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The Asus ROG Azoth combines mainstream features and enthusiast quality for a reasonable price.

Google is soon to be the latest tech giant to manufacture a Bluetooth tracker. The company is following in the steps of other tech giants like Tile, Apple, and Samsung.Tile Bluetooth trackers are often used to track car keys, luggage, and other valuables that often get lost. Tile has been doing great in the space for around 10 years, but when Apple’s AirTags found big success, other big tech establishments became interested.Naturally, both Samsung and Google decided to jump into the market. Google, for its part, has a secret weapon which could quickly make it the number one or two Bluetooth tracker product worldwide. That assistant? The power of billions of smartphones to help locate the trackers.Introducing GroguExperts like Kuba Wojciechowski reported spotting code for a Google first-party Bluetooth tracker codenamed “Grogu.” He found references that check almost all major box anyone would want in a Bluetooth tracker. This device has a speaker, UWB compatibility, and it supports Bluetooth LE. It is also being reported that the product is built by the Nest team.In case the user doesn’t want to tracker to play a ringtone in order to reveal its location, the Ultra Wide Band (UWB), a radio technology can physically locate the item. UWB needs to be built into the user’s phone. It can successfully find nearby device via a compass-like interface in this way. Some smartphones such as the Pixel 6 Pro, 7 Pro, and high-end Android devices have UWB built into them.See Also: Google is working on a seamless way to transfer Spotify tracks between your devicesLocator Tag OptionEsper’s Mishaal Rahman is another Android expert, who recently revealed information about what he called a locator tag option landing in Google’s Fast Pair developer console. Fast Pair API is the means Google is using to detect and pair to nearby Bluetooth devices. This one shows a pop-up on the screen rather having users go through the hassles of Settings menu.Of course, AirTags have their advantages and disadvantages. It has been used for spying and stalking but let’s hope there will be major improvements when Google finally releases its AirTag.

Wireless earbuds completely edge out wired headphones when it comes to features and portability. In this latest episode of the AndroidGuys podcast, our experts Scott Webster and Luke Gaul talk about the SOUNDPEATS Air3 Deluxe HS wireless earbuds. The earbuds ships with great features at an affordable price. What is the complete package, how do they perform, and is it worth purchasing at this price range? Listen to the podcast and see what our team says.What are the SOUNDPEATS Air3 Deluxe HS wireless earbuds?The Air3 Deluxe HS are a pair of wireless earbuds with a stem design. They offer up to five hours of playback per charge with touch controls on both earpieces. The carrying case provides another 15 hours of playback for a total of 20 hours.The earbuds are water resistant, support Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, and can be minimally configured via a mobile app.GalleryFeaturesBluetooth 5.2Five hours playback per charge20 hours playback total, including caseIPX4 water resistantMobile app for EQ settingsHi-Res Audio and LDAC supportUSB Type-C ChargingGame mode for 60ms low-latencyGoogle Assistant supportListen to the PodcastBe sure to subscribe to the AndroidGuys podcast through your favorite platform or add the AndroidGuys Podcast RSS feed to enjoy!Google PodcastsiTunesSpotifyAmazon MusicTuneInParting ThoughtsFor roughly $50 we really like the package offered up in the SOUNDPEATS Air3 Deluxe HS. They’re not overly powerful and don’t boast a ton of playback per charge, but they deliver on expectations. These are a great value for a first-time buyer or for someone who doesn’t demand a lot from their wireless audio.We appreciate being able to adjust the various EQ settings but more often than not the default option perfectly suited our needs. Sound is fairly evenly distributed for the most part with only the occasional flat experience.These work well as a pair or individually, but to get the best controls you’ll want to have both in at the same time. The ‘buttons’ take a little bit of time to figure out as they don’t click or provide tactile feedback but once you get them squared away you’ll be alright.Where to Buy the SOUNDPEATS Air3 Deluxe HS earbudsThe SOUNDPEATS Air3 Deluxe HS True wireless earbuds are priced at $50 and come in sole Black color option. The earbuds are available for purchase from SOUNDPEAT’s official website.

If you only need a portable streaming player on the cheap, the Roku Express will just about do the job.

