The Korean consumer electronics specialist has presented its new TV series G1 OLED evo. The G1-evo models should be in 55, 65 and 65 inches and also with 83 inches diagonal to be available. The diagonal extension went up – the – inch diagonal flew on the new evo TVs apparently out.
For this, the organic screens of the Gallery series from 2021 should be brighter shine, which should refer to both the peak luminance for HDR and the overall brightness of the OLED. Sony also promises higher luminance levels for its new OLED models and stated that the organic panels were additionally coated with a metal film on the back. Since LG is the only manufacturer of large OLED modules for TVs, this should also apply to LG’s OLED TVs.
LG optionally offers an elegant stand for its OLED TVs.
(Image: LG)
LG’s G1 models can be attached very close to the wall with a special bracket, the connection cables were routed downwards in grooves in the TV back. We do not yet know whether the wall bracket is optional or whether it is included with the models in addition to the usual feet. There is also an optional high stand with which the TV can be placed anywhere in the room.
Redesign for WebOS and remote control LG has revised its WebOS interface, the WebOS version 6.0 doesn’t seem so playful anymore. As with the new TVs from Samsung and the Bravia TVs from Sony, there is now a bar with recommended content, which is populated based on the series and films watched so far. The streaming platform Twitch is now directly available as a TV app.
Annoying: The bars for recommendations and app icons seem to occupy the entire screen, when you click on the home Button, the actual picture content is covered.
The new WebOS homescreen looks nice and tidy, but apparently always completely covered the current image content. This creates a lot of space for advertising and should annoy a number of users.
(Image: LG)
The shape of the Magic Remote has also been revised, a trackpoint has been integrated and a microphone button for the AI -supported voice control of the TV and built-in buttons for the Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa There are also buttons for Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney + and LG Channels – the latter is a collection platform for the apps and content used by the user.
The Magic Remote has got a new button design and a recessed grip the bottom.
(Image: LG)
The Magic Remote of the high-end TVs also has a built-in NFC chip: Using the Magic Tab, users should make their smartphone easier and faster can connect to the TV to stream content from and TV content to the smartphone.
Recognize and optimize images LG’s Alpha 9 AI processor in the fourth generation is responsible for scaling and image optimization. It treats the foreground and background of the scenes independently of each other in order to remove interference and also takes faces into account. In addition, the processor recognizes the genre of the content, the lighting conditions in the scenery shown and the ambient light in the room, and uses these parameters to optimize the display quality. The alpha processor should also conjure up virtual 5.1.2 surround sound from the built-in speakers.
8K gaming with 60 Hertz and G-Sync For gaming, the OLED TVs offer switching times of 1 millisecond, LG also promises a low input lag, without giving specific figures. The most important HDMI 2.1 features should be supported on all four HDMI inputs; LG was already a pioneer here.
According to the manufacturer, the new OLEDs are the first TVs to allow gaming in 8K / 60 Hertz with activated G-Sync and RayTracing. In addition, they offer the so-called Game Optimizer in their menu and allow cloud gaming.
In addition, LG’s OLED TVs are G-Sync-compatible, so Nvidia classified them as suitable themselves synchronize with the incoming graphics card signals via G-Sync to the same frame rate. The TVs do not have a built-in G-Sync module, however, which is reserved for a few expensive G-Sync monitors. In addition, the LG models can handle FreeSync, VRR and ALLM.
Ubiquiti, the company I bought networking gear from because I wanted Wi-Fi that’s totally under my control, now tells me something may not have been under my control after all: my basic account information. According to an email it’s sending out to users today, a “third party cloud provider” was accessed by an unauthorized user, and that provider might possibly have some of our data.
While the company says it isn’t hasn’t found any evidence that our user data has been accessed, it also “cannot be certain that user data has not been exposed”. The potential data at risk will be familiar if you’ve received these kinds of emails before: names, emails, phone numbers, addresses, and (encrypted, hopefully unreadable) passwords. You’ll want to change your password now.
It doesn’t sound like that bad a breach as breaches go, but it’s annoying news to hear from a company that prides itself on giving users control. If I had wanted my data on someone else’s server, I might have picked a router that gave me some benefit for it, like plug-and-play setup. The database of customer info, it seems, is hard to get away from.
The full email text, which can also be viewed on the Ubiquiti forums, is below:
We recently became aware of unauthorized access to certain of our information technology systems hosted by a third party cloud provider. We have no indication that there has been unauthorized activity with respect to any user’s account.
We are not currently aware of evidence of access to any databases that host user data, but we cannot be certain that user data has not been exposed. This data may include your name, email address, and the one-way encrypted password to your account (in technical terms, the passwords are hashed and salted). The data may also include your address and phone number if you have provided that to us.
As a precaution, we encourage you to change your password. We recommend that you also change your password on any website where you use the same user ID or password. Finally, we recommend that you enable two-factor authentication on your Ubiquiti accounts if you have not already done so.
We apologize for, and deeply regret, any inconvenience this may cause you. We take the security of your information very seriously and appreciate your continued trust.
LG has released a handful of details about its upcoming 2021 series of OLED televisions at CES 2021. Going through the somewhat vague press release, it seems there would be at least five models of OLED TVs available in 2021, including the Z1, G1, C1, B1, and A1.
Among these, the G1 will feature LG’s next generation OLED panel called OLED evo. LG claims this new panel is capable of higher brightness levels, something OLED has always struggled with. The G1 will be available in 55, 65, and 77-inch sizes.
The C1 will likely be the next popular model in LG’s lineup after the success of 2020’s CX. Like the CX, the C1 starts at 48-inches but goes all the way up to 83-inches for the first time. This won’t feature the OLED evo panel, as that seems to be exclusive to the G1 model.
The Z1 seems to be the 8K model and will be available in 77 and 88-inch sizes. Not much is known about the A1 and B1 models, other than they will be available in at least 55 and 65-inch sizes.
