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Neumann’s NDH20 headphones rock — both in and out of the studio
When the NDH20 studio headphones were announced at NAMM this year I was quite surprised. Neumann’s been around for nearly 100 years without making a pair of headphones and, considering the company is owned by Sennheiser, it seems strange to start now. дальше »
2019-9-10 01:46
Leak: Google’s Pixel 4 could include an astrophotography mode
Our phones get better at capturing images in low light every year, but as far as I know, no phone has been good enough to capture stars in the night sky. If a new leak is to be believed, Google might be the one to change that Spanish tech site Pro Android posted a what appears to be an upcoming marketing video for the Pixel 4. дальше »
2019-9-10 00:18
Microsoft president sides with Huawei in battle with US
While Huawei is still battling with the US ban, it has found some comforting words from its long term ally, Microsoft. The company’s president and Chief Legal Officer, Brad Smith, told Bloomberg Businessweek in an interview the Chinese company is being treated in an un-American way by President Trump. дальше »
2019-9-9 14:56
How to watch Apple’s iPhone 11 launch event live
At its annual hardware launch event on September 10, Apple is set to unveil the latest iPhone, as well as other products and major software updates. How many cameras will the iPhone 11 have? What new features will be available in iOS 13 updates? All will be revealed soon, and you can tune in live on whatever device you have handy. дальше »
2019-9-9 13:51
What to expect from Apple’s September 10 iPhone event
Apple‘s annual iPhone event is almost upon us, which means it’s officially raining Apple hardware and software. As is the customary tradition, the company is expected to unveil a number of products at the Steve Jobs Theater on its Apple Park campus tomorrow. дальше »
2019-9-9 10:41
CHEAP: Watch your shitty reality TV on full blast with $42 off Anker’s Soundcore Infini soundbar
I’ve said before that I love me a good soundbar. What’s not to love about a speaker that can upgrade your TV viewing experience with significantly better sound, while taking up minimal space? That’s why I’m excited to share today’s deal with you. дальше »
2019-9-9 09:13
CHEAP: Own a (completely non-functional) piece of Internet history for just $50
Regular readers of TNW will know we have a regular column called CHEAP. There we share interesting deals on tech products across the Internet. Most of the stuff unearthed has some actual practical value: like phones and tablets. дальше »
2019-9-9 01:11
The coolest thing I saw at IFA was a headless robot cat from Japan
Covering consumer tech is always great fun. From phones to semiconductors, innovation happens at a breakneck pace. Each day, I get to see the world change in a subtle but profound way. But the most intriguing products are seldom those with a mass-market appeal. дальше »
2019-9-9 23:34
CHEAP: Power Vision’s PowerEgg drone for just $349? Egg-sale-ent
Have you seen the movie Arrival? It’s a fantastic movie starring Amy Adams where aliens arrive in a floating egg-shaped ship to the earth. How cool would it be if you can get a gadget which looks like that? I got just the right thing for you. дальше »
2019-9-7 15:10
Optoma’s CinemaX P1 is a 4K UST projector with a sleek design and solid price
When it comes to home theater, video enthusiasts are usually divided into two camps: those who love their big TVs, and those who need their even bigger projectors. But while setting up a traditional long-throw projector is typically a time-consuming, inflexible affair, increasingly popular ultra-short-throw projectors seek to provide big screen sizes with ample placement flexibility. дальше »
2019-9-7 21:51
Huawei’s Freebuds 3 pack active noise cancellation and a fancy new audio chip
Huawei today announced the latest update to its truly wireless earbuds game. The Huawei Freebuds 3 are the company’s latest salvo in an already crowded marketplace. It hopes to distinguish itself from its rivals with reduced call latency, as well as improved charging performance, and the introduction of active noise cancellation (ANC). дальше »
2019-9-6 12:04
Huawei’s Kirin 990 5G chipset promises improved data, battery, and camera performance
