry Pi 3 but a fraction of the cost. Iconikal also includes a few accessories, while the board should be compatible with software for the Pine R...

Alex Alderson, Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:38:00 +0200

Autonomous vehicles may be better and safer with network slicing. (Source: Ericsson)

The network slicing market may surpass US$600 million in 6 years

Network slicing refers to the process of sharing a single network (usually for mobile data) between different use-cases (e.g. IoT or VR) in a way that renders the same connectivity optimal for each one. Therefore, its market is li...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 13 Sep 2020 16:55:00 +0200

Nvidia's deal to acquire Arm from SoftBank could be announced as soon as Monday. (Image: Nvidia)

Nvidia acquistion of ARM all but a done deal, announcement imminent

Nvidia could soon be announced as the new owner of Arm Holdings, the British semi-conductor company that controls the chip architecture in the world's smartphones and tablets. The deal is said to be worth around US$40 billion and ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:28:00 +0200

Huawei will start shipping smartphones with its in-house HarmonyOS in 2021. (Image: Huawei)

Huawei to drop Android, will start shipping smartphones with its HarmonyOS from 2021

Huawei will drop the AOSP version of Android it is currently shipping on its smartphones in 2021. In its place, the embattled Chinese tech giant will start shipping its smartphones with its home grown HarmonyOS, according to execu...

Sanjiv Sathiah, Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:17:00 +0200

Gaming on the Redmi Max 98 offers a whole new level of immersive experiences. (Image source: Xiaomi)

98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max goes on flash sale once again for 19,999 yuan (US$2,924) but still no sign of Xiaomi bringing it to international markets

Xiaomi has announced that the 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max will soon be available in yet another flash sale for the immensely popular big television. However, it seems yet again that it will be buyers in China that will be getting g...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:21:00 +0200

The Premiere LSP9T is the first laser project to achieve a HDR10+ rating. (Image: Samsung)

The Premiere is a new ultra short-throw 4K laser projector range from Samsung

Samsung has debuted a new ultra short throw laser projector range it is calling The Premiere. The new devices can project in 4K and are designed to integrate with contemporary house design.

Sanjiv Sathiah, Wed, 02 Sep 2020 13:59:00 +0200

These new 82-inch TVs will be positioned under the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi set to build on recent TV sales successes with the launch of two 82-inch smart TVs

Xiaomi has seen major success with its recent TV releases. The 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max, for example, has racked up impressive numbers every time it's been put on sale. It's no surprise, then, that Xiaomi is looking to build on ...

Ricci Rox, Sun, 30 Aug 2020 20:57:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector appears to be getting a successor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mijia Projector Youth Edition 2 launching soon with new smart abilities

Xiaomi has been teasing a new product in its extensive home projector lineup: the Xiaomi Mijia Projector Youth Edition 2. Few details have been revealed about the Mijia Projector so far, but it is scheduled for launch on September...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 29 Aug 2020 21:43:00 +0200

Xiaomi has released a bunch of impressive TVs this year. (Source: Gearbest)

Xiaomi TVs are set to get more expensive, leak indicates

Xiaomi TVs usually offer excellent value for money but that performance to price ratio could take a slight hit soon with Xiaomi expected to raise prices of its TV line on August 28. The company is also set to bring a new TV, the M...

Ricci Rox, Thu, 27 Aug 2020 22:53:00 +0200

New products such as the Mi 10 Ultra and Mi TV LUX have boosted Xiaomi's lineup. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi quarterly infographics portray a company taking the world by storm thanks to products such as the Mi 10 lineup and Mi TV Master Series

Xiaomi has published some infographics to amply portray just how successful the Chinese OEM has been over the last few months. The company is now in the top four places globally for smartphone shipments and in the top five for sma...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 26 Aug 2020 23:47:00 +0200

Sony still hasn't revealed what's hiding on the back of the PS5. (Image source: Sony/VGC)

PlayStation 5 should reward gamers with superfast connections and low latency as Wi-Fi 6 chip is spotted in likely PS5 certification

A Sony Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) wireless communication module has been spotted in certification that likely pertains to the PlayStation 5. An image of the chip has also been revealed in one particular filing, which also includes th...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 26 Aug 2020 21:18:00 +0200

Raspberry Pi: Transform the popular single-board computer into a server with the NODE Mini Server V3

A new project utilises the current Raspberry Pi 4 into a powerful mini-server. The project can run off an M.2 SSD and should be fairly simple to build.

