For Doogee, who specializes in making affordable and rugged smartphones, December is a month of harvest. In addition to the launch of the V30 flagship with an eSIM feature this month, Doogee is getting to release another powerful weapon, the Doogee S99. Expected to hit the market later this month.
The S99’s most striking feature is the unparalleled imaging system. Its advanced triple camera system consists of a 108 MP ultra clear AI main camera, a 16 MP ultra-wide and macro camera, and the killer 64 MP night vision camera with two strong infrared lights. The powerful 64MP night vision makes everything clear at night for you and enables you to capture an accurate image in a 15-meter to 20-meter range. Doogee S99’s powerful 64MP night vision here is the same as those used in professional night vision devices, rather than the night mode of an ordinary camera.
Designed with a shining galactic ring where two LEDs and two powerful infrared lights locate and a premium metal combination, the Doogee S99 offers a 6.3″ LCD FHD+ waterdrop screen and runs on the Helio G96 chipset by MediaTek. It also comes with 15GB RAM (8GB+7GB Extended) and 128GB plus 1TB expandable ROM. The rugged phone is also armed with a 6000mAh high-capacity battery supported by both 33W thunder charging and 15W wireless charging.
Carrying on the legacy of Doogee’s rugged phones, the S99 has IP68 and IP69K ratings of water and dust resistance, and 1.8-meter drop-to-concrete resilience. However, the Doogee S99 makes itself stand out by putting its most advanced 64MP night vision camera on a rugged phone for the first time.
Other cool features include NFC, a comprehensive navigation system backed by GPS, Glonass, Galileo, and Beidou, and side fingerprint recognition.
The Doogee S99 will make its global debut on December 22nd to 23rd at a limited discount price of $179 from its original price of $329. It will be available on both AliExpress and Doogeemall for purchase.
Las Vegas, NV, BLUETTI 2022 — BLUETTI today announced that it has been named a CES® 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree for AC500 solar generator. This year’s CES Innovation Awards program received a record high number of over 2100 submissions. The announcement was made ahead of CES 2023, the world’s most influential technology event, happening Jan. 5-8 in Las Vegas, NV.
The CES Innovation Awards program, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in 28 consumer technology product categories. Those with the highest rating receive the “Best of Innovation” distinction. An elite panel of industry expert judges, including members of the media, designers, engineers and more, reviewed submissions based on innovation, engineering and functionality, aesthetic and design.
BLUETTI AC500 is compatible with B300S batteries for up to 18,432Wh capacity. Built-in BMS and LFP battery to ensure higher security and longer lifespan. The 5,000W inverter (10,000W surge) allows AC500 to run high-powered electronics without any fuss. Connecting two AC500s in series can double the capacity, voltage, and power to 36,864Wh, 240V/6,000W for a worry-free off-grid living!
It’s honorable to win the award, which will also inspire us to roll out more innovations to meet the ever-changing power demand in the future. Said James Ray, BLUETTI’s Marketing Director.
BLUETTI is dedicated to optimizing the way people access and store renewable energy. AC500 features a matchless MPPT solar inverter, allowing a 3000W maximum solar input. Recharging it from 0 to 80% SOC by prime sunshine takes about 1.5 hours.
For an AC500+2*B300S combo, dual recharging via AC and solar can achieve up to 8000W input rate, so 0-100% charging takes as quickly as 1.8~2.3 hours.
The modular design significantly shrinks the overall size and unibody weight of AC500 while increasing the flexibility to carry or replace each module individually instead of everything at once if necessary. Also, you can free up much space by vertically stacking up multiple battery packs.
More importantly, various AC outlets are specifically designed to take care of heavy-duty appliances with ease, including 1 x 120V/30A L14-30, 1 x 120V/30A TT-30, and 1 x 120V/50A NEMA14-50.
Over the past decade, BLUETTI has been motivated to redefine renewable energy while providing a budget-saving solution to go solar for everyone around the world. Those gasoline generators that produce toxic fumes and annoying noise are a thing of the past.
It may be costly in the first place, though, AC500 is a great investment to avoid high electricity bills in the long run. Being a reliable backup power source with a 24/7 UPS function, it can be seamlessly integrated into the main grid to protect from unexpected power failures and realize peak load shifting to effectively reduce power consumption during peak hours.
New for CES 2023 — CES has partnered with the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS) to showcase the critical role of technology in support of the United Nations efforts to advance human security around the world. For CES 2023, CTA introduced a new category of Innovation Awards showcasing technologies advancing human rights. The Human Security for All category includes eight new tech subcategories.
