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Timex and Amazfit/Huami team up for the Metropolitan R smartwatch. (Image source: Digital Times/Engadget)

Timex Metropolitan smartwatch: Timex teams up with Huami to create an elegant Amazfit-inspired wearable for US$179

Timex and Xiaomi subsidiary Huami have seemingly teamed up to create the Timex Metropolitan R and Timex Metropolitan S smartwatches. The Timex Metropolitan smartwatches, which are clearly inspired by Huami Amazfit devices, are pri...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 02 Jun 2020 22:23:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 NFC version will be available to buy from June 16. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 NFC version starts appearing in markets outside of China priced at 3,990 Russian rubles (US$58)

Xiaomi has started offering the Mi Band 4 NFC version outside of its domestic market. The wearable is currently listed on the Mi store for Russia and is priced at 3,990 Russian rubles (US$58). The Chinese company is expected to ro...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 02 Jun 2020 21:02:00 +0200

The Google Android TV dongle will apparently come in three colours. (Image source: XDA Developers)

FCC confirms Google Android TV dongle and multi-function remote

The FCC has confirmed that Google will be shortly releasing an Android TV dongle. Apparently codenamed Sabrina, the device will be available in three colours and will support Dolby Vision. The Google Android TV dongle will retail ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 02 Jun 2020 21:01:00 +0200

The TicWatch Pro has been updated for 2020. (Source: Mobvoi)

Deal | Mobvoi partners with PayPal to offer 10% off any product in its online store

Mobvoi is a wearable and smart-thing OEM that makes the WearOS-powered TicWatch series. It has announced that customers who order from its own web-store using PayPal will get a 10% discount. This, for example, would bring the pric...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Mon, 01 Jun 2020 21:34:00 +0200

The new Xiaomi Type-C 65 W PD fast charger has a foldable pin. (Image source: JD.com)

Xiaomi's new Type-C 65 W PD fast charger will fully charge a MacBook Pro 13 in under two hours and costs just 99 yuan (US$14)

Xiaomi has released a new USB Type-C 65 W PD fast charger that can be used with a diverse range of products from the Dell XPS 15 through the Nintendo Switch to the Redmi K20 Pro. Xiaomi claims the 99 yuan (US$14) product can fully...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 01 Jun 2020 19:22:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 will support Amazon's Alexa AI assistant. (Image source: Gizchina)

Xiaomi Mi Band 5: Official launch date and release date revealed and new renders posted

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is definitely coming soon thanks to details revealed by Xiaomi on the Chinese social media site Weibo. The company will be officially announcing the Mi Band 5 on June 11, and it will later be released for sale...

Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 31 May 2020 21:37:00 +0200

One of Eve Devices' new detachable keyboard concepts. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve V 2020: Eve Devices is taking the design of its upcoming convertible's keyboard very seriously

Eve Devices is currently developing its second-generation 2-in-1 informed by feedback from its community, as is the brand's wont. It has collected this input on the tablet portion of this product, and has now moved onto its detach...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 31 May 2020 20:28:00 +0200

The Samsung Odyssey G9 has a quantum dot display. (Image source: Overclockers UK)

Stunning Samsung Odyssey 49-inch G9 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor now available for pre-order at £1,279.99 (US$1,581)

The 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G9 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor is now available for pre-order and those interested will have to pay up £1,279.99 (US$1,581) for the pleasure of owning the magnificent display. The monitor has a 240 Hz r...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 30 May 2020 23:56:00 +0200

The Lenovo Smart Clock with Google Assistant is currently less than half price at Best Buy. (Image source: Best Buy)

Deal | Lenovo Smart Clock: Pick up the smart home device with Google Assistant for less than half price

The Lenovo Smart Clock is currently on offer at Best Buy. The useful smart home device is usually priced at US$79.99, but it has been reduced by US$40 at the moment, bringing the price down to a very tempting US$39.99. The Lenovo ...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 30 May 2020 21:20:00 +0200