Alex Alderson, Tue, 25 Aug 2020 19:19:00 +0200

Windows 10 Dual Display mode on the Lumia 950XL (Image source: ITHome)

Windows 10 could soon run on your Android smartphone: Windows 10 for ARM developers mark a milestone with dual-screen display now supported on the Lumia 950 XL

A custom development effort to bring full-fledged Windows 10 to ARM devices like the Lumia 950 recently got a major fillip, with developers managing to get the dual display feature working. This leaves the door open to the possibi...

Arjun Krishna Lal, Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:02:00 +0200

A Huawei smart TV with a floating full-screen would make the X65's slender bezels look chunky. (Image source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei MateBook X Pro laptop's floating screen technology will soon feature in a Huawei TV

A noted tipster has reported that Huawei will be using the “floating screen technology” that is expected to feature with the upcoming Huawei MateBook X Pro 2020 laptop in a cutting-edge smart TV that will be unveiled by the end of...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 18 Aug 2020 23:41:00 +0200

The Redmi Max 98 features XiaoAI voice assistance. (Image source: Redmi TV/Xiaomi - edited)

The Redmi Smart TV Max 98's specs and price help Xiaomi outsell the competition by over 16 to 1 in a single day

Xiaomi has revealed that it managed to sell 1,660 units of the 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max in a single day thanks to the attractive combination of decent specifications and reasonable price (19,999 yuan; about US$2,877). The giant ...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 17 Aug 2020 22:21:00 +0200

The Redmi Max 98 has sold out again and fans can buy Xiaomi gold coins. (Image source: YouPin/Xiaomi - edited)

The 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max sells like hotcakes as 1,000 units go in a minute and Xiaomi moves into gold for its anniversary celebrations

Xiaomi has been celebrating its 10th anniversary in business this week and has decided to issue its own pure gold commemorative coins as an expensive keepsake for fans. The company can afford to dabble in gold when it can boast of...

Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 16 Aug 2020 20:27:00 +0200

The Samsung Galaxy Fold — where do we go from here? (Image source: Samsung)

Thin bezels, under-display cameras, and foldables are overpriced stopgaps on the way to the post-smartphone paradigm

The rise of ultra-expensive foldable devices like the Samsung Galaxy Fold, Motorola Razr, and Apple’s rumoured iPhone/iPad hybrid underline a greater issue with the smartphone industry on the whole: the lack of genuine innovation ...

Column by Arjun Krishna Lal, Thu, 13 Aug 2020 19:05:00 +0200

The Mi TV Lux OLED Transparent Edition. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's new OLED TV is transparent and costs a numbing US$7,200

After the release of the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series last month, Xiaomi is back with its second OLED TV yet. The new Mi TV Lux OLED Transparent Edition is, well, transparent, and probably does a great job of looking really cool. I...

Ricci Rox, Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:06:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Ninebot GoKart Pro Lamborghini Edition is now available for pre-order. (Image source: Xiaomi/Weibo)

Xiaomi's Ninebot GoKart Pro Lamborghini Edition can zip along at 40 km/h (25 mph) and costs 9,999 yuan (US$1,440)

Xiaomi has just revealed the new Ninebot GoKart Pro Lamborghini Edition with yellow coloring, rear spoiler, and custom tires. The Lamborghini Edition of the Ninebot GoKart Pro can manage a top speed of 40 km/h (~25 mph), comes wit...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 11 Aug 2020 19:59:00 +0200

The ClusterCTRL Stack allows you to combine the power of four Raspberry Pi units. (Image source: The Raspberry Pi Foundation)

Raspberry Pi: Transform the single-board computer into a powerful cluster system with the ClusterCTRL Stack

With the ClusterCTRL Stack, one can harness the power of up to 5 Raspberry Pi boards simultaneously. The ClusterCTRL Stack can control up to two fans to keep the clustered Raspberry Pi SBCs cool too.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 10 Aug 2020 15:21:00 +0200

The Door and Window Sensor 2 augments security and automatically enables or disables lighting (Image source: ITHome)

Xiaomi launches US$7 Door and Window Sensor 2 to make your smart home slightly smarter

Xiaomi recently announced its smart Door and Window Sensor 2 for the Chinese market. The US$7 smart sensor carries forward the tech giant’s kitchen sink approach to tech releases, from premium TV and midrange phones all the way do...

