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Rowkin’s tiny earbuds aren’t perfect, but this occasional gymrat still loves them
San Francisco-based audio brand Rowkin sent me two pairs of earbuds to try a few weeks ago, claiming that they’re the world’s smallest true wireless earphones. That’s a hard claim to test, but I can say that these are truly tiny, and smaller than any other buds I’ve ever used. äàëüøå »
2018-9-14 12:51
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Leak: The Razer Phone 2 apparently missed the bezel-less memo
If you thought this year’s Razer phone would feature a significant redesign over last year’s model, it seems you’re out of luck. A report by Android Headlines gives us our first look at the new device, and it appears to be extremely similar to the first device. äàëüøå »
2018-9-14 01:15
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LG will announce its 5-camera V40 on October 3
LG sent out invites to its next launch event on October 3, and it makes no secret of what’s to come: The V40 ThinQ is on the way. There’s little in the way of details, but the invite cryptically says ‘Take 5,” which suggests that the V40 will indeed come with five cameras as previously rumored. äàëüøå »
2018-9-14 00:53
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OnePlus has officially given up on the headphone jack
Team Android just lost one of the few remaining defenders of the headphone jack. Today, OnePlus founder Carl Pei went on the record to say the company’s next device – presumably the 6T – will not have a headphone jack. äàëüøå »
2018-9-14 21:03
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New phone names are crap and I am done
Every year, there are more models of phones launching than the last. In India alone, companies introduced more than 700 handsets last year. This creates a headache for customers to remember names of different variants launched, as anyone tasked with recommending phones to them. äàëüøå »
2018-9-13 12:43
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Kano’s latest DIY kit lets your kids build a touchscreen computer
London-based startup Kano has made a name for itself with its DIY computer kits, which aim to make it easier and more enjoyable for younger users to learn to code. Today, the company launched its newest offering, the Computer Kit Touch. äàëüøå »
2018-9-13 12:00
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Apple reveals the iPhone Xr, a colorful and cheaper flagship
It’s not just the iPhone Xs being announced today: Apple today revealed the iPhone Xr, a cheaper iPhone for the masses. Aside from a lower price, it comes in a sweet gamut of colors, including red, yellow, coral, blue, white, and black. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 21:43
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How Apple has improved the new iPhone Xs camera
Apple announced the iPhone Xs and the iPhone Xs Max today, and a key part of the upgraded iPhones is the camera. The dual camera system has a 12-megapixel wide lens and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with improved true tone LED flash. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 21:28
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Apple announces the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max
After the usual months of leaks and rumors, Apple has officially introduced the iPhone Xs – that’s pronounced ten-ess, in case you’re wondering – along with its sibling the Xs Max. