Laichingen – September 09, 2026 -- A new survey of 1,000 people aged 16 to 35 in Germany finds that nearly a third of respondents can answer no more than one of three basic financial questions correctly, while only 33.5 percent pass the full basic test. The poll, commissioned by precious metals comparison platform GOLD.DE ahead of the national "Day of Gold" on September 7, was conducted in August 2026 and is weighted to be representative by age, gender, and federal state.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Potensic returned to IFA Berlin for a third straight year, showcasing its new ATOM 3 camera drone under the theme "SEE BEYOND" at Messe Berlin.

The drone weighs under 249 grams to skip heavy EU drone rules

At under 249 grams, ATOM 3 falls into Europe's EASA C0 category, letting users fly with minimal regulatory requirements. Potensic designed it for travel, hiking, cycling and everyday creative shooting.

A 1/1.3-inch sensor and dual-focal lens capture landscapes and close-ups alike

The drone's 48mm dual-focal camera records 4K/60fps HDR video across varied lighting conditions. The European version offers up to 40 minutes of flight time, 16 km of video transmission range, and AI Follow 2.0 for tracking subjects.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Midea showcased its new SpaceMaster built-in oven at IFA 2026 in Berlin, featuring a graphene-based heating system and cooking temperatures reaching 350°C.

Graphene tubes cut heating reaction time to 0.2 seconds

The oven's core feature, called Graphene Turbo Hot Air technology, uses graphene heating tubes designed to deliver heat rapidly. Midea states the heating system achieves a thermal reaction time of up to 0.2 seconds, though this figure refers to the heating element's own response speed rather than the time needed for the oven cavity to reach 350°C.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Segway has won two Gold Awards at IFA 2026 in Berlin for its upcoming flagship eKickScooters, the ZT3 MAX and the MAX G3 Pro, both set to launch in Europe in October 2026.

The Segway eKickScooter ZT3 MAX received the All-Terrain Electric Scooter Technology Gold Award, while the Segway eKickScooter Ninebot MAX G3 Pro won the Long-Range Riding Technology Gold Award. The Global Product Technology Innovation Awards are presented annually at IFA, one of the world's largest consumer electronics shows, and were founded in 2014 by International Data Group (IDG) and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), with ongoing support from IFA.

Berlin – – September 09, 2026 -- DeerRun is using IFA Berlin 2026 to show how home treadmills can double as social workout arenas, letting users race friends worldwide through its PitPat platform. The exhibit runs through September 8 at Messe Berlin, Hall 12, Booth 141.

Connected equipment turns exercise into a shared race

Compatible DeerRun machines link to PitPat, a platform that overlays virtual routes, leaderboards and challenges onto real-world movement. At the booth, a 30-minute team relay pits "Team World" against "Team Berlin," with each side's combined distance tracked live on screen.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- OSCAL is presenting a new lineup of home energy storage systems and rugged smartphones at IFA Berlin 2026, running September 4–8 at Messegelände Berlin under booth H3.2-171.

The Power Storage 3000 targets apartment dwellers with balcony solar setups

The system delivers 2500W output and expandable capacity from 3kWh to 15.3kWh. It accepts up to 4000W of solar input via MPPT, includes AI-based time-of-use energy management, and works with micro-inverters in both on-grid and off-grid configurations.

Larger PowerMax units aim at whole-home backup and travel use

The PowerMax 6000 Pro offers 6000W output with capacity scaling up to 57.6kWh, while the PowerMax 2400 Pro provides 2400W output and up to 22.1kWh, both supporting wireless stacking. Two additional models, the PowerMax 3600 SE and 2400 SE, round out the lineup for outdoor and mobile power needs.

Los Angeles – September 09, 2026 -- Huion has announced the Kamvas Pad 12, a new Android tablet built for drawing, note-taking, and creative work, one year after launching its Kamvas Slate series.

The tablet ships with a battery-free stylus using new pen tech

Unlike the Kamvas Slate series, the Kamvas Pad 12 pairs with the battery-free EMR stylus PW600C, built on Huion's latest PenTech 4.0 technology. The pen attaches magnetically to the tablet for portability.

A 12.2-inch screen runs at 2K resolution and 90Hz

The display measures 12.2 inches with a 2400 x 1600 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, aimed at delivering sharp detail and smooth line work. Its 3:2 aspect ratio suits document reading, and a split-screen function lets users sketch alongside reference images or take notes while reading.

Los Angeles – September 09, 2026 -- Huion has unveiled the Kamvas Pad 12, a new Android tablet built for artists and note-takers who want a lightweight, all-in-one creative device. The launch comes one year after the company's Kamvas Slate series debuted, expanding Huion's tablet lineup as competition in the digital drawing space heats up.

The stylus attaches magnetically and never needs charging

The standout feature is the bundled PW600C pen, a battery-free EMR stylus powered by Huion's PenTech 4.0 technology. It snaps onto the tablet magnetically, making it easy to carry both pieces together without hunting for a charging cable or spare batteries.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- OSCAL is showcasing a new lineup of home energy storage systems, rugged smartphones, and connected devices at IFA Berlin 2026, running September 4-8 at Messegelände Berlin, stand H3.2-171.

The Power Storage 3000 brings balcony solar storage with AI-driven tariff management

The balcony energy system delivers 2,500W output with capacity expandable from 3 kWh to 15.3 kWh. It includes a 4,000W MPPT solar input, AI-based energy management tuned to peak and off-peak electricity rates, micro-inverter compatibility, and both on-grid and off-grid operation.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- OSCAL is showcasing a new lineup of home energy storage systems, rugged smartphones and smart devices at IFA Berlin 2026, running through September 8 at Messegelände Berlin.

A balcony battery promises up to 15.3 kWh of expandable storage

The Power Storage 3000 balcony system delivers 2,500 W output with capacity scalable from 3 kWh to 15.3 kWh. It includes a 4,000 W MPPT solar input, AI-driven time-of-use energy management, compatibility with micro-inverters, and support for both grid-tied and off-grid operation.

Portable power stations scale up to 57.6 kWh

OSCAL is also displaying a high-capacity model rated at 6,000 W output with up to 57.6 kWh of storage. The PowerMax 2400 Pro offers 2,400 W output and up to 22.1 kWh capacity, with wireless stackability and both grid and off-grid modes. The PowerMax 3600 SE and 2400 SE round out the lineup for backup power at home, outdoor trips and mobile use.