The Z1, G1, and C1 models will also feature LG’s new Alpha9 Gen 4 image signal processor, also found on the company’s QNED99, QNED95, NANO99, and NANO 95 LCD models. The new processor claims to use deep learning algorithms to upscale content and has a feature called AI Picture Pro, which can recognize objects such as faces and bodies as well as the foreground and background in the image. The α9 Gen 4 can also detect content genre and adjust the image accordingly.
The Alpha9 Gen 4 TV models will also feature LG’s new AI Sound Pro that can produce a virtual 5.1.2 surround sound experience through the TV’s built-in speakers and native Dolby Atmos support. You also get auto volume leveling for consistent audio.
The 2021 models will feature the updated webOS 6.0 smart TV platform, with a redesigned home screen, as well as performance and feature improvements. The Magic Remote has also been updated with hotkeys for popular streaming services.
Select models such as the Z1, G1, and C1 will also have four HDMI 2.1 ports that support features such as 4K120 or 8K60, VRR, ALLM, and eARC. The TVs will also support NVIDIA GSYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium with 1ms response time for gaming. A Game Optimizer feature can also apply the best picture quality settings based on type of game being played.
Finally, 55 and 65-inch G1, C1, B1, and A1 models will also support the new Gallery Stand (seen in the image above), which is designed for floor-standing applications.
More details and pricing will be announced closer to launch later in the year.
Apparently we can expect a whole series of new desktop announcements at CES this week, although the manufacturers should continue to focus more on mobile products. According to the latest information, Intel is planning to introduce the next desktop generation, alias Rocket Lake-S, and accordingly there are also new mainboards.
The Gigabyte Z was shown last week 590 Aorus Xtreme with 19 + 1 voltage phases. Now product photos of some boards from ASUS have appeared – including the ROG Maximus XIII Hero, ROG Maximus XIII Glacial and the TUF Gaming Z 590 – Plus WIFI and Prime Z 590 – A. Twitterer @harukaze 2021 put the two ROG mainboards online, Videocardz added the TUF mainboards.
The differences between the ROG Maximus XII Hero and ROG Maximus XIII Hero are (up to on the Z 590 – chipset) not known. ASUS is promoting its previous Z 483 – Mainboards do not explicitly support PCI-Express 4.0, even if they will be technically able to do so if a Rocket Lake S processor is installed. There could be upgrades in the area of network connections (keyword Wi-Fi 6E) and the onboard sound. But as I said, apart from the photos, we have no further information.
The ROG Maximus XIII Glacial offers a pre-assembled water cooler that covers the processor, the power supply and the chipset. The water cooler was created in cooperation with EK Water Blocks. Details about the two ROG mainboards will certainly follow soon.
In addition to the high-end versions of the ROG series, there will also be numerous other models, including from the TUF series . These also include the TUF Gaming Z 516 – Plus WIFI and the Prime Z 590 – A, which can also be seen in the first product images demonstrate. Here, too, the changes to the predecessors are certainly limited to a few details such as the support for PCI Express 4.0 mentioned above and the network and connection options offered. We also expect further details with the official presentation.
Intel’s press conference will take place tonight at 19: 00 o’clock. In addition to Rocket Lake-S, an announcement about Tiger Lake-H is also expected.
Besides the new LGA 1200 – boards apparently the idea of a more accessible Ryzen awaits us -Threadripper Pro platform. ASUS could here the WRX 51 Pro WS Sage SE Wifi introduce and from Gigabyte is the WRX 80 SUB8 IPMI in the starting blocks.
Update: 11. 01. 2021 around 22. 30 Clock
The entire Z 590 – Portfolio officially by ASUS presented and comprises a total of 13 different mainboards. Starting with Prime Z 516 – P, the Prime Z 516 M-Plus and the Prime Z 590 – A Pro continues with the two TUF gaming models Z 590 – Plus and Z 590 -Plus WiFi to the four ROG Strix offshoots: ROG Strix Z 590 – A Gaming WiFi, ROG Strix Z 590 -F Gaming WiFi, ROG Strix Z 516 – I Gaming WiFi and the ROG Strix Z 590 – E Gaming WiFi.
The head of ASUS-Z 590 – PCBs clearly represent the ROG Maximu s-XIII series and consists on the one hand of the ROG Maximus XIII Hero, the ROG Maximus XIII Apex via ambitious overclockers, the ROG Maximus XIII Extreme and the already teased ROG Maximus XIII Extreme Glacial. The latter sets itself apart from the normal Extreme model with a monoblock water cooler.
ASUS has informed us about the RRP and availability of all of the motherboards mentioned and would like our readers this information of course not withheld:
On the occasion of CES 2021 Lenovo introduced the new ThinkPad X 12 Detachable, X1 Carbon and X1 Yoga redesigned with Dolby Voice and new Smart Dock solutions. Here are all the details from the Lenovo conference
by Nino Grasso published 11 January 2021 , at 22: 31 in the Portable channel Lenovo ThinkPad
During CES 2021 Lenovo introduced the thinnest ThinkPad ever. Name: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga . With titanium chassis, the new device of the Chinese giant is often just over 11 mm and has a low consumption display of 13, 5 inches with 3: 2 aspect ratio together compatible with HDR and with support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Along with the thinnest ever Lenovo also launched ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 and X1 Yoga Gen 6 , two laptops redesigned with the format 12: 10, an integrated fingerprint reader on the power button and support for the new ComputerVision Experiences (CVx) feature with human presence sensor for added security and ease of use.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Both X1 Carbon and X1 Yoga are the first laptops in the world to implement Dolby Voice technology, for a more natural videoconferencing experience able to reduce the fatigue of the listening participants by offering a noticeably clearer sound than previous models. The two notebooks also support Dolby Vision and implement Dolby Atmos speakers, adding to the innovative products previously launched by the company: X1 Fold and X1 Nano, presented to the public last September. This completes the 5G-ready ThinkPad X1 family.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6
Lenovo also announced ThinkPad X 12 Detachable , which combines the features of a high performance laptop with the flexibility of a detachable tablet from 12 , 3 inches. Protected by Gorilla Glass, the display supports the Lenovo Precision Pen (to be purchased separately) or the Lenovo Digital Pen, while the keyboard has backlit backlit keys. Smart docks ThinkPad Thunderbolt 4 ) and USB-C Universal . They are based on Microsoft Azure Sphere, and further enhance functionality with the ability to perform remote updates, device management and port status monitoring without interrupting end user productivity and without the need to connect a PC.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9
ThinkPad X1 in pills
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 family consists of several notebook models, all capable of offering a good degree of innovation and with 5G support (optional). Notebooks can connect, if coverage of new generation networks is scarce, even to 4G, and there is also support for fast and versatile Wi-Fi 6. X1 Carbon and X1 Yoga support Dolby Voice, a spatial audio technology that separates voices for more natural rendering, and optimizes speaker and microphone performance with features such as dynamic smoothing and background noise and echo cancellation no matter what software you are using.
