While this past week hasn’t been the busiest in terms of big tech launches, we’ve nevertheless gotten some new hardware news throughout the last few days, and from some considerably big brands to note as well. This includes new Kindle models from Amazon, Lenovo’s rugged Watch Pro, as well as Xiaomi’s newest Google TV-powered streaming stick. Let’s check them out!
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Need an Affordable Smartwatch? Meet the CMF Watch 3 Pro
Nothing recently added a new piece to its product lineup with the arrival of the CMF Watch 3 Pro, which falls under Nothing’s more affordable CMF sub-brand. Priced starting at £99, the Watch 3 Pro wants to win over budget buyers who are after a wide set of features designed for health and fitness tracking. This includes a newer dual-brand GPS which is capable of providing more accurate positioning data, as well as route tracking for different locales and such. For heart data tracking, there’s also a new four-channel HR sensor which Nothing says is better-tuned for more accurate readings.
The Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) is Now Official
Xiaomi finally announced its newest streaming device, which it simply dubs the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen). In addition to 4K content support, the TV Stick 4K also supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, as well as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. Xiaomi says that the stick features a 6nm processor inside, which integrates a 2.5GHz quad-core A55 CPU and 64-bit processor architecture for a smoother user experience overall. For connectivity, you’re also getting WiFi 6 which should be more than enough for most streaming scenarios and setups.
Lenovo’s New Watch Pro Debuts in China
It’s a busy time for the smart wearable market—Lenovo recently announced a new addition to its smart device lineup with the launch of the Lenovo Watch Pro, which is currently exclusive to the Chinese market. One of the device’s best features is its impressive battery life, which Lenovo claims can extend for up to 20 days on a single charge. It’s also relatively inexpensive as well, as the Watch Pro is priced at just CNY 499, which is around £50-60 when converted. It also comes with a wide selection of health and fitness tracking features such as 70 different workout modes, as well as support for detailed metrics like calories burned and activity records.
Honor Stealthily Launches a New Compact Budget Tablet
While they’ve seemingly died out a few years prior, it seems that compact Android tablets are starting to appear on the market again—enter the Honor Pad X7, an affordable device which was recently announced for select markets. The tablet comes with an 8.7-inch display which features a modest 1340 x 800 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 680 chip accompanied by up to 6GB of RAM (starting at 4GB) and up to 128GB of internal storage, and a 7020 mAh battery which should be enough for users who just want an on-the-go streaming device.
Amazon Expands its Colorsoft Kindle Lineup with Two New Models
Amazon also introduced new products with the launch of two new models, the “new” 16GB Kindle Colorsoft and the Kindle Colorsoft Kids. The new Kindle Colorsoft (16 GB) is now available for £239.99, and includes pretty much comes with all the usual features of previous Kindles alongside the newer high-contrast Colorsoft display. Meanwhile, the Kindle Colorsoft Kids is priced at £259.99 and comes with an illustrated cover for kids, as well as a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids+, and a two-year “worry-free” guarantee.
