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This fitness and activity tracker looks like a certain smartwatch but costs just $35

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Buying an activity tracker or fitness watch doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars. In fact, many excellent models come in considerably lower than that.

While the prices have dropped for these types of wearables, the tech has gotten better. Every once in a while one comes along that gives us everything we need and which has a price tag that’s surprisingly low.

Such it the case with the Smart Fit multi-function wellness and fitness watch from Go Gadgets. Available in three colors (black, white, pink), it’s an all-in-one watch with some 15 features. And yeah, it looks like a certain watch from a fruit-named brand.

The Smart Fit is waterproof, sweat-resistant, and designed to monitor all sorts of activities. Moreover, it can even keep an eye on blood oxygen levels and blood pressure.

It’s not just about tracking stuff, either, because it also controls calls and music and provides alerts to many of your phone’s apps.

Smart Fit Features

  • Track your daily activity, including steps, calories burned, mileage & heart rate
  • Monitor your blood pressure & blood oxygen levels
  • Wear it anywhere, anytime thanks to its sweat & waterproof design
  • Control phone calls & music
  • Get alerts for SMS, Facebook & more
  • View the time, date & week on the sleek 1.3-inch screen display
  • Adjust the brightness on the ultra clear 240×240 resolution

Availability

Normally, the Smart Fit would cost around $150 if you went and picked it up on your own. For a limited time, AndroidGuys readers can purchase one for just $35 from the Deals Store. Choose from three colors and save 76% today!

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Philips Hue expands outdoor range for 2020

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Philips Hue at CES this week, announced a number of new products for its 2020 lineup. Key among them are low-voltage outdoor lights with plug-and-play capabilities as well as brand new models. Additionally, it is adding voice control for the Play HDMI Sync Box and new features to its mobile app.

Outdoor Hue light fixtures aren’t new, but the 2020 models figure to be more stylish, plus they have additional smarts. Indeed, many of its new products have Bluetooth capabilities so there’s no need for a Hue Hub to use them.

  • Appear: This wall light creates a sharp, directed triangle of light both up and down for a strong light effect.
  • Resonate: Available in both black and silver, the Resonate creates elegant, up-and-down triangles of light.
  • Attract: This wall lantern offers a unique light effect that casts a subtle arc of colorful light against the wall.
  • Daylo: This circular wall light is available in stainless steel or black and provides a subtle, backlit glow.
  • Nyro: The angular and architectural Nyro family includes wall light and path light options.

Philips Hue is adding some low-voltage options to its range, making it even easier for consumers to plug and play. They’ll integrate with the existing wall lights, spot lights, and path lights. These are more or less alternatives or siblings to current models

  • Lily: The new Lily XL spot light is larger and provides a more powerful light output.
  • Impress: The popular Impress wall light is now available in a low-voltage version.
  • Econic: Another outdoor favorite, the Econic family now features a low-voltage version.

Among the latest additions to the outdoor collection are wall-mounted fixtures and pathway lights. There are 16 million colors and 50,000 shades of warm-to-cool white light for effortless personalization to create the perfect atmosphere in one’s outdoor space.

Availability

Philips Hue hasn’t detailed exactly when each of the new products will debut in North America, but it indicates the Appear, Lily XL, and Econic arrive in March.

Other Updates

Two other Hue updates coming out this week include the ability to use voice control for Google Assistant, Alexa, and Siri for its Hue Play HDMI Sync Box. The box synchronizes your lights with what’s being displayed on your TV whether it be movies or games.

Secondly, the Philips Hue app is also picking up a software update to display respective battery level for accessories which rely on them. Further, its “Zones” feature is coming out of beta. This makes it more intuitive and user-friendly to group lights within rooms or collect multiple rooms together.

Instead of lighting up an entire living room it would be possible to brighten a corner. Or, rather than turning on one room at a time, you might have the upstairs zone power on all at once.

Get the Pamu Slide Mini wireless earphones for just $60

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The wireless earbuds space is an increasingly crowded one, and the options seem to get better with each release. For every high-end model that hits the market, a low-cost alternative shows up with its own awesome features.

