Samsung takes on home appliances with its Ikea-like modular fridge and more
At IFA 2019, Samsung introduced a range of techy home appliances, including a modular fridge concept, a quiet air purifier, a powerful cordless vacuum, and a dual oven that can cook and steam at the same time. Plus, there's a wardrobe that can steam or dry your clothes as you store them.
Sphero’s new mini robot kits hone your STEM and soccer skills
Kick and pass your way down the field with Sphero's new soccer-themed mini robot. Then pull out the company's new mini activity kit which is chock full of miniature obstacle building blocks that'll challenge your coding skills.
5G phones to be cheaper in 2020 as Qualcomm expands support for Snapdragon chips
Cheaper 5G phones are coming thanks to Qualcomm, as it said it's adding 5G connectivity to its Snapdragon 6-Series and 7-Series chipsets in 2020. Twelve manufacturers have signed on to use the 5G Snapdragon 7-series chip, ranging from Motorola to HMD Global, maker of Nokia phones.
Stick with Android One, Motorola. Your phones are better for it
The Motorola One Zoom is the first Motorola One phone that's not in the Android One program. It's a step in the wrong direction for all parties, as it means you won't get 3 years of security updates and 2 years of version upgrades. But if you voice your concern loud enough, Motorola might change its mind.
Huawei’s Kirin 990 processor has 5G, A.I. overload, and 10 billion transistors
Huawei has announced the Kirin 990 chip, destined for its next generation of phones. It comes in two forms, one with 4G and the other with 5G. The 5G model is powerful, capable, and filled with additional artificial intelligence ability compared to the Kirin 980. It's expected to debut on the Mate 30.
F(x)tec Pro 1, the phone with a full-size keyboard, is available for pre-order
Want a full-size keyboard? Want a larger screen than BlackBerry's Key2 can provide? Well, check out the Pro 1 from a company called F(x)tec. It has outfitted a QWERTY keyboard on a large 5.99-inch smartphone for the best of both worlds. Now you don't need to miss out on the bezel-less trend.
Lenovo announces a pair of gorgeous monitors with innovative stands at IFA 2019
Lenovo has unveiled three cool, new monitors at IFA 2019. The first two, known as Q24i and Q27q, are built for gaming and entertainment. And the third one, called the ThinkVision S28u, appears to be designed for businesses. Here’s everything you need to know about Lenovo’s newest monitors.
JBL’s colorful new wireless speakers brighten up any party or situation
JBL came out with a slew of new audio products for IFA 2019, including the colorful Pulse 4, the Link Music and Link Portable smart speaker duo, and three new soundbar packages that can add immersive sound to any size of home theater. They all arrive this fall and we've got the low-down on prices and features.
Lenovo brings powerful graphics to its refreshed Yoga convertibles and laptops
Lenovo refreshed its line of Yoga laptops and convertibles, and a few of these models now feature Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060. With discrete graphics support and new 10th-Gen Intel processors, these laptops still boast a thin and light design, but they will deliver significantly better performance for gaming.
Google’s Ambient Mode turns phone screens into Assistant-powered smart displays
Google's Ambient Mode turns select smartphones and tablets into Assistant-powered smart displays, with an interface resembling the one on the Nest Hub. The feature is limited to the Nokia 6.2 and the Nokia 7.2, along with new tablets from Lenovo, but it's unclear if it will make its way to other devices.
Withings Move ECG hybrid smartwatch makes its European debut
Earlier this year, Withings unveiled the Move ECG, a hybrid smartwatch with a built-in ECG unit. Now, it's ready to release the watch to the world, starting first in Europe. It plays a dual role -- as both a classic timepiece and fitness tracker -- and will cost 130 British pounds or euros ($143 U.S.).
Sony Xperia 5: Everything you need to know about Sony’s smaller flagship phone
Sony has taken to the stage at IFA 2019 to release a brand new flagship smartphone. With a smaller footprint than the tall Xperia 1, the Xperia 5 is the powerful flagship phone for those who want a slightly smaller phone. Here's absolutely everything you need to know about the Sony Xperia 5.
Philips unveils a pair of Bluetooth speakers that are works of art
There may be more Bluetooth speakers available than is possible to count, but they're generally not very attractive objects. Philips is aiming to change that, with a range of audio products created in partnership with Scandinavian designer Georg Jensen. The devices were announced at IFA 2019.