Lenovo ThinkPad X 12 Detachable
The new display formats in 16: 10 or 3: 2 offer a greater number of pixels per surface, increasing the ratio of screen and chassis while improving the distribution of content on the display for increased productivity. The latest models of the family notebookk also offer support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. All models in the family (except the X1 Fold) are designed on the Intel Evo 4 platform, and use 11th generation Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics. They integrate ThinkShield and Intel Hardware Shield security solutions (available on Intel vPro platforms only, to provide hardware-level protection.
The latest Lenovo Commercial Vantage update is Also available across the ThinkPad lineup. The new version 1.3 brings with it a new and improved layout and user interface, making it easier for users to control and customize the hardware features in their device and for IT administrators to better manage user experience.
New Lenovo ThinkPad X1 devices, pricing and availability
Lenovo unfortunately is not yet able to provide details on the prices and availability of new products for the Italian market, but has promised that all useful information will be available shortly. Here are the details announced by the company for me USA rcato
ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga will be available from January 2021, starting at $ 1899.
ThinkPad X1 Carbon will be available from February 2021, starting at $ 1429.
ThinkPad X1 Yoga will be available from February 2021, starting at $ 1569.
ThinkPad X 12 Detachable will be available from January 2021, starting at $ 1149.
Pricing and availability of the new ThinkPad Smart Dock solutions will be announced later.
Two of Lenovo’s upcoming laptops will be the first to feature Dolby Voice, an audio technology that’s aimed at making it easier to hear people during conference calls. The feature combines elements like background noise reduction and dynamic leveling to make meetings sound “clearer, more natural, and feel less fatiguing,” Dolby says. Lenovo’s upcoming ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 and X1 Yoga Gen 6 laptops will both include the technology, but Dolby declined to say which other laptops it might come to in the future.
Dolby Voice isn’t exactly a brand-new piece of technology. Dolby has previously used similar underlying tech for its Dolby Conference Phone and Dolby Voice Room, which were both business-focused conferencing solutions. The difference is that now it’ll be available directly in a pair of laptops without needing separate Dolby hardware.
The technology includes a couple of different features that work together with your speakers and microphones to make call audio easier to hear. “Full room pick up and dynamic leveling” adjust a call’s audio to make it easier to hear people who are quieter or farther away from the microphone. Voice also includes noise reduction to eliminate echo and background noise. Finally, Dolby says Voice makes speech easier to hear when there are multiple people talking on the same call thanks to a “voice separation” feature.
The technology works on both incoming and outgoing audio, so you should sound clearer to the people you’re talking with, and you’ll also hear a benefit. Dolby Voice’s features can be controlled via the Dolby Access app.
Your combination of hardware and software will determine which of these features can be used. Dolby says full room pick up, dynamic leveling, and noise reduction all work “out of the box” with the two laptops, regardless of which software is being used. External 3.5mm microphones plugged into a laptop can also benefit from noise suppression and dynamic leveling. However, the requirements for the voice separation feature are a little higher, and the feature will only work when using the laptop’s built-in microphones with select services including Zoom.
Since many people have been staying at home over the past year, there’s been a surge of interest in using software to improve the quality of audio during calls. Some chat services like Discord and Google Meet have built background noise reduction tech directly into their services, while Nvidia’s Broadcast software works across different chat apps, so long as you have the right (Nvidia) hardware.
Dolby Voice could combine the best parts of the two approaches. Its features aren’t necessarily confined to any one chat service, nor does it require a ray tracing-capable graphics card. We should know how well it performs when Lenovo’s two compatible laptops launch in February.
The time has come for another portion of information about the upcoming Lenovo laptops, straight from CES 2021. After the IdeaPad 5 Pro and IdeaPad 5i Pro multimedia notebooks, as well as the Lenovo YOGA Slim 7i Pro ultrabook, it’s time for a business solution from the ThinkPad family. Since the transition of the brand by Lenovo, this series has been occupied by Intel Core processors. It will be no different this year, all flagship ThinkPad laptops will use chips 11 Intel Tiger Lake-U generation. Among the debuting models, however, we can find very interesting devices. Some of the first reports appeared last year. This year’s flagship of the company, the most polished model will be the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium YOGA – as the name suggests, the manufacturer used a titanium housing here.
Another group of laptops presented by Lenovo are business notebooks ThinkPad. Among the new products for 2021 we will get ThinkPad X1 Titanium YOGA, ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen.9, ThinkPad X1 YOGA Gen.6 and ThinkPad X 12 Detachable. All models are CPU-based 11 Intel Tiger Lake generation.
