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Best of CES 2023 – Wireless TVs, Urine Sensor, Smart Desk, & More

Joel Joseph — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 10:11:44 +0000

CES 2023 kicked off earlier this month, with brands across the globe exhibiting the latest and greatest in tech for the year. We saw a lot of announcements at the Las Vegas event across different categories like beauty products, health monitoring, cleaning, automobiles, smart TVs and even VR. Now that the event has come to an end, let’s look at some of the most interesting announcements from the event this year.

So these were some of our favorite products unveiled at CES 2023.

LG’s Massive 97-inch Wireless OLED TV

One of the biggest highlights of CES 2023 was LG’s massive 97-inch wireless TV.

Sure, you might have seen wireless TVs in the past, but LG managed to take things up a notch with high bandwidth streaming to a massive 97-inch OLED panel. The final setup, which leaves the large TV with almost no wires (you still have one power cable), is ideal for a minimalistic home. The streaming box, which can be placed up to 30 feet away from the TV, can stream content in 4K 120Hz resolution without any lag or interference from objects in between.

Withings U-Scan

Health centric brands are looking for smarter ways to analyze health data and make recommendations. And the Withings U-Scan takes a unique approach to gathering this data and telling your body’s health metrics.

The U-Scan is an oval-shaped sensor that attaches to your toilet bowl to analyze your urine sample. Urine has always been a very important source of information for doctors. So, with the new U-Scan sensor, you can monitor nutrition and metabolic information by analyzing ketone, vitamin C levels, and even your urine’s PH levels, telling you how your body is performing on a daily basis.

BMW COLOR-CHANGING CAR

BMW has been working on a color changing car concept for the past few years. But this year, it seems to have finally managed to improve its concept by adding the ability to shift between 32 different solid colors.

Unlike last year’s model which could only switch between Black, White, and Gray, this year’s i Vision Dee can switch between a total of 32 solid colors. Users can even mix up different colors, thanks to the 240 E Ink e-paper segments on the car, all of which can be controlled independently. Apart from its unique color changing appearance, the concept comes with AI-powered virtual assistants and a new-age full-windshield heads-up display.

The BMW i Vision Dee does not have a tentative release date or even production timeline. But, BMW is clearly making progress in bringing this technology closer to market release.

Acer eKinekt BD 3

Standing desks are cool, but what’s cooler in 2023? Well, Acer thinks working out while working on your laptop is the next big thing in desk designs.

If you thought you didn’t have enough time to workout because of your long working hours, Acer has got you covered with its Acer eKinekt BD 3 desk. This unique desk allows you to cycle while working on your laptop, allowing you to burn some crucial calories without interrupting your schedule.

What’s cooler is that your hard work doesn’t go to waste because the desk converts the kinetic energy generated while pedaling to charge your gadgets using two Type-A and one Type-C ports on board.

Lumus AR Lenses

Companies have long been striving to develop AR glasses that are non-intrusive and bulky, and Lumus seems to be pretty close to this end goal. The company unveiled the Z-Lens 2D waveguide tech at CES 2023 which offers a 2K x 2K resolution AR glasses in vibrant colors and a bright heads-up display in the size of your regular glasses. What’s more, you can even add prescription lens on these glasses.

One of the biggest highlight of these waveguide glasses is that it’s practically indistinguishable from a regular pair of glasses from the outside. This will definitely help in a wider adoption of AR tech in the market.

So these were some of the best products we saw at CES 2023 this year.

Do you think any other product that stood out at CES this year? Let us know in the comments sections below.

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Asus Chromebook CM14 Series Powered By MediaTek Kompanio 520 SoC Debuts at CES 2023

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:31:56 +0000

We thought that Asus only announced two ChromeOS products at CES 2023 — Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip and Chromebox 5. However, it turns out that the company quietly unveiled a third ChromeOS device called Chromebook CM14. This laptop also comes in a convertible version called Chromebook CM14 Flip.

For some reason, Asus did not share any press release for this product. But the computer was showcased at the MediaTek booth. The firm has even listed the device on its website and shared a short product video on YouTube.

The Asus Chromebook CM14 series comes powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 520 chipset. The silicon is paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB eMMC storage.

The Flip model sports a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) display (LCD) with a 360° hinge. The panel supports touch input and USI stylus input.

On the other hand, the regular model also has a 14-inch display. However, customers can choose between HD (1366 x 768 pixels) and FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution. These panels don’t carry support for touch input.

Further, the MIL-STD 810H-certified laptop arrives with multiple ports, such as 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a MicroSD card reader. Wireless connectivity options on the computer include WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.

The device also arrives with a Titan C security chip and a Kensington Nano security slot. Last but not least, it is backed by a 42 Wh battery and carries support for 45W fast charging.

Asus is yet to reveal the pricing and availability details of Chromebook CM14 and Chromebook CM14 Flip.

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Samsung Unveils a New Technology Focused on Safe Driving; Samsung Ready Care

Chandan — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 07:34:14 +0000

After launching many TVs and new software features at the CES 2023 event, Samsung unveiled two standalone technology – Ready Care and Ready Tune in collaboration with Harmon. Which, Ready Care is something very interesting tech which is revealed by Samsung. The Ready Care uses multiple information and then changes the settings of the car in order to ensure safe driving. Regarding Ready Tune, it is simply a technology which intelligently adjusts the sound output to provide a best-in-class audio experience.

In more depth, Ready Care examines the physical and mental health of the driver. It modifies the car’s settings based on the data collected to increase driving safety and comfort. Using cameras and sensors installed inside a car as well as health-related information from wearables like the Galaxy Watch, this new technology from Harman and Samsung may detect cognitive distraction, visual distraction, and tiredness in a driver.

Based on these three factors, Ready Care can alter a number of vehicle settings to increase driving security. To keep the driver awake, the system might adjust the audio level, interior illumination, and air conditioning settings if it notices that the driver is getting sleepy. Similarly to this, the system will activate a function known as Stress-Free Routing if it determines that the driver is stressed (via Galaxy Watch readings). Even if it requires taking a longer route, it will offer a navigation path with fewer traffic and weather-related problems to keep stress levels in check.

Following that is Relaxing Mode. This function can operate smart home appliances including lights, air conditioning, and TV with the aid of Samsung SmartThings. Just before the driver gets home, Relaxing Mode will modify various settings of these gadgets according to the driver’s mental state to make them more relaxing. Samsung hopes to increase driving safety and offer seamless integration across multiple connected systems based on the data acquired through in-car cameras and sensors, utilising health information received from gadgets like the Galaxy Watch, and using the company’s services like SmartThings.

Razer unveils Kiyo Pro Ultra webcam with uncompressed 4K capture support

Sean — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:56:00 +0000

Razer has just announced a pricey new webcam. During the CES 2023 event, the company unveiled the new Kiyo Pro Ultra, which is a high end webcam that offers uncompressed 4K footage capture. So here are all the details.

As per official notes, the brand is aiming to offer a DSLR like video performance with the new Kiyo Pro Ultra webcam. This device houses a Sony Starvis 2 sensor, which is a 1/1.2 inch image sensor. In other words, this makes the webcam the largest ever from the company. Razer is clearly marketing the new Kiyo Pro Ultra to content creators like streamers in particular. As of right now, there are various streamers that typically opt for DSLR cameras, but the new webcam will seek to be a worthy alternative since it is not as expensive as a DSLR camera.

Furthermore, the Kiyo Pro Ultra also offers an f/1.7 aperture that enables it to offer bokeh effect and decent low light performance as well. Looking at the webcam, the device has a round body with the lens actually appearing like a DSLR camera. Most notably, the Kiro Pro Ultra offers uncompressed 4K recording capabilities at 24fps. It even offer 1440p capture at 30fps, and 1080p recording in both 60fps or 30fps with HDR enabled. The webcam also has a built in omnidirection microphone as well.

While this model isn’t as pricey as full fledged DSLR cameras, it still has a hefty price tag of 300 US Dollars. Setting up is also quite simple with a basic plug and use. The Synapse companion app also let’s you customize digital zoom, enable AI face tracking feature, and even shutter speed, exposure, onboard memory, and more.

HyperX Clutch Gladiate Xbox controller & Pulsefire Haste 2 gaming mouse launched

Sean — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 08:57:07 +0000

HyperX had announced various new products during the CES 2023 event. Two new models include the Clutch Gladiate Xbox controller and the new Pulsefire Haste 2 gaming mouse. So let’s have a look.

Talking about the new controller first, the Clutch Gladiate is a controller for the Microsoft Xbox series of consoles. The company claims that the new HyperX controller will aim to offer improved control and comfort. So, Xbox users will also get a better gaming experience since the controller features dual trigger locks and remappable rear buttons for more customizability. Dynamic dual rumble motors that offer an immersive force feedback to its users. It also comes with a textured grip for better control and supports a 3.5mm stereo jack.

