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* Key Takeaways: * Art TVs—matte-screen sets that display fine art when idle—are becoming mainstream, driven by smaller living spaces and display tech advances. * CES 2026 introduced several new models: Amazon Ember Artline ($899, 2,000 included artworks with Alexa AI curation), Hisense CanvasTV, TCL NXTvision, and LG Gallery TV.
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* Motorola introduced the Razr Fold, its first book-style foldable, marking a shift from years of clamshell designs. * The company also teased a wearable AI concept alongside the Razr Fold, but provided few details. * Motorola (owned by Lenovo Group Ltd.) did not disclose specs, pricing, or a release date; it says
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• Motorola introduced two flagship devices at Lenovo Tech World 2026, including its first foldable phone. • The company launched a new ultra‑premium franchise, Motorola Signature, which earned DXOMARK recognition. • A special edition FIFA razr and expanded FIFA and F1 partnerships were revealed. • Motorola showcased AI that unifies Motorola and Lenovo
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• EliteBoard G1a is a full Windows 11 PC integrated into a membrane keyboard, designed by HP for ultraportable workspaces. • It uses an AMD Ryzen AI 300-series processor (up to 50 TOPS NPU), supports Windows 11 Pro for Business and is part of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC program. • The unit is
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* Razer is committing $600 million to a new AI-focused product strategy covering hardware and software. * The lineup includes Project Ava over-ear headphones, a high‑powered AI workstation PC, and an open-source AI developer kit. * Products are aimed at both consumers (gamers, creators) and coders/business customers. * The company showcased the
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* Key Takeaways: * Dell UltraSharp 52 (U5226KW) is a 52-inch 6K (6144 x 2560) IPS monitor that can be divided into up to four virtual screens. * Ports include 2× HDMI 2.1, 2× DisplayPort 1.4, 1× Thunderbolt 4 (140W), multiple USB-C and USB-A ports; price $2,899, shipping in January.
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* DLSS 4.5’s second‑generation transformer model is available now for all RTX GPUs via the Nvidia App. * Dynamic Multi‑Frame Generation (DMFG) — a Blackwell GPU exclusive — is slated for Spring 2026 and expands frame‑generation capabilities. * Two transformer profiles (Model M and Model L) are included now; Nvidia
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• Key Takeaways: * ASUS ROG celebrated 20 years at CES 2026, unveiling new laptops, desktops, motherboards, displays, and peripherals. * Zephyrus G14/G16 adopt Intel Core Ultra and NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs; Zephyrus Duo debuts a dual 3K OLED setup. * ROG partnered with Kojima Productions for the Flow Z13-KJP and with XREAL for
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• Key Takeaways: * Klipsch launches The Fives II, The Sevens II and The Nines II with Onkyo-engineered electronics at CES 2026. * New BMC Tractrix horn baffle, redesigned woofers and expanded dynamic headroom promise clearer highs and tighter bass. * Full streaming stack (Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Spotify/Tidal/Qobuz Connect), Roon Ready
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• Key Takeaways: * Asus ROG Xreal R1 are lightweight extended-reality gaming glasses built with Xreal and aimed at gamers. * They use dual 240Hz micro‑OLED 1080p lenses with a 57° field of view and a virtual 171" screen at four meters. * Connect via single USB‑C to devices like the
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* HyperX becomes the master gaming brand for HP after combining OMEN and HyperX to deliver end-to-end gaming hardware and software. * New products include the HyperX OMEN MAX 16 gaming laptop, HyperX OMEN OLED 34 monitor, HyperX Clutch Tachi Xbox-licensed arcade controller, and an EEG headset co-developed with Neurable. * The OMEN
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Key Takeaways: * Dell is reinstating the XPS laptop brand after retiring it during a 2025 rebrand that replaced legacy names with labels like Dell Pro. * Limited configurations of the XPS 14 and XPS 16 will be available immediately; a 13-inch XPS is planned later this year. * A Dell executive acknowledged