The most important laptop in the series ThinkPad will this year be the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium YOGA model. The equipment uses a titanium housing, thanks to which the notebook is to be much more durable than other devices from a similar business class. The sale will include variants supporting both the 4G network (LTE category 9) and 5G (LTE category 1200 ) or wireless only (WiFi 6). Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium YOGA weighs 1, 15 kg or 1, 18 kg when selecting version with 5G / 4G modem. The equipment is based on Intel Tiger Lake-U processors (with Intel vPro security) with TDP reduced to 12 W. It will therefore not be the most powerful ultrabook on the market. The manufacturer went towards slenderness, lightness, a more solid casing and a long battery life. With a capacity of 44, 5 Wh, the equipment is to work for close 11 hours away from power
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium YOGA also uses an IPS matrix with a 3: 2 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2256 x 1504 pixels. The screen is characterized by a luminance of 450 nits and support for HDR Dolby Vision. The second laptop presented is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen.9. Here, the manufacturer offers not only Intel Tiger Lake processors, but also a matrix with the proportions 16: 10 and a larger battery with a capacity 57 Wh. The new ThinkPad X1 Carbon also got a wider, 110 mm touchpad with greater precision . The equipment is based on the Intel EVO platform, with the ability to be put into 20 GB of DDR4 RAM 3200 MHz. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen.9 features a blue light reduction screen with Dolby Vision support. In addition, the notebook uses Dolby Atmos and Dolby Voice techniques, improving the sound quality, among others. during a videoconference. The laptop will be optionally available with a 5G modem (LTE Cat. 20 )).
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 YOGA Gen.6 convertible ultrabook has also received a very similar specification. Unfortunately, as in the case of Carbon, I did not know the specific screen resolution here. We only know that we are talking about the IPS matrix with the proportions 15: 10 and the diagonal 14 inches. Looking at the other laptops presented, I bet that both notebooks will be equipped with screens 2560 x 1600 pixels. ThinkPad X1 YOGA Gen.6 will be powered by Intel Core i7 processor – 1165 G7 and integrated graphics Iris Xe Graphics, paired with up to 32 GB of DDR4 RAM 3200 MHz.
The last novelty presented is the Lenovo ThinkPad X 12 Detachable, with detachable screen. On the back, there will be a special hinge with a stand, allowing you to freely place the tablet with the screen. Lenovo ThinkPad X 12 Detachable comes equipped with Intel Tiger Lake-Y processors – the most powerful unit will be Intel Core i7 – 1160 G7 with a clock base 2.1 GHz and clock up to 4.4 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 mode. The hybrid laptop also has an IPS matrix with a diagonal 12, 3 “and resolution 1920 x 1200 pixels Coated with a pane of Gorilla Glass 4, offers a maximum luminance of 400 nits. The hardware supports the Thunderbolt 4 platform and LPDDR4x RAM memory. Lenovo ThinkPad X 12 Detachable also supports the following styluses: Lenovo Precision Magnetic Pen and Lenovo Digital Pen, but the pens are not included, you need to buy them At the moment, we have not learned the prices of any of the disclosed Lenovo ThinkPad models, but initially we learned that new devices will appear in Poland in the second quarter of the year.
Web browser: Google’s (un) secret browser predominance Hazardous concentration Web browser diversity, power bundling and Chromium project Advertising Monopoly Change without Risk Article in c’t 2 / 2021 read At the latest with the October update 2020 every Windows user should have a new browser. Edge is not simply an update of the unpopular old, so-called Legacy Edge, but is based on completely different technology. Instead of Microsoft’s own browser engine, the open source Chromium works with its blink engine inside.
Edge is thus in numerous company. A number of other browser manufacturers also use Chromium: Opera, Vivaldi, Brave and many more. Six of the browsers in the test are based on Chromium. They all benefit from a solid foundation and an ecosystem with thousands of extensions.
While Google’s Chrome is rather limited to the basic functions, other manufacturers are adding many useful functions to their browsers. Microsoft for example 2000 switched its browser development to Chromium, but seems to be expanding its new browser to push a lot. The group reports new functions in Edge in quick succession: a PDF viewer with editing function, for example, collections for web finds or a search sidebar.
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Best on-ear headphones Buying Guide: Welcome to What Hi-Fi?’s round-up of the best on-ear headphones you can buy in 2021.
The best on-ear headphones are a good middle ground between in-ears and over-ears, they don’t burrow in your ears like the former and tend to be more portable than the latter. As the name suggests, they sit on your ears rather than covering them completely, which is a look you might prefer or find more comfortable.
As with any headphones, when choosing the best on-ear headphones for you, there are a few things to keep in mind. What features do you want? Bluetooth? Active noise-cancelling? What style are you after? An open-backed pair will give superior sound, but they leak the music like nobody’s business. They’re strictly for at-home use only. Using them on the bus? A closed-backed pair will avoid annoying your fellow passengers.
You should also consider how portable they are. Most pairs fold up to fit in a pocket or small bag, and some are so light you could forget you have them on you. Check them out in a shop if you can. Finally, you’ll need to decide on a budget. Thankfully, our pick of the best on-ear headphones contains something for everyone…
(Image credit: AKG)
1. AKG Y400
The best on-ear headphones with wireless smarts
SPECIFICATIONS
Connector: 3.5mm (cable supplied) | Cable length: 1m | In-line remote and mic: Yes | OS support: iOS/Android | Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | Battery life: 20 hours
Reasons to Buy
Expansive, detailed presentation
Impeccable timing
Classy build quality
The Y400s are a little smaller than the previous model (the splendid Y500s), with smaller drivers and they come with a cable complete with in-line controls and mic, for when you don’t want to run down the battery with a wireless connection.
They’re colourful, too, coming in shimmery pink, green, blue and goldish-yellow finishes.
There’s no noise cancelling, but we wouldn’t expect it at this price. There is Ambient Aware mode, however, which lets in outside noise like dogs barking and car engines. Handy if you want to avoid being bitten/run over. They automatically detect when you take them off and pause the music, too, saving you precious battery life.
The sound has much to like. It’s spacious and three-dimensional. There’s impeccable timing throughout and the headphones deliver bass weight and power in spades. It’s zealous to the point that some might prefer a slightly leaner listen, but in our eyes (and at this level) the Y400s get the balance just about right.
Read the full review: AKG Y400
2. Grado SR80e
The best on-ear headphones for sound quality, but they’re not for everyone.
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: Open-backed | Cable length: 2m | Wireless: No | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 231g
Reasons to Buy
Great detailing
Lively audio
Tight bass
Reasons to Avoid
Sound could be more mellow
This is one of the few pairs on on-ear headphones in this list that are open-backed, meaning sound leaks like water through a sieve. But the upside is a more open, spacious soundstage – indeed, at this price, the dynamics, detail and clarity are all but unmatched.