HyperX has also unveiled the new Pulsefire Haste 2 gaming mouse. It is a lightweight model that weighs just 53 grams and comes in a white or black color option. This mouse comes with HyperX’s 26K sensor that offers DPI settings up to 26,000 along with a high polling rate of 8000Hz. The switches on the gaming mouse are also responsive and built to last for over 100 million clicks. Buyers can even customize the mouse through the HyperX NGENUITY software to adjust the DPI, RGB lighting, button mapping, macros, and more.

Lastly, the company has even launched a wireless version of the Pulsefire Haste 2, which weighs 62 grams. On the other hand, the mouse comes with a built in dual wireless connectivity option for Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless tech. It is simply a wireless version of the Pulsefire Haste 2 wired variant and offers up to 100 hours of battery life on a single full charge.

Lenovo unveils wearable-free motion capture tech called Project Chronos

Sean — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:02:10 +0000

The CES 2023 event brought the announcement for a number of innovative new technologies. Now, Lenovo has unveiled the new Project Chronos, which is a new motion capture system that works without a dedicated wearable device. So here are all the details.

The new device is a concept machine from the Chinese PC maker. As per official notes, Project Chronos is a ‘glasses free, full body movement driven experience.’ In other words, the technology does not require users to wear a dedicated headset/glasses or use motion capture enabled controllers. In a way, this makes it similar to Acer and ASUS’ new announcements for glass free 3D solutions, but the emphasis here is on motion capture rather than 3D gaming.

Project Chronos employs RGB depth cameras to replicate actions that the users make in a virtual. Following this process, the device outputs via a DisplayPort or HDMI to an external display. Lenovo did state that Project Chronos will also be compatible with HDMI, although its units lack any dedicated HDMI ports. The concept device has three DisplayPort connections along with four additional mini DisplayPorts. Chronos also houses a twin 6W speaker system and its camera can rotate by 180 degrees as well.

Under the hood, the Lenovo Project Chronos relies on an Intel Core i7 processor from the Raptor Lake series. Furthermore, it is also equipped with discrete GPU, up to 32GB of RAM and a 512GB of internal storage. The device runs on Windows 10 OS with an in house Chronos pre-installed. This model weighs around 3.54 kilograms with its other dimensions being 284 x 275 x 60.6mm. Unfortunately, this is still a concept device so it is unclear if the company plans on launching such a model anytime soon.

CES 2023: Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Dual Display Laptop Launched; Checkout Specifications, Features

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:53:13 +0000

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i has been announced alongside a slew of other Lenovo devices at the CES 2023 tech exhibition. It’s a great laptop with two OLED touchscreen displays that can work as two monitors with two taskbars or as a single large display that takes up both screens.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i

The two displays can be kept in landscape or portrait orientation. It comes equipped with a Bluetooth-enabled detachable keyboard. It even allows users to type using the on-screen keyboard via the second display instead of the physical keyboard. Users can also use Lenovo’s stylus on the device. Here is a look at the specifications of the device.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i specifications and features

The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i has a pair of 13-inch OLED panels that offer a 2.8K resolution, up to 400 nits of brightness, a 60Hz refresh rate, and a 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. The device is powered by 13th-generation Intel i7-1355U and i5-1335U processors with Iris XE graphics.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i

The dual-display notebook offers 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB / 1 TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage. It packs an 80Wh battery that promises 10 hours of battery life in dual display mode. In single-screen mode, it offers 14 hours of battery life.

On the connectivity front, the Yoga Book 9i offers Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and three Thunderbolt 4 connectors, out of which one can be used for charging. Other features include Bowers & Wilkins quad speakers with Dolby Atmos and a Full HD webcam with an IR sensor and privacy shutter. The notebook measures 15.96mm and weighs around 1.38 kg.

Razer Announces Leviathan V2 Pro Soundbar at CES 2023

Chandan — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:25:58 +0000

Razer has announced a bunch of new products at the CES 2023 event. The brand has announced the Razer Blade 16 and Blade 18 laptops alongside the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro Soundbar. The Leviathan V2 Pro is surely an innovative product launched by the brand at the event. It uses motion to track the user’s head and then optimizes the sound output accordingly. The soundbar is not meant for every day-to-day user, rather it’s aimed at providing compact, low-profile audio for PC gamers.

Razer says that the Leviathan V2 Pro, developed in collaboration with THX and Audioscenic, can surround a user with “3D audio” by fusing beamforming surround sound with head-tracking AI technology. The soundbar can optimise sound by adjusting the audio beams to the listener’s position in real-time thanks to an integrated IR camera that can detect the user’s location. The 3D audio capability has two modes: THX Spatial Audio Virtual Speakers for multi-channel audio that fills a room like a home theatre system and THX Spatial Audio Virtual Headset for stereo material that reportedly simulates positional audio commonly heard in headsets.

It also has configurable Chroma RGB lighting effects spread across 30 distinct lighting zones. A subwoofer is also included with the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro to improve bass. On the back of the soundbar, there is a dedicated 3.5mm input for the subwoofer, a second 3.5mm connection for headphones, a power adapter connector, and a single USB-C port for connecting to your PC. The Leviathan V2 Pro is also Bluetooth 5.0 compatible.

Coming down to the price, the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro is priced at a whopping $399. The gadget will go on sale in February 2023. What are your thoughts on the product? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below. Thanks for sticking with us all the way till the end.

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PlayStation 5 shortage is over – Says Sony

Sudhanshu — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:00:31 +0000

Ever since its launch back in 2020, the PlayStation 5 has been quite elusive for customers looking to buy one. Many factors played a role in this lack of availability ranging from supply chain issues and chip shortages, all the way to scalpers buying up the available stock and reselling them at huge markups.

Recently, the console has seen better availability in the market, but it is still far from ideal. However, according to Sony, the PlayStation 5 shortage is finally over. At the recent CES keynote, Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO and chairman Jim Ryan said that “Everyone who wants a PS5 should have a much easier time finding one at retailers globally, starting from this point forward.”

The company also announced that it has sold around 30 million units of PlayStation 5 consoles. This indicates that the company has been able to sell around 5 million consoles since November 2022. Ryan commended PlayStation users for their patience during the presentation, saying that the company has “handled tremendous demand amid global challenges over the past two years.”

Interestingly, the consoles are still out of stock with major US retailers like Best Buy and GameStop. Other markets around the globe still have these consoles in pretty short supply. Let’s wait and see if the availability improves in the coming months.

In related news, Sony is gearing up to launch the PlayStation VR2 in February. Let’s hope the VR2 doesn’t face the same availability issues as the PS5 has for all these years.

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Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i Released; Comes With Built-In Wireless Charger

Chandan — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 06:49:27 +0000

Lenovo has announced its gorgeous-looking Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i desktop. It boasts several interesting parameters, such as a built-in wireless charger for smartphones at the base and additional outlets to ensure a tidy and clean experience. To give the device a flagship appearance, metals and plastic were used in its construction. “It is a structural marvel beautifully constructed to serve as a spectacular centrepiece for practically any workspace, with the power and graphics to support a range of artistic hobbies,” the brand claims.

The Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i comes with a top-notch 31.5-inches three-sided borderless display with up to UHD+ 4K resolution and 100% sRGB colour gamut. The display is fitted inside a slim panel that comes with a metallic hinge and the user can tilt the display at the desired angle. Coming down to its base, it has got seven different ports along with air ventilation. One of the most interesting features of the gadget is that base has a built-in wireless charger, using which one can easily charge the device while being at work. The gadget is really a true space saver.

It is equipped with the latest 13th Generation Intel Core i9 processors, which can be coupled with up to a desktop GPU from NVIDIA’s GeForce Next generation. The device supports Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio and has four speakers tuned by Harmon Kardon. a smart login feature and an embedded 5MP infrared (IR) webcam with an electric shutter. In order to improve the user experience, Lenovo has also added compatibility for a number of voice assistants.

Additionally, according to the manufacturer, the specialised keyboard’s top and bottom covers are made of 65% post-consumer recycled ABS plastic and 75% recycled aluminium respectively. That’s all there was to the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i. As of right now, we don’t know the device’s cost or availability. I appreciate you sticking with me until the end.

Samsung Smart Monitor M8 announced with 27″ 2K panel, 2K webcam & mouse support

Sudhanshu — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:36:50 +0000

At last year’s CES, Samsung unveiled the Smart Monitor M8, which is intended for home and office usage. Now, at CES 2023, we get a refreshed Samsung Smart Monitor M8 monitor that comes with mouse support, a new webcam, pivot functionality, and more. Let’s take a more detailed look at this monitor.

Samsung Smart Monitor M8

The Smart Monitor M8, a monitor that Samsung debuted last year, has been improved. With a Tizen-derived OS and game and movie streaming apps, the Smart Monitor M8, which is marketed as a bit of an all-rounder, can be used as both a traditional external monitor and a Smart TV. To that purpose, Samsung included a tiny remote that looked like an Amazon Fire TV Stick and added speakers to the original Smart Monitor M8.

