https://www.scmp.com/rss/325729/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Samsung’s wide-ranging consumer product portfolio expanded this January with the introduction of the company’s first portable projector. Despite its clunky name, Samsung The Freestyle – with “The” as an official part of the name – is ultra-portable and packed with smart features. It’s not cheap at US$899,, but its ease of use and intuitive software should satisfy those looking for an on-the-go movie machine. Design and hardware The Freestyle aims to break the mould of traditional projectors, as... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3174219/samsung-freestyle-review-portable-projector-has-smart-features?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3174219/samsung-freestyle-review-portable-projector-has-smart-features?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Apr 2022 03:15:16 +0000 Whether it’s accessories, jewellery, travel gear or even electronics you’re looking for this spring and summer, you can pretty much guarantee that Hermès has got you covered. The venerable Parisian maison is well known for its range of glamorous objects that allow fans to inject a drop of Hermès elegance into every aspect of their lives – witness the recent release of sunny tableware – but this season it’s really excelled, with a collection of 144 new items for spring/summer 2022 that covers all... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3170994/style-edit-hermes-launches-collection-144-accessories-spring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3170994/style-edit-hermes-launches-collection-144-accessories-spring?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 21 Mar 2022 02:00:18 +0000 Motorola’s new Edge 30 Pro is the company’s big phone for 2022 and it’s a power player. The top chip Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, made by Qualcomm, is the best the Android family can offer right now. Hardware and design In terms of hardware specs, Motorola’s device is in solidly the top league, able to hold its own against the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S22. With 12 GB of RAM, the Edge 30 Pro won’t let you down when it comes to performance and you won’t need to worry about jittery apps or slow load... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3170819/motorola-edge-30-pro-smartphone-review-12-gb-ram-67-inch-oled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3170819/motorola-edge-30-pro-smartphone-review-12-gb-ram-67-inch-oled?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 19 Mar 2022 03:15:14 +0000 Samsung is widely credited for starting the trend of large-screen phones a decade ago. Now it’s attempting to do the same with tablets. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, which goes on sale in the United States on February 25 and in Hong Kong on March 4, packs a 14.6-inch screen, making it the largest tablet ever released. In fact, it has a larger screen than most laptops today. Design and hardware Other than its unusually large size – 326.4mm wide and 208.6mm high – the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra resembles most... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3168079/samsung-galaxy-tab-s8-ultra-review-146-inch-120hz-display?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3168079/samsung-galaxy-tab-s8-ultra-review-146-inch-120hz-display?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:15:16 +0000 For a decade, Samsung’s mobile division launched two major smartphones a year: the casual, all-rounder Galaxy S series in spring, and the business-driven, stylus-included Galaxy Note series in summer. This strategy stopped in 2021 when Samsung did not release a Note device, instead giving its summer release slot to the company’s foldable Z series. Many assumed we had seen the last of the Galaxy Note. Wednesday’s announcement of the Galaxy S22 series showed that isn’t quite the case: the S22... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3166386/samsung-galaxy-s22-ultra-first-look-s-pen-best-zoom-lens-better?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3166386/samsung-galaxy-s22-ultra-first-look-s-pen-best-zoom-lens-better?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:00:24 +0000 NFTs, e-learning, mRNA vaccines … 2021 popularised a bunch of innovations that sound like something straight out of a sci-fi film. But nothing says “we’re living in the future” like some form of flying personal transport – in this case a hoverbike. Hovering cars, bikes and boards are not new. Many minds were blown when Marty McFly commandeered a hoverboard in the film Back to the Future II – released in 1989. In the real world, the Dubai Police announced in 2017 they were going to adopt... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3165815/back-future-heres-4-hoverbikes-you-can-actually-fly-2022?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3165815/back-future-heres-4-hoverbikes-you-can-actually-fly-2022?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:00:25 +0000 Sustainability has never been more important as the globe teeters on the edge of a climate crisis. As individuals we can play our part to reduce waste – and the carbon footprint of our purchases – by choosing gadgets that are either repairable or that will continue to function well for years. 1. Panasonic Eneloop rechargeable batteries Have you ever thought about the number of depleted dry-cell batteries the typical household discards every month? To reduce waste, consider switching to Eneloop... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3163772/10-sustainable-gadgets-reduce-waste-and-help-fight-climate-change?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3163772/10-sustainable-gadgets-reduce-waste-and-help-fight-climate-change?