As Android manufacturers go, Huawei is a bit of an oddity as it produces its own silicon, rather than farming it out to a third-party like Qualcomm or MediaTek. Their latest is the octa-core Kirin 990 5G, which will power the company’s upcoming handsets. дальше »
2019-9-6 12:02
The F(x)tec Pro 1 proves there’s room for keyboard slider phones in 2019
UK mobile startup F(x)tec today announced the upcoming availability of its inaugural handset, the F(x)tec Pro 1. This handset is a contemporary take on the old Nokia E7 slider phone, aimed at power users, as well as those for whom virtual keyboards aren’t good enough At first glance, it resembles an ordinary (if not somewhat hefty) smartphone. дальше »
2019-9-6 02:49
Focal’s new Chora speakers use recycled carbon fiber at accessible prices
Focal Audio might be known for producing some of the best speakers and headphones in the world, but the company hasn’t forgotten those of us that can’t spend $230,000 on a pair of towers. Case in point: Focal today announced the Chora series, a family of bookshelf and tower speakers replacing the company’s popular entry-level Chorus line, starting at $899 for the cheapest pair. дальше »
2019-9-6 19:01
Redditor repurposes a broken MacBook Pro into a neat iPad-Mac hybrid
Most MacBook Pro machines with busted screens end up in a junkyard. But a Reddit user made the best use of it by hooking it up to an iPad Pro and creating an amazing hybrid machine. The user, u/andrewkroger, explained that he took apart the assembly of their MacBook Pro‘s damaged display and attached a magnetic iPad case in its place. дальше »
2019-9-5 13:31
CHEAP: Multi-task magnificently with a Fossil smartwatch for $199
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Remembering to exercise, keeping up with thousands of irrelevant emails, all while having to actually, you know, get up on time is tough. дальше »
2019-9-5 12:13
Nintendo launches a $30 SNES-style wireless controller for the Switch
Nintendo nostalgics of the 90s, rejoice! The company has unveiled a brand-new controller for its Switch console which is identical to those that came with the iconic SNES, except it’s wireless and costs $30 a pop. дальше »
2019-9-5 11:22
Apple might release a sub-$400 iPhone SE-style phone next year
Apple’s set to release its new crop of iPhones in less than a week. If the last two years are indicators of anything, the company might not sell as many units as it used to do prior to the iPhone X’s release in 2017. дальше »
2019-9-5 09:11
Samsung’s Galaxy Fold available in Korea September 6, the US in ‘weeks’
Better late than never right? Samsung today revealed its potentially-revolutionary but ever-elusive Galaxy Fold will be available to consumers in Korea September 6, followed by France, Germany, Singapore, the UK. дальше »
2019-9-5 05:40
CHEAP: Anoint yourself noise monarch with 72% off Harman Kardon wireless speakers
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! I always appreciate having a good speaker in my living room. It always helps when I can listen to podcasts or music while lounging. дальше »
2019-9-4 15:12
Samsung will reportedly launch a foldable luxury clamshell next year
Samsung’s Galaxy Fold phone is set to launch this month. However, there are rumors suggesting the company might be working on a second luxury foldable already. According to a report by Bloomberg, the Korean tech giant is working on a clamshell phone which folds inwards. дальше »
2019-9-3 15:34
CHEAP: A Google Pixel 3 for $499 is a tasty deal… FEED ME
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! If you ask any tech reviewer about top camera phones out there, almost every one of them will mention Google’s Pixel 3. дальше »
2019-9-3 14:18
Video: Could we spot the difference between fake Wish.com AirPods and the real thing? Absolutely
Ah, AirPods. If you’ve been in a city at any point in the past two years you’ll have seen them slammed deep into the ears of, well, everyone. Apple’s earbuds have been so successful they’ve moved beyond being only a music accessory, instead morphing into a fashion statement in themselves. дальше »
2019-9-3 11:48
Meet the college drop-out educating Pakistan’s poorest with a smartphone app
I’m sat with Haroon Yasin in the swanky cocktail lounge of Salt Lake City’s Grand America Hotel. A few hours ago, he got off stage at the prestigious Pluralsight Live conference. In his hand is a smartphone. дальше »
2019-9-2 14:40