In contrast to the original 32-inch size of the Smart Monitor M8, Samsung has now released a 27-inch model. The smaller Smart Monitor M8 keeps the same 4K resolution as last year’s model, giving it a greater pixel density. Both come with a height-adjustable stand with tilt support and are also available in Daylight Blue, Spring Green, Sunset Pink, or Warm White. Additionally, the new Smart Monitor M8 series has supports that can tilt up to 90 degrees, which was not present in the 32-inch model originally. In addition, all sizes come with VESA mounts in case you’d rather not utilize the included stand.

Additionally, unlike the model from the previous year, the Smart Monitor M8 series enables mouse control functionality within SmartThings and Smart Hub in addition to other apps. Samsung claims to have also included a new My Contents function that may quickly display details like impending calendar entries.

The updated SlimFit camera that comes with this year’s Smart Monitor M8 monitor will also run at 2K and work with video conferencing programs like Google Meet. Samsung has not yet provided information on pricing or availability.

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CES 2023: Lenovo Tab Extreme Launched with 14.5-inch OLED display, Dimensity 9000, 12,300mAh Battery

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:03:05 +0000

Lenovo has unveiled several new products at the ongoing CES 2023 tech event. One of its major products, the Motorola ThinkPhone, has also gone official. The company has also unveiled a new tablet called the Lenovo Tab Extreme at CES 2023. Without further ado, here is all the information on the specifications, features, price, and availability of the Tab Extreme.

Lenovo Tab Extreme Specifications and Features

Lenovo Tab Extreme

The Lenovo Tab Extreme has a big 14.5-inch OLED display that offers a resolution of 3000 x 1876 pixels and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. It supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. The tablet comes with support for the Precision Pen 3, and separately sold accessories like the Tab Extreme Keyboard and the Tab Extreme Folio.

Under the hood, the Tab Extreme has the Dimensity 9000 chipset, 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a massive 12,300mAh battery that promises up to 12 hours of video playback. The device comes equipped with a 68W charger.

The Lenovo Tab Extreme has a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera with an RGB sensor on the front. Its back panel has a 13-megapixel main camera with autofocus support and a 5-megapixel fixed-focus auxiliary camera.

Lenovo Tab Extreme

The Tab Extreme offers connectivity features like Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port for charging, Display Out, reverse charging, and audio. Speaking of audio, the tablet is equipped with octa JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos support. For additional storage, it has a microSD card slot. The device measures 327.8 x 210.8 x 5.85mm and weighs around 740 grams.

Lenovo Tab Extreme Price and Availability

The Tab Extreme is scheduled to arrive in the US by late 2023. It will be priced at $1,199 and comes in Storm Grey color only. There is no word on its availability in other markets.

Razer Edge Handheld Cloud Gaming Device Launched With A Starting Price Of $400

Jeet — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 04:23:14 +0000

Razer, a company known for making gaming products, has now launched its new handheld gaming device at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2023), dubbed Razer Edge.

The device is essentially a tablet with a detachable Razer Kishi V2 Pro controller and when clubbed together, it offers a compact, Switch-like gaming handheld device that can play Android and cloud-based games.

Razer Edge

The Razer Edge features a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3X Gen 1 processor, which is built for gaming purposes and promises active cooling during prolonged game sessions.

It is currently the only device in the market to come powered by this new chipset. The device packs 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 2TB using a microSD card.

There’s a 5-megapixel camera sensor on the front side of the device with 1080p support at 60fps. It also supports 2-way speakers with two digital microphones and THX Spatial Audio.

On the software front, the device runs the Android 12L operating system, offering access to millions of apps and games from the Google Play Store. As the handheld device is focused on cloud gaming, it comes pre-installed with launchers for Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, and Steam Link, and more.

The device comes in two models — Razer Edge (Wi-Fi) and Razer Edge 5G. The Wi-Fi model, priced at $399.99, will be exclusively available for purchase in the US through Razer.com and RazerStore locations. On the other hand, the 5G model, priced at $599.99, will be exclusively available through Verizon. The device is all set to go on sale in the United States from 26th January.

Lenovo Smart Paper Tablet Featuring E-Ink Display Goes Official For $400

Jeet — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 03:48:43 +0000

Along with a slew of new laptops, Lenovo has also announced a new tablet at the ongoing CES 2023, dubbed Lenovo Smart Paper. The device is a global version of the Lenovo YOGA Paper launched in China.

The device features an E-Ink display and comes with a low-powered SoC and support for a battery-less stylus. It is priced at $400 and will be available for purchase later this year.

Lenovo Smart Paper

The Lenovo Smart Paper features a 10.3-inch E-Ink display that offers a screen resolution of 1872 x 1404 pixels and 227 PPI pixel density. It has 24 brightness levels with 24 adjustable temperature zones.

It also comes with support for a battery-less stylus and the EMR pen technology having 4,096 pressure levels with tilt detection. The device is powered by a Rockchip RK3566 chipset, coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

The Smart Paper Pen that comes with the device is designed to minimize lag, offering latency as low as 23 milliseconds. There are nine different pen settings, including pencil, ballpoint, and marker, as well as several notepad templates, including a blank slate, lined paper, and music manuscript.

It can convert handwritten notes into text and allows for keyword searches to find content. There’s also support for organizing notes, placing them in folders, and deleting them. The device also grants access to millions of ebooks and searches saved books and articles that are already on the Smart Paper.

There’s also support for recording voice notes and writing notes at the same time, which then gets synced. The device has an application for smartphones and Windows PCs that can translate text and audio recordings into other languages.

The device runs the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box and comes with support for Bluetooth 5.2 BLE and Wi-Fi 802.11 ac. As for the battery, the company says that it lasts 7,000 pages of reading or 170 pages of note-taking on a single charge.

Qualcomm Snapdragon Satellite Brings Emergency Messaging Service To Android Smartphones

Jeet — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 03:24:35 +0000

Qualcomm has partnered with Iridium for a new service announced at CES 2023, dubbed Qualcomm Snapdragon Satellite, which will add new functionality to Android smartphones.

As the name itself indicates, it brings support for satellite communication during emergencies, a feature similar to what Apple recently introduced as Emergency SOS via Satellite.

The Snapdragon Satellite feature will be available in smartphones that pack Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and the Snapdragon X70 modem system, along with some additional radios.

The company says that smartphones with support for this new feature should be launched in select regions starting in the second half of this year. It added that there are several manufacturers working on adding this feature to their devices.

It’s likely that Snapdragon Satellite will be limited to premium flagship smartphones as the company is only supporting its flagship processor and modem for now. Companies that want to add it to their phones will work directly with Qualcomm without having to build new relationships with Iridium.

Initially, the feature will be limited to use in emergency situations, allowing users to contact someone for help even in a remote area without cell service. When the user sends an SOS, “response coordinators immediately see the customer’s Latitude/Longitude in their proprietary mapping and response coordination software to determine the appropriate agency to coordinate the rescue.”

Qualcomm says that it will eventually support “premium messaging,” which will likely cost extra and will have to be implemented by OEMs, cell carriers, or other over-the-top service providers.

When it’s available, users will be able to use the service with the existing phone numbers. The company says that the emergency service will be free or very cheap, but it hasn’t provided any details about the pricing.

Lenovo Introduces the Laptop-inspired Thinkphone by Motorola With SD 8+ Gen 1

Anurag — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 19:43:22 +0000

Lenovo bought Motorola nine years ago and today we finally get the first co-branded smartphone. The Thinkphone by Motorola, as the name suggests, is a phone that looks more like a ThinkPad laptop. It even features the brand’s signature red button. The device has a focus on security and features ThinkPad integrations, like a shared clipboard and automatic connection over Wi-Fi. Let’s have a closer look at the details.

The ThinkPhone by Motorola comes with a rugged design. Its back panel is designed with a lightweight aramid fiber, which is claimed to be stronger than steel. The device’s frame is aircraft-grade aluminum. On the front, there’s Gorilla Glass Victus.

Talking about the specs, the smartphone comes with a 6.6-inch OLED display with a 2400x1080px resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. It also offers HDR10+ support. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, which is not the latest but is quite capable. The processor is paired with either 8GB/12GB of RAM, and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage.

For photography, the Lenovo ThinkPhone features a 50MP f/1.8 main camera with both PDAF and OIS. There’s also a 13MP f/2.2 ultrawide with Macro Vision. On the front, there’s a 32MP selfie camera with autofocus.

It’s also MIL-STD 810H and IP68 certified, meaning it should stand strong against water, freezing temperatures, and vibration. The smartphone has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 68W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. The wired charger is included in the box, which is quite rare nowadays.

As mentioned, the phone comes with many integrating features that will allow seamless interconnectivity with ThinkPad laptops. The Thinkphone can be connected to a ThinkPad and used to transfer various types of files, including text, photos, and documents, through drag and drop. Additionally, users can share notifications, use the phone as a webcam on the ThinkPad, and access and run any Android app on the laptop’s screen.