The CES 2023 Innovation Awards honorees, including product descriptions and photos, can be found at CES.tech/innovation. More will be revealed in January. Many honorees will showcase their winning products in the Innovation Awards Showcase at CES 2023.
Owned and produced by CTA, CES 2023 will take place in Las Vegas on January 5-8, 2023, with Media Days taking place January 3-4, 2023. Attendees will experience new technologies from global brands, hear about the future of technology from thought leaders and collaborate face-to-face with other attendees. The show will highlight how innovations in sustainability, transportation and mobility, digital health, the metaverse and more are addressing the world’s greatest challenges. Audiences will hear from industry experts during live keynotes, including leaders from John Deere and AMD. Visit CES.tech for all CES 2023 updates, registration details and the media page for all press resources.
About BLUETTI
With over 10 years of industry experience, BLUETTI has tried to stay true to a sustainable future through green energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use while delivering an exceptional eco-friendly experience for everyone and the world. BLUETTI is making its presence in 70+ countries and is trusted by millions of customers across the globe. For more information, please visit BLUETTI online at https://www.bluettipower.com/.
A new device, the Moto G Play, has arrived in time for the holidays. Motorola released the smartphone as the latest addition to its long list of smartphones.
The new Moto G Play arrives with an ultra-wide display, 16MP triple camera system, 5000mAh battery, boasting cool features to keep up with users’ lifestyles. The good thing about this release is that the new device packs once-premium features in a device with a budget-friendly price.
Motorola says it wants customers to enjoy features they need to ring in the new year in style. That’s why during the holiday season, interested individuals can have the chance to win the all-new Moto G Play during the 12 days of Moto giveaway. They can also have the opportunity to clinch early holiday discounts on Motorola’s most popular devices.
Salient features of Moto G Play
Faster, flashy display – With the ultra-wide 6.5” HD+ display, this devices can’t go wrong. It gives the maximum viewing pleasure, and a 20:9 aspect ratio for widescreen movies.
Triple camera system – The camera is able to capture sharp, stunning images, professional-looking portraits that will wow friends.
Storage – The smartphone offers 32GB of built in storage that’s expandable by up to 512GB with the use of a microSD card. This helps users to carry much content around. Also, the 3GB of memory enables every touch without a lag.
Lasting battery power – The 5000 mAh battery can last up to three days on every full charge. This means you won’t miss out on your favorite entertainment as you move about. With fast charging, you’re covered when you desire to have the power pumped up in a few minutes.
The new device will be available universally unlocked in the United States. Buyers can purchase it for about $170 on Best Buy, Amazon, and on Motorola’s website. It will soon be offered in Canada, starting from January 12, 2023.
In this episode of the AndroidGuys podcast, Scott Webster and Luke Gaul chat about the Purivortex V3 Air Purifier. What is it, and what does it do? Read on to learn more and listen to the podcast.
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The Purivortex V3 is an air purifier designed for large rooms, and can purify up to nearly 1,100 square feet in about a half hour’s time. It features multiple speeds, a color coded LED display to show air quality, and four stages of filtration.
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Features
Washable fabric pre-filter, available in multiple colors
True HEPA filter blocks pollen, dust, pet dander, smoke and other small particles
LED changes colors to provide a glanceable look at air quality
Purifies 1,076 square feet in 30 minutes
Listen to the Episode
Parting Thoughts
We like the Purivortex V3 at about $140 but we love it when it’s on sale for $100. It has a simple and modern design that doesn’t distract or beg for attention, especially in grey. The dark green is a bit of a different story, but it still looks good in most environments.
The color-coded LED indicators are a nice touch as we can easily identify the quality of air in our office. It runs very quiet, even if you dial it all the way up to full speed.
We recommend putting this in a central location on your main floor of the home as it will likely be strong enough to keep the air nice and clean. Not only are common household odors eliminated but dander, pollen, and smoke are as well.
Tronsmart has a great portable speaker lineup with the Bang series. They’ve recently added the Bang Mini and we’ve reviewed that speaker this past week. But that’s not the only new family member in the Bang family. The new Bang SE is currently under an early global bird special to celebrate its launch.
22% off until December 21
For the next nine days, the Bang SE is just $55. This is a massive reduction of 22% off the future MSRP. Tronsmsart has included a ton of features in the Bang SE and at this new price, it’s even more of a no-brainer.
Bluetooth 5.3
40W speaker system
Tronsmart Soundpulse for premium sound
IPX6 waterproofing
24hrs of total playtime
Support for 3.5mm auxiliary and microSD cards
USB-C charging
Weighs just 4.76lbs
Again, this new promotion ends on December 21. After that, the full price for the Tronsmart SE will increase to $70 USD. However, this discount translates to the same 22% globally for all regions you can find Tronsmart.