If wireless Bluetooth earbuds are something you’re considering, you might be interested in the current promotion in the AndroidGuys Deals Store. We’re talking about the PaMu Slide Mini, a set of Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds with powerful, deep bass, great battery life, and support for wireless charging.

Ergonomically designed, these earphones stay in your ears no matter how much you jostle them. Enjoy your favorite playlists or podcasts on the go, rain or shine, with an IPX6 water-resistance that keeps your headphones protected from rain, water, and sweat… slip them in your pocket, and go!

Normally valued at $149, we’re offering them at less than half that price in our store. Right now, AndroidGuys readers can purchase a pair of PaMu Slide Mini wireless earbuds for just $60.

 

Available in four different colors, these pair via Bluetooth 5.0 and provide up to 10 hours per charge. Toss them in the convenient carrying case and you’ll find there is enough battery to re-charge them another three times over. That’s right, 40 hours of playtime.

They’re IPX6 water resistant and also protect against sweat so feel free to take them on your next run or trip to the gym. The carrying case charges via USB Type-C and takes just 1.5 hours to fully replenish. Also, these are among the few earbuds on the market at this price which can charge via the Qi wireless standard!

PaMu Slide Mini features

  • Ergonomically designed to stay in your ears
  • IPX6 water-resistance & sweat resistance
  • Powerful bass & crisp mids and highs
  • 40-hour battery time w/ the included charger
  • Mini charging box that is lightweight & smaller than a lighter
  • 6 pairs of eartips
  • Type C and Qi charging

Normally priced $149, they’re yours with a 60 percent discount at just $60. Which color will you purchase: Black, White, Pink, or Green?

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TCL trots out headphones, earbuds, and a sound bar for CES

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TCL, a brand that many readers may only know for its TVs, is in Las Vegas to show off a few other cool things. This years sees the company stepping out from behind the curtain to reveal new smart phones as well as a handful of audio solutions.

Here’s a look at what’s in store now, and in the coming weeks.

SEE: TCL Communications unveils first 5G phone

ACTV200BT

First up is the ACTV200BT, a pair of headphones which feature heart rate sensing technology. Located in the tube of the right earpiece, they can give listeners real-time audio feedback on heart rate. This is perfect for those who might not have a smart watch with a sensor. Moreover, it’s an easy way to help get into a target zone for walking, running, and other activities.

Compatible with a range of third-party health and fitness apps, the ACTV200BT are IPX4 rated against sweat and water and will be offered in a couple of color options. Look for black with orange and white with orange.

SOCL500TWS

TCL’s SOCL500TWS walk the line between ergonomic fit and comfort and respectable audio  and battery. Paired via Bluetooth 5.0, the earbuds take advantage of the natural curve that comes with your inner ear. Rather than relying on the canal itself, this ensures you don’t end up with ear fatigue halfway into a playlist.

Available immediately in purple, blue, orange, and black, these are sweat and splash-proof and offer up to 6.5 hours per charge. Toss them in the accompanying case and you’ll get a grand total of 26 hours. Just 15 minutes on the charger will be good enough for an hour playback.

ACTV500TWS

Made with comfort and ease, and designed for a more active user, the ACTV500TWS earbuds feature memory foam tips that memorize the shape of an ear canal. The 6mm speaker drivers provide rich bass with clear mids and highs.

Available in a black and white design (with orange accents), they’re IPX7 rated against water and sweat and come with three ear caps. The earbuds provide up to 6.5 hours of listening per charge with the carrying case delivering a total of 33 hours. Purchase them for $100 starting from today.

Alto 9+ Soundbar

The Alto 9+ Soundbar features Dolby Atmos and TCL’s custom RAY-DANZ that bounces and reflects sound to create a 3.1 channel sound stage. It provides a wide, natural audio experience with powerful bass and crystal clear dialogue.

Additionally, the TCL Alto 9+ is optimized for Roku TV and automatically configures itself. It boasts integrated sound settings and modes from the TV and can be accessed on the Roku TV remote.

Vizio refreshes TV and sound bar lineup for 2020

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For CES 2020 Vizio is in Las Vegas to show off a TV lineup that’s been refreshed with hardware and software improvements. Moreover, it has some fun things in store for its sound bars, too.

SmartCast

One of the key changes for this year is the inclusion of SmartCast UI 4.0. Available in the 2020 models, it allows for easier switching between inputs, customization settings, and a new remote control with push-to-talk voice capabilities. According to Vizio, the software is expected to reach existing TVs dating back to 2016.

SmartCast already works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Siri; however, the new version is reported make it easier to pair with Assistant and Alexa-compatible devices via the SmartCast Mobile app. The voice remote can also support Wikipedia searches, weather updates, and more.

TVs

For all of its 2020 models announced this week Vizio has included support for HDR10+as well as standard HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision.

Internally, the processors are said to be more efficient at upscaling low-resolution content. Most of the new models include ProGaming Engine, tech that supports Variable Refresh Rates, AMD FreeSync, and 4K gaming at up to 120Hz. All of the new TV sets include HDMI 2.1.

Worth noting, Vizio says that it will offer OLED options, a first for the company. While it hasn’t named the source for panels, or even a series/model, 4K Vizio OLEDs at 55″-65″ space could pave the way for a much more competitive space. If anything, it should help push the conversation forward a bit if and when these arrive.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the different lines of TVs coming from Vizio in 2020. We’ll list them from top of the food chain on down.

P-Series Quantum X

  • 65” – 85”
  • Quantum Color
  • Up to 792 local dimming zones
  • Up to UltraBright 3000
  • IQ Ultra Processor
  • VIZIO ProGaming Engine

P-Series Quantum

  • 65” – 75”
  • Quantum Color
  • Up to 240 local dimming zones
  • Up to UltraBright 1200
  • IQ Ultra Processor
  • VIZIO ProGaming Engine

M-Series Quantum

  • 43” – 70”
  • Quantum Color
  • Up to 90 local dimming zones
  • Up to UltraBright 800
  • IQ Active Processor
  • VIZIO ProGaming Engine

V-Series Quantum

  • 40” – 75”
  • 4K UHD resolution
  • Dolby Vision HDR
  • Full Array backlight
  • IQ Active processor
  • VIZIO Gaming Engine

Sound Bars

Vizio isn’t just about making high-end TVs with affordable price tags as it’s been getting increasingly deeper into home theater audio options.

For CES 2020, its sound bar lineup is getting a reshuffle and refresh to more closely align with its popular M-Series and V-Series 4K televisions. Moreover, it’s also introducing a new sound bar to complement its forthcoming OLED TVs.

The all-new VIZIO Elevate Sound Bar features a unique design that lets it work on its own or dock seamlessly with the new OLED TV. The system includes two-way left, center, and right front speakers that utilize a separate tweeter, as well as dual-midbass drivers, and passive radiators.

Additionally, it has a wireless 8-inch subwoofer for booming bass and two satellite surround speakers. The system supports DTS Virtual:X, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X audio.

The bar has a pair of high-performance upfiring channels that remain front-facing for stereo and 5.1 content, but will automatically rotate upward for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X signals.

Vizio M-Series All-in-one Sound Bar

Also new for 2020, the M-Series All-in-One Sound Bar enhances your home theater experience without taking up additional space. With six total drivers, the speaker has dual subwoofers built into its body and offers DTS Virtual:X audio quality.

M-Series

  • Up to 6 Total Drivers
  • Up to 103 SPL
  • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X
  • HDMI Input/HDMI (eARC)
  • 4K HDR Pass-through
  • Voice Assistant Input
  • Front Surround Mode (M51a only)
  • Dual Stereo Mode

V-Series

  • Up to 6 Total Drivers
  • Up to 96 SPL
  • DTS Virtual:X
  • HDMI (ARC)
  • Voice Assistant Input
  • Front Surround Mode (V51 only)
  • Dual Stereo Mode (V51 only)

Availability

Look for more pricing and information on the various TVs and sound bars as we get closer to their respective launches.

Plugable’s new USB-C docking station goes crazy with 100 watts of power, 14 ports

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Plugable on Tuesday unveiled three new products at CES 2020 in Las Vegas. Leading the way is the TBT3-UDZ docking station which features 100-watt power delivery and some 14 connection ports.