The wearables sector had a mixed 1Q2020. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung's global wearables shipments grew by 71% for the first quarter of 2020

The latest IDC report on the wearables market (for the first quarter of 2020 (1Q2020)) shows that its watch sector declined. However, this shortfall was addressed by gains made by the audio and band categories. Apple remained the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 29 May 2020 23:58:00 +0200

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 was launched in 2018. (Image source: Samsung)

New Samsung Galaxy Watch: Four variants of the possible Galaxy Watch Active 3 start revealing their secrets through FCC filings

A new Samsung Galaxy Watch has been discovered in recent FCC files, with a total of four different model numbers being spotted. It is believed that there will be two variants with LTE connectivity, while two other Samsung Galaxy W...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 29 May 2020 23:29:00 +0200

Does OPPO want to be the new Huawei? (Source: OPPO)

OPPO may be closer than ever to having its own Kirin-esque series of chips

According to a new report, the mobile device OEM OPPO is making progress with its dream of constructing a team to rival Huawei's HiSilicon division. This would enable it to build its own in-house chipsets, as this company and Sams...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 29 May 2020 13:38:00 +0200

5GBioShield: A USB key that promises to protect against 5G for almost US$450

Using "proprietary holographic nano-layer" and "quantum biological shielding" technologies, 5GBioShield claims that its USB key will protect you against harmful 5G radiation. Its "life force frequencies" are available for almost U...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 28 May 2020 20:23:00 +0200

The new Lifebook U9310X. (Source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu's latest series of Lifebooks includes "the world's lightest convertible with a pen"

Fujitsu has announced new additions to its business-class Lifebook line of notebooks. They are led by the U9310 and its 2-in-1 variant, the U9310X. This 13.3-inch convertible has up to 10th-gen core i7 Intel processors and weighs ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Thu, 28 May 2020 19:22:00 +0200

All-aluminum HP P500 external SSD offers up to 460 MB/s read rates with 3-year warranty as standard

All-aluminum 1 TB HP P500 external SSD weighs just 1.7 oz, offers up to 460 MB/s read rates

At just under 50 grams, the pocket-friendly USB Type-C SSD comes standard with 3-year warranty in capacities ranging from 120 GB up to 1 TB.

Allen Ngo, Thu, 28 May 2020 18:41:00 +0200

Raspberry Pi: Give the popular single-board computer improved cooling with these new cases

The well-known manufacturer Akasa has released several new cases for the Raspberry Pi. These should offer particularly good cooling and ensure stable performance without resorting to using active cooling solutions.

Alex Alderson, Thu, 28 May 2020 14:25:00 +0200

Careful, the Dell XPS 15 9500 AC adapter can get really hot at up to 60 C or 140 F

Most AC adapters we've seen typically stay under 50 C when stressed and rarely do they ever go beyond 60 C. If you own the small 90 W AC adapter that ships with the latest XPS 15 series, however, then you might want to be extra ca...

Allen Ngo, Thu, 28 May 2020 06:45:00 +0200

The Redmi Smart TV X55 has a metal frame. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Smart TV X55 has its price slashed before launch to match the 55-inch Honor Vision X1 Smart TV

The Redmi Smart TV X55 from Xiaomi has had its price considerably slashed ahead of going on sale. The new price tag for the television is 1,699 yuan (US$237). This puts the Redmi Smart TV X55, which features a 4K screen and 32 GB ...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 27 May 2020 23:30:00 +0200

The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 headset. (Source: Turtle Beach)

The US gaming headset market is found to have hit new heights as of April 2020

A new market research report states that the gaming headset sector broke records in terms of US retail sales in April 2020. This study also found that 8 of the 10 best-selling devices in this category were from the brand Turtle Be...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 27 May 2020 23:16:00 +0200

Research has found that more people clean their phones more regularly these days. (Source: Pixabay)

The number of people who clean their phones daily in the US may have doubled due to Covid-19

