Robo-dogs, Barbie phones, and smart rings: the coolest tech innovations of 2024

The year 2024 brings stunning innovations to the world of technology. We share with you a review of the most exciting new products.

Launch of the flagship HONOR Magic6 Pro smartphone

The HONOR Magic6 Pro demonstrates innovative developments in screen specifications, image quality, and a new user experience based on artificial intelligence technologies. HONOR presented MagicOS 8.0 — the latest version of the operating system based on Android 14 and a new interface that anticipates users' desires.

New HONOR MagicBook Pro 16 laptop

HONOR announced the latest HONOR MagicBook Pro 16 laptop, equipped with artificial intelligence technologies to ensure seamless use of ecosystem devices running different operating systems, synchronization of notifications, and productive work with files and applications on smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

New HONOR Pad 9 tablet

HONOR has also released the HONOR Pad 9 tablet for work and entertainment in a mobile format. The tablet is equipped with a 12.1-inch 2.5K resolution screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, as well as an audio system with eight speakers located on three sides. Additionally, buyers can purchase a convenient keyboard for productive work with documents.

HMD presents the Barbie phone

Human Mobile Devices, HMD, known for its Nokia phones, has shifted its focus to budget Android and feature phones. After announcing its first profitable year, HMD is rebranding to Human Mobile Devices and will release an HMD phone, a Nokia phone, and a Barbie flip phone this year. The Barbie phone, created in collaboration with Mattel, will be pink and is positioned as a device for digital detox.

Source: The Verge

Motorola's Adaptive Display: a smartphone on the wrist

Motorola presented the conceptual Adaptive Display gadget at MWC 2024. This device combines the functionality of a smartphone with the appearance of a bracelet, allowing it to be worn on the wrist. The flexible frame allows the device to change shape depending on the user's preferences. The pOLED display has a diagonal of 6.9 inches in the unfolded state and 4.6 inches in bracelet mode.

Source: hi-tech.mail

OnePlus Watch 2: two processors, two OSs, and one screen

OnePlus presented the OnePlus Watch 2 smartwatch with two processors and two operating systems, but with one screen. These watches are equipped with two chipsets, 2 GB of RAM, and 32 GB of flash memory. The watches support intelligent and power-saving modes, have a number of features, including sleep and heart rate tracking, and support more than 100 types of workouts. OnePlus Watch 2 will be available in white and black colors for $300, starting March 4.

Source: 3Dnews

Lenovo's Crystal: a conceptual laptop with a transparent display

The Crystal project from Lenovo is a conceptual laptop with a transparent display, shown at MWC 2024. It is equipped with a 17.3-inch transparent Micro-LED display, similar to transparent televisions, and a transparent digital keyboard. The laptop is a concept and will not become a real product. The laptop is also equipped with a camera for AI-generated content.

Source: Wired

ZTE presents a glasses-free 3D tablet: Nubia Pad 3D II

ZTE presented at the Mobile World Congress a tablet with a 3D effect without the use of special glasses. The Nubia Pad 3D II tablet uses artificial intelligence to generate 3D content on the screen. Liquid crystal lenses and fast AI processing algorithms are used to create the 3D effect, which ensures improved image resolution and brightness.

Source: PCMag

Samsung presents the Galaxy Ring smart ring

The ring is equipped with many sensors. They will track sleep quality based on heart rate, breathing, and human movement. Data on this will be used to provide recommendations to owners. The rings will be presented in several sizes — from S to XL, and in platinum, gold, and ceramic black colors. The battery capacity ranges from 14 mAh to 21.5 mAh, varying depending on the size of the ring.

Source: rb.ru

TECNO POVA 6 Pro 5G

Tecno presented the POVA 6 Pro 5G smartphone, combining affordability and futuristic design with glowing elements on the back cover. The smartphone is surprising with a 6000 mAh battery while having a thin body. A single charge lasts for 11 hours of gaming, 14 hours of video streaming, and 31 hours of calls, and even at 1% charge, you can talk for another 20 minutes. The main feature of the POVA 6 Pro 5G is its unique cyberpunk design. LED strips on the back panel flash with notifications.

Source: medium.com

TECNO Dynamic 1 Robotic Dog

With a torque of 45 N·m and an advanced knee joint cooling system, the robot climbs stairs and executes commands. With 4 AI microphones, the device recognizes voice and is controlled via a mobile app or remote control. Equipped with 64 GB of memory, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and a 15,000 mAh battery, Dynamic 1 provides up to 90 minutes of operation and allows for quick battery changes thanks to its modular design.

Source: ixbt.com

Pocket Go

Tecno released the AR Pocket Go gaming kit with Pocket Vision AR glasses and a portable Windows OS console. The glasses have a 0.71" Micro-OLED display, provide accurate head movement tracking using a six-axis gyroscope with an AI algorithm, and support diopter adjustment up to 600° for a clear image.

Source: 3dnews.ru

Xiaomi 14 Ultra

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a smartphone with an updated design and improved specifications. It is presented in three finish options, including the Titanium Special Edition with a titanium alloy. The updated main camera sensor, advanced processor, and bright screen improve the overall performance of the device. The camera module is now more smoothly integrated into the back panel, with the main camera equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-900 sensor and a Simmilux lens. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, ensuring high performance. The device has a 5300 mAh battery, supports 90 W wired charging, and 80 W wireless charging.

Source: 3dnews.ru

ThinkPad and ThinkBook Laptops

Lenovo presented updated ThinkPad laptops with innovative changes. The T series, including the ThinkPad T14 Gen 5, ThinkPad T14s Gen 5, and ThinkPad T16 Gen 3, now features fully detachable DIMM slots, wirelessly replaceable batteries, and available slots for SSDs and wireless adapters.

Source: news.lenovo.com