The new TBT3-UDZ docking station is based on Intel’s “Titan Ridge” Thunderbolt 3 controllers and supports two DisplayPort 1.4 streams over a single Thunderbolt 3 connection.

Thanks to the Titan Ridge platform, users can add two external displays to a single Thunderbolt port, both of which can be 4K resolution at 60Hz each. For USB-C it supports two external displays up to 4K at 30Hz each.

Let’s talk about ports and connections, shall we? Plugable’s new dock offers 14 physical ports. If you’re looking to maximize space in an office, or go all-out with devices, you’ll love what’s in store.

  • Up to 100W Power Delivery to host
  • 2x DisplayPort 1.4 or 2x HDMI 2.0 ports
    • When used with compatible Thunderbolt 3 systems can achieve 2x 4K@60Hz displays
    • When used with compatible Windows USB-C systems, can achieve 2x 4K@30Hz
      displays
  • 7x USB ports
    • 1x USB 10Gbps port with BC 1.2 charging
    • 1x USB 10Gbps port
    • 5x USB 5Gbps ports
  • 1x SD Card slot
  • MicroSD Card slot
  • Combination Audio Input/Output port

Plugable’s new TBT3-UDZ dock goes on sale this spring for $300.

Next up is Plugable’s new USB-C to HDMI adapter which arrives in the second quarter for just $40. It features a male USB-C connector on one end with two female HDMI 2.0 ports at the other and supports multi-stream transport via DisplayPort 1.4 to transmit data up to 25.9Gbps. In layman’s terms that’s support for two displays with 4K resolutions at 60Hz.

Rounding things out, Plugable’s 2.5Gbps USB Ethernet adapter comes with USB-C connection with an attached USB-A adapter and can deliver data transfer speeds up to 2.5Gbps. It arrives in the second quarter with a $50 price tag.

Skagen Falster 3 announced with Snapdragon 3100 and 1GB RAM

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Skagen has just announced the latest Wear OS-based smartwatch, the Falster 3. Available immediately, it keeps pace with other modern watches based on the platform.

Key among the updated features in this generation are the inclusion of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 3100 processor as well as a speaker which can be used for alert and taking calls.

Priced $295, it largely resembles the Falster 2 with its rotating crown and two side buttons. To us, the Skagen is a more stylish and fashionable approach to Wear OS than others in the Fossil line.

Internally, the Falster 3 is nearly identical to the Fossil Gen 5 which includes 1GB RAM and 8GB storage. The case measure 42mm which is right about the median size for Wear OS watches.

Other noteworthy features include NFC for mobile payments, GPS, and a waterproof protection up to 30 meters. Similar to other recent Wear OS models, users can toggle various battery modes to extend the life per charge.

The addition of a speaker makes it possible to hear callers as well as music, audible translations, and other Google Assistant-based responses.

The Skagen Falster 3 is available in leather and metal mesh bracelet straps as well as a silicone mesh option. Users can replace the straps with standard 22mm bands. A limited edition variant is on the horizon, thanks to a collaboration with Norwegian DJ Kygo.

The Skagen Falster 3 is priced $295 and can be purchased today wherever Fossil and Skagen watches tend to be sold. The Kygo version goes on sale later this spring.

Whistle FIT wearable for dogs monitors your best friend

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Whistle has been making pet-tracking products for a few years now, having first gotten started with what many termed a “Fitbit for dogs”. Over time it evolved to include GPS-enabled tracking devices which could be used to locate lost pets. For 2020, however, its new product isn’t about tracking so much as better understanding your dog.

The Whistle FIT, available on January 21 ($80) is a collar-worn device that monitors your beloved dogs activities and behaviors. Paired with a mobile app, it gives owners insight and recommendations based on variables such as age, weight, and breed.

Similar to many of today’s activity trackers (for humans), it can show active minutes, calories burned, distance traveled, and more. Indeed, it can reveal whether your dog has been excessively scratching, licking, and sleeping.

According to Whistle, FIT can detect 50+ samples of a dog’s movements every second. The company then analyzes this information to detect behavioral patterns that you might need to know about. It plans to leverage that data and introduce additional features over time.