They sound fast and nimble, able to jump between genres with ease, and the bass is clean and punchy. Some may find them a little tiring to listen to for long periods at high volumes and the design won’t suit everyone, but you can’t argue with the overall sound quality.
Read the full review: Grado SR80e
3. AKG N60NC Wireless
The best value on-ear headphones with wireless and noise-cancelling
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: Yes | Battery life: 30hr | Charging: Micro USB | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Clear, punchy sound
Musical; balanced
Smart design
One of the most compact and convenient pairs of noise-cancelling headphones we’ve ever tested, the AKG N60 NCs deliver a superb performance for the money. They’re a good-looking pair of on-ears with an excellent fit. Battery life is 15 hours with the noise-cancelling and Bluetooth engaged and this ramps up to 30 hours when the noise-cancelling is turned off.
Bass delivery is powerful yet transparent with crisp, detailed vocals, soaring highs and convincing dynamics. You’d be perfectly content to wear these all day and for the money, they’re extremely tough to beat.
Read the full review: AKG N60NC Wireless
4. Urbanista Seattle Wireless
Excellent value wireless headphones that sound great for the price.
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: Closed-backed | Cable length: 1.2m | Wireless: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 172g
Reasons to Buy
Engaging audio
Perform well wirelessly
Reasons to Avoid
Bass could be better
Lacks aptX
These wireless on-ears are some of the best value headphones under £100. They combine the bass boost of a street headphone with the kind of smoothness that should appeal to audiophiles.
They’re tuned for impact rather than neutrality, with plenty of low-end thump, but if that’s your thing they will do you proud. And it’s not all bass: the mids are unexpectedly smooth and the treble pleasingly sweet. A very appealing all-rounder, and not just because of the price tag.
Read the full review: Urbanista Seattle Wireless
5. Grado SR325e
The open-backed design might divide opinion, but sound quality is excellent.
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: Open-backed | Cable length: 1.7m | Wireless: No | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 358g
Reasons to Buy
Balanced tonally
Transparent across frequencies
Dynamic and expressive
Be warned: these are open-backed, which means they leak sound like anyone’s business. Which is great for home listening (as the sound is more open and spacious), but not so great for your daily commute. Unless you want everyone knowing your guilty pleasures include Kylie and Black Lace.
A sturdy solid build meets superb sound quality, with an expansive sound space really letting every instrument breathe. If you’re serious about sound quality and they fit your budget, what are you waiting for?
Read the full review: Grado SR325e
6. Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 On-ear
Not a perfect pair of headphones, but still an enjoyable and effortless listen.
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: Closed-backed | Cable length: 1.4m | Wireless: No | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: Yes | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 210g
Reasons to Buy
Weighty bass
Great detailing
Very covetable
Reasons to Avoid
Timing could be improved
Slightly bass-heavy
Part of Sennheiser’s hugely successful Momentum range, these wired on-ear headphones don’t disappoint. The sound boasts body and warmth, plus texture and detail in spades. This all makes for an effortless, enjoyable listen.
Bass is weighty without being invasive but these particular Momentums don’t have quite enough clarity in the midrange for a five star recommendation. Having said that, they’re still hugely capable for the money.
Read the full review: Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 On-ear
7. AKG Y50BT
A winning pair of Bluetooth on-ear headphones.
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: Closed-backed | Cable length: 1.2m | Wireless: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 213g
Reasons to Buy
Clear sound with lots of detail
User-friendly
Comfy
Sound quality for these wireless on-ears is clear, with the kind of insight that makes it easy to tell the calibre of the talent on hand. There’s none of the hiss and whine you sometimes get with some wireless headphones. Detail levels are excellent, while their sense of rhythm is spot on. And when charged, they’ll give you 20 hours of play time – which is ample in anyone’s book.
Read the full review: AKG Y50BT
(Image credit: Eric Jones at Jones Studio Ltd)
8. Grado GW100
Open-backed and wireless? Sounds like an odd combination but it works
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: open-backed | Cable length: No | Wireless: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: No | Weight: 170g
Reasons to Buy
Fast and exciting sound
Great with rhythms
Excellent detail
Reasons to Avoid
Open-back design means plenty of sound leakage
No isolation from environment
The combination of wireless headphones and an open-backed design doesn’t sound too clever, and there are times when we’re out and about with Grado’s GW100s that they don’t make sense.
Yet, away from planes, trains and cars we’re impressed by the GW100’s excellent sound. They’re more articulate and insightful than just about any closed alternative. If you can cope with the open-back compromises there’s just so much to like here.
Read the full review: Grado GW100
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9. Beyerdynamic Amiron
Premium priced headphones that have an exceptional sound to match
SPECIFICATIONS
Style: open-backed | Cable length: 3.0m | Wireless: No | Noise-cancelling: No | In-line remote and mic: No | Connector: 3.5mm | Weight: 340g
Reasons to Buy
Neutral and detail presentation
Expressive dynamics
Subtle bass
Comfort
Reasons to Avoid
If price isn’t an issue, nothing
Beyerdynamic’s Amirons aren’t the kind of headphones that grab your attention on a short listen, but give them a bit of time and their impressive transparency and resolution is sure to please.
They’re comfortable too, with nicely-judged earpads and sensible weight. You’ll need a good quality source and recordings to hear them at their best though, so don’t be tempted to skimp.
From an AV point of view, the majority of Panasonic’s CES 2021 press conference this afternoon focused on its flagship JZ2000 OLED TV and, to a lesser extent, an exclusive Final Fantasy version of a rather interesting gaming speaker. Mentioned to an even lesser extent was its Technics brand, who looks to be having a quiet CES this year – understandable considering it went big in 2019 and 2020 with the launch of the SL-1200/SL-1210 MK7 turntable and its first pair of true wireless earbuds respectively.