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Jan 2022 23:15:17 +0000 What: LG DVLED Extreme Home Cinema Wall-sized Display How much: HK$13.2 million (US$1.7 million) Why: Straight off the bat, we can say that LG’s new DVLED Extreme Home Cinema Displays aren’t for your average homeowner. Designed specifically for high-end residential installations, the new 325-inch screen was released in September, and marks LG Electronics’ first foray into the super-luxury residential display segment. Milan Design Week: 2022 will be the year of playful, colourful furniture Take a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3156676/would-you-drop-us500000-325-inch-8k-tv-lg-launches-its?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3156676/would-you-drop-us500000-325-inch-8k-tv-lg-launches-its?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Nov 2021 19:00:26 +0000 In today’s digital age, more and more high fashion brands, such as Hermès, Loewe and Balenciaga are incorporating technology into their products, showing that it’s possible to embrace modern gadgets – and look good while doing it. From Leica’s minimalistic camera holster to Vetements’ flash drive chain, here are STYLE’s picks for chic new tech accessories. Bright ideas: 4 chandeliers and lamps to glam up your home this winter Leica For those who love snapping pics on the go, the Q2 Holster is a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3156392/5-stylish-new-tech-accessories-autumn-hermes-apple-watch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3156392/5-stylish-new-tech-accessories-autumn-hermes-apple-watch?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:01:58 +0000 If you are looking for an inexpensive recreational drone that is super easy to pilot, has more flight time and can take great-quality photos and videos, look no further than the DJI Mavic Mini 2. This second-generation model can fly for 30 minutes at a distance of up to six miles (9.6km) from the pilot. The drone transmits live high-definition video and captures 4K video. If the pilot and drone lose contact, the drone returns to where it took off. All of this is contained in a body that folds... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3154944/dji-mavic-mini-2-review-upgraded-mini-drone-faster-and-lighter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3154944/dji-mavic-mini-2-review-upgraded-mini-drone-faster-and-lighter?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Nov 2021 11:45:08 +0000 For years, Google’s Pixel phones have been known for their ability to turn a simple smartphone camera into one of the best with the help of good software. And yet these phones have struggled to sell as well as rivals from Apple and Samsung. The Pixel 6 could well change that. Design and hardware Even Pixel fans might have trouble recognising the latest smartphone generation of Google phones. The new Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are, like previous phones, eye-catchers with soft pastel colour, but the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3154428/google-pixel-6-and-6-pro-review-rivals-apple-iphone-samsung?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3154428/google-pixel-6-and-6-pro-review-rivals-apple-iphone-samsung?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 Nov 2021 07:15:19 +0000 Apple’s newest smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 7, hit stores on October 15 with a larger display and a pair of exclusive new watch faces to choose from. The iPhone maker and tech giant unveiled the latest watch last month along with the iPhone 13 – and has been shipping units to customers who could place pre-orders as of October. 8. The Series 7 starts at US$399 for the 41mm-sized model and US$429 for the 45mm model. The displays on Apple’s newest watches have 20 per cent more screen area and... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3152325/apple-watch-series-7-review-20-cent-more-screen-area-40-cent?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3152325/apple-watch-series-7-review-20-cent-more-screen-area-40-cent?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Oct 2021 18:30:27 +0000 A lot of people spend most of their spare time in digital worlds, and studies show that increased during the Covid-19 pandemic. Some find it hard to tear themselves away from gaming, streaming, social media or chatting. But when can you say someone’s addicted to digital devices, media or platforms, how does someone become an addict? “It’s really serious if you neglect other areas of your life, such as your friends, family, hobbies, and at some point personal hygiene too,” says Martina Haas, a... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3152153/how-tell-if-youre-digital-addict-why-your-addiction-could-be?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3152153/how-tell-if-youre-digital-addict-why-your-addiction-could-be?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Oct 2021 13:15:15 +0000 With the launch of Windows 11 approaching, Microsoft is rolling out a new line of Surface devices, including a foldable mobile device, new tablets and a fresh laptop. Microsoft just revealed several gadgets that will run Windows 11, the latest operating system for PCs arriving on October 5. “Each new version of Windows unlocks the next generation of hardware innovation,” said Pete Kyriacou, vice-president of Microsoft Devices, in a blog post Wednesday. “And for the last decade, Surface has been... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3149837/microsoft-surface-laptop-studio-pro-8-pro-x-go-3-and-duo-2-what?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3149837/microsoft-surface-laptop-studio-pro-8-pro-x-go-3-and-duo-2-what?