I have a confession: I am obsessed with open-ear earbuds. Open-ear earbuds allow you to listen to music without plugging your ears and completely separating you from the world. There certainly are situations where the coziness of putting on a pair of noise-cancelling headphones is unmatched. But for the office, the gym, and the outdoors, open-ear earbuds are certainly my preferred choice.The Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds come to the market with a few distinct style and design features that separate them from other available open-ear earbuds. I couldn’t wait to see the differences they brought to my listening experience.Haylou Purfree OW01 EarbudsThe packaging for the Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds is very satisfying. Everything was neat and tidy. The metallic black earbud case with “Haylou” embossed on the front looked very sharp. Opening the earbud case revealed the beaming scarlet interior.The earbuds were shaped as a traditional open-ear earbud. The bright red part of the earbud with the speakers was connected to a long black rubber piece that wrapped around to the back of the ear and ended at a dense, weighted bar that kept the whole assembly in place around the ear. On the pair I opened, I noticed that this rubber piece was not jet black as I had expected, but rather a very dark purple or brown. Such a fine detail didn’t ruffle my feathers too much, but it was something I noticed.Setting up the earbuds and connecting them to my phone was a piece of cake. I may not have even looked at the instruction manual, the process was so intuitive.Sound QualitySound quality is the most important part of an earbud, and open-ear earbuds are especially susceptible to poor sound quality.Putting on the Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds for the first time, I first noticed how loud they were. This is definitely atypical for open-ear earbuds, so if you’ve been looking for an open-ear earbud that can blast your tunes, definitely give these a try. In the office at work, where I like my music the quietest, I felt comfortable with my volume on the lowest setting.The sound quality that these earbuds produced was pretty good. I was satisfied but not blown away. Some of the fine audio details were difficult to pick out, but only if I was trying to focus on them.One little audio glitch that I did notice was that about every two hours of use, there would be maybe half a second where the earbuds would be slightly out of sync, and then would come back. However, this didn’t really affect the experience except for maybe being a little bit startling the first time.ComfortThe Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds were kind of a one-size-fits-all type deal, with no adjustable pieces. However, the dark rubber portion of the earbud was flexible, and I believe this would allow the earbud to fit comfortably over ears of different shapes.On my ears, there were no issues with comfort. In fact, not having to adjust the earbuds every time I put them on was kind of nice. Without being able to loosen or tighten the earbuds, I was almost certain that they would fall off while running or working out. But, to my surprise, they stayed on just fine! These are likely the most comfortable pair of open-ear earbuds that I’ve worn.Another thing that was great about this pair of earbuds was that the sides of the earbuds had both touch controls, and button controls. I really enjoyed the flexibility of being able to choose how I controlled my music depending on the situation.Battery LifeThere were absolutely no issues with battery life when using the Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds. They were charged twice over a week’s worth of twice-a-day use and never died. However, there was no indicator on the case or the earbuds that told how much battery was left. This is something that would have been convenient.OverallUsing the Haylou Purfree OW01 Earbuds was a great experience. The comfort, battery life, and style of the earbuds were very impressive. The only aspect for which they could be improved was sound quality, which was still very passable. These will definitely be my go-to running and workout earbuds for the foreseeable future.