CHEAP: 30% off a cornucopia of CBD products? For you? Damn straight, bud
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! If you’ve been in a health food store recently — or just follow any wellness social media accounts — you’ll have come across CBD. дальше »
2019-9-2 13:58
All the leaked iPhone 11 specs we’ve seen so far
We’re less than 10 days away from Apple’s next iPhone reveal, but over the weekend, all three phones’ specs were leaked. Chiese tech news outlet MyDrivers got hold of the spec sheet including prices and names. дальше »
2019-9-2 09:16
CHEAP: Bring CDs back with $200 off Bose’s Wave music system IV
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! CDs have a bad rep. While vinyl and even cassettes have gone through a bit of a revival, very few people give a single, solitary fuck about CDs. дальше »
2019-9-1 15:01
CHEAP: A Sonos PLAY:1 speaker AND a charging stand for $179? Hnnngg
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Sorry? What did you say? You use wires to listen to music? Oh my god, I hope you’re okay. While it’s certainly fine to plug your bits of hardware into each other to play tunes — this is a judgement-free(ish) zone — it’s much better to not bother with that. дальше »
2019-8-31 15:01
CHEAP: Fat burning festival commence! Get the Xiaomi AMAZEFIT watch for $63
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! I used to often avoid any activity because of lack of motivation. However, smartwatches helped me gamify that process, and now I genuinely look forward to completing my daily step goal. дальше »
2019-8-30 14:43
Apple will allow basic iPhone repairs from third-party shops
After critics called out Apple on its restrictive hardware repair policies, Apple announced yesterday it’ll allow repairs from third-party repair shops, and sell them parts for aftermarket service. дальше »
2019-8-30 09:01
Review: The $1,299 RadRunner is part cargo e-bike, part moped, and all fun
“Life is about the journey, not the destination. ” So said someone who clearly never tried to get around Manhattan during rush hour. There are myriad ways to navigate this city, but they’re rarely enjoyable. дальше »
2019-8-30 22:06
Apple will reveal the iPhone 11 on September 10
Just as expected, Apple has announced its next big event will happen on September 10 in Cupertino. It will almost certainly announce new iPhones. The invite gives little in the way of clues, featuring a stylized Apple logo and a cheeky ‘by innovation only’ tagline. дальше »
2019-8-29 19:31
Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 will reportedly go on sale for $3,500 next month
In an extremely short report, Returns noted that Microsoft is going to put its mixed reality headset, HoloLens 2, on sale next month. The report stated Microsoft‘s VP, Harry Shum, made the announcement at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. дальше »
2019-8-29 16:40
Xiaomi launches its Redmi Note 8 Pro with a whopping 64-megapixel camera
Xiaomi’s Redmi Note series is perhaps its most successful and celebrated phone range. Today, the company launched its latest the Redmi Note 8 Pro in China with a 64-megapixel primary sensor in a quad-camera set up on the rear of the phone. дальше »
2019-8-29 10:51
Huawei might launch the Mate 30 without Play Store and Google apps
Despite President Trump’s approval to allow Huawei to resume trade with US companies and extend its temporary license, the company’s troubles are not over. According to a report by Reuters, the Chinese manufacturer’s upcoming flagships – the Mate 30 and the Mate 30 Pro – will be released without official Google apps on board. дальше »
2019-8-29 10:15
Apple is reportedly opening its own online store in India soon
Apple might finally be able to sell iPhones directly to customers in India from its own online store. . Yesterday, the government said it’s relaxing local sourcing norms for foreign direct investment (FDI) for single-brand retail, opening the door for Apple store like outlets. дальше »
2019-8-29 09:03
CHEAP: Pssst, hey kids. Get 30% off this Xbox One controller and PC adaptor on Amazon UK
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Games controllers are rarely cheap. Ditto when they come with added accessories he controller is like. That said, I will say this is an excellent deal, and one worth… This story continues at The Next WebOr just read more coverage about: Xbox,Xbox One,Amazon дальше »