Most modern phones are made of materials on which pathogens, Covid-19 included, can survive on for up to 120 hours. Accordingly, bodies such as the US Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommend that they be cleaned once a day. New...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 27 May 2020 19:22:00 +0200

Qualcomm previews a new line of smartphone-linked XR viewers for 2021

Qualcomm has announced a range of XR viewers, a novel product category possible due to 5G speeds and bandwidth. They are intended to deliver high-quality content to be supported by the smartphones they connect to via USB type C, a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 27 May 2020 18:30:00 +0200

The Redmi Display 1A offers a 178° viewing angle. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Display 1A pre-sale begins: 23.8-inch IPS monitor from Xiaomi with narrow bezels for just 599 yuan (US$84)

The Redmi Display 1A monitor from Xiaomi is now official and has been put up for pre-sale. Customers in China can reserve one of the external monitors for 100 yuan (US$14) deposit while the full price for the Redmi Display 1A is 5...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 27 May 2020 16:15:00 +0200

The "new" Intel stock coolers will only ship with lower-end Comet Lake SKUs (Image source: Intel)

Intel tweaks its stock cooler for the first time in years: still no match for AMD's Wraith coolers and nowhere near good enough for the Comet Lake S i9-10900K

After nearly a decade of rehashing its stock cooler, Intel's finally made substantial (although entirely cosmetic) changes to its stock cooler design for a limited number of Comet Lake S SKUs.

Arjun Krishna Lal, Wed, 27 May 2020 09:38:00 +0200

Sony announces its new "vlogger's camera", the ZV-1

Sony has launched a lightweight, compact camera with a 20.1MP 1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS sensor. However, it is not a new RX: the new ZV-1 was designed with content creators in mind. It has a side-mounted LCD touchscreen, as well as t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 26 May 2020 20:36:00 +0200

The new XRSpace Mova headset is powered by the Snapdragon 845 VR platform and supports 5G connectivity. (Source: XRSpace)

Former HTC CEO back with new VR start up XRSpace and the 5G-capable Mova headset

Peter Chou was once the very visible face of HTC when it was still a force in the smartphone market. These days, with HTC and Vive well and truly in the rear vision mirror, he is back with a new VR start up that looks like it has ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, Tue, 26 May 2020 11:58:00 +0200

Redmi Earbuds S is now available for purchase

Redmi Earbuds S TWS earphones launched with low-latency gaming mode, IPX4 rating, and more

Redmi has launched a new pair of TWS earphones in India called the Redmi Earbuds S. It boasts of up to four hours of continuous playback on a single charge, splash resistance, and a 122ms low-latency mode for gaming. It is availab...

Anil Satyanarayana, Tue, 26 May 2020 10:42:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 will be able to display analog watch faces. (Image source: TizenHelp)

New Xiaomi Mi Band 5 features discovered: Smartphone camera controller, more fitness categories, and analog watch face support

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness tracker will reportedly feature a smartphone camera controller among its array of functions. On top of that, five new fitness categories have been added to the included list of workout activities, and ...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 25 May 2020 20:04:00 +0200

The Realme Power Bank 2 is available in both black and yellow (Image source: Gizmochina)

Realme launches 10000 mAh Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0 Power Bank 2 in India for US$26

Alongside the Realme X50 Pro, the Realme TV, the Realme Watch, and a whole host of upcoming devices, Realme launched the Realme Power Bank 2, a US$26 10000 mAh charger with Quick Charge 4.0 technology.

Arjun Krishna Lal, Mon, 25 May 2020 17:07:00 +0200

The latest alleged Xiaomi Mi Band 5 live photos show the wearable with a smaller button on the display. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Mi Band 5 wearable fitness tracker revealed in new alleged live photo leak

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 wearable fitness tracker has supposedly been leaked once again in some live photos. The alleged Mi Band 5 is shown being plugged into its charging station in the latest images. Few additional details are offer...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 25 May 2020 15:09:00 +0200

Redmi Monitor 1A will be unveiled on May 26th

Leak suggests that the Redmi Monitor 1A is a cheaper version of the Mi Display 1A

Redmi's upcoming monitor will be called the Redmi Monitor 1A, according to well-known leaker Ishan Agarwal. Much like the Mi Display 1A, it will also come with a 60Hz 23.8-inch IPS LCD panel. The monitor will reportedly cost aroun...