But it wasn’t completely hush-hush from the Technics camp. The press conference confirmed that the premium audio brand will be launching new true wireless earbuds this year, either to succeed or sit alongside the 2020-released Technics EAH-AZ70W. We don’t know which yet, but there was a hint they could be a cheaper model: “Now, for first time, that legendary audio experience is available to everyone,” the speaker announced.
As the AZ270W launched at £240 ($250), could Technics go after the more affordable end of the market currently dominated by the likes of the Sony WF-1000XM3 and Apple AirPods Pro? We single those popular models out as likely rivals as it seems Technics is sticking with noise-cancelling.
While details on the forthcoming wireless earbuds are scarce – today’s announcement really did just serve as a teaser – the spokesperson said: “Our engineers have worked on every precision detail, from the unmatched bi-directional noise-cancelling to high-performance sound-isolating microphone.”
The promise: “excellent sound, call quality and fit.” Obviously!
Whatever their price and market positioning, here’s to hoping Technics can stamp its authority on the true wireless earbuds space with its next efforts, because while the AZ270W were expensive and ultimately up against some tough competition, their impressively solid, punchy and spacious performance shows just what Technics is capable of.
With the likelihood of the Sony WF-1000XM4, AirPods Pro 2 and potentially next-generation Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless models arriving soon, 2021 is bound to be an invigorating year in the headphones world.
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Best neckband headphones Buying Guide: Welcome to What Hi-Fi?’s round-up of the best wireless neckband headphones you can buy in 2021.
If you’re aiming to get fit in the new year with runs around the park, workouts in the garden or just a HIIT in the front room, a pair of neckband headphones to upgrade your playlist could be just the boost you need.
When it comes to sports headphones, there are three types of wireless earbuds available: true wireless earbuds, wireless with a cable, and earbuds with a neckband.
These wireless neckband earphones feature a horseshoe-shaped collar that sits around your shoulders and houses a battery and Bluetooth transmitter. The designs may look a little unconventional, but you’ll quickly reap the rewards.
Neckband headphones combine convenience with impressive battery life (high-end models offer 10 hours playback) plus features such as noise cancellation. You won’t be plagued by connection issues, either, since most offer superb Bluetooth stability. And there’s the issue of keeping them in your ears – many would argue the neckband design is the best way to do it.
Most of the big-name audio brands have leapt on the neckband trend, so there’s now a range of options to suit everyone from commuters to fitness fanatics. Want to to cut the cord without sacrificing sound quality? Here’s our pick of the best neckband headphones.
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1. Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear Wireless
The best neckband headphones, offering superior sound quality and a luxurious design
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | Battery life: 10hr | Weight: 53g | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Open sound
Expressive vocals
Powerful bass
Reasons to Avoid
Bass maybe a little too powerful
This neckband headphone model is based on Sennheiser’s Award-winning Momentum in-ear headphones, so you’re guaranteed sensational sound quality. As well as impressive dynamics and superb vocal clarity, they offer features galore.
To add a touch of luxury to your listening experience, Sennheiser has trimmed the neckband in soft nappa leather. And when you get an incoming call, the neckband gently vibrates – a useful feature even when you’re not using listening to music. In a hurry? They fast-charge in one and half hours.
These Sennheisers are our pick as the best neckband headphones around thanks to the top-of-the-class style, sound and build quality.
Read the full review: Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear Wireless
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2. Sony WI-1000X
Noise-cancelling neckband with superb sonics
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: Yes | Battery life: 10hr | Weight: 71g | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Punchy bass
Insightful midrange
Well balanced
Range of noise-cancelling modes
Reasons to Avoid
Neckband could be more flexible
The big draw here is the noise-cancelling functionality. Sony has gone to town and added an ‘Adaptive Sound Control’ mode that continuously tunes the sound profile to match your movement (sitting, walking, running and transport).
The result is superb sound that’s punchy and nuanced. It’s also worth noting that these neckbuds feature aptX HD Bluetooth, which provides the option to stream audio at 24bit/48kHz resolution.
Some of the buttons on the neckband have dual functionality (longer presses activate different functions), but unless the lack of dedicated buttons grinds your gears, you’ll be wowed by these hugely impressive earphones.
Read the full review: Sony WI-1000X
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3. Bowers & Wilkins PI3
Brilliant wireless buds from B&W
SPECIFICATIONS
Connector: N/A | Cable length: N/A | In-line remote and mic: N/A | OS support: Android/iOS | Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | Battery life: 8 hours
Reasons to Buy
Clean, detailed presentation
Solid, weighty and tight bass
Flexible design and fine build
Reasons to Avoid
Not IPX rated
Lack of eartip options
Bowers & Wilkins has successfully made a smooth move into the headphone market, building on its almost unrivalled reputation when it comes to making speakers. In-ears of this design, which makes us think of sport and the gym, haven’t necessarily been on the hit list however – fear not, B&W has knocked it out of the park with these neckband wireless in-ears too.
The PI3 earphones are a dual driver design, complete with a flexible neckband. We would prefer a few more ear tips to get the optimum fit, so it might be one to try before you buy. They deliver a decent battery life and though they aren’t technically waterproof, B&W claims they are “resistant to light rain, splash and sweat”.
Happily, they deliver a clear, controlled, punchy and well-balanced sound. From rock to pop to hip-hop, the B&W PI3 earphones deliver a confident, entertaining sound. Another fine option from B&W.
Read the full review: B&W P13
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4. Bose QuietControl 30
Refined, rhythmic and noise-cancelling
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: Yes | Battery life: 10hr | Weight: 64g: | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Insightful sound
Impressive noise cancellation
Punchy bass
The QuietControl 30s are solidly-built and impress with their sonic ability, elegant design and best-in-class noise-cancelling. They never sound flat, and boast an impeccable sense of rhythm and timing.
Bose is known for its effective active noise-cancelling technology, which does a fine job of shutting out the world – without ruining the musicality of your favourite track.
While some people might find the collar a little weighty, the killer combination of premium noise-cancelling, superb battery life and outstanding audio quality adds up to a five-star review.