Hit the link below to snag this new compact powerhouse from Tronsmart.
TECNO has launched two new high-end PHANTOM X2 smartphone series with one of them boasting a ground-breaking, first-of-its-kind camera lens. The company also released the powerful MEGABOOK S1 laptop to revolutionize the premium smart device experience for users.
These new products were introduced at an event themed “Beyond the Extraordinary” in Dubai, UAE.
The General Manager of TECNO, Jack Guo, delivered a speech about how the brand has grown over the years, pushing it to become a premium brand. Chief Launch Officer of TECNO AloT, Burak Kuouk, revealed the exciting features of the PHANTOM X2 series and MEGABOOK S1 in turn.
There are many good features found in the device, but the top three are highlighted below.
World-first Portrait Photography: The PHANTOM X2 Pro 5G is the first smartphone manufactured to feature a retractable portrait lens comparable to a professional camera. The other device, PHANTOM X2 5G comes with a 64MP main camera with an RGBW sensor.
Excellent design: The PHANTOM X2 series arrived with an eye-catching, comfortable, and sustainable design. The unique unibody double-curved build and a 3.5D lunar crater design are attractive. The colors are space inspired. The microfiber rear cover is made from recycled materials.
Smooth Performance: The devices are powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000 4nm 5G chip with a remarkable memory.
TECNO and PHANTOM also made use of the event to educate guests about their work, and the processes involved in the design, and production of the new devices.
Guests were able to discover how the features were added to the devices, and they also learned about the innovation, imaging, and other processes of manufacturing the devices. The guests could enjoy TECNO’s innovation in an immersive “Pioneer Lab.”
PHANTOM X2 series will be available from the end of December. It will ship to many countries of the world by 2023.
We are big fans of Tronsmart here at AndroidGuys. Following the release earlier this year of the Bang wireless speaker, the company has announced the Bang Mini. This compact variant of the Bang line hopes to pack a similar punch in a much smaller package.
I’ve been testing the Bang Mini for a few weeks, and I think it hits the mark for those who may have liked the Bang but found it too large or bulky.
Design
A quick glance from across the room could fool your perspective view that the Mini is the bigger Bang. As you get closer, you quickly see that it’s significantly smaller. The Mini’s shrunken design mimics the Bang to near perfection but in a smaller footprint.
A woofer flanks each side of the Bang Mini with LED rings. These illuminate with the music or user settings. It’s a nice touch in a party setting, but personally, I’ve left them turned off.
In the middle of the Bang Mini is a nice ergonomic handle. Just below this is the controls. Here you’ll find the power, volume up and down, SoundPulse, stereo pairing, and LED light switch. This panel is covered in a nice, soft touch finish that makes it feel really premium.
To the back of the Bang Mini, you’ll find an array of ports for charging and media. This includes the USB-C charging port for recharging the Bang, USB-A for charging other devices, 3.5mm auxiliary port, and a MicroSD slot. These options give you multiple ways to expand the functionality of the Bang Mini past just a Bluetooth speaker.
Sound
The Bang Mini packs a great sound. The bass is punchy without being overpowering. The mids and highs come through with decent clarity. If you pump the volume to the max, the speakers do distort a bit, but that’s not uncommon with any speaker.
This is powered by the 50-watt stereo speaker system. Tronsmart has broken this down into two speaker cavities. The front includes two mid-tweeters and one passive radiator. The rear houses the dual subwoofer. Together, these leave the Bang Mini speaker with great sound for the size.
Battery and Endurance
The Bang Mini includes an 8000mAh internal battery. This rates the total playback at roughly 15 hours on a single charge of just audio. I’d estimate this is accurate after using the Bang Mini for weeks. At around 50-60% volume you should get well over 13 hours.
Of course, usage will vary. If you are consistently also charging your phone or iPad, then this will sink accordingly. Even with this, I was able to eke out more than 10 hours while also recharging my Pixel during this time. Recharging the Bang Mini takes about four hours with the USB-C connection.
Conclusion
Tronsmart has taken all the major components of the full-size Bang speaker and literally shrunk it without losing appeal in the Bang Mini. The Mini still packs an above-average sound powered by 50 Watts of speakers in a portable package.
The last feature of any device is price. At just $90, the Bang Mini speaker is under the radar again at less than $100. This makes the investment considerably less than other options in the market. If the Bang Mini piques your interest, hit the link below to add it to your Amazon cart.
Google Chrome has introduced Memory Saver and Energy Saver modes that users can manage and control in order to make Chrome use up to 30 percent less memory. The new settings will allow your device to run smoothly, while extending battery life.