The smartphone comes pre-loaded with Microsoft 365, Outlook, and Teams apps. It will be launched soon in the US, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Australia, and select countries in Asia. The price is yet to be announced.

HP Unveiled Dragonfly Pro Laptops With AMD Ryzen 7000 Processors

Anurag — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:52:08 +0000

HP introduced a bunch of new laptops during CES 2023, including the latest Dragonfly Pro series. The Dragonfly Pro and Dragonfly Pro Chromebook are consumer versions of the enterprise-focused Elite Dragonfly series. They are aimed at users who may be overwhelmed by technical specifications and are looking for an easy-to-use, reliable device. These devices have been adapted from the enterprise series to meet the needs of the consumer market.

The Dragonfly Pro series laptops are very different from the main Dragonfly series, both in terms of design and specifications. Unlike the sleek and premium-looking enterprise-focused laptops, the new Dragonfly Pro laptops are bulkier and do not have the same high-end appearance. Apparently, they have been designed to be more functional and user-friendly, rather than focusing on aesthetics.

The HP Dragonfly Pro comes with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 7736U processor with integrated AMD Radeon graphics. While the Dragonfly Pro Chromebook packs a 12th-generation Intel Core i5 processor. Both laptops have 14-inch screens, with the Chromebook featuring a higher resolution of 2,560 x 1,600. The Windows machine runs at 1,920 x 1,200. The Chromebook also has an 8-megapixel webcam, an LCD that attains a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, and an RGB Keyboard.

The Pro device gets a 5MP IR camera with a shutter, and its display only gets as bright as 400 nits. It also has a haptic trackpad and a fingerprint scanner, and comes with Gorilla Glass on its screen. There’s also a unique set of four hot keys on the right side of the keyboard, which allow users to access various features like the HP Control Center and webcam settings.

Both of these laptops will be launched in the spring of this year. Their pricing details will be revealed later. We’ll keep you posted.

BMW i Vision Dee Is a Color-changing Concept Car With Loads of Futuristic Tech

Anurag — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 17:51:08 +0000

BMW introduced a new futuristic concept car at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Called the BMW i Vision Dee, the vehicle is an ultimate chameleon on wheels with an e-ink exterior, enabling it to cycle between up to 32 shades. “Dee” is an acronym for Digital Emotional Experience but it also gives the impression of a human-like personality for the car, which is designed to have self-awareness and the ability to communicate with its occupants.

For the unaware, the i Vision Dee isn’t the first BMW that can change colors. At CES last year, the company revealed the iX Flow, which had a similar ability. But unlike the iX Flow, the i Vision Dee offers up to 32 different colors with nearly endless possibilities for different patterns. Interestingly, the car has a digital interpretation of the brand’s signature kidney grille that can display different facial expressions. It can make expressions of astonishment, visual approval, and more. Some might say it’s coming straight out of Pixar’s Cars franchise.

The BMW i Vision concept car includes a modern version of the brand’s iconic grille shape and Hofmeister kink, with a digital twist. The sedan has a fairly simple appearance, but it is inspired by the 2002 model, which is known for its iconic design. The proportions of the i Vision DEE can be seen as a nod to this classic model.

Another major highlight of the car is its very human-like virtual assistant, called “Dee.” Unlike other digital assistants like Alexa or Siri, Dee is a sassy and cheerful assistant with a personality. It’s meant to form a closer connection between people and machines.

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Sony and Honda Unveil New Afeela Electric Car With Qualcomm Technology, Launching in 2026

Anurag — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 16:36:29 +0000

Sony unveiled a new EV prototype called Afeela during a presentation at CES in Las Vegas on Wednesday. This vehicle, which was initially announced in October, will be produced by Sony and Honda’s joint mobility venture. Afeela will be the first production electric car released under the joint venture and is set to be available for purchase in North America in 2026.

Yasuhide Mizuno, CEO of Sony Honda Mobility, said the company will start taking pre-orders for the vehicle in the first half of 2025 and deliver the first cars in North America in spring 2026. He said the car would leverage Sony’s expertise in AI, entertainment, virtual reality, and augmented reality to offer a unique experience.

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“Afeela represents our concept of an interactive relationship where people feel the sensation of interactive mobility and where mobility can detect and understand people and society by utilizing sensing and AI technologies,” Mizuno said.

It was also revealed the Japanese Conglomerate working closely with Qualcomm on the car’s processing capabilities. Further, Epic Games has teamed up with Sony to incorporate their technologies, including Unreal Engine 5, into the Afeela electric car. Unreal Engine 5 will be used in the operating system of the vehicle, specifically for rendering the infotainment cluster and the animations displayed on the car’s screens.

Sony and Honda announced their joint venture, in which the two companies will work together on automotive and mobility technologies, in March of 2022. The partnership combines Honda’s expertise in car production, mobility technology, and sales with Sony’s knowledge in imaging, networking, sensors, and entertainment. The Afeela electric car will be manufactured at one of Honda’s 12 plants in the United States.

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CES 2023: ASUS ROG Raikiri Pro Xbox Controller With 1.3-inch OLED Display Launched

Viraj Gawde — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:50:54 +0000

At CES 2023, ASUS has launched a new Xbox PC controller. It is called ROG Raikiri Pro. The gaming controller is also the first licensed Xbox to feature tri-mode connectivity. It is compatible with gaming on PC, laptop, or the next-generation Xbox console. Notably, the controller also features a built-in OLED display. Read on to know what the Raikiri Pro offers out of the box.

The ROG Raikiri Pro has a similar design and button layout as the Xbox controllers. However, it features a 1.3-inch OLED display located above the Xbox logo. The screen has a resolution of 128 x 40 pixels and is capable of showing custom animations, battery levels, microphone status, and more. There are also two small buttons to help players switch profiles during games.

The setup of the ROG Raikiri Pro is the same as the Xbox controller with coloured ABXY buttons, two sticks, and a home button. There is also a circular D-pad, trigger locks, and intuitive rear controls. Asus is offering extensive customization with its Armory Crate PC app and users can use it to remap buttons, change joystick sensitivity, or make other adjustments.

The ROG Raikiri Pro is also the first-licensed Xbox controller with tri-mode connectivity including Bluetooth, 2.4GHz RF, and a wired USB-C. While the controller features an Xbox branding, Asus is marketing it as a Pro PC controller. It only connects to the Xbox X/S series consoles via USB-C cable.

The ROG Raikiri Pro also features a built-in ESS DAC for immersive in-game audio. There is also a 3.5mm headphone jack and a mute button.

ASUS hasn’t exactly announced the pricing and availability of the ROG Raikiri Pro. But it is expected to be available sometime in Q1.

ASUS brings Glass-free 3D tech to OLED laptops, starting with the Vivobook Pro

Sean — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 12:01:11 +0000

Apart from just unveiling a number of new hardware during CES 2023, ASUS announced an interesting new software technology as well, which will be rolled out to certain OLED laptops to enable a glass free way of experiencing 3D. So here are all the details.

Just yesterday, we had covered Acer’s announcement in which it had also released an update to improve its existing SpatialLabs TrueGame tech that also enabled 3D gaming without a dedicated 3D glasses. Now, it appears that the Taiwanese PC maker has also released a similar technology. The company is seeking to bring this feature to OLED laptop screens thanks to its ASUS Spatial Vision, which is a “glasses free (autostereoscopic) 3D OLED technology.”

So now, PCs that support Spatial Vision will be able to use a combination of lenticular lens and advanced eye tracking camera technology to offer a 3D experience. With this tech, the system can render separate images for each eye and follow the position of your head and eyes to adjust the output. As of right now, ASUS will be debuting the Spatial Vision 3D tech on two laptops in the second quarter of this year, including the ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED and the Vivobook Pro 16 3D OLED.

The company is rolling out the new tech on these laptops first thanks to their higher 3200 x 2000px resolutions and high 120Hz refresh rate support. Furthermore, these also feature a layer of optical resin, a glass panel, and a lenticular lens that helps work with a pair of eye tracking cameras for real time rendering of images. Meaning, this technology won’t just work with any OLED laptop, at least for now that is.

Asus unveils Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip, Chromebox 5 at CES 2023

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:25:40 +0000

Asus announced a plethora of devices at CES 2023 across different categories. Most of them were computers running Microsoft Windows 11.

Interestingly, the company only unveiled a couple of ChromeOS products. They are Asus Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip and Asus Chromebox 5. Let’s take a look at them.

Asus Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip

The new Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip by Asus is aimed at consumers looking for cloud gaming and productivity. The MIL-STD 810H-certified convertible laptop comes in a single Pearl White color with orange-accented WASD keys and RGB backlit keyboard.

It sports a 14-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display supports up to 400 nits peak brightness touch input, and USI stylus input. It comes powered by up to 13th Gen Intel Core i7 U series processor paired with up to 16GB LPDDR4x RAM and 512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 SSD.

The device offers multiple connectivity options, such as WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It also comes with a Kensington lock slot, a MicroSD card slot, dual stereo speakers powered by Harman Kardon, dual microphones, a 720p webcam, and a Titan C security chip.