BLUETTI, a well-known solar generator brand, will throw a themed promotion called “The Sun Shines Wherever You Go” from January 10th to 25th, 2023, to celebrate the new year and its innovation of new portable solar panel– PV68 and PV420. Besides, it is holding an open call for “BLUETTI Heroes” among its global users to make documentaries. BLUETTI Hero Recruitment ​Since its founding, BLUETTI has strived to provide its users with the best product and experience possible. This year, it starts the “BLUETTI Heroes” program to encourage its users to share their using experience and great changes brought by BLUETTI products.  All users can apply to become a BLUETTI Hero. About 15 applicants will be chosen to take part in the documentary. After the publication of documentaries, every hero can pick any BLUETTI products priced at $1000 as a gift.So far, the event has seen four heroes showcase their unique lifestyles on BLUETTI youtube account. Some of them find road trips, camping, van or RV off-grid living more accessible and full of fun. With BLUETTI solar generators and panels, they are already free of power shortages and living in a sustainable way. People enduring frequent power outages in disaster-ravaged areas may be inspired by one of the heroes. Using the BLUETTI backup system as a household emergency power source, the hero is never bothered by darkness and worry. More stories are in the works and will soon hit the screen. Anyone with a special moment with BLUETTI is warmly welcomed to join the program.​ Click to apply: https://www.bluettipower.com/pages/bluetti-heroesNew Solar Panels PV420 Starts at $899 (was $1099), Save $200PV68 Starts at $99 (was $199), Save $100BLUETTI has recently released the most portable PV68, and the most powerful PV420. Both are made from monocrystalline silicon and coated with ETFE to ensure a 23.4% conversion efficiency and longer life. Weighing only 3.4kg and producing 68W power from sunlight, the PV68 can be carried around along with small generator, such as the EB3A for outdoor activities. Now BLUETTI slashes $199 off for this bundle, get it at $299. While the PV 420 produces 420W power, filling up a generator in a flash. It’s a little heavier at 14kg, though it can folded into car trunk along with the popular AC200P for next long road trip. This bundle also enjoys $500 discount, grab it at $2298.AC300+B300-Modular Power backup systemAC300+2*B300 Starts at $5099 (was $6297), Save $1198AC300+B300+2*PV420 Starts at $5099 (was $6296), Save $1197With a modular and stackable approach, AC300&B300 combo stretches the definition of portable power station and allows for easy upgrade to a whole house power system to every need, max at 12,288Wh when four B300 expansion LFP battery connected. The AC300 inverter can power all regular home appliance at ease with up to 3,000W continuous output and a 6,000W surge capability. Two separate MPPT controllers inside give the unit a max of 2,400W solar input and some flexibility to use two different solar arrays. The recharging rate can even top at 5,400W if combining wall adapter and solar panel. The combo also support 240V split phase bonding to run other high-powered equipment, and all-day UPS features to prevent blackouts.AC200MAX All-in-one Power BeastAC200MAX+B300 Starts at $3499(was $4098), Save $599AC200MAX+3*PV200 Starts at $2799(was $3396), Save $597A successor to the popular AC200P, the AC200 Max ramps up the technology and offers expandability options through extra battery modules, such as two B230 to 6,144Wh, and two B300 to 8,192Wh. Even if standalone, it has 2,048Wh power in its belly and can deliver 2,200W power for multiple devices via its 14 outlets, along with two wireless charging pads on the top. There are seven ways to top up the all-in-one power beast, either with 500W adapter, 900W solar panel, lead acid battery, car, or combined dual charging, like 1400W AC and solar input.EP500 Home Emergency Power BackupEP500 Starts at $3999(was $4999), Save$1000EP500+4*PV200 Starts at $5595(was $6995), Save$1400This massive power station features a 5,100Wh capacity and a 2,000W inverter, a wide array of outlets, great for home emergencies, off-grid cabins, RVs, boats and camper vans and any situation where multiple power-hungry appliance need be powered. For easy mobility, it’s equipped with four smooth and solid wheels on the bottom. With several charging methods, the large battery can be topped up in few hours. Combine solar and AC charging to input up to 1800W, which recharges the EP500 in just 3.3 hours. It also supports 24/7 UPS to protect essential loads from outages and split-phase bonding to provide 240V power for high-powered devices.About BLUETTIFrom the very beginning, BLUETTI has tried to stay true to a sustainable future through green energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use while delivering an exceptional eco-friendly experience for everyone and the world. BLUETTI is making its presence in 70+ countries and is trusted by millions of customers across the globe. For more information, please visit BLUETTI online at https://www.bluettipower.com/EDITOR NOTE: This is a promoted post and should not be considered an editorial endorsement