Arjun Krishna Lal, Mon, 10 Aug 2020 08:22:00 +0200

The Zero Terminal 3 is a portable mini-PC that is built off a Raspberry Pi. (Image source: NODE via Hackster.io)

Zero Terminal 3: A modular mini-PC based on a Raspberry Pi with a touchscreen and a battery

The Zero Terminal 3 is a compact mini-PC based on a Raspberry Pi. The device has a 1080p touchscreen, a built-in battery and a keyboard.

Alex Alderson, Sun, 09 Aug 2020 22:35:00 +0200

The UP Xtreme comes with Intel Whiskey Lake processors. (Image source: AAEON & UP Board)

UP Xtreme: A powerful single-board computer with Intel Whiskey Lake processors

The UP Xtreme from AAEON and UP Board is a particularly powerful single-board computer. Available in Lite or regular models, the UP Xtreme comes with Intel Whiskey Lake processors, plenty of ports, a 40-pin header and a DDR4 SODIM...

Alex Alderson, Sun, 09 Aug 2020 21:53:00 +0200

The 65-inch Mi TV Master Series. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi tipped to launch a new OLED TV following the release of the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series

Xiaomi released the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series last month and is set to follow it with yet another premium OLED TV. Not much has been revealed so far but word on the grapevine implies a much larger TV, with an accompanying premiu...

Ricci Rox, Sun, 09 Aug 2020 08:44:00 +0200

Intel's Tiger Lake CPUs should offer decent competition for AMD's Renoir APUs. (Image Source: Intel)

The first single-board computers supporting Intel's upcoming Tiger Lake CPUs will launch soon

Intel's own Phantom Canyon NUCs will most likely be targeting budget gamers, so if you are looking for more affordable mini PCs powered by the upcoming Tiger Lake CPUs for IoT and HTPC applications, you could check out the single-...

Bogdan Solca, Tue, 04 Aug 2020 15:51:00 +0200

The Rock Pi 4 Model C can be purchased for US$59. (Image source: Radxa)

Rock Pi 4 Model C: A US$59 single-board computer that supports NVMe drives and PoE

Radxa's new version of the Rock Pi 4, the Model C, is finally orderable. The Rock Pi 4 Model C has an M.2 connector for NVMe storage and is available for as little as US$59. The SBC is available with a hexa-core processor and 4 GB...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 31 Jul 2020 21:38:00 +0200

LG's upcoming 163-inch 4K microLED TV has 600-nit typical brightness. (Image source: LG)

LG's upcoming 163-inch 4K microLED TV is ideal for those unadorned walls in your new mansion

LG will soon be releasing a gigantic 163-inch 4K microLED TV. The huge device is already listed in the South Korean company’s business solutions under the model number LSAB009 (P0.9). Apparently, the 163-inch LG 4K microLED TV wil...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:08:00 +0200

The Rock Pi E starts at US$24.00. (Image source: Radxa & Seeedstudio)

Rock Pi E: A compact Raspberry Pi alternative with dual Ethernet ports

The Rock Pi E is the latest single-board computer by Radxa. Based on the Rockchip RK3328, the Rock Pi E is available with up to 2 GB of RAM and features dual Ethernet ports. The Rock Pi E starts at US$24.00.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:27:00 +0200

Xiaomi has been dominating the Chinese TV market for a considerable period. (Image source: Redmi TV)

Xiaomi prepares the 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max for another flash sale as the company celebrates TV market dominance in China

Xiaomi is preparing another flash sale for the giant 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max while also celebrating the news that the company shipped more TVs in China in the first half of 2020 than any other company. The Xiaomi Mi TV range is...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 27 Jul 2020 09:09:00 +0200