The computer weighs 1.8kg and draws energy from a 63Wh battery. Finally, it carries support for 45W fast charging.

Asus Chromebox 5

The Asus Chromebox 5 is the successor of Chromebox 4, which was announced in late 2020. The latest mini ChromeOS PC from the company arrives with updated internals and a cool feature.

The Chromebox 5 is powered by up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor. It houses LPDDR4x RAM and PCIe Gen 4×4 SSD.

The device comes with various connectivity options, like WiFi 6E, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, 4 x USB Type-A ports, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 port (USB Type-C), 2 x HDMI ports, and a DisplayPort. It also has a MicroSD card slot and can support up to four 4K displays.

Apart from the aforementioned specs, the product now features a 15W wireless charging pad on its top. Thus, users can conveniently charge their smartphones and other accessories by simply placing them on Chromebox 5.

The device will be available in Q1 and it will start at $399.

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CES 2023: Acer Halo Swing Smart Speaker With LED Dot Display and DTS Sound Launched

Viraj Gawde — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:21:12 +0000

At the ongoing CES 2023, Acer announced a smart speaker alongside a slew of new laptops. The audio device is dubbed Acer Halo Swing smart speaker and it arrives as the successor to the 2020 model. It is a portable speaker with smart features. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

The Acer Halo Swing is a cylindrical-shaped speaker with a leather handle making it easy to carry everywhere. It is IPX5-certified water-resistant. There is a LED Dot display on the fabric cover that can display information and assistant results such as weather, calendar, mail, reminders etc. For easy usage, there are four buttons on the top panel. The smart speaker also features RGB lighting around its base that illuminates while listening to music and interacting with assistant.

The Acer Halo Swing boasts 360-degree speakers with bass enhancements. It adopts DTS sound technology for enhanced audio. It supports group music playing using other speakers for an immersive experience. Users can quickly pair the smart speaker via Bluetooth 5.2 and WiFi-6 connectivity. There is also an Aux-in port.

Like most smart speakers in the market, the Acer Halo Swing also packs smart functionalities like the option to set alarms, control smart devices in the house, and plan your day. It features Google Assistant support with omnidirectional far-field microphones that can easily capture voice commands. The device has a USB-C port for charging and the brand claims that the battery should last up to 10 hours.

The Acer Halo Swing carries a price tag of $229 in the US. The smart speaker’s availability remains unknown at the moment.

ASUS unveils new ProArt Station & ProArt Displays for creative professionals

Sean — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:56:10 +0000

ASUS has already announced a number of new products that were aimed towards gamers during the CES 2023. Now, the company has also announced new workstations and monitors that will target creative professionals. So let’s have a look.

ASUS ProArt Station PD5

The Taiwanese giant has showcased the new ProArt Station PD500TE during the major tech event with the target customers being professionals working in the fields of content creation. Apart from a new and robust cooling design, the new ProArt Station features some powerful specs as well. Under the hood, the workstation can be equipped with up to an 13th Gen Intel Core i9 CPU and up to an Nvidia RTX A4000 GPU that has 16GB of VRAM. It also houses up to 128GB of DDR4 3200MHz RAM as well.

Thanks to these beefy specs, the ProArt Station can easily handle intensive workloads like video editing, 3D modelling, and other processor intensive tasks as well. The refreshed design also includes customizable ASUS Lumiwiz LED indicators, a power button shield to prevent accident accidental shutdowns, and rendering progress email notifications. The company is also working on a workstation with a GeForce RTX 40 series laptop GPU as well. One last notable feature is the new ProArt Creator Hub 2.0, which is basically a one stop portal that let’s users monitor the system’s status, adjust personal settings, and optimize workflow.

ASUS ProArt Displays

Apart from just the new ProArt Station, ASUS has also launched new monitors that are built for creative professionals. The new monitors are a part of the brand’s ProArt Displays and come in multiple variants and sizes:

The first model is the ProArt Display OLED, which as the name suggests, offers an RGB Stripe OLED panel. The screen has a 31.5 inch size and offers 4K resolution, 700 nits of peak brightness, 99 percent DCI P3 color gamut, and high contrast and HDR as well. this model features a premium aluminum finish and a compact stand. It offers a built in hardware calibration support dubbed ProArt Color Center that helps make it easier for color calibration and other adjustments.

There is only one model with an OLED panel, while the other ProArt Displays features LCD panels and come in multiple sizes. The first model is a 27 inch model with 4K resolution and HDR support. Furthermore, the model is also Calman Verified display also offers 99 percent DCI P3 wide color gamut and 99 percent Adobe RGB coverage. In terms of design, it is also 30 percent thinner than its predecessor.

Other features include built in USB Type C, DisplayPort, superfast data transfers and 96W power delivery through a single cable. This model is also offered in a smaller 24 inch variant as well as a 32 inch ProArt Display model as well. All of these models are built with sustainability with all three monitors meeting the global environmental standards since they are made from 85 percent PCR plastics.

boAt to unveil Nirvana 525 ANC, Nirvana Eutopia with Spatial Audio & more during CES 2023

Sean — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:55:51 +0000

As the CES 2023 event is in full swing, a number of tech companies have been showcasing new and innovative products and technologies. One such brands is boAt, which will showcase a number of new hearable products. So let’s have a look.

The company is apparently gearing up to unveil a slew of new audio based products that will be showcased on the booths of there various partners. This collaborative announcement is a part of the company’s “boAt Labs,” which is basically their arm that co-engineers next gen products like TWS, Neckbands, and Headphones with global tech firms. Partnering with Dolby, the brand will launch the boAt Neckband Powered by Dolby.

Similarly, it is also working on the Rockerz 330 and Rockerz 333 ANC neckband, which feature Dirac Opteo support. The Dirac booth will also showcase the Rockerz Apex neckband, Nirvana Nebula, and Airdops Synth TWS products that feature Dirac Virtuo. In the Mimi booth, the Nirvana 525 ANC neckband will be showcased with Personalized Adaptive EQ. Lastly, the boAt | CEVA will have the boAt Nirvana Eutopia headphones being announced.

These are the company’s first headphones to offer head tracking capabilities, which enables enhances the Spatial Audio. CEVA Spatial Audio is powered by VisiSonics and includes CEVA MotionEngine head tracking. Furthermore, users will also be able to experience a 3D simulated space that contains depth and direction. CEVA will showcase the boAt Nirvana Eutopia headphones at the CEVA meeting suite.

TCL Debuts its First 2-in-1 Windows Laptop and More at CES 2023

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:42:45 +0000

Other than smartphones, TCL also announced two tablets and a laptop at CES 2023. One of these tablets called TCL NXTPAPER 12 Pro had already gone official in Russia earlier last month.

The second tablet that got unveiled goes by TCL Tab 8 LE. It is a compact tablet with a lightweight design. Unfortunately, we don’t have details on it. Finally, the third product is the company’s first 2-in-1 detachable laptop called TCL Book X12 Go.

TCL NXTPAPER 12 Pro

The TCL NXTPAPER 12 Pro sports a 12.2-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2160 x 1440 pixels and a 3:2 aspect ratio. The display offers an e-ink feel using TCL’s NXTPAPER technology. The panel also supports stylus input (8192 levels of pressure).

It is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 800T chipset and boots Android 12. It comes with a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. Connectivity options include WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.1.

Customers can opt for an official keyboard accessory. Lastly, it draws power from an 8,000mAh battery. The product is priced at $499. A 5G variant will be released later this year at $549.

TCL Book X12 Go

The TCL Book X12 Go is more of a tablet than a laptop. However, the company advertises it as its first 2-in-1 detachable laptop.

The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 chipset paired with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. It comes preloaded with Microsoft Windows 11 (ARM).

The tablet flaunts a 12.2-inch display with a resolution of 2160 x 1440 pixels, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and NXTPAPER technology. The screen support stylus input but the accessory has to be purchased separately, unlike the detachable keyboard that’s included in the box.

On the connectivity front, the device offers WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C. It arrives with an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front-facing camera, and quad speakers.

Last but not least, the product is backed by a 30Wh battery and supports 30W charging. It will be available later this year at an unspecified price.

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TCL 40 Series Smartphones Announced at CES 2023

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 06:55:01 +0000

At CES 2023, TCL announced a number of products. One of them is the TCL 40 series of smartphones. The lineup includes three models, such as TCL 40 R 5G, TCL 40 SE, and TCL 408.

As their names suggest, only TCL 40 R 5G comes with 5G connectivity, while the other two are limited to 4G. It is also the most expensive of all but will start at only $219. On the other hand, TCL 40 SE and TCL 408 will retail at $169 and $129, respectively.

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Despite carrying different price tags, all three phones come with a 50MP main camera, a large-sized battery, and NXTVISION screen technology. All of them also arrive with a MicroSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The TCL 40 R 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, whereas a MediaTek Helio G37 chip is present underneath the TCL 40 SE. Both of them sport a 90Hz display, however, the 40 R has a 6.6-inch panel as compared to a larger 6.75-inch screen on the 40 SE.