If you’re in the realm of remote control planes, you have likely heard of the PowerUp 4.0 RC plane kit. The PowerUp 4.0 is a low-cost, easy to use, self-propelled miniature RC plane that provides an opportunity for just about anyone to own and fly one directly from their smartphone, via the PowerUp app and a Bluetooth connection. It encourages creativity by supporting various build kits, such as the well-known origami paper planes–or in this case–balsa wood, with the new Tornado Updraft 12 kit born from a partnership with Nighthawk Gliders. You can buy the whole kit with wings included on the PowerUp website for $120, on sale now for $99. It will come with instructions and all of the materials you will need to construct your new balsa wood toy.The idea is simple. The PowerUp 4.0 itself cannot fly, as it has no wings. It is a simple but elegant and well-engineered design. Up front, a cockpit holds the electronics, and is attached by a thin metal rod to two motorized propellers which will thrust the plane through the air from behind the wings. But here is where the fun comes in – deciding how you are going to produce lift. By itself, the PowerUp 4.0 kit is just the skeleton of a fuselage. It is up to you to decide what kind of design interests you enough to build it. You may opt for paper or balsa wood, among the many available kits, designs, and templates available on their website and in origami books.The Tornado Updraft 12If origami doesn’t quite interest you, this balsa wood template should definitely be considered. It contains a cutout template, instructions, and a few necessary materials for constructing the wings and attaching them to the propulsion system. The required build time for this particular set is only a few hours if you ignore the super glue drying time. For the most part, it is an easy build, but it does require some small details that add some complexities and fun to the process with the intent of improving the quality of flight. Fortunately, the instructions are great, easy to understand, and the kit provides you with lots of useful items like a small cutout designed to help set the correct angle of the wings as well as the horizontal stabilizers at the tail. The experience is overall pretty enjoyable and is great for passing time no matter your age, but I think it’s a particularly great gift for young kids that may be interested in finding a new hobby.I was a bit worried about the durability of the plane, especially since I am fairly new to the hobby in general. A couple of rough crashes proved that the design is actually fairly sturdy and can take quite a few hits. Regardless, the balsa wood frame is so lightweight that some of my roughest landings weren’t catastrophic. Of course, I’d recommend flying over grass in opposition to harder surfaces if possible, but as a beginner pilot, there is no need for too much concern as long as you fly in a safe, open area free of obstacles like trees or powerlines.Flight Experience & FeaturesEven if you’ve never flown an RC plane before, the PowerUp 4.0 app on your smartphone makes it an extremely easy process. It took me just a few crashes before I was able to fly for two or more minutes at a time. I have found that this kit demands a bit more space than you may need for its origami relatives, but it is just as quick to learn. Bluetooth range extends to 240 feet thanks to the antenna in the cockpit, and the easily-replaceable quick charge battery allows for around 10 minutes of non-stop flight time, which is pretty impressive for a rather small device like itself.Unlike the lighter and smaller paper plane kits, this kit won’t take off so easily from a throw. Thankfully, the kit comes with ultra lightweight but surprisingly functional landing gear, so that you can take off and land with about 50 feet of runway space. Empty parking lots and long driveways are therefore essential to the experience, especially if you aren’t quite a pro at the takeoff and landing phase yet.The PowerUp 4.0 smartphone app is truly great at what it does, and makes the flying experience really accessible for anyone who can operate a joystick. There are a couple unique features in there that aren’t necessary for this template in particular, but are definitely nice to have. The plane tracks statistics of your flights like max flight time and simplifies the control of the plane in comparison to many other more advanced RC planes out there. It also adds some additional customizability to your experience.ConclusionThere aren’t many other toys on the market that can make constructing and flying RC planes so affordable and easy. On the PowerUp 4.0, its size and specs make the learning curve extremely forgiving for even some of the most uncoordinated beginners. The entire construction process from start to finish is easy and enjoyable. It makes a great gift for children, but the PowerUp 4.0 Tornado Updraft 12 kit can be fun at any age. In my opinion the price is very reasonable, especially when compared to some of the other hobby kits like it. The app is amazing and makes the whole experience even simpler. Connecting the plane to your mobile device is very quick and smooth, and the connection stays very stable even at long distances that wouldn’t normally be supported by Bluetooth.

There are a couple of things to know about unlocking Bluetooth on the Stadia controller before you begin. Once you use the tool and enable Bluetooth on the Stadia controller, Wi-Fi will no longer work and you’ll be unable to connect to Stadia servers directly with it. As such, you may want to wait until January 19, 2023, when the service will be officially shut down. Besides, since the online tool will be available until December 23, 2023, there’s not much of a reason to rush.Next, the list of compatible devices includes Windows 10 and 11 with Steam, MacOS 13 with Steam, ChromeOS, and Android. Even if you own these platforms it still may not work unless your device has a Bluetooth Low Energy adapter.Also, the controller’s 3.5mm audio jack and USB port will not work for audio when using it wirelessly, but the headphone jack will work when plugged in with the USB Type-C cable. Lastly, the Google Assistant and Capture buttons will cease to function unless you use additional software to remap them.With all of that out of the way, here’s how you can enable Bluetooth on your Stadia controller. Make sure your controller is charged to 10% or more and connect it to your PC with a USB cable. Then, open the website for the online tool using Chrome 108 or higher. From there, you can click the “Switch to Bluetooth mode” button and let Google’s tool do all the work. Afterward, you’ll be able to pair the Stadia controller by holding down the “Y” and Stadia buttons to start the process.Ever since Google launched its cloud gaming platform Stadia back in 2018—originally known as Project Stream when it was in testing—I have been a massive fan of the technology. It truly blew my mind the first time I loaded up a full-blown AAA game in my browser and was able to play with no lag. It worked so well that I was certain I was witnessing the future of gaming.Here we are over four years later and Stadia’s technology is still as impressive as ever, but like many other services from the search giant, this one is slated for the Google graveyard. While plenty of other services have been terminated by Google in the past, Stadia is one of the most heartbreaking. Users of the service, myself included, loved the experience and the technology. However, it appears Google just hasn’t seen the return on investment it was hoping for and has decided to throw in the towel.Fortunately, the company has handled the shutdown in the best possible way for consumers. First, by announcing it far in advance, then by issuing full refunds for all games and hardware, and finally, it released a tool to enable Bluetooth connectivity on the Stadia controller. Without this tool, the Stadia controller would have still functioned wired, but adding Bluetooth connectivity makes it much more useful and will save a lot of e-waste from ending up in landfills.