MIUI for TV 3.0 brings an overhauled user interface to Mi TV devices. (Image source: MIUI for TV)

Xiaomi launches MIUI for TV 3.0 with a smarter design, new controls, and improved UI

Xiaomi has launched MIUI for TV 3.0 software for its Mi TV range. The new overlay brings an enhanced user interface with it along with detailed animations for the menu and new operating modes, including a gamepad mode. MIUI for TV...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 25 Jul 2020 10:22:00 +0200

Phytium is China's newest and most ambitious CPU maker. (Image Source: cnTechPost)

New Chinese CPU maker Phytium to release 7 nm and 5nm server CPUs, along with 14 nm processors for desktop and embedded markets

While Intel is yet again postponing the launch of its 7 nm processors, Chinese chip makers like Phytium are rising with big dreams of providing decent competition for AMD in the next few years. Phytium currently specializes in ser...

Bogdan Solca, Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:53:00 +0200

The 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max features 192 dynamic backlight partitions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has the 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max back at a pre-sale price of 19,999 yuan (US$2,855)

Xiaomi has revealed that the giant 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max is now in a pre-sale phase again as clearly stocks had dwindled after the amazing sales successes the Chinese OEM had with the huge device. The Redmi Max 98 is currentl...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:16:00 +0200

The Router 3 is Honor's first Wi-Fi 6 Plus router. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Router 3: Fast Wi-Fi 6 Plus router announced

Honor has announced its first Wi-Fi 6 Plus router, the Honor Router 3. The Router 3 features one WAN port, three Gigabit LAN ports and measures 245 x 159.2 x 39.7 mm. The Honor Router 3 is available for €79.90 in the Eurozone and ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 21 Jul 2020 12:28:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4C can last for up to 14 days on a single charge. (Image source: Xiaomi/Amazon Spain)

Xiaomi Mi Band 4C now available on Amazon in Europe as the Chinese OEM plans for adding to its Mi TV range in India

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4C has been spotted appearing on Amazon Spain, where the budget fitness tracker can be bought for a very reasonable €19.99 (US$23/£18). While the Chinese OEM is busy releasing wearables in Europe, it looks like ...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 21 Jul 2020 11:39:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mijia Projector 2 Pro covers 100% of the Rec. 709 color gamut. (Image source: Xiaomi/JD.com)

Xiaomi announces the Mijia Projector 2 Pro with ToF technology and up to 200-inch screen projection for 4,599 yuan (US$658)

Xiaomi has announced the new Mijia Projector 2 Pro device, which is priced at 4,599 yuan (US$658). The projector is able to cast a screen of up to a maximum of 200 inches, and it features a brightness level of up to 1,300 ANSI Lum...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 21 Jul 2020 10:34:00 +0200

The Redmi AirDots 2 are cheap TWS earphones from China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi AirDots 2 announced: Budget TWS earphones with Bluetooth 5.0 and 7.2 mm sound drivers for 79 yuan (US$11)

Xiaomi has announced the new Redmi AirDots 2 earphones, which will be officially launched on July 22. The TWS earphones are currently priced at 79 yuan (US$11) during the crowdfunding stage. The budget earphones offer Bluetooth 5....

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:44:00 +0200

The NanoPi NEO3 can be purchased with a case. (Image source: FriendlyARM)

NanoPi NEO3: Smaller than the Raspberry Pi Zero W with Raspberry Pi 3 levels of performance for US$20.00

FriendlyARM has now made the NanoPi NEO3 available to purchase. Starting at US$20.00, the NanoPi NEO3 comes with up to 2 GB of DDR4 RAM and is based on the Rockchip's RK3328 quad-core ARM chipset. The tiny SBC is smaller than the ...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:51:00 +0200

The Philips +984 OLED TV has sound by Bowers & Wilkins. (Image source: Philips)

New Philips OLED and LCD TVs to come with Bowers & Wilkins audio technology during extended partnership

A press release has revealed that Philips (TP Vision) and Bowers & Wilkins have decided to extend their partnership and continue to offer their respective expertise in future Philips OLED and LCD TVs. The duo previously collaborat...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 17 Jul 2020 11:38:00 +0200

Security concerns have been raised over TikTok use. (Image source: The Economic Times)