Anil Satyanarayana, Mon, 25 May 2020 14:54:00 +0200

Are these OnePlus' latest upcoming accessories? (Source: Twitter)

Rumor | OnePlus will launch its first pair of TWS earbuds alongside the Z in July 2020

The tipster Max J. claims that OnePlus is closer than ever to releasing its first pair of truly wireless (TWS) earbuds. He also asserts that they will be launched in about 2 months from today (May 24, 2020). However, those hoping ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 24 May 2020 21:38:00 +0200

The already available OPPO Enco W31 earphones have 7 mm dynamic drivers. (Image source: OPPO)

OPPO Smart Band and OPPO Enco W51 wireless earbuds teased ahead of expected June launch

OPPO has been busy teasing some new upcoming products on social media, including the OPPO Smart Band wearable and OPPO Enco W51 wireless earbuds. Specific details about the two products are currently scarce, but it is believed OPP...

Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 24 May 2020 20:51:00 +0200

Seems the Watch GT series is getting some very direct competition. (Source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei will start a new smartwatch line that matches the Mate series

A leaks site has posted what is claimed to be a new trademarking application filed by Huawei for a "Mate Watch". Therefore, it seems the OEM is making a new wearable specifically intended to go with the phablets of the same name. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 23 May 2020 19:47:00 +0200

The Vivo TWS Neo earphones are expected to arrive on June 1st alongside the Vivo X50 Pro (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo's new TWS earphones: The Vivo TWS Neo AirPods alternative set launch with the Vivo X50 Pro on June 1st

Vivo recently revealed a teaser video for its upcoming Vivo TWS Neo TWS earphones. These AirPods alternatives are expected to cost less than the US$169 Vivo TWS, but fierce competition in the segment from the likes of the Realme B...

Arjun Krishna Lal, Sat, 23 May 2020 10:10:00 +0200

The UGREEN 65W GaN charger is available on flash sale for a 50 percent discount (Image source: UGREEN)

Deal | UGREEN's 65W GaN charger is 50 percent off on Indiegogo: This US$37 4-port device can fast charge an iPhone 11 Pro, iPad Pro 2020, and MacBook Air at the same time

UGREEN's All in One 65W GaN charger is selling at a 50 percent discount on Indiegogo. The limited time sale makes the charger price competitive with Apple's 18W, while enabling users to fast charge 4 devices simultaneously.

Arjun Krishna Lal, Sat, 23 May 2020 09:44:00 +0200

Rufus Cuff: The large smartwatch is finally getting a release date

The computer for your wrist is finally being delivered, years after it was first announced. The Rufus Cuff is significantly larger than your typical smartwatch and has numerous sensors.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 22 May 2020 20:54:00 +0200

The Amazfit Bip S will launch on June 3

The Amazfit Bip S is set to launch on June 3, XDA Developers reports. Featuring up to 40 days battery life, the Bip S has a 1.28-inch display and comes in an array of colours.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 22 May 2020 20:25:00 +0200

Redmi is launching three new Smart TV X series sets. (Image source: Weibo)

Redmi Smart TV X series launches on May 26: X50, X55, and X60 sets with MEMC motion compensation for enhanced viewing

Redmi will soon be introducing its new Smart TV X series. Three sets are scheduled to be launched on May 26: the Redmi X50, Redmi X55, and Redmi X65. The smart televisions will feature MEMC technology, which utilizes motion interp...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 22 May 2020 15:17:00 +0200

The Sony WH-1000XM4 will retail for US$349. (Image source: Sony via Best Buy)

Sony WH-1000XM4: Updated Headphones Connect app confirms DSEE Extreme, Multi Point and Smart Talking Mode for US$349 and June-bound headphones