BLUETTI, a well-known solar generator brand, puts another modular solar generator– the AC500 & B300S on sale on its Canada website on Jan 12th  two days after it starts its early promotion, “The Sun Shines Wherever You Go” which will end on Jan 25th. Besides, it is holding an open call for “BLUETTI Heroes” among its global users. AC500+B300S-Customizable Backup SystemStart at C$5199 (was C$5999), Save C$800Pulling in $11 million on Indiegogo, this innovative modular generator is finally available on the official store. The 5,000W inverter AC500 is compatible with its companion B300S or B300 battery packs to reach a max capacity of 18,432Wh. With that much power and battery, the combo can keep the whole house going through a long-lasting power outage. The backup system even provides doubled power, voltage and capacity when two units are connected in split-phase mode. Supported by an efficient MPPT controller, the AC500 allows for a 3,000W max solar input. Combined solar power with max 5,000W AC input, the A500 with two or more B300S batteries can be charged at max 8,000W. Quick switchover, full-time UPS and smart App connectivity all make the AC500 a standout backup power source for home use or off-grid living.Now, BLUETTI offers early bird price for single units or bundles. These huge discounts can save C$200 to C$2000 directly.New Solar Panels-PV68 EB3A+PV68 Starts at C$549 (was C$599), Save C$50BLUETTI has recently released the most portable PV68, which is made from monocrystalline silicon and coated with ETFE to ensure a 23.4% conversion efficiency and longer life. Weighing only 3.4kg and producing 68W power from sunlight, the PV68 can be carried around along with small generator, such as the EB3A for outdoor activities. Now BLUETTI slashes $50 off for this bundle, get it at C$549.AC300+B300-Modular Power backup systemAC300+2*B300 Starts at C$6999 (was C$7399), Save C$400With a modular and stackable approach, AC300&B300 combo stretches the definition of portable power station and allows for easy upgrade to a whole house power system to every need, max at 12,288Wh when four B300 expansion LFP battery connected. The AC300 inverter can power all regular home appliance at ease with up to 3,000W continuous output and a 6,000W surge capability. Two separate MPPT controllers inside give the unit a max of 2,400W solar input and some flexibility to use two different solar arrays. The recharging rate can even top at 5,400W if combining wall adapter and solar panel. The combo also support 240V split phase bonding to run other high-powered equipment, and all-day UPS features to prevent blackouts.AC200MAX All-in-one Power BeastAC200MAX+B300 Starts at C$4999(was C$5299), Save C$300AC200MAX+3*PV200 Starts at C$3999(was C$4299), Save C$300A successor to the popular AC200P, the AC200 Max ramps up the technology and offers expandability options through extra battery modules, such as two B230 to 6,144Wh, and two B300 to 8,192Wh. Even if standalone, it has 2,048Wh power in its belly and can deliver 2,200W power for multiple devices via its 14 outlets, along with two wireless charging pads on the top. There are seven ways to top up the all-in-one power beast, either with 500W adapter, 900W solar panel, lead acid battery, car, or combined dual charging, like 1400W AC and solar input.BLUETTI Hero Recruitment In the new “BLUETTI Heroes” program, all BLUETTI users can apply to become a BLUETTI Hero. About 15 applicants will be chosen to take part in the documentary filming and then can pick any BLUETTI products under US $1000 as a gift.Anyone who loves road trip, camping, RV living or need backup power for outages and other occasions is warmly welcome to join the program and share its own story.Click to apply: https://www.bluettipower.ca/pages/heros-2022About BLUETTIFrom the very beginning, BLUETTI has tried to stay true to a sustainable future through green energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use while delivering an exceptional eco-friendly experience for everyone and the world. BLUETTI is making its presence in 70+ countries and is trusted by millions of customers across the globe. For more information, please visit BLUETTI online at https://www.bluettipower.ca/EDITOR NOTE: This is a promoted post and should not be considered an editorial endorsement

The Oppo Find N2 folding smartphone is the desirable Z Fold 4 competitor we want, but unfortunately, it's not easy to buy. Is it worth the effort?