2019-8-29 08:30
Cambridge Audio’s Alva TT is the fancypants Bluetooth turntable I didn’t know I wanted
To high-end audio enthusiast, the idea of a Bluetooth turntable seems almost oxymoronic. Part of the core appeal of a turntable is that it’s pretty much the only way to listen to music through a completely analog signal chain (ignoring the fact most modern pressings are mixed digitally). дальше »
2019-8-29 21:39
CHEAP: Click! Snap! Develop! There’s $450 off the Canon EOS 7D Mark II kit
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Some DSLRs are good at taking still photos, while some excel at video capturing. But if you need both of them, don’t look beyond the Canon EOS 7D Mark II. дальше »
2019-8-28 14:58
Canon unveils its 32-megapixel 90D DSLR and mirrorless M6 Mark II cameras
Canon just announced two new cameras with 32. 5-megapixel crop sensors: the 90D and the M6 Mark II. Both snappers share the same features with differences in design. While the 90D carries on with Canon’s familiar D-series body design, the M6 Mark II has a mirrorless body with a 3-inch touch screen and no opticalviewfinder. дальше »
2019-8-28 08:55
The OnePlus 7 Pro 5G finally lands in the US via Sprint
OnePlus first released a 5G variant of the fantastic OnePlus 7 Pro months ago, but it was only available in the UK. Now the device, one of the first 5G phones at all, has arrived on Sprint. The device is available today in a handful of Sprint stores and will be available online tomorrow, August 28. дальше »
2019-8-28 22:13
Microsoft to announce new Surface devices on October 2
It’s that time of year again: Microsoft has new Surface devices to announce. The company today sent out invites for its next big event, taking place in New York on October 2. An image of a Windows logo being etched onto metal makes it pretty clear the company is planning to announce new Surface hardware – perhaps even that mythical dual-screen Surface. дальше »
2019-8-28 21:29
What the hell does the wide-angle lens on your phone do?
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Remember when phones had a single camera on them? Normally on the device’s rear? Now, concentrate, and try to conjure a mental picture of them… … THEN THROW THAT IMAGE IN THE TRASH, WE’RE IN MULTI-CAMERA WORLD NOW, BUSTER. дальше »
2019-8-27 16:27
Minaal’s Daily backpack is an excellent (but expensive) carryall for gadget lovers
I love me a handsome backpack, but I appreciate a versatile one even more. That’s why I was keen to try the Daily – from a Kickstarter darling called Minaal that was founded by a couple of gents from New Zealand – even though it’s been around for a couple of years now. дальше »
2019-8-27 15:30
CHEAP: Bass? You can’t handle the bass (AKA Sony’s WH-XB700 Bluetooth headphones are $78)
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Sometimes you just need some bass. Some extra bass. Some powerful, extra bass. And, if that’s what you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place. дальше »
2019-8-27 14:46
Google’s Nest Hub is the perfect smart screen for my kitchen
When Google was briefing a bunch of journalists including me about the Nest Hub at its India launch last week, it described how the smart screen could be useful in various parts of your home. But in my mind, it was clear where this would go – my kitchen. дальше »
2019-8-27 11:50
How China’s Baidu outsold Google in the smart speaker market
Yesterday, market research firm Canalys published a report stating Chinese search giant Baidu has surpassed Google in terms of smart speaker distribution worldwide – which means a company whose products you may never have seen outside China is outselling the big G. дальше »
2019-8-27 10:34
CHEAP: Begone, darkness — these Philips Hue lightbulbs are only $10 each
Welcome to CHEAP, our series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! If you told me a decade ago that I’d be enthusiastically writing something praising lightbulbs, I would’ve probably shaken my head in disgust at my future self. дальше »
2019-8-26 13:50
OnePlus will spend $138M on its new software R&D center in India over 3 years
Today, OnePlus inaugurated its first Research & Development center in India. The center, located in the southern city of Hyderabad, will initially focus on software features and cover areas such as AI, 5G, and IoT along the way. дальше »