Just like most TCL-branded smartphones, these handsets will be sold in Europe and some parts of Asia. Either way, it is worth noting that the TCL 40 SE could debut in the US in some form. The device may come with slightly different specs and possibly a different name for the region.

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MSI Stealth 17, 16, 14 Studio Laptops With 13th Gen Intel Core Processors Unveiled At CES

Jeet — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 06:08:44 +0000

MSI has announced three Stealth series laptops at CES 2023 — MSI Stealth 17 Studio, Stealth 16 Studio, and Stealth 14 Studio that come with a sleek magnesium alloy body.

These new high-end laptops from MSI are mostly aimed at creative professionals and gamers, and the devices come equipped with some of the latest hardware that could make them highly competitive.

MSI Stealth 17 Studio

The laptop features a 17.3-inch UHD 4K display with a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device is powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core i9-13900H or Core i7-13700H processor, coupled with NVIDIA 4000 RTX series graphics processor.

It packs 16GB of VRAM along with up to 64GB of RAM and 2TB of SSD storage. The device offers USB Type-C Thunderbolt ports, USB Type-A, combo audio, HDMI, an SD card reader, and an Ethernet port. It also has a Full HD IR webcam with a security shutter and support for Windows Hello facial recognition software, as well as a fingerprint reader and a TPM module. There is also a DynaAudio six-speaker sound system that features Nahimic EasySurround sound.

MSI Stealth 16 Studio

It features a 16-inch UHD 4K display with a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the 13th generation Intel Core i9-13900H CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU. It comes packed with up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and up to 2TB of SSD storage.

The laptop also comes with an FHD IR webcam with support for Windows Hello, along with a fingerprint reader and a TPM module. It has an improved Vapor Chamber cooling system to help boost performance. There’s a 4-cell 99.9Whe battery which comes with a 240W slim adapter for charging. The MSI Stealth 16 Studio has Star Blue and Pure White color options.

MSI Stealth 14 Studio

This laptop features a 14-inch QHD+ display, offering a 2560 x 1600 pixels screen resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 240Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the product comes powered by the Intel Core i7-13007H processor, coupled with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with 8GB VRAM or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with 8GB VRAM.

It supports up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and comes with up to 2TB of SSD storage. The company has added its own Vapor cooling system that helps boost performance while keeping the temperature in check. It comes with an RGB-lit keyboard, USB Type C Thunderbolt ports, USB Type A, HDMI, and a combo audio jack.

As for the pricing, it appears that the MSI Stealth 14 Studio will have a starting price of around $1,599 and is expected to go on sale from next month.

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED Glassless 3D Laptop Announced At CES

Jeet — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 05:28:59 +0000

At CES 2023, ASUS announced a range of upcoming laptops from the brand, and one of them is the ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED which allows users to view and work with content in 3D without the need to wear 3D glasses.

While there have been laptops and other displays before with similar technology, ASUS is touted to be the first one to incorporate this in a laptop with an OLED screen.

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED

The laptop features a 16-inch OLED display with a screen resolution of 3200 x 2000 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. There’s a layer of optical resin on top, along with a glass panel and lenticular lens layer, which works with eye-tracking cameras to render real-time images for each eye and adjust the physical movements.

It also has a layer of 2D/3D liquid crystal switching layer with a glass front layer and an anti-reflective coating, which the company says makes it easy to switch from 2D to 3D and from 3D to 2D.

Under the hood, the device comes powered by the latest Intel Core i9-13980HX processor, coupled with NVIDIA Ada RTX 40 series GPU, along with Studio drivers. It comes packed with up to 64GB of DDR5-4800 RAM and up to 2TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD with a read speed of up to 6500 MB/s.

It comes with a Full HD IR webcam having a physical shutter, a port selection comprised of two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1-out, Gigabit Ethernet, a standard UHS-II SD card reader, and a combo audio jack.

The Asus VivoBook Pro 16X 3D OLED will be available for purchase in 3D and non-3D options in Black and Silver colors. Currently, the company has not revealed the pricing and availability information.

Samsung Launches the HW-Q990C & HW-S800B Dolby Atmos Soundbars at CES 2023

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 20:15:08 +0000

Samsung has announced the HW-Q990C and HW-S800B Dolby Atmos soundbars. The two premium soundbars come with Dolby Atmos support and several other features. This follows the release of the Q910B soundbar in 2022. The announcement of the new soundbars comes on the eve of CES 2023.

The Samsung HW-Q990C packs two back speakers and a wireless subwoofer. It is a flagship model and the Samsung Q-Symphony 3.0 further accentuates its premium capability. The Q-Symphony can precisely direct individual audio elements through the soundbar and TV speakers. The Q-Symphony uses up to 22 audio channels together with a TV CPU.

Samsung says the soundbar can automatically match acoustically with Samsung TVs for optimal performance. Surround sound is captured by the display speaker while the soundbar handles conversation.

Some other features of the HW-Q990C are the SpaceFit calibration and AI. The SpaceFit calibration helps to adjust the TV sound for your home theatre or living room. The nighttime mode controls the loudness while Adaptive Sound 2.0 helps to optimize the audio. It also features Game Pro 2.0 with adjustable settings for various music genres. The soundbar also has SmartThings app compatibility.

The Samsung HW-S800B supports wireless Dolby Atmos and has an ultra-slim design. There are three channels, one subwoofer, and two up-firing channels. It also has Q-Symphony functionality for connection to Samsung TVs and soundbars. Samsung SpaceFit, Game Pro mode, 3D audio, and Alexa support are also featured in the soundbar.

The Samsung HW-S800B soundbar is priced at $899 and can be purchased directly via the Samsung website. However, the HW-Q990C soundbar’s price is not yet known. More details about the two soundbars could surface during CES 2023 which begins on January 5 in Los Angeles.

Acer Unveils eKinekt Bike Desk at CES 2023; Empowers Sustainable Lifestyle

Chandan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:50:57 +0000

At the CES 2023 event, many different brands announced their breakthrough innovations. Samsung was also among them. At the event, they unveiled a slew of new items. Acer has now introduced the Acer eKinket Bike Desk, a unique and exciting product. Acer’s newly released product enables an active and sustainable lifestyle. The eKinekt BD 3 allows users to exercise while working by utilising kinetic energy generated by the rider’s pedalling to power the machine and charge electronics. Interesting, isn’t it?

The user can just sit at the bike desk and pedal their legs to charge their electronics. This will also allow the user to exercise while remaining focused on their work. This will very certainly ensure that the user is active. The eKinekt transforms kinetic energy into an electric charge when the user pedals. One hour of pedalling at 60 RPM on the bike desk can provide 75 watts of self-generated power. The usable energy is then used to charge laptops and other devices, allowing people to work while remaining active.

The eKinekt’s large desk surface provides adequate working space, and the adjustable table height and seat allow the user to sit in a comfortable position at all times. It also has a bag hook so users can quickly hang their items and a designated beverage holder so they can stay hydrated and minimise spilling while riding on their bike-like desk. The desk comes in two different models; working mode and sports mode.

The work surface slides closer to the chair in Working Mode, allowing riders to sit upright while typing and cycling. In Sports Mode, the desktop moves forward, allowing greater room to lean in, comparable to the position on a regular bike or trainer, for more leg space and pedalling force. The multi-function bike desk has two USB Type-A outlets and one USB Type-C port, enabling for simultaneous charging of several mobile devices. When pedalling, an LED charging indicator on the back of the bike illuminates, indicating that kinetic energy is being converted.

The brand has also introduced companion app compatibility, which provides real-time statistics to check riding length, distance, and speed, as well as the estimated number of calories burned and watts generated when pedalling. Riders can submit personal information such as height, weight, gender, and age on their app profiles to improve tracking accuracy.

Regarding the price, the device is priced at $999, EUR 999 and NTD 29,000. It will be available to purchase in North America and EMEA regions starting June 2023 and in Taiwan starting April 2023. So that was all about the newly introduced Acer eKinket bike desk. This is for sure a great innovation by the brand. Thanks a lot for reading till the end.

Samsung Unveils Freestyle 2023 Portable Projector at CES

Chandan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:18:16 +0000

At CES 2023, Samsung has already unveiled a large number of new products and software innovations. The list contains their latest Quantum-Dot OLED TV, Samsung Micro LED, and Samsung Neo QLED models. The Samsung Freestyle 2023 portable mini projector has also been introduced by the company alongside this. The projector is meant to be small and portable, as the name suggests, increasing its portability. It also supports a number of brand-new capabilities, like combining two projectors for a larger view.

Because of its small size, the Samsung Freestyle projector is already a popular choice among many. However, because it was designed to be compact in size, we do not receive a larger screen output from it. Nevertheless, Freestyle 2023 has partially fixed this problem. If you buy two different portable projectors and couple them together, they will be able to give a larger and broader combined screen output. This is a fantastic addition by the brand, and we can’t wait to put it to the test.