There are many options to choose from when selecting a home security system. Blurams is one of the better-known brands in this competitive market and has a wide variety of products to fulfill security needs. I have been using the Outdoor Lite 4 Security Camera for a few weeks and will summarize what I like and dislike about it.Design and FunctionWhile the look of this camera is on par with any other brand’s outdoor camera, I am not particularly impressed with the feel. To put it bluntly, it feels cheaper than other security cameras that I have used in the past. I would venture to bet that one drop on a hard surface would result in a broken piece of equipment. However, I do appreciate that it comes with a long power cord and mounting hardware.The camera is bulky, but that doesn’t bother me due to it being outdoors. The body is built to withstand harsh weather so once again, the size of the camera may make it more durable.Neither the spotlights nor the siren overly impressed me. While they do largely function and respond as I had hoped, they are not as powerful as I had expected. The lights are just sufficient enough to get the job done but were a little underwhelming. The siren would certainly be heard by whomever is in front of the camera; however, I’m not confident that a neighbor or even someone in another room of the home would hear it very well.Camera picture is great, motion and sound notifications respond and I haven’t missed anything that I can tell. While standard on this type of camera, the two-way talk is always nice to have.Mobile AppThe Blurams app has impressed me as it is easy to navigate and displays the camera picture very well. This camera has several options that can be accessed with a Blurams Guard account. Vehicle detection, pet detection, family member detection and package detection are all available with this upgraded account.Operating the camera from the app is very straightforward. With a simple tap on your phone screen, you can activate alarms, lights, two way talk and recording functions. I have zero complaints about notifications. They are as customizable and gave me very few “false alarms” on motion detection, sound detection etc.InstallationThe installation of the camera was very easy and straightforward with simple directions. Setup took less than five minutes once I realized that it was not pairing with my older router. It is important to note that this camera can only operate on a 2.4GHz connection. Anything other than that, such as 5G, is not compatible with this camera.ConclusionI would recommend this camera to anyone who is working with a tight budget and who doesn’t want to be locked into a subscription. The cost for this camera sits around $50 which feels appropriate for a basic security camera.The base function and features are available at no additional cost, making this a very affordable out-of-box solution. Other brands may force you into a subscription for the equipment to be used at all. If you are in the market for a simple and easy to use camera that won’t break the bank, I would feel comfortable recommending the Blurams Outdoor Lite 4.

Mobvoi has released a new product that smartwatch users can avail of to access new watch faces every week. They can also create and market their unique watch face designs. These have been made possible through TimeShow, the company reveals.The new app helps users to become creators who are liberal and can have fun differentiating and revitalizing their daily timepieces.Since a watch is like an extension of the wearer’s personality, whether during use while playing fun games, or just using an app, the timepiece can serve the same purpose, as Robert Zhang, the vice president of engineering at Mobvoi claims.With TimeShow, users can now be able to express themselves the way they want to, while creators stand a chance to earn with their expertise.Every week offers something newNew watch face releases will be available to users through the TimeShow app. The options include interactive games such as Little Ball Adventure, and Gluttony Snake. There are easy-to-customize widgets, and an assortment of modern and classic styles that make it possible for users to embrace their personalized preferences.See Also: Mobvoi Home Treadmill reviewThe app does more. It offers health and fitness information, user steps, and heart rate. In addition, the app website allows graphic designers and digital creators to curate and upload their own watch faces. They can upload these to the TimeShow app.Mobvoi is adding a revenue sharing plan for designers to be able to earn from their hard work. The other cool side to it is that these designers will also be able to express their creativity while making money.TimeShow app availabilityThe app is now available through Google Play and Apple stores. Android users are able to sync with a Wear OS watch, while iPhone users can sync with an Apple Watch.

