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Consumer technology company Acer has announced the launch of its latest high-performance gaming laptop, the Predator Triton Neo 16 (Model PTN16-51). This new release boasts some of the most advanced components currently available, making it an extremely capable option for gaming, content creation, and beyond. Powerful New Intel and NVIDIA Components At the heart of…
Acer today announced the launch of an updated version of their popular Swift Go 14 thin-and-light laptop, now featuring the new 12th Gen Intel Core Ultra processors. The new Swift Go 14 (SFG14-72 model) is one of the first laptops on the market to utilize Intel’s latest mobile processors, which bring AI acceleration and enhanced…
Aqara has announced several major firmware updates for their Presence Sensor FP2 which I reviewed back in May, adding new functionalities for sleep monitoring, person detection, and people counting. Sleep Monitoring Mode The key update in the new firmware (v1.2.3_0002.0059) is the addition of a Sleep Monitoring mode for the FP2 sensor. This allows the…
With Christmas approaching, digital photo frames are well worth considering for a gift. I have given a couple in the past, and they have been very well-received. To be extra thoughtful, you can even set up a frame and load it with photos before giving it as a gift. With Aura, they realise that’s a…
WiFi 7, also known as 802.11be, is the newest and fastest WiFi standard yet. It offers significantly faster speeds, lower latency, increased capacity, and better performance compared to previous standards like WiFi 6E. Major networking brands have started releasing WiFi 7 mesh systems that take advantage of these benefits to deliver blazing-fast whole-home coverage. In…
Consumer electronics company Acer has announced an expansion into portable, solar-powered energy storage devices. The new product range aims to meet the rising demand for sustainable off-grid portable power stations and will compete with popular solutions from Allpowers, Anker, Bluetti, and EcoFlow. Three Tiers of Portable Power Stations The lineup consists of three portable lithium…
I am currently in the process of writing a guide for the best way to automatically back up Google Photos. So far, the most user-friendly solution has been MultCloud. MultCloud is a cloud management platform that allows users to transfer, sync, and backup files between multiple cloud storage services from one centralized interface. It supports…
Acer has announced the launch of its latest high-performance gaming desktop, the Predator Orion X, which is now available for pre-order in the UK. The compact yet powerful Orion X combines up to an Intel Core i9-13900KS processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, making it Acer’s most advanced pre-built gaming PC to date. The…
This Black Friday, Philips Hue is offering some incredible deals that promise to brighten up your home while being light on your wallet. Let’s dive into what’s on offer: Mix and Match: Save 30% For those looking to customize their lighting setup, Philips Hue has a fantastic deal. When you add any two or more…
MediaTek has unveiled its latest chipset, the Dimensity 8300, designed to enhance the premium 5G smartphone experience significantly. This new chipset is a testament to MediaTek’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of mobile technology, offering a combination of high performance, energy efficiency, and cutting-edge features. Unmatched Performance and Efficiency The Dimensity 8300, built on TSMC’s…
MediaTek has unveiled a new era in 5G technology with its introduction of the RedCap solutions, including the world’s first Modem-RF System-On-Chip (SoC) for 5G IoT and wearables, the MediaTek M60. Aimed at transforming the IoT landscape, this breakthrough promises to deliver impressive 5G data rates combined with exceptional power efficiency across various devices. The…
MediaTek has expanded its Wi-Fi 7 portfolio with the introduction of its new Filogic 860 and Filogic 360 chipsets. This launch marks a significant step forward in providing mainstream devices with cutting-edge wireless technology that promises peak performance and unrivalled reliability. Introducing Filogic 860 and Filogic 360 The company’s leap into second-generation Wi-Fi 7 technology…