Withings Move ECG review: An affordable electrocardiogram alternative
The Apple Watch Series 4 starts at $400, and while it’s feature-packed, the highlight is the electrocardiogram, which has the potential to save lives. Withings’ Move ECG has the same capability but at a fraction of the cost. It’s not as smart as the Apple Watch, but it works on Android and iOS as well.
Sony updates its wireless headphones with new noise-canceling processor
Good news for sporty audio lovers: At IFA 2019, Sony announced it will be expanding its range of noise-canceling headphones to include a new wireless model. As well as the true wireless WF-1000XM3s and the beloved over-ear WH-1000XM3s, Sony is releasing a wireless model called the WI-1000XM2.
The Aalto Explorer drone lets people explore under the sea using VR
If you've ever wanted to experience life beneath the waves without getting your feet wet, now's your chance. A project called the Aalto Explorer will let members of the public get a first-person view from an underwater drone using VR. At IFA 2019, Digital Trends spoke with team member Annie Tran about the project.
Hisense announces a massive 85-inch 8K TV and three new Laser TVs at IFA 2019
Hisense has announced a brand new 8K TV and some additions to its 4K Laser TV range at IFA 2019. To be more precise, it's added three new models to its Laser family: the 100L5 Sonic Screen, the 100L9, and the L9 TriChroma. But let's not beat about the bush: it's the 8K U9E that's the star of the show.
The Motorola One Zoom packs four cameras at half the price of the Galaxy Note 10
Following the Motorola One Action, the Motorola One Zoom is a midrange phone with a whopping four camera lenses. It also comes in a gorgeous purple, has an in-display fingerprint sensor, the Snapdragon 675 processor, and more important is how it has a camera lens for every situation.
The inside story of TCL’s display-driven, slow-burn plan for phone supremacy
TCL has launched its first TCL-branded smartphone in Europe, the TCL Plex. The phone is a very small part of the real story. Digital Trends sat down with the firm to talk about how it intends to make a name for itself, what's in store for the future, and to see some exciting foldable smartphone concepts.
The Diesel On Axial might be the most unique-looking Wear OS smartwatch to date
Diesel has announced a new smartwatch called the Diesel On Axial. The watch features a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor, plenty of storage, a heart rate monitor, and more. It also offers a new feature that allows users to make and take phone calls from both Android phones and iPhones.
The Moto E6 Plus brings a new look and a big screen, but keeps the low price
Motorola's Moto E6 Plus is the latest in its most affordable phone range, joining the similarly-priced but smaller Moto E6. It's not for sale in the U.S. -- at least not yet. Size isn't the only difference over the Moto E6. There's an additional camera, a slicker design, and a 6.1-inch screen.
Michael Kors’ three new Wear OS smartwatches are stylish and heavy on features
Michael Kors has announced three new Wear OS smartwatches, including the new Access MKGO -- which is the company's first fitness-focused smartwatch, and its lightest. Alongside the MKGO, the company has also launched the new Access Lexington 2 and the Access Bradshaw 2, which are more powerful.
Asus ProArt StudioBook One hands-on review
Asus has broken new ground with its ProArt StudioBook One. It packs a fullsize Nvidia Quadro RTX6000 in its lid, making it the most graphically powerful laptop ever made. It's more powerful than most high-end desktops. To keep that and its Core i9 CPU cool, it has a unique cooling solution too.
Acer’s Swift 5, Swift 3 get powerful with Intel’s 10th-gen Ice Lake processors
At the IFA tech show in Berlin, Acer announced refreshed versions of its popular Swift 3 and Swift 5 notebooks. Both models are picking up significant performance upgrades to Intel's 10th-gen Ice Lake processors, and the Swift 5 is now getting a big upgrade to optional Nvidia MX250 graphics.
Adidas joins the wireless headphone game with two models designed for athletes
You can now add Adidas to the growing list of companies making wireless headphones. The company has debuted two new models, one with an on-ear headband style, and an around-the-neck earbud set designed to be sweatproof for workouts. Neither offer noise-canceling or voice assistant support.
Blink too fast and miss it: New Asus gaming laptops feature 300Hz displays
Asus has a history with fast gaming displays, and previously introduced a laptop with a 240Hz panel, as well as a 4K UHD laptop running at 120Hz. At the IFA tech show in Berlin, the company is one-upping itself and is now announcing a gaming laptop with a 300Hz display panel.