In addition, the company has added capability for playing games on the gadget. The portable projector will now include Samsung Gaming Hub as well as games from multiple platforms such as Xbox, Nvidia G-Force Now, Amazon Luna, and others. This is undoubtedly exciting news for many people. If you already have a Microsoft Xbox Game Pass Ulitmate subscription, you will be able to stream the games directly to the projector without any problems. To deliver an immersive experience, all that is necessary is a solid and fast internet connection.

Additionally, the brand has included support for additional ports, allowing you to connect your gaming console directly to the product, enhancing your gaming experience even further. However, it is important to note that in order to use the feature, users will need to buy a new accessory. More precise information is still awaited from the officials. That concludes our coverage of the recently revealed Samsung Freestyle 2023. Please comment below with your thoughts on this to let us know what you think about the product. Thanks a lot for reading till the end.

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CES 2023: Dell Alienware M18, M16 Laptops Launched

Viraj Gawde — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:37:05 +0000

At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show 2023 (CES), Dell has introduced a host of new gaming laptops. Among the new offerings, the American brand has announced the Alienware M18 which is a gaming machine with a huge display. Back in 2015, the Dell subsidiary launched an 18-inch limited edition with dual GPUs, four hard drives, and an upgradeable GPU. Read on to know what the Alienware M18 offers out of the box.

The Dell Alienware M18 boasts an 18-inch display with two panels – a QHD+ resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate and another with an FHD+ resolution with a 480Hz refresh rate. The device offers a 3ms response time, 300 nits brightness, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, and ComfortView Plus technology that is aimed to reduce blue light emissions.

The Alienware M18 sports a new Legend 3.0 design that is touted to deliver a beefy performance in its slim chassis. It has the same thickness as its predecessor with an aluminium top and bottom. There is an option to choose between two full-sized keyboards – Perkey AlienFX backlit or CherryMX ultra-low profile mechanical backlit keyboard. The laptop features a 720p webcam with IR sensors.

Under the hood, the Dell Alienware M18 houses up to 13th generation Intel Core i9 processors paired with Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU onboard. It will also be available in AMD Ryzen and Radeon CPU and GPU later this year. The machine packs up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and 9TB SSD storage. There are two user-replaceable DDR5 SO-DIM slots. The laptop is also equipped with an Element 31 thermal interface comprising seven heat pipes, expanded vapour chambers, and four ultra-thin fans for better cooling performance. The Alienware M18 is powered by a 97Wh battery unit with a massive 330W power adapter in the box.

For those who don’t wish to buy a laptop with a huge display, there is also a 16-inch variant of the Alienware M18 called the M16. It has the same specifications as the M18 except for the screen size.

The Dell Alienware M18 carries a starting price tag of $2,099 in the US, however, the company has announced that only higher-specced models will be available at the start. The base models will be available at a later date. The Alienware M16 starts at $1,899.

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Acer showcases a Glass-free way to experience 3D Gaming with SpartialLabs TrueGame

Sean — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:34:19 +0000

Acer has showcased a number of new products during the ongoing CES 2023 event. However, while most of these were updates to their existing series of gaming products. The SpatialLabs TrueGame is an innovative new technology that pushes 3D gaming forward.

Now, the company has brought a major update to SpatialLabs TrueGame, which basically allows for glass-free way to experience 3D gaming. This is made possible with the new 3D Ultra mode. This new feature offers a 3D gaming experience alongside enhanced stereo rending support with projecting images with depth and life like 3D geometry. This new update also brings 3D Sense that adds a collection of 3D stereo effects. TrueGame currently supports a number of AAA titles and some older classic games as well into the 3D realms.

Some of the games that support this technology includes God of War, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Octopath Traveler, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, and Psychonauts 2. Notably, SpatialLabs emplys the eye tracking solution, stereoscopic 3D display and real time scene rendering technologies to make scenes, objects, and characters to appear as they would with a 3D glass being worn by a user. Jerry Kao, Co-COO, Acer Inc stated that “Game development is an art form that calls on developers to bring their dreams into amazingly realistic and enchanting 3D worlds. It is an endeavor that requires an enormous investment of time and creativity.”

The 3D Ultra mode in SpatialLabs TrueGame will be rolled out via a software update by the end of this month. It will be supported on the Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition gaming laptop and the Acer SpatialLabs View display. Unfortunately, the exact specifications and availability of this technology will vary based on the regions.

Samsung Unveils New Affordable MicroLED TVs at CES 2023

Chandan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:16:38 +0000

Samsung had previously launched the MicroLED TVs, but the main problem with them was their screen sizes and which require a professional to complete their setup. The past generation of MicroLED TVs was costly enough that we can say that it was made only for wealthy people. Anyway, in the CES 2023 event, Samsung announced its Quantum Dot OLED, Neo QLED and MicroLED TV. Well, the newly introduced MicroLED TV solves the problem which was there with its predecessor. It comes in smaller screen sizes and is not going to be as costlier as its predecessor.

According to Samsung, their recently unveiled TV is currently the smallest and most reasonably priced MicroOLED TV on the market. The new models in the 2023 MICRO LED series range in size from 50 to 140 inches, giving customers a wide range of options for a screen experience and visual quality that are unmatched. Due to its modular design, it can be totally customised to meet a customer’s preferred setup because it is not constrained by shape, ratio, or size. Additionally, it comes without bezels, ensuring a seamless transition between the screen and the actual world regardless of setup.

It’s safe to presume the new 76-inch variant will cost many tens of thousands of dollars, at the very least, given that the 110-inch version of it costs a cool $156,000 and is also available in 88- and 99-inch sizes. Apart from the TVs, the brand has introduced many new features for their TizenOS.

Speaking of gamers, Samsung is releasing a new MiniMap Sharing and Virtual Aim Point for its Gambar 3.0. Although it can seem paradoxical because you’d presumably prefer to see your minimap on the screen you’re actually playing on, minimap sharing allows you to share the minimap of the game you’re playing to a secondary display. Anyway, there is no information on the pricing and availability of the device yet. Also, it is surely going to cost less than its predecessor but it will still be out of budget for many peoples.

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Samsung Unveils 2023 Neo QLED and The Frame at CES

Chandan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:53:47 +0000

For the CES 2023 event, Samsung has a tonne of new products lined up. The Samsung S95C, a 77-inch, gigantic QD (Quantum-Dot) OLED TV, had already been presented. The company also revealed the Samsung Neo QLED and Samsung The Frame alongside it (2023). By comparison, 2023 is going to be distinctly low-key. Instead of adding yet another glitzy new TV to its line-up, Samsung is concentrating on future improvements. AI and improved picture processing are the two main focuses of the Neo QLED TV.

A new Auto HDR Remastering feature is supported by the recently unveiled Samsung Neo QLED TV. This feature uses AI deep learning technology to analyse and apply real-time high dynamic range (HDR) effects on standard dynamic range (SDR) content on a scene-by-scene basis, making SDR content brighter and livelier for absolute immersion. It is clear that the feature will be a valuable addition to the gadget. There will undoubtedly be evidence of the product’s AI scene mastery power.

Customers can choose from a wide range of high-end Neo QLED 8K and 4K televisions from Samsung’s most recent collection. Samsung’s cutting-edge Neural Quantum Processor, which enables the Quantum Mini LED-lit TV with 14-bit processing and AI upscaling, powers Neo QLED picture quality. It makes features like Shape Adaptive Light Control and Real Depth Enhancer Pro for a three-dimensional, lifelike image possible.

Finally, Samsung’s flagship model, The Frame, debuted back in 2022. The device was a product of both art and technology. The TV’s manufacturer added an antiglare matte finish frame, which made the artwork mode look even more realistic and less like a television. The Samsung The Wall TV version for 2023 has also received a few little upgrades from Samsung. New metal bezel options as well as “more realistic wood finishes” are also available, according to the business. Additionally, you can choose an “automatic rotating mount that will enable landscape or portrait display of paintings and is supplied separately.

So that was all about the newly introduced Samsung Neo QLED and The Frame televisions. Both the TVs are a great offering with many top-of-the-line features being packed in. As of now, we do not have any official information on the pricing and availability of these devices. The brand may officially announce the pricing in the upcoming weeks.

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Acer unveils new Nitro laptops with 13th Gen Intel CPUs & RTX 40 series GPUs

Sean — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:53:28 +0000

During the CES 2023 event, Acer unveiled two new models from its popular Nitro series of gaming laptops earlier today (4th January 2023). These are the latest additions in the Nitro lineup and features latest gen technology like 13th Gen Intel CPUs and Nvidia RTX 40 series GPUs. So let’s have a look at the two models.

Acer Nitro 16

Talking about the smaller variant first, the Nitro 16 (AN16-51) gaming laptop sports a 16 inch WUXGA or WQXGA display, which has a 5 percent larger screen real estate than the previous generation. Furthermore, the display also offers 165Hz high refresh rate that supports NVIDIA Advanced Optimus for seamless switching between integrated and the discrete graphics card. Being a gaming laptop, the new Nitro 16 also offers a 4 zone RGB backlit keyboard while also offering a 100 percent sRGB color gamut support.

