CES 2024

MSI unveils new AI-ready laptops for gaming, more

Published

January 9, 2024

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MSI is ushering in a new era by introducing a new wave of AI-ready laptops and new 18-inch gaming laptops at CES 2024.

These devices are all powered by the brand new Intel Core Ultra processors while MSI’s refreshed series of 18-inch gaming laptops feature new 14th Gen HX-series processors.

Intel Core UItra is designed to handle sustained AI workloads, while the Intel Core i9 processors are able to respond quickly to such workloads for more optimized usage for gaming or content creation.

MSI is also launching the AI Software Suite to fortify creatives and business professionals with additional services like AI Artist and AI Noise Cancellation Pro for its line of productivity laptops.

New 18-inch gaming laptops

Headlining the new wave are the Titan 18 HX, Raider 18 HX, and Stealth 18 AI Studio. The first two laptops are equipped with 14th Gen Intel Core i9 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series graphics.

The three new devices have 18-inch 4K 120Hz mini-LED displays for ultra-high resolution, aided by DisplayHDR 1000 and wide color gamut coverage.

Particularly, the Titan 18 HX features the biggest new vapor chamber cooler thermal solution and supports MSI OverBoost Ultra for an industry-first 270W total power; the Raider 18 HX isn’t far behind at all with a full total power of 250W.

The Titan 18 HX also has a revamped Cherry Switch Mechanical Keyboard. The redesigned Raider 18 HX, meanwhile, boasts the iconic matrix light bar and a new 3D stand to optimize cooling airflow.

Prestige series: Thin, powerful productivity

Meanwhile, a new Prestige AI series powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors shall come in the Prestige 16, Prestige 14, and Prestige 13 variants.

Starring the lineup is the Prestige 16 AI. The 1.5-kilogram lightweight houses a 99.9WHr battery for up to 19 hours of battery life, among other key features.

The devices are all certified by Intel Evo and NVIDIA Studio for high performance, while having the GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs enable the laptops to deliver top-notch help for creatives.

All three models also have 16:10 OLED displays with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut for true-to-life visuals.

Content creator series

On the content creation side, MSI has refreshed the Z17 HX Studio, Creator 16 AI Studio, Creator M14, and Creator M16 HX with a handful of enhancements.

The Creator Z17 HX features a vapor chamber cooler thermal design; the Creator 16 AI Studio has an enhanced visual experience with its 16:10 OLED display, while the new M14 and M16 HX models give customers more options to choose from.

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CES 2024

TCL at CES 2024

Largest QD-Mini LED TV, RayNeo X2 Lite AR Glasses, NXTPAPER 14 Pro Tablets

Published

January 17, 2024

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TCL, one of the leaders in the current TV technology, has showcased not just a new industry-leading 115-inch QD-mini LED TV.

They are showcasing over 100 smart products including a new smart glasses, their next-gen NXTPAPER tablets, greener appliances, and even hosting a sporting world superstar.

All of that coming up later in this video so buckle up.

Here’s our round-up of TCL’s best at CES 2024!

CES 2024

Lenovo unveils over 40 new AI-powered products

AI for all, tech for all

Published

January 16, 2024

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Lenovo is making AI even more tangible and accessible for everyone. At CES 2024, Lenovo announced more than 40 new devices powered by AI.

The list includes products from its popular Yoga, ThinkBook, ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, and Legion lines.

Lenovo Yoga Creator Zone

New Lenovo Yoga Windows 11 laptops are equipped with Lenovo Yoga Creator Zone, an exclusive software for artists and creators.

This software harnesses the power of generative AI, offering image generation from text-based descriptions or sketches. This eliminates the need for complex codes and prompts.

Lenovo AI Core Chip

The new Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and Yoga 9i 2-in-1, meanwhile, come with a physical Lenovo AI Core Chip. This complements the latest Intel Core Ultra processors inside these devices.

Both models have a Copilot key that leverages AI for answers, summarizing emails, generating images, and other useful features.

On the other hand, the Lenovo Tab M11 tablet have Nebo and MyScript calculator 2 already built in.

These useful features enable users to convert handwriting into text and solve equations and functions in real-time, respectively.

Lenovo AI Now Personal Assistant

When it comes to personal AI, Lenovo is working on a new solution designed to enable end-user interaction through natural language.

This provisionary Lenovo AI Now Personal Assistant interacts based on users’ on-device knowledge base.

The AI assistant is expected to streamline workflows and enhance collaborations on a more personal and immersive manner.

Other tasks that can be streamlined include checking or changing common settings, searching and summarizing emails and documents, creating meeting invitations, and more.

This innovation is going to be rolled out in China within the first half of 2024.

Intel-powered experiences

Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon, ThinkPad X1 2-in1, and IdeaPad Pro 5i will likewise get dedicated AI acceleration support.

Enabled by Copilot for Windows, this shall enhance the devices’ efficiency and capabilities for users.

AI-powered assistive tech solutions

Lastly, Lenovo is also working on its assistive technology solutions for the benefit of people with special needs and those with disabilities.

The new technologies include a hyper-realistic AI avatar developed with DeepBrain AI to preserve personality and power communication.

There is also an on-device, personal LLM for predictive text made by Lenovo’s AI Innovation Center.

Other innovations include an eye-tracking hardware tested on Lenovo devices and an AI-optimized multi-modal input platform.

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Google announces Android feature updates at CES 2024

Fast Pair for Chromecast, Quick Share, more

Published

January 16, 2024

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At CES 2024, Google has announced significant updates for Android users which are designed to enhance user experience and connectivity.

These upgrades cover file-sharing, screen-casting, device-pairing, and even electric vehicle features. They will automatically roll out on all compatible Android devices soon.

Quick Share

To start off, Google and Samsung are partnering for Quick Share, a unified cross-Android solution for peer-to-peer content sharing.

This will integrate the best features of Nearby Share and Samsung’s Quick Share to become the default built-in option for file-sharing. Quick Share will also be pre-installed on Windows PCs to expand its reach across devices.

Fast Pair support to Chromecast with Google TV

Fast Pair, meanwhile, is expanding to Chromecast with Google TV for hassle-free Bluetooth accessory pairing on compatible headphones and speakers while watching movies and shows.

Chromecast itself will soon be available across more devices, like the 2024 LG TV series and LG Hospitality and Healthcare devices.

Android Auto upgrades for EVs

Lastly, electric vehicles compatible with Android Auto can now share time battery information with Google Maps.

Top car brands will soon feature Google built in too. They will integrate Maps, Assistant, and other apps directly into cars’ displays so users can send planned trips from their phones to Maps on their car displays.