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Sep 2021 07:15:17 +0000 In recent years, Motorola has been a clear winner in terms of the price-performance ratio of its smartphones. Its new mid-range Edge 20 models fall into three price categories. The top-end model is even impressive enough to tempt Samsung fans. Motorola has also managed in the past to bring technological innovations such as 5G mobile communications to the market for less money than Samsung, Huawei or Apple. Design and hardware If you like large displays, you’ll love all three models. At 6.7... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3149114/motorola-edge-20-smartphones-review-144hz-refresh-rate-5x-zoom?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3149114/motorola-edge-20-smartphones-review-144hz-refresh-rate-5x-zoom?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 18 Sep 2021 03:15:14 +0000 Who said gadgets couldn’t be fashionable? BTS’ Jin, known for his love of fashion brand Thom Browne, is at the forefront of setting the trend for fashion tech items, and Thom Browne’s Samsung’s Z Flip 3 is just the latest item he and his group mates have thrown their weight behind. Here are four more stylish gadgets you should snap up this autumn if you’re planning to up your gadget game. Toys for big boys: this month’s hottest hi-tech luxury launches Samsung x Thom Browne Detailed with Thom... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3148255/5-fashion-tech-gadgets-buy-now-bts-member-jins?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3148255/5-fashion-tech-gadgets-buy-now-bts-member-jins?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:00:20 +0000 In just six years, Devialet has literally come from nowhere to become one of the most coveted hi-fi speaker marquees in the market, going head-to-head with Bang & Olufsen with its crisp sounds and revolutionary design. Fans of its products include A-list music artists like power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé, Will.i.am, and business mogul Elon Musk. So the news that the French brand was finally releasing its first earbuds gave rise to much anticipation. Interestingly enough, the Devialet Gemini made... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3147330/devialet-gemini-earbuds-are-finally-here-after-delays?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3147330/devialet-gemini-earbuds-are-finally-here-after-delays?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Sep 2021 02:00:30 +0000 If you want a really well-equipped Android smartphone these days, you often need big hands and big pockets. But what about those of us who want a phone we can use with one hand? Enter the Zenfone 8 from Asus, a flagship smartphone kept deliberately compact. Design and hardware The spec sheet lists a rather small footprint of 148mm by 68.5mm by 8.9mm. For comparison: Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra measures 165.1mm by 75.6mm by 8.9mm, while the iPhone 12 Pro Max measures 160.8mm by 78.1mm by... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3144324/asus-zenfone-8-review-new-flagship-phones-compact-body-packed?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3144324/asus-zenfone-8-review-new-flagship-phones-compact-body-packed?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Aug 2021 06:45:04 +0000 If you are heading to the beach or the pool to stay cool in the blistering heat, we’ve rounded up some gadgets you can take along for your summer outings. 1. Sonos Roam The Sonos Roam is a portable smart speaker that pairs the sound and user experience of Sonos with a lightweight ergonomic design. Support for both Wi-fi and Bluetooth means it is equally at home with the rest of your multiroom Sonos set-up or tied to your backpack as you head out. For the latter, the Roam is not only waterproof... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3143666/seven-gadgets-beach-or-pool-summer-smartwatch-portable-air?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3143666/seven-gadgets-beach-or-pool-summer-smartwatch-portable-air?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:45:17 +0000 It feels like emojis have always been part of our communications – but it’s actually only been a decade. And first, there were emoticons. Emojis are not emoticons, neither in form nor etymology. The emoticon is a representation of a facial expression formed by a short sequence of keyboard characters, usually viewed sideways, conveying the sender’s feelings or intended tone in computer-mediated communication. Its genesis is widely attributed to American computer scientist Scott Fahlman who, in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/3141439/world-emoji-day-where-word-emoji-comes-and-first-place-they?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/3141439/world-emoji-day-where-word-emoji-comes-and-first-place-they?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:15:20 +0000 As new variants of the coronavirus fuel the ongoing pandemic, work locations can switch from the office to home at the drop of a hat. With this world of hybrid work becoming the new normal, we look at some versatile gadgets to make our lives easier at home, in the office and on the road. At home Roborock S7 Robot Vacuum The latest iteration from popular robot vacuum brand Roborock, the S7 comes with a sonic mop to level up your cleaning – vital now that you are home more than ever. Fed by a... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3139393/9-new-home-office-and-travel-gadgets-your-post-pandemic-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3139393/9-new-home-office-and-travel-gadgets-your-post-pandemic-life?