Month: September 2022
Garmin beefs up battery for new Venu Sq 2
Garmin is launching two new wearables at IFA 2022. The $249.99 Venu Sq 2 is an update to its affordable GPS smartwatch line, while the $89.99 Black Panther version Vivofit Jr. 3 gets a new special edition band. The Venu Sq 2 is mostly an iterative refresh. The OLED screen…
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HMD claims its latest Nokia smartphone is its most ‘eco-friendly’ yet
HMD is announcing a trio of new smartphones today — the Nokia G60 5G, C31, and X30 5G — and says the X30 5G is the “most eco-friendly smartphone” it’s ever produced. The three phones are focused on Europe, and are distinct from the range of devices that HMD sells…
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LG’s MoodUP refrigerator comes with color-changing LED doors and a built-in speaker
IFA 2022 (Europe’s answer to CES) starts tomorrow, so you know what that means — some wacky new appliances and home products. LG is kicking off the proceedings with the MoodUP refrigerator that has color-changing LED door panels, offering something completely different for your kitchen than the usual white or…
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Eve gets an Android app and launches a Thread version of its smart switch
After years as an Apple-only smart home company, Eve is finally turning to the dark other side and launching an Android app. At the IFA tech show, the company announced that its suite of smart home products – which include smart plugs, smart light strips, smart switches, and smart sensors…
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Sony’s $1,000 Xperia 5 IV offers 4K 120p HDR on all three rear cameras
Sony has unveiled a smartphone with both gaming and photo-taking powers that’s (a bit) less expensive than its last few models. The Xperia 5 IV comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform and 120Hz 6.1-inch 21:9 OLED display, while offering photo features from the Xperia 1 IV flagship…
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Zoom signs up its fastest partner yet with Oracle Red Bull Racing deal
Audio player loading… Zoom is extending its reach into Formula 1 with a new partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing. The video conferencing giant has announced it will become the official unified communications provider to the reigning Formula 1 world champions, providing a range of services to the team as…
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