Read the full review: Bose QuietControl 30
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5. Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds 2 Wireless
Lightweight neckband that offers bang for buck
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | Battery life: 6-7hr | Weight: 30g: | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Full, fun sound
Great price
On a tight budget? Skullcandy’s cheap neckband headphones are the best pound-for pound performers. While the brand is best known as purveyors of bombastic bass, its Smokin’ Buds 2 offer surprisingly rich and accomplished playback.
The paired-back design features a simple three-button remote and looks more expensive than it feels. If you’re into fitness and don’t want the collar jangling around, you can remove the earphones from the flexible neckband.
As you’d expect, advanced features such as aptX Bluetooth and fast charging are off the menu. But factor in the eye-catching price and it’s hard not to be won over but these solid, reliable performers.
Read the full review: Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds 2 Wireless
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6. Libratone TRACK+
Sporty buds with noise-cancellation
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: Yes | Battery life: 8hr | Weight: 28g: | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Comfortable, secure and lightweight
Effective noise-cancellation
Splashproof
Reasons to Avoid
Lack some subtlety and attack
Libratone’s splashproof TRACK+ earbuds are aimed at sporty types and remain securely locked into your ears during intensive workouts. They’re light but powerful: with 8 hours playback you’re sorted for a marathon (or two).
Libratone’s noise-cancelling technology – dubbed CityMix II – offers four levels of noise cancellation, letting you choose how much of the world to let in. It’s pretty effective at blocking out everything from chugging lorries to office chatter, and can be tuned via the remote or Libratone’s app.
While not as crisp or insightful as the Sennheisers, the TRACK+s offer a deft balance of dynamics and clarity – without breaking a sweat. If you love running, these will go the distance.
Read the full review: Libratone TRACK+
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7. V-Moda Forza Metallo Wireless
Sophisticated and stylish – but lacking in oomph
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth: Yes | Noise-cancelling: No | Battery life: 10hr | Weight: 22.5g: | Built-in mic and controls: Yes
Reasons to Buy
Excellent detail and clarity
Balanced bass
Good-looking and comfortable
Reasons to Avoid
Not the best wireless performance
Lack some midrange power and body
If style and craftsmanship float your boat, you’ll be instantly drawn to these sleek earbuds made from “aircraft grade” aluminium. Their compact, minimal design is highly impressive – as is the clarity and upper-frequency refinement.
Sound isolation is good and they come with a nice range of tips (plus ‘sport hooks’ to hold them securely in place). Fast charging means two hours playback from 15 minutes of charging.
We did experience a few Bluetooth drop outs, though, and the soundstage lacks a little raw power. There are better all-rounders, but if you’re looking for outstanding sonic detail and a swanky design, make a v-line for V-Moda.
Read the full review: V-Moda Forza Metallo Wireless
It is a big day for TCL, first announcing its new phones, followed by two new tablets – TCL Tab 10S and TCL Nxtpaper. While the first one is a pretty straightforward slate the second one is really intriguing – it comes with a new display technology that protects the eyes, saves battery and still delivers full color.
TCL Nxtpaper
The Nxtpaper switches the typical LCD for an NCVM-composite sheet. The abbreviation stands for non-conductive vacuum metallization, and the technology uses special materials that do not conduct electricity. TCL revealed it basically works like an e-ink display, but will full color support and much higher 1440 x 1080 pixel resolution.
Such a panel does not need any backlight, meaning there’s no blue light that usually strains the eyes during prolonged use. The goal for TCL was to create a device that can be used for the whole day, especially in these times were a lot of kids are studying at home.
Due to the NCVM panel’s specifics, it is extremely thin, requires literally very little battery power, and brings the total thickness of the tablet to 7.4 mm, weighing just 316 grams. The 10” screen has certifications from the German Rhine laboratory and 26 unique patents for ultimate eye protection.
The chipset inside is a Mediatek MT8768 with an octa-core CPU at 2.0 GHz and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU. RAM is 4 GB, while storage is 64 GB and can be expanded through the microSD slot. The battery is 5,000 mAh and supports 18W charging, but due to the display’s low-power capabilities, it can last for 400 hours of standby time. And the OS is full Android 10, so no worries about compatibility or anything like that.
TCL Nxtpaper will cost €349 once it launches in April 2021 and will even throw in cellular support – up to 4G. The color is only one – Ultramarine Green.
TCL Tab 10S
The Tab 10S is a pretty straightforward tablet – a Mediatek MT8769 chipset, 3GB or 4GB RAM, and up to 64GB of storage, with a microSD slot for more. It has a big 10.1” Full HD+ panel with a resolution of 2000 x 1920 pixels, an 8MP camera on the back, and another 5MP on the front for video calls.
This tablet’s selling point is its massive 8,000 mAh battery and the dual speakers, making it a great option for home fun for everyone. The UI, based on Android 10, provides profiles for all members of the family. It also comes with a stylus in the retail box and supports a cover keyboard accessory that can be purchased separately.
Available in March 2021, the TCL Tab 10S will cost €199 for the Wi-Fi-only version, while the 4G variant will be €249.
TCL Moveaudio S600 & TCL Movetrack PetTracker
The online launch also saw TCL introducing the Moveaudio S600 TWS earphones. They are extremely light, come with a big 500 mAh battery in the case (with each bud holding an extra 55 mAh charge), and have a dynamic 10mm speaker. Each bud has three ANC microphones, and the stems come with a touch sensor as well.
The S600 can connect like most Bluetooth earphones but you have the option to customize their sound via the TCL Connect app. They are compatible with Android and iOS and will sell for €149 in four colors – Graphite Gray, Pure Marble, Silver Chrome, Turquoise Blue.
The TCL Movetrack Pettracker is exactly what the name suggests – a smart tracker you attach to the collar of your home pet. Its job is to detect movement and upload location every 60 seconds. It supports Safe Zones, automatically sending you the location of your pet if it leaves your house.