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:15:09 +0000 Xiaomi has a reputation in Asia as a maker of above-average phones that, while not quite at the level of the top phones put out by Samsung, Huawei and Apple, are sold at much lower prices, which made them arguably the better buy. But the Beijing-based tech giant has been aiming higher over the past two years, and the Mi 11 Ultra is its most convincing foray into the premium tier of flagships yet.  Design and hardware The first thing anyone will notice about the Mi 11 Ultra is its gigantic camera... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3128907/xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-review-best-smartphone-right-now-over-samsung?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3128907/xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-review-best-smartphone-right-now-over-samsung?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Apr 2021 21:15:09 +0000 Home is where the art is. And these artistic products not only elevate your home’s aesthetics, but maximise your quality time with family or loved ones.  A teapot from Versace’s Jungle Animalier collection brightens up your table and makes you feel as if you’re having tea inside the Versace family’s iconic photographic book from 1993. Meanwhile, Gucci’s cup set, Dolce & Gabbana’s toaster from the brand’s collaboration with Smeg, Devialet’s speaker and Dyson’s Supersonic hair dryer are all great... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3127972/song-hye-kyo-loves-dysons-supersonic-hair-dryer-while?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3127972/song-hye-kyo-loves-dysons-supersonic-hair-dryer-while?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 04 Apr 2021 01:00:20 +0000 Microsoft and Discord hold a great deal of sway with video game fans. As they now hold talks for a potential US$10 billion acquisition, a deal would join two companies in pursuit of audiences far beyond gamers. Jason Citron and Stan Vishnevskiy, programmers and entrepreneurs, founded San Francisco-based Discord in 2015 as a platform for people to chat while playing video games together. The free service offers voice, video and text as well as gamer-friendly features including the ability for... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3126868/why-microsoft-wants-buy-video-game-chat-app-discord-place?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3126868/why-microsoft-wants-buy-video-game-chat-app-discord-place?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:15:07 +0000 Google’s next internet-connected home device will test whether consumers trust the company enough to let it snoop on their sleep. New sleep-sensing technology will be a key feature of Google’s latest version of its Nest Hub, a 7-inch smart screen, which was recently unveiled. Like the previous version, the US$100 Nest Hub can display pictures and video in addition to fielding questions and handling household tasks through Google’s voice-activated assistant. It also doesn’t feature a camera. But... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3126144/google-uses-sleep-tracking-technology-updated-nest-hub-smart-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3126144/google-uses-sleep-tracking-technology-updated-nest-hub-smart-home?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:45:07 +0000 What: Golden Rock Sony PlayStation 5 How much: Estimated HK$11.63-15.5 million (US$1.5-2 million) Why: For any bitter gamer out there who didn’t get the Sony PlayStation 5 for Christmas, perhaps a little patience pays off. For the Lunar New Year, the Russian luxury brand Caviar debuted an all-bells-and-whistles gold-clad version of Sony’s latest and greatest games console. At a minimum expected price of HK$11.63 million, the new PS5 can be transformed into a geometric gold objet d’art that... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125676/blinged-out-sony-playstation-5-really-worth-us2-million?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125676/blinged-out-sony-playstation-5-really-worth-us2-million?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:00:19 +0000 Samsung raised eyebrows in the tech scene earlier this year by cutting the microSD card slot from its new Galaxy S21 Ultra flagship smartphone. While many smartphone users collectively shrugged, others were outraged. After all, the option to plug in an external SD (secure digital) is a vital feature for those who like taking lots of photos and downloading films. But do you really need an external SD card in the days of the cloud and growing internal storage? Companies like Samsung and... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3124011/apple-and-samsung-dont-think-phones-need-microsd-cards-external?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3124011/apple-and-samsung-dont-think-phones-need-microsd-cards-external?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Mar 2021 12:15:09 +0000 Here’s the disclaimer: I’m an iPhone and iOS person and have been for many years. Having said that, I usually keep a second phone which is more often than not an Android, because the flagship Androids tend to have slightly better cameras in my experience. But so far, the overall Android experience has never been strong enough for me to turn my back on Apple altogether. Having spent two weeks with Samsung’s newest flagship, the Galaxy S21 Ultra, my opinion on the camera still stands. Samsung... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3122912/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-better-apples-iphone-12-pro?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3122912/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-better-apples-iphone-12-pro?