This week, Nubia introduced the REDMAGIC 8 Pro, a device manufactured to up the ante when it comes to performance. A quick look at the smartphone shows just how powerful it is: a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, UFS 4.0 and REDMAGIC’s Red Core 2 offers better performance for gamers.REDMAGIC 8 Pro designThe device’s manufacturer claims that this flagship model is available in two futuristic designs – Matte and Void. The Matte looks elegant in design with a sleek black color and comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB of memory. Void is the iconic see-through style with 16GB RAM and 512GB of memory. Furthermore, there’s a new logo designed to entice fans on Nubia’s plan of becoming more than just a gaming smartphone.See Also: Nubia offers up REDMAGIC 7SPro for global audienceOther cool aspects of REDMAGIC 8 Pro include the ultra-narrow bezel and second generation under-display camera. The phone comes with a display of 6.8 inches AMOLED with an FHD 2480×1116 screen resolution. The screen-to-body ratio is 93.7 percent.Better gaming experiencesSince Nubia made this smartphone with gamers in mind, it is not surprising that it is compatible with both HDMI and USB use on TVs. Also, it can be connected to monitors with type-C cables. The primary camera is now upgraded to offer 50 megapixels for stunning images and clear videos.Gamers will also love the fact that this is the device with the fastest chipset until now. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is amazing when it comes to speed. The chipset runs at the speed of 3.2GHz with Qualcomm’s Adreno GPU that’s 42 percent faster, delivering 50 percent more power efficiency than the smartphone predecessor.REDMAGIC 8 Pro availabilityAccording to REDMAGIC, the smartphone will be available for order on the 2nd of February. Check out more details on their website.

If you own a Nintendo Switch, then at some point, you’re going to want a new controller. Whether it’s due to the small size, the dreaded stick shift, or you’re just tired of removing and attaching the Joy-Con controllers—it’s just good to have a second gamepad around.Fortunately, there is a huge market for Nintendo Switch controllers, and PowerA was nice enough to send its officially licensed Fusion Pro Wireless Controller out for review.DesignThe PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch looks nearly identical to the Switch Pro Controller, but the two gamepads do have some key differences. The largest one is the removable customizable paddle attachment on the back of the Fusion Pro Wireless.Another standout feature is the magnetic replaceable face allowing you to swap between the included white or black faceplates. The joysticks are also swappable, with options for short or tall sticks and concave or convex caps, which are available inside of the included carrying case.On the underside of the controller, PowerA has used a rubberized grip making it quite comfortable to hold in your hands. Finally, the PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller offers a 3.5mm headphone jack for using wired headphones with it.User ExperienceSetting up the Fusion Pro Wireless Controller was a frictionless experience. Connecting it to my Nintendo Switch took only seconds and I was ready to play. You can even wake the Nintendo Switch with the home button on the Fusion Pro Wireless, an essential feature for all of us couch jockeys.As for the buttons and joysticks, they all worked perfectly and I had no issues playing any of my games. However, the real game-changer was the Mappable Pro Pack which gives you four paddles on the underside of the controller. Each one of these paddles can be programmed to a button on the controller and allows you to activate the button without taking your thumbs off of the analog sticks.A feature like this can be massively convenient or invaluable depending on the game. This is just one example of many, but while playing Zelda Breath of the Wild, I was able to map the attack, action, and jump buttons to the paddles. That made it so much easier to run around Hyrule slashing and picking up loot without ever needing to take my right thumb off of the analog stick.Speaking of Breath of the Wild, if you’re a fan of gyro aiming, then no worries. The Fusion Pro Wireless Controller includes gyro controls, so you’ll be able to line up your shots and do the shrine puzzles with no issues.For all that the PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller does right, I’m afraid there are some drawbacks. The first is no NFC chip, which means no support for Amiibo. I’ve never used the Amiibo function with my Switch before, so that wasn’t a deal breaker for me. However, there are also no vibration motors and I did find I missed the haptic feedback during games. Lastly, while there is a 3.5mm headphone jack, it is only functional when using the controller wired and will not work in wireless mode.None of these are truly essential features, and they may not be dealbreakers for you, especially given how game-changing the customizable paddles are. Regardless, it’s good to know what you’re getting before you spend your hard-earned dollars.Battery LifePowerA rates the Fusion Pro Wireless for up to 20-hours of battery life. After playing with it these past few weeks, I can say that seems about right. The controller even has fantastic standby time in between gaming sessions. Plus, there’s a generously long 10ft. USB Type-A to Type-C cable included that you can use to play wired.Final ThoughtsThe PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch has a lot going for it. The obvious standout feature are the customizable paddle buttons, but it also has a comfortable rubber grip, replaceable faceplates and analog sticks, a premium carrying case, and fantastic battery life.While there are a couple of concessions made with the lack of Amiibo support and haptic feedback, those aren’t deal breakers for many of us. However, the price tag might be. The retail price for the Fusion Pro Wireless is $100, and that’s a steep asking price when the official Nintendo Switch Pro Controller sells for $60 with support for Amiibo and HD rumble.In this case, you’ll have to ask yourself how much the customizable paddles along with the replaceable faceplates and analog sticks are worth to you. If that’s worth the additional cost—then you won’t regret picking up the Fusion Pro Wireless—because it’s an incredible controller. I know the mappable paddles changed the way I played games for the better, and it’s now difficult for me to use a controller without them.Alternatively, you can watch for the PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller to go on sale because sometimes it can drop as low as $50.Buy from Amazon Buy from PowerA