With the launch of the WH-1000XM4 seemingly imminent, Sony has updated its Headphones Connect app to add support for its upcoming over-ear headphones. The update reveals several features that will grace the WH-1000XM4, which will ...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 22 May 2020 14:10:00 +0200

The TCL 9 Series RAYDANZ soundbar. (Source: TCL)

TCL wins a 2020 iF Design Award for its latest flagship soundbar

TCL is becoming increasingly well-known for its mostly affordable high-res TVs. However, it also does soundbars, the newest of which has won an award for its unique "RAYDANZ" design. The OEM claims that it allows the device to pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Thu, 21 May 2020 19:25:00 +0200

The Realme Buds Air Neo are set to arrive on May 25th (Image source: Realme)

Realme Buds Air Neo pricing leaks: US$39 TWS AirPods alternatives with 13mm drivers and Bluetooth 5.0 set to launch on May 25th

Pricing recently leaked for the upcoming Realme Buds Air Neo. Realme's TWS earphones will launch on May 25th, alongside the higher-tier Realme Buds Q, the Realme TV, and the Realme Watch.

Arjun Krishna Lal, Thu, 21 May 2020 17:00:00 +0200

The Razer Opus retails for US$199.99. (Image source: Razer)

Razer launches Opus THX-certified over-ear headphones with ANC, aptX support and up to 25 hours battery life

Razer has announced its latest pair of the over-ear headphones, the Opus. Sporting 40 mm drivers, the Opus is THX-certified, supports aptX, ANC and is rated for up to 25 hours of battery life.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 20 May 2020 19:17:00 +0200

Apple's EarPods might not come included with iPhone 12 series devices (Image source: Apple)

First the headphone jack, now EarPods: report suggests Apple might not include free EarPods with iPhone 12 and 12 Pro series devices to nudge consumers towards AirPods Pro and AirPods Studio

A report by Ming Chi-Kuo indicates that Apple might not include EarPods with its iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro series devices this year. The move appears to be an effort to nudge consumers towards buying AirPods Pro and the upcoming...

Arjun Krishna Lal, Wed, 20 May 2020 15:34:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Amazfit Ares smartwatch is available in black and army green. (Image source: Amazfit)

Xiaomi Amazfit Ares rugged smartwatch unboxed in real-life photos - 70 sport modes and 14-day battery life for 499 yuan (US$70)

Xiaomi and Huami have announced the Amazfit Ares smartwatch, and it has already been fully revealed in a serious of real-life unboxed photos. The rugged-looking wearable has a 1.28-inch color touchscreen and weighs just 48 g. The ...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 20 May 2020 10:28:00 +0200

The Redmi AirDots S TWS earbuds have 7.2 mm audio drivers. (Image source: Giztop).

Redmi AirDots S TWS earbuds or Redmi Soundbar 2.0 most likely candidates as Xiaomi hints at new audio product for Indian market

Redmi India has been teasing a wireless personal audio product that will soon be launching on the Indian market. Fans of the brand have been guessing what the device could be, with Redmi AirDots S TWS earbuds and the Redmi Soundba...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 19 May 2020 14:12:00 +0200

Raspberry Pi: Turn the popular single-board computer into a smart home centre with IKEA TRÅDFRI and Home Assistant support

A new project turns the Raspberry Pi into a control centre for smart home gadgets. The project supports both IKEA smart lighting and Home Assistant.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 18 May 2020 16:41:00 +0200

The Mi AirDots 2 SE costs just CNY 169 (~US$23.80). (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Mi AirDots 2 SE: New Apple AirPods alternatives that cost under US$25

Headed for general sale on May 19, the Mi AirDots 2 SE is Xiaomi's latest set of TWS earbuds. Sporting 14.2 mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and up to 20 hours battery life among other features, the AirDots 2 SE costs just C...

Alex Alderson, Mon, 18 May 2020 16:21:00 +0200

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