Acer Nitro 17

The Nitro 17 is the more expensive models between the two new gaming laptops. As the name suggests, it sports a taller 17.3 inch display that comes with multiple display option. This includes a FHD resolution with either 144Hz or 165Hz refresh rate or a QHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate. This model also offers a large touchpad and a high screen to body ratio of 81 percent. This gaming laptop offers a 4 zone RGB backlit keyboard as well.

both The new laptop runs on Windows 11 out of the box and houses up to 32GB of DDR5 4800MHz RAM and up to 2TB of M.2 PCIe Gen 4 storage. Notably, the company is also offering the new gaming laptops with one month of Xbox Game Pass or PC Game Pass. This offers buyers access to hundreds of popular PC titles. Apart from the larger display and size, both laptops feature much of the same internal layout and design. The Nitro 16 and Nitro 17 feature a dual fan design that is complimented with four fan outlets with two located on the sides and two on the rear.

There is even an upper air intake that is further supplemented by liquid metal thermal grease for improved cooling. The NitroSense software and NitroSense key, which enables users to control and adjust the fan speed and power performance as well. Each laptop comes with an HD camera, two microphones, and two speakers with DTS:X Ultra audio. They also come with an array of ports like HDMI 2.1, microSD card reader, two Thunderbolt 4, three USB 3.2 Gen 2, and a power delivery port.

Pricing & Availability

The Acer Nitro 16 will be available in North America in May 2023 for a price tag of 1,199.99 US Dollars. On the other hand, it will also go on sale in China and in EMEA regions in May as well for a price tag of 6,599 Yuan (roughly 958 US Dollars) and 1,499 Euros (roughly 1,588 US Dollars) respectively. Lastly, the Acer Nitro 17 will also go on sale in North American and EMEA markets in May 2023, with a price tag of 1,199.99 US Dollars and 1,599 Euros (roughly 1,693 US Dollars) respectively.

Samsung Unveils 2nd Gen Quantum Dot OLED TV at CES 2023

Chandan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:11:09 +0000

In the previous year, Samsung introduced the Samsung S95B QD-OLED. It was a fantastic product that fiercely competed with LG and Sony, two leading manufacturers of televisions. A 65-inch and 55-inch screen size was offered. The Quantum-Dot (QD) OLED display is a brand-new technology, and the first generation of QD-OLED TVs from Samsung only came in 55-inch and 65-inch sizes. Because this was a new technology, other screen sizes were not made available. However, the brand has now announced its 77-inch QD-OLED TV.

Regarding the first-generation S95B, it was undoubtedly a game-changing product, and the QD-OLED screen offered a noteworthy improvement over traditional OLED in terms of perceived brightness and colour luminosity. For its first OLED TV in years, however, Samsung has delivered a number of firmware upgrades and fixes after dealing with its fair share of software issues. The company has recently released the Samsung S95C, a 77-inch OD-OLED TV, using the technology on a larger screen.

Samsung S95C QD-OLED TV

It seems like more and more individuals are eager to upgrade to bigger TVs each year. In order to give its users an unmatched and immersive experience, Samsung combined its superb Quantum Dot OLED panel with a bigger 77-inch screen. It appears that the S95C will shine even brighter than the S95B; also, the new panel will have better overall durability and consume less power.

Additionally, the company states that “Samsung OLEDs come with AMD’s FreeSync Premium Pro certification for the ideal OLED gaming experience” for the first time on an OLED TV. At this point, Samsung and LG are engaged in a battle of certifications and buzzwords; one thing you surely won’t get from Samsung is Dolby Vision gaming, even though HDR games are perfectly acceptable.

On the sound front, the S95C is also no slouch. It has a 4.2.2-channel, 70-watt Dolby Atmos speaker system. Samsung is known for emphasising the gaming capabilities of their TVs, and the S95C is no exception. Although Samsung still has the advantage of having Microsoft’s Xbox cloud gaming software on its Tizen OS, the response time listed below is identical to that of LG’s OLEDs.

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Acer Swift Laptops Powered By Intel 13th Gen Processors Announced At CES

Jeet — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:00:52 +0000

Acer has announced four new laptops under its Swift series at CES 2023 — Acer Swift Go 14, Swift Go 16, Swift 14, and Swift X 14. The Go series models are the successor of the Acer Swift 3, while the models without Go branding are the successor of the Acer Swift 5.

Acer Swift Go 14 and Acer Swift Go 16

The Acer Swift Go lineup has two models, both of which are available in three different options for the display. For the Swift Go 14, the display size is 14 inches, but users get a choice of screen type and resolution — 2880 x 1800 OLED display at 90Hz, 2240 x 1400 IPS LCD, and 1920 x 1200 IPS LCD.

On the other hand, the Swift Go 16 features a 16-inch display and has three options — 3200 x 2000 OLED screen at 120Hz, 2560 x 1600 IPS LCD, and 1920 x 1200 IPS LCD. The company has revealed that one of these will have support for touch functionality but which one exactly hasn’t been revealed yet.

Under the hood, the devices come powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core processor, with the H-series chips instead of the U-series. Acer says that the CPUs run as full pelt because of the new and improved cooling features in these laptops. As for the memory, they pack up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 2TB SSD storage. There’s a USB-C port with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, a microSD card reader, and a 1440p webcam.

Coming to the pricing and availability, the Acer Swift Go 14 will be available for purchase from February globally and in May this year in North America at a starting price of $849.99, while the Acer Swift Go 16 will go on sale in March globally and June in North America with a starting price of $799.99.

Acer Swift 14 and Acer Swift X 14

The Acer Swift 14 is an Intel Evo-certified model that comes powered by the 13th generation Intel Core processor. It offers two touchscreen display options for the customers to choose from — 1920 x 1200 pixels or 2560 x 1600 pixels. It has a thin metal unibody with chamfered edges, a Windows Hello-equipped 1440p webcam, and dual USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports for connectivity.

On the other hand, the Swift X 14, which is also Evo-certified, comes with a 14.5-inch display offering either a 2880 x 1800 pixels OLED screen at 120Hz or a 2560 x 1600 pixels IPS LCD screen. It is powered by the Intel Core H-series chips, coupled with a new NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics processor, which goes up to GeForce RTX 4050.

The laptop, which is rated by NVIDIA Studio, comes with new cooling features as the device has a new air inlet keyboard. The Acer Swift 14 will be available globally in January and in North America in March for the starting price of $1,399.99, while the Acer Swift X 14 will be available globally in April and will start at $1099.99.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 & SCAR 18 premium gaming laptops with Core i9-13980HX, RTX 4090 GPU & 240 Hz QHD+ Mini LED displays announced

Sudhanshu — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 04:26:06 +0000

With CES 2023 in full swing, ASUS has unveiled a bunch of the laptops and desktop PCs it has planned for this year. The premium ASUS ROG Strix SCAR series of laptops have been updated to the most cutting-edge hardware for both the 16-inch and 18-inch models. Let’s check out the details.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 & SCAR 18 specs

The ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 have designs that are similar to previous models, including a customizable lightbar in the front, chiclet-style keyboards with per-key AURA SYNC RGB, and customizable armor caps.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18

ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634) and SCAR 18 (G834) models have 16-inch & 18-inch Mini-LED panels with 16:10 aspect ratios. Both displays have a QHD+ resolution (22560×1600), a refresh rate of 240 Hz, and a response time of 3 ms. In addition, the Mini-LED displays cover 100% of the DCI-P3 color space and have a maximum brightness of 1,100 nits. Finally, both panels are G-SYNC compatible, Dolby Vision compatible, and Pantone validated.

Under the hood, the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 can be configured with a Core i9-13980HX and a GeForce RTX 4090 laptop version with Nvidia Advanced Optimus and up to 175 W TGP. ASUS has also used MUX switches on both laptops to ensure that you can fully utilize the GPU horsepower available. With powerful hardware like the Core i9-13980HX and an RTX 4090 mobile comes great heat. Fortunately, ASUS has equipped the ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 with a full-width heat sink as well as three fans to keep temperatures under control even during the continuous high-load gameplay.

Other notable hardware specifications include a maximum of 4 TB (2TB + 2TB) of Raid 0 PCIe 4.0 storage and up to 64 GB of DDR5 4800 MHz memory. The memory can also be replaced by the user.

Both the 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 have Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. You can use the built-in 2.5 Gbps ethernet port if you don’t want to rely on Wi-Fi.

As for port selection, the ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 have two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. Both laptops feature a DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery 3.0. There is a single Thunderbolt 4 port, an HDMI 2.1 port, a 3.5 mm headphone/microphone jack, and one DC-in port. Last but not least, both the ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 have 90Wh batteries capable of charging at up to 100W.

The brand has not revealed the pricing or availability information regarding the two laptops yet.