TikTok owner ByteDance stars in BrandZ top 50 Chinese global brand builders report for 2020 as Huawei and Xiaomi also shine

The brand equity researcher BrandZ has issued a report in regard to the top 50 Chinese global brand builders for 2020. While Huawei tops the list and Xiaomi manages a powerful fifth position, it’s the owner of TikTok, ByteDance, w...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 17 Jul 2020 10:18:00 +0200

The Redmi X50 smart TV utilizes Xiaomi's intelligent assistant for enhanced features. (Image source: JD.com)

Updated | Redmi X50 goes on sale: 50-inch smart TV with 4K screen, MEMC, and a metal frame for just 1,899 yuan (US$272)

The Redmi X50 smart TV has finally gone on sale and has been priced at just 1,899 yuan (US$272). The TV, which is framed in metal and features a 4K display, offers users the chance to enjoy MEMC picture-smoothing technology on a d...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 17 Jul 2020 09:13:00 +0200

The Vinyl Emulator brings the tactile feeling of vinyl to digital music. (Image source: Vinyl Emulator)

Raspberry Pi: Transform the popular single-board computer into an NFC-powered music player

A project has shown how to utilise the Raspberry Pi as an NFC-powered music player. Bringing a degree of tactility to digital music, the project combines an NFC reader with NFC tags to play specific albums, playlists or radio stat...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 16 Jul 2020 15:09:00 +0200

Xiaomi will release a Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team edition of the Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 too. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi unveils two new electric scooters starting at €399 and a Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team special edition model

Xiaomi has announced two new electric scooters, along with a Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 special edition of its flagship model. Called the Mi Electric Scooter 1S and Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2, the scooters will go on sale for €399 an...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 15 Jul 2020 23:36:00 +0200

The Pi Case 40 has already received 4x its funding target. (Image source: Cooler Master)

Raspberry Pi: Cooler Master promises unbeatable cooling performance from its new passively-cooled case for the popular single-board computer

Cooler Master has torn through the funding target of its new Raspberry Pi case, the Pi Case 40. Apparently offering better cooling performance than "any other passively cooled Pi case on the market", the Pi Case 40 retails for jus...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 15 Jul 2020 19:52:00 +0200

The Lumos Ultra smart helmet can also be fitted with an optional visor. (Image source: Kickstarter/Lumos)

Lumos Ultra smart helmet: Apple Watch-compatible turn-signaling bike helmet attracts over US$2.2 million in crowdfunding

The Lumos Ultra smart helmet has been in the news thanks to its highly successful Kickstarter project, which still has a week left to run on it. The smart bike helmet has attracted over US$2.2 million from backers. The Lumos Ultra...

Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 12 Jul 2020 10:46:00 +0200

A first look at Google's "Prince" Smart speaker. (Image source: The Radio Use Website)

Pictures of new Google Nest Smart speaker appear on Japanese regulatory body

Pictures of Google's upcoming Nest Smart speaker have surfaced online. Published by a Japanese regulatory body, the speaker has an ungainly-looking design that is considerably larger than the Google Home.

Alex Alderson, Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:26:00 +0200

Raspberry Pi: Transform the popular single-board computer into a smart speaker with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa integration

Fancy making use of a Raspberry Pi as a smart speaker? Well, two projects have demonstrated the steps for getting the popular single-board computer working with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. The realised projects support wake...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 09 Jul 2020 17:47:00 +0200

The Akasa Gem Pro retails for around US$30. (Image source: Akasa)

Raspberry Pi: Fanless aluminium case brings style to the popular single-board computer for US$30

Akasa has released the Gem Pro, having announced the case in May. Available for £24.75 or US$30.95, the Gem Pro features apertures for the GPIO and microSD card slot of the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, along with full access to its oth...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 08 Jul 2020 14:52:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick is coming to the US. (Image source: Gearbest)

FCC confirms that the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick is headed to the US and the EU

The FCC has confirmed that the Mi TV Stick is on its way to the US. The device will be available in the EU too and will support a host of current connectivity standards. Xiaomi is expected to release the Mi TV Stick in two edition...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 08 Jul 2020 12:47:00 +0200

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