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Feb 2021 06:33:05 +0000 If technology is baffling and you need help in choosing the perfect Christmas gift. We’ve got you covered. Tech reporters from the South China Morning Post have spent all year “playing” with some of the latest, greatest gadgets and gizmos.  Here are their favorites (all prices are for reference only): This Macbook Air has hit a winning nerve with our staunchest PC-loving editor. I have only ever owned two Apple products – a MacBook Pro and iPad Pro – until the new M1 Macbooks were announced.... https://www.scmp.com/tech/last-minute-christmas-gift-guide-tech-lovers/article/3114958?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/last-minute-christmas-gift-guide-tech-lovers/article/3114958?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:02:42 +0000 The Apple HomePod mini is marketed as having Chinese language recognition ability that sets it apart from other smart speakers. The device is said to be able to support Mandarin and Cantonese dialects. So we put the HomePod mini to the test to see if Siri can understand different Chinese accents as well as dialects. https://www.scmp.com/tech/homepod-mini-can-apples-smart-speaker-handle-chinese-accents-and-dialects/article/3109673?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/homepod-mini-can-apples-smart-speaker-handle-chinese-accents-and-dialects/article/3109673?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:40:37 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS For the second time this year, Computex has announced it will postpone its yearly event due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Computex Taipei’s organizers, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taipei Computer Association (TCA), originally rescheduled the conference from June to September with plans for live-streamed product launches. But with many countries still under travel restrictions, the organizing team has given up on 2020 altogether.... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3088787/computex-taipei-postponed-again-time-until-2021?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3088787/computex-taipei-postponed-again-time-until-2021?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Jun 2020 08:02:57 +0000 For the second time this year, Computex has announced it will postpone its yearly event due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Computex Taipei’s organizers, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taipei Computer Association (TCA), originally rescheduled the conference from June to September with plans for live-streamed product launches. But with many countries still under travel restrictions, the organizing team has given up on 2020 altogether. Computex will focus on next year’s event,... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/computex-taipei-postponed-again-time-until-2021/article/3088730?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/computex-taipei-postponed-again-time-until-2021/article/3088730?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Jun 2020 08:02:55 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Huawei has a new smart TV, and the company has high hopes for it. The company unveiled the Smart Screen X65 on Wednesday with a price of 24,999 yuan (U$3,540). Huawei’s head of IoT products Jerry Zhi first introduced the new TV on microblogging platform Weibo back in March by saying it would be Huawei’s most expensive consumer product. He added that it will become another central product for the company after smartphones. Huawei has been working to... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3079227/huaweis-new-4k-tv-has-pop-camera?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3079227/huaweis-new-4k-tv-has-pop-camera?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Apr 2020 09:12:23 +0000 Huawei has a new smart TV, and the company has high hopes for it. The company unveiled the Smart Screen X65 on Wednesday with a price of 24,999 yuan (U$3,540). Huawei’s head of IoT products Jerry Zhi first introduced the new TV on microblogging platform Weibo back in March by saying it would be Huawei’s most expensive consumer product. He added that it will become another central product for the company after smartphones. Huawei has been working to convince everyone that this is no ordinary TV.... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/huaweis-new-4k-tv-has-pop-camera/article/3079142?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/huaweis-new-4k-tv-has-pop-camera/article/3079142?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Apr 2020 09:12:21 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Just a couple weeks after unveiling its new P40 smartphones, Huawei is preparing another product event for April 8. This time Huawei will show off its newest Matebook and likely a new Smart Screen TV. The new Matebook X Pro 2020 was first introduced internationally in February. Similar to previous iterations of the laptop, it has a touchscreen with minimal bezels and a pop-up webcam built into the keyboard. Although not much has changed since last year,... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3078612/huaweis-matebook-x-event-april-8-might-also-have-new-smart-tv?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3078612/huaweis-matebook-x-event-april-8-might-also-have-new-smart-tv?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:25:23 +0000 Just a couple weeks after unveiling its new P40 smartphones, Huawei is preparing another product event for April 8. This time Huawei will show off its newest Matebook and likely a new Smart Screen TV. The new Matebook X Pro 2020 was first introduced internationally in February. Similar to previous iterations of the laptop, it has a touchscreen with minimal bezels and a pop-up webcam built into the keyboard. Although not much has changed since last year, the new Matebook features Intel’s 10th Gen... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/huaweis-matebook-x-event-april-8-might-also-have-new-smart-tv/article/3078559?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/huaweis-matebook-x-event-april-8-might-also-have-new-smart-tv/article/3078559?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:25:22 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Apple unveiled the new iPad Pro and MacBook Air two weeks ago, but most fans still can’t try them out in stores. Since March 13, the Californian giant has shuttered all of its retail outlets except in Greater China, along with Samsung and Microsoft, which also closed their US stores. Trying to find a good laptop to buy now that everyone in the family is staying home? Or wondering how Apple’s updated keyboard feels? All of sudden, it’s no longer an... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3078410/will-gadget-shopping-ever-be-same-again-after-pandemic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3078410/will-gadget-shopping-ever-be-same-again-after-pandemic?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:00:17 +0000 Apple unveiled the new iPad Pro and MacBook Air two weeks ago, but most fans still can’t try them out in stores. Since March 13, the Californian giant has shuttered all of its retail outlets except in Greater China, along with Samsung and Microsoft, which also closed their US stores. Trying to find a good laptop to buy now that everyone in the family is staying home? Or wondering how Apple’s updated keyboard feels? All of sudden, it’s no longer an option to go on a shopping trip to see and touch... https://www.scmp.com/tech/will-gadget-shopping-ever-be-same-again-after-pandemic/article/3078320?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/will-gadget-shopping-ever-be-same-again-after-pandemic/article/3078320?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:00:15 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS A community in Beijing is resorting to smart doorbells similar to Amazon’s Ring to make sure people are abiding by strict self-isolation rules during the Covid-19 pandemic. The community in the city's Shijingshan district now alerts workers and sends a short video recording over an app whenever someone rings one of the doorbells, opens the door or walks past the door’s threshold. The community first received the doorbell as a donation from smartphone... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3077964/ring-smart-doorbell-monitors-people-covid-19-isolation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3077964/ring-smart-doorbell-monitors-people-covid-19-isolation?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2020 09:44:06 +0000 A community in Beijing is resorting to smart doorbells similar to Amazon’s Ring to make sure people are abiding by strict self-isolation rules during the Covid-19 pandemic. The community in the city's Shijingshan district now alerts workers and sends a short video recording over an app whenever someone rings one of the doorbells, opens the door or walks past the door’s threshold. The community first received the doorbell as a donation from smartphone maker Xiaomi before buying more, the... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/ring-smart-doorbell-monitors-people-covid-19-isolation/article/3077920?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/ring-smart-doorbell-monitors-people-covid-19-isolation/article/3077920?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2020 09:44:04 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Some four months after it debuted in China, Huawei’s latest smart speaker is slated to roll out globally in the coming months. It’s packed with most of the same goodies except for one key feature you’d expect from a smart speaker: A voice assistant. Just like the Chinese version, the Sound X comes with fancy push-push woofers and Speaker Active Matching (SAM) tech from French audio tech company Devialet -- known for its $2,000 Phantom speaker. The dual... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3077274/huawei-launch-sound-x-smart-speaker-globally-you-cant-talk-it?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3077274/huawei-launch-sound-x-smart-speaker-globally-you-cant-talk-it?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:02:39 +0000 Some four months after it debuted in China, Huawei’s latest smart speaker is slated to roll out globally in the coming months. It’s packed with most of the same goodies except for one key feature you’d expect from a smart speaker: A voice assistant. Just like the Chinese version, the Sound X comes with fancy push-push woofers and Speaker Active Matching (SAM) tech from French audio tech company Devialet -- known for its $2,000 Phantom speaker. The dual woofers minimize sound distortion caused by... https://www.scmp.com/tech/huawei-launch-sound-x-smart-speaker-globally-you-cant-talk-it/article/3077222?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/huawei-launch-sound-x-smart-speaker-globally-you-cant-talk-it/article/3077222?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:02:38 +0000 In China, Huaqiangbei is where you go to buy cheap gadgets. Widely considered the world’s biggest electronics market, the district located in the southern city of Shenzhen has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Now an Alibaba platform wants to help.  Xianyu, an online trading platform for used goods, says it’s removing a year of commission fees for Huaqiangbei vendors who want to take their business online. An expert will inspect second-hand phones on-site and assign each a quality... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/alibaba-wants-bring-chinas-second-hand-phone-hawkers-online/article/3075105?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/alibaba-wants-bring-chinas-second-hand-phone-hawkers-online/article/3075105?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:15:45 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Smart TV owners in China are tired of televisions that spam them with ads from the moment they start up. Local consumer rights groups are now pushing back, claiming the ads infringe on users’ rights. One group published a draft on Tuesday for regulating smart TV advertising that covers ads displayed during start-up. The Jiangsu Consumer Council’s proposal stipulates that users should be able to turn off TV ads and that the duration of ads should not... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3074976/chinese-smart-tvs-face-pushback-over-ads?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3074976/chinese-smart-tvs-face-pushback-over-ads?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:56:40 +0000 Smart TV owners in China are tired of televisions that spam them with ads from the moment they start up. Local consumer rights groups are now pushing back, claiming the ads infringe on users’ rights. One group published a draft on Tuesday for regulating smart TV advertising that covers ads displayed during start-up. The Jiangsu Consumer Council’s proposal stipulates that users should be able to turn off TV ads and that the duration ads should not exceed 30 seconds, local media reported. Ads on... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/chinese-smart-tvs-face-pushback-over-ads/article/3074944?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/chinese-smart-tvs-face-pushback-over-ads/article/3074944?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:56:39 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS If anything makes people more conscious about their health, a deadly epidemic could be it. Wearable makers are forecast to ship 30% more gadgets this year as a result of the coronavirus, according to research firm IDC. Wearables were already becoming more popular as prices declined. Xiaomi-backed Huami, for instance, sold as many fitness bands in the first nine months of 2019 as it did in all of 2018. But analysts say they now expect even more consumers... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3052507/coronavirus-might-convert-more-people-smart-wearables?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3052507/coronavirus-might-convert-more-people-smart-wearables?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:11:17 +0000 If anything makes people more conscious about their health, a deadly epidemic could be it. Wearable makers are forecast to ship 30% more gadgets this year as a result of the coronavirus, according to research firm IDC. Wearables were already becoming more popular as prices declined. Xiaomi-backed Huami, for instance, sold as many fitness bands in the first nine months of 2019 as it did in all of 2018. But analysts say they now expect even more consumers to buy smartwatches and fitness bands.... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/coronavirus-might-convert-more-people-smart-wearables/article/3052477?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/coronavirus-might-convert-more-people-smart-wearables/article/3052477?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:11:16 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Under normal circumstances, doing well in school involves showing up to class and handing in assignments on time. Now the coronavirus outbreak has introduced a brand new challenge to completing these simple tasks: Getting ahold of computers and printers. “Begging for my online classes to delay a little longer!” one person posted on Weibo. “My iPad hasn’t shipped yet.” “I bought an iPad a week ago to take online classes,” another wrote. “Online classes... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3052137/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3052137/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:21:44 +0000 Under normal circumstances, doing well in school involves showing up to class and handing in assignments on time. Now the coronavirus outbreak has introduced a brand new challenge to completing these simple tasks: Getting ahold of computers and printers. “Begging for my online classes to delay a little longer!” one person posted on Weibo. “My iPad hasn’t shipped yet.” “I bought an iPad a week ago to take online classes,” another wrote. “Online classes are starting tomorrow, but my iPad still... https://www.scmp.com/culture/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents-cope-coronavirus-epidemic/article/3052106?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents-cope-coronavirus-epidemic/article/3052106?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:21:43 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS The company known for making iPhones is ready to bring people back to work as the coronavirus outbreak continues to take a toll on the Chinese economy. To help sweeten the deal, Foxconn is offering bonuses, dedicated shuttles and a motivational speech by a local official. Foxconn is the world's largest contract electronics maker, best known for pumping out gadgets for companies like Apple, Amazon, Google, Nintendo and many others. Since the spread of... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3051684/foxconn-slowly-brings-workers-back-factories-churn-out-iphones-again?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3051684/foxconn-slowly-brings-workers-back-factories-churn-out-iphones-again?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Feb 2020 21:00:19 +0000