Whistle Labs also added a Nutrition feature to its portfolio which will work with the FIT as well as its existing GO and GO Explore trackers. With a database of 3,000+ types of dog foods, it can calculate the amount that an owner should be giving its dog based on age, breed, weight, activity level/calories burned, and type of dog food.

Availability

The Whistle FIT will be available to order on January 21st for $79.95. A Whistle Wellness subscription is required for each device and cost $35.40 per year, or $2.95 per month.

Roborock unveils H6 handheld vacuum at CES

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Roborock, a Chinese brands that specializes in advanced home robotics and vacuum cleaners, has revealed its first handheld unit, the H6.  At the same time, it introduced a more wallet-friendly approach to its S6 robot vacuum.

Roborock H6

After having been in the works for nearly three years, the Roborock H6 arrives with a stick design and plenty of accessories in tow. Features include a 3,160mAh battery, a 420W motor, and 140 AW (air watts) of suction power. Oh, and that battery? It’s Lithium-Ion Polymer, a first for the cordless stick industry.

According to Roborock, the H6 can get up to 90 minutes of usage in Eco Mode. Switch over to Max Mode, though, and you’ll get around 10 minutes of usage.

The H6 weighs in at a just three pounds which means it travels very well. Not only is it good for floors in the home and office, but it’s designed to clean cars, beds, furniture and other hard-to-reach spots.

A five-stage air purification system filters up to 99.97% of particles that you’ll suck up, putting out only the purest of air in the end. It will grab pollen, dander, mites, and other incredibly tiny (0.3μm) particulates.

Drawing on its track record of solid robot  vacuums, the Roborock H6 can automatically detect when it’s on carpet. As such, suction power is increased to the tune of nearly 4000RPM. On hard floors it hums along at 1100RPM with a soft floor brush roller lifting dust and debris.

Roborock has tested and tuned its H6 for endurance; it retains 85% of its power after 600 cycles and can handle at least 800 cleaning hours.

A 1.3-inch OLED screen displays how much battery remains and also provides at-a-glance view of the cleaning mode. It can also alert the user when it’s time for a little bit of maintenance. Speaking of which, the front and rear filters, and entire dustbin are removable for washing.

Roborock S6 Pure

Roborock hasn’t offered up too many details on its latest robot vacuum, the S6 Pure, but we do understand that it features the same high-precision laser navigation system and advanced mapping software that’s found in the S6. Likewise, it’s equipped with thirteen sensor types that help it avoid falls and automatically activate boost mode when carpet is detected.

 

The S6 Pure includes a tank that holds up to 180ml of water which is good for up to 1,600+ square feet (150sm). This puts it about 30 percent higher capacity than the S6.

Availability

The Roborock H6 and Roborock S6 Pure will be available for $449 and $549, respectively, when the arrive in Q2.

Epson adds Android TV to its streaming laser projectors

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Epson this week announced the EF-100W and EF-100B Smart Streaming Laser Projectors, tapping them with a release later this month.

The portable projectors bake Android TV inside and offer an image up to 150 inches in size, thanks to a proprietary Epson Cinema Lens. The projectors come with a dedicated remote with built-in Google Assistant voice search.

READ: Epson Home Cinema 3200 4K projector review

The new projectors offer an incredibly high 2,000 lumens of color and white brightness and practically beg to stream content from your favorite sources. At that rate it works great even when the lights are on.

Features

  • Aspect Ratio: 16:10
  • Resolution: Native: 1280 x 800 HD widescreen, Maximum: 1920 x 1080
  • Resize: 16:9, 4:3
  • Size – projected distance: 22″ – 150″ (Zoom: Wide and Zoom: Tele)
  • Color Processing: Full 10-bit
  • Color Reproduction: Full-color (up to 16.77 million colors)
  • Light Source Life: Normal Mode: 12,000 hours, Extended Mode: 20,000 hours

The EF-100 will be offered in white and silver as well as a black and copper design and both should fit nicely into any environment.

Other features include a “True 3-Chip Projector Design” which displays 100 percent of the RGB color signal. Not only is it accurate to the source, but it does so without overdoing any colors or “rainbowing” effect that’s common in lower-end projectors.

Look for the EF-100W (White) and EF-100B (Black) on sale for $999.99 in late January.

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