Memory Saver mode
Google is rolling out the Memory Saver mode for those that open too many tabs while working. The mode will prioritize the tabs the user is always using, and free memory from the tabs not in use. Google says this will mean that your device will use less memory, while offering faster browsing experience for users.
Energy Saver mode
Many people always open too many tabs whether they’re using Chrome on their smartphones or laptops. That’s understandable because many people have a lot to do in the space of a short time. The new update will have users stop worrying about unnecessary usage of battery power.
The new update is purported to come to Windows, macOS and ChromeOS desktop users with the release of Chrome 108.
Users will see “Energy Saver is on. Background activity and some visual effects like smooth scrolling may be limited.” The user has a choice between clicking “Ok” to keep it working that way or to turn it off.
If you click “Ok”, it means you’re letting Energy saver mode run on Google Chrome.
Laptop users may have Chrome go to Energy Saver mode automatically once battery power lowers to 20 percent. This saves or prolongs battery life on that device. All background activities or most of them will become limited. Other visual effects for websites like animations or videos will be limited.
How to recognize the Energy Saver mode
Once the update is live, there’ll be a leaf icon on the top right hand corner of your browser where you often see the three dash lines. That will be the area where toggle the mode on or off. You don’t need to switch it on once your device gets to 20 percent on battery power.
MediaTek has announced the new Dimensity 8200 chipset that brings a flagship experience to premium smartphones. The new release is built on 4nm process technology, and it arrives with HyperEngine 6.0.
The MediaTek Dimensity 8200 boasts incomparable power efficiency and supreme performance for premium devices. The major change from the predecessors is the mightier processor.
What makes the Dimensity 8200 special?
The HyperEngine is one feature that sets the Dimensity apart because it helps improve gaming performance in smartphones, especially those bordering on flagship territory. It will cleverly adapt the refresh rate whenever a game is being played.
As to be expected, the 5G connectivity is carried over from the chip’s predecessors. The same could be said of Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and the downlink speed. Astute users and gamers are waiting to see how the refresh rate will perform on their devices later this year.
4nm processor offering unparalleled power efficiency
Octa-core CPU and four ARM Cortex-A78 cores that operate at up to 3.1 GHz. A powerful Mali-G610 graphics engine
HyperEngine 6.0 enhances gaming performance
Intelligent Display Sync 2.0 technology which helps adjust the display refresh rate
Flagship-level Imagiq 785 ISP to support 320MP photos. 14-bit HDR video capturing on up to three cameras simultaneously
Powerful AI processing unit to maximize the efficiency of dedicated AI tasks
Ultra-efficient Vulkan SDK provides faster and more effective ray-tracing effects
Incredible audio quality with Bluetooth LE Audio technology
The MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chip is manufactured to power 5G devices launching worldwide from the month of December 2022.
The company announces that this chip will deliver smoother gameplay with higher framerates, impressive graphics, and seamless connectivity, among other features. According to Deputy General Manager of MediaTek’s Wireless Communications Business Unit, CH Chen, the chip is power efficient and users don’t have to be afraid of sacrificing battery life to enjoy super high performance.
There’s something for everyone in the family as both Tribit and iClever announced last-minute gift ideas for the whole family. Are you trying to get the perfect gift for your loved one this December? Both companies got you covered.
Tribit speakers for the whole family
The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 Bluetooth Speaker is the ideal product for the family, especially when they are outdoors. Enjoy podcasts and music with your family on the go. It is easy to carry around whether you’re in a car or while trekking.
According to Tribit, the whole family can engage in multiple activities while enjoying great sound from your Bluetooth speaker. The sound is larger than the device really is, so you can feel the sound when you’re not even physically aware of the tiny box. Get it now for only $69.99.
Users have found StormBox Micro useful during various activities such as camping, hiking, tailgating, or firing up the grill.
Another good treat is the Tribit StormBox Blast Bluetooth Speaker. It is a good fit for your event at the beach or your backyard party. It features 30 hours of playtime and 32 LED lights that brighten the sound it makes. The whole family can enjoy XBass technology as they enjoy their holiday. It produces a great sound that’s sure to take your family party to the next level.
The StormBox Blast offers Bluetooth 5.3 and IPX7 ratings. It costs $259.99.
Headphones for kids
iClever has two latest model headphones for kids. These pairs are iClever Kids BTH19 Cat Ear Bluetooth Headphones at the price of $39.99. It’s available in both wireless and wired modes. Also, there are the iClever Kids Bluetooth Headphones BTH14which sells at the price of $29.99. It features a 360-degree rotatable design that enables turning the mic in the favored direction.
iCleverclearly believes that whatever they do, your kids can enjoy entertainment whether they are at home or on the go.