Smart Home privacy solutions provider brand Athom introduced its new privacy-focused Homey Pro smart home hub at CES 2023.The successor to the Homey Pro (2019) comes with more improved and advanced features, the Homey Pro sports highly advanced privacy features that make homes smarter and an eye-grabbing circular design with a matte black finish that suits any home. The latest addition to the smart home hub makes it easier to manage the home’s multiple connections without compromising speed and privacy.Homey ProIn terms of specifications, Homey Pro is powered by ARMv8 quad-core processor, offers 3.5 times better performance, and up to 4 times better wireless range when compared to its predecessor. It packs 2GB of DDR4 RAM and 8GB of storage.Homey Pro is compatible with 50,000+ smart devices from more than 1000+ brands, so compatibility won’t be an issue you face with that device. It measures 5.04″ in diameter x 1.5″ in height and weighs just 1.3 lbs. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 5, Z-Wave Plus, Bluetooth v5.0, Matter, Zigbee 3.0, 433MHz, IR, and Thread connectivity. It processes everything locally even when the internet is down and local API keys allow API access from anywhere without the cloud.With the satellite mode, users can able to extend Homey pro with one or more Homey bridges to increase wireless coverage in larger homes. Based on your home location the Homey Pro will automatically switch its Z-Wave frequency with a unique multi-antenna design.with the Homey Pro smart home hub, you get Homey cloud services free of cost including remote access, the Homey App store, and free local backup via PC. There is also Cloud backups are available but it comes under paid subscription, starting at $10 per month. It back up the entire smart home automatically, so you can manage your backup anywhere.Other features of the Homey Pro include Homey Energy which shows real-time energy usage and generation, Homey Flow for automation, and Homey Insights for historical data. The new smart home hub works with Homey iOS, Android, and Web apps.Homey Pro costs $399 and is now available for pre-order via Homey’s official website. It will start shipping worldwide in Q1 2023.

We are big fans of Treblab here at AndroidGuys. Earlier this year we reviewed the company’s Z7 Pro wireless headphones. These impressive canned headsets are a great buy at full price, but for this week Treblab is offering a steep discount.From January 17 thru January 22, you can snag the Treblab Z7 Pro for $40 off. This drops the retail price from $160 to $120 on Amazon. The catch? You need the right promo code: Z7PRONOWBACK.Need a little more motivation? Let’s remind you of what the Treblab Z7 Pro headphones offer. The spec sheet is pretty solid at this price point.Also Read – Treblab Z7 Pro Wireless Headphones ReviewActive Noise Cancellation – Experience a world of tranquility with TREBLAB’s Z7 Pro noise-canceling headphones. Designed with 6 environmental sensors that auto-switch to transparency mode, and an ENC microphone for crystal-clear call quality.Unrivaled Comfort + Sound – Discover your favorite sound/music with ultra-comfortable headphones made of soft leather and memory foam. Each folding/compact headphone is designed with a 40mm driver to deliver a proper balance of stereo sound.Top-Tier Playtime & Charging – Jam out for days with a 45 hr battery life. Once depleted, each Bluetooth headphone with a microphone can be fully charged in 2.5 hours, or quick charge in 20 minutes for 5 hrs of playtime.Responsive Touch Control – Pause, play, adjust volume, skip tracks, and activate a voice assistant with touch-enabled wireless headphones with a mic. They were designed with auto-play to pause/play when taken off/on.Multiconnection – Over-ear headphones easily switch between 2 Bluetooth devices.Don’t let this offer get away before adding the Treblab Z7 Pro headphones to your bag. Again, use the code Z7PRONOWBACK with our link below to take advantage of this deal before it expires.Purchase the Treblab Z7 Pro headphones from Amazon