There’s also a feature called Virtual Leash – the PetTracker connects via Bluetooth to the phone (that’s about 5-10 meters), and once the pet is too far from its owner, the tracker starts sending push notifications. The device and its app can store 24-hour history of paths and locations, which can be searched by time and date. Storage time is six months. The price of this gadget is €99.
Finally TCL also demonstrated a Wearable Display that looks like glasses, but actually sits higher up on your nose and lets you get a cinematic experience on the go. The two 1080p OLED displays put so close to your eyes have the same viewing angle as 140-inch screen. It connects through a USB-C cable to any device that can output image over USB-C. More details will be disclosed in a “few weeks,” according to company officials.
LG has shown in this CES 2021 the renewed laptops LG Gram 2021 with Intel Evo certification and in which we see a new screen format 16: 10, with this they have managed to take advantage of every last millimeter, leaving very thin bezels. These screens can be of 3 different sizes depending on the model, the LG Gram 17 has a screen of 17 “and a resolution of 2560 x 1600, the LG Gram 16 drops an inch until 16 “and maintains the resolution of 2021 x 1600, finally the LG Gram 14 has a screen of 14 “and resolution of 1920 x 1200. They are all IPS panel with a color coverage of 99% DCI-P3 .
Inside we have the Intel Core of 11 generation with Intel Iris Xe and Intel UHD graphics , necessary to grant the Intel EVO certification, it is also acomp will add 8 or 16 GB of RAM LPDDR4x in all and models with double slot for M.2 NVMe drives . With USB 4 PD and Thunderbolt 4 connections, in addition to USB 3.2, HDMI for video output and Micro SD card reader they form a complete connectivity section to which is added the WiFi 6 connection, for sound they have DTS X Ultra technology.
The weight is another of the remarkable sections of these LG Gram laptops , from almost 1 kilo of the smallest LG Gram with 11 “, up to 1, 35 kilos of the LG Gram 17 with higher screen area, and from which it differs in weight with respect to the LG Gram 16 going down to 1, 19 Kg of weight . The three models have fingerprint reader for greater security . At the moment we do not have the prices or the launch date in Spain, we will inform you when it is available.
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I am a Computer Engineer and my specialty is automation and robotics. My passion for hardware started at 14 years when I gutted my first computer: a 386 DX 40 with 4MB of RAM and 210 MB of hard disk. I continue to unleash my passion in the technical articles I write at Geeknetic. I dedicate most of my free time to video games, contemporary and retro, in the more than 20 consoles that I have, besides the PC.
Upcoming OLED TVs from LG will offer a function called “Game Optimizer”, which allows users to access all important settings in gaming mode – including, for example, whether playback with variable refresh rates is activated and which system is used is used. The television manufacturer announced this on Monday at the CES.
Furthermore, OLED TVs of the model year 2021 enable cloud gaming directly. LG itself called Google’s service Stadia, US media reports also mention Nvidia’s GeForce Now.
Game Optimizer According to LG, the optimizer should have different settings for different game genres. In excerpts it could be seen that in addition to a “Standard Mode”, further categories “First Person Shooter”, “Role-Playing Game” and “Real-Time Strategy” could be selected.
To the settings In addition to the refresh rate mentioned, a setting to reduce the blue components, one to avoid input delays and the option to activate an “AI game sound” should be included.
Finally, the current settings can apparently be displayed. The current OLED TV models CX and GX offer a preliminary stage of this display, which display an undocumented information window on the refresh rate when the green button on the “Magic Remote” remote control is pressed.
Disinfecting surfaces is part of the daily grind at schools, offices, hospitals and other institutions, but simply wiping them down may not be enough. UV light is proven to kill bacteria and viruses, including COVID-19, but it’s also harmful to human eyes and skin, potentially causing skin cancer or cataracts.
UBTech, maker of the popular Jimu line of kids’ robots and the life-size Walker robot, has a new solution rolling out. Its Adibot robot blasts a room with the appropriate level of UV-C light while humans wait safely outside.
Adibot is available in two versions: a $40,000 model which can roll around a room on its own and a $20,000 stationary unit that you put in the middle of a room. While those prices may sound high, UBTech GM John Rhee told us that hospitals have similar robots that cost well over $100,000. The company also has a program where it charges as little as $15 a day to finance or lease the machines.
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Both versions of Adibot come with a smart warning sign that maintenance staff can put outside a room to block people from accidentally entering. Both the robots and the sign itself have human detection capabilities they can use to see if a person enters the line of fire and turn themselves off. They also have cameras that record any intrusions so, if someone does get into the restricted area, you’ll know who it was.
We saw a brief demo of the stationary model in action. An UBTech employee rolled it into an empty conference room, walked outside and then used an iPad app to set the light exposure time (only a couple of minutes is needed), safety settings and other options.
Rhee said that a common use case for Adibot will be school, hotel or office maintenance staff deploying it in rooms before or after they are finished cleaning and move onto the next space. Organizations will not only get the robot and the app, but training on how to use it best, along with timely support and maintenance.
The Adibot will be available later this month and UBTech announced it already has a partnership in place with the Delaware Department of Education to test the robots in its Christina School District.
New Jimu Go Robots
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UBTech also announced that it is releasing a new line of kids robots kits dubbed Jimu Go. A successor to its popular line of Jimu robot kits, Jimu Go will launch in Q4 of this year and initially offer three different sets: Robot Speedster, Music Box Maker and Mars Rover.
Rhee told us that Jimu Go will differ from Jimu in a few key ways. First, where Jimu kits have cost as much as $300, Go will focus on affordability with MSRPs below $99. The parts will also be redesigned to make it easier for children who are still developing their hand-eye coordination to plug in wires and connect blocks.
Finally, Jimu Go will offer a camera module that allows users to use computer vision on their robots. So young children, the core audience for Jimu, will now be able to train machine learning models and have their robots do object recognition.
Rhee said that the software for Jimu will be redesigned but will still use the company’s block-based coding language.
First launched in 2016, the company’s original Jimu line of robot kits remains popular. Recent entries in the line include the UnicornBot, which has an RGB horn and motors, and the DragonBot, which has flapping wings.
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