Acer Predator Triton 500 is an unstoppable gaming laptop with a 300Hz screen
If you're worried your screen is too slow or not responsive enough to handle your fast action games, Acer's Predator Triton 500 gaming laptop has you covered. This powerful gaming notebook boasts a 15-inch FHD display with a superfast 300Hz refresh rate to eliminate screen tearing and help you keep up with the action.
Puma’s first smartwatch is here, running Google’s Wear OS, and its purrfect
Sports and lifestyle brand Puma has made its first smartwatch running Google's Wear OS platform, and it's called the Puma Smartwatch. It’s perfect for anyone who doesn’t want to wear a gold or stainless steel designer smartwatch when lifting weights, or out pounding the streets on a run.
Asus amps up the ROG Phone 2 with new 1TB Ultimate Edition
You can't even buy the regular Asus ROG Phone 2 yet, but that hasn't stopped the company from announcing a new Ultimate Edition of the monster gaming phone. What makes it ultimate? Asus has doubled the amount of storage space and given the phone a new color scheme and finish. Details are still coming in, so here's what we know.
The Asus ProArt StudioBook One rivals desktop power with its Quadro RTX 6000
After having launched its ProArt PA90 desktop, Asus is expanding its focus on creative professionals with an augmented lineup of ProArt PCs, including two StudioBook laptops, a new ProArt workstation, and a ProArt monitor designed to take on Apple's new Mac Pro and ProDisplay XDR this fall.
Acer’s refreshed ConceptD Pro notebooks bring serious gaming power to creators
At IFA 2019, Acer refreshed its ConceptD line of laptops, pairing Nvidia Quadro RTX 5000 graphics with Intel's Core i9 processor on the flagship ConceptD 9 Pro laptop, making it great for creative work and gaming. Like the previous model, the Ezel Aero hinge allows the 17-inch display to recline, tilt, and fold.
The 300Hz Predator Triton 500 is complete overkill, but we love it anyway
Acer's Predator Triton 500 has an impressive new upgrade that goes beyond any gaming display we've seen before. At 300Hz and with a 3ms response time, it could be the fastest gaming display in the world. The question is, is it worth paying extra for, while sacrificing resolution?
Acer’s new thin-bezel, lightweight Chromebooks come in all sizes
At the IFA tech show in Berlin, Acer is announcing four new Chromebook models. Available in 14-inch, 15.6-inch, and 11.6-inch sizes, the new devices pack long battery life, slim and light designs, and everything you need for productivity and entertainment when on the go.
HMD Global’s five new Nokia phones range from cute to sophisticated
HMD has unveiled 5 Nokia phones out of IFA 2019, and they include three feature phones and two midrange smartphones. The feature phones are the Nokia 110, Nokia 2270, a flip phone, and the Nokia 800 Tough, a rugged phone. There's also the Nokia 7.2 and Nokia 6.2 midrange phones. Only one is coming to the U.S., though.
Audio-Technica makes heads spin with new turntable, and bass-heavy earbuds
Audio-Technica has announced a new high performance turntable with a price that belies its features, and two pairs of wireless headphones to increase its presence in this competitive space. Digital Trends listened to them ahead of the launch, and here's what you need to know.
Quirky and cheap: No wonder HMD sells more Nokia dumb phones than smartphones
HMD Global is one of the few companies still investing in feature phones, and it has announced three new models — the Nokia 110, the Nokia 2720, and the Nokia 800 Tough. Sounds like madness, doesn’t it? It's not, and we sat down with the company to understand why feature phones still matter.
Razer brings Ice Lake, GTX 1650 power to 13-inch Blade Stealth laptops
Razer is announcing three refreshed versions of its 13-inch Blade Stealth gaming laptops. Promising a significant performance improvement, the all-new Stealth models feature Intel's 10th-generation Ice Lake processors under the hood. Higher-end models boast an optional GTX 1650 graphics card.
Sonos’ first portable Bluetooth speaker likely to debut at IFA next week
In what appears to be confirmation that Sonos is working on its first Bluetooth product, an FCC filing and leaked product photos shows a speaker that bears a strong resemblance to the Sonos One. Given Sonos' plans to attend IFA, the speaker is likely to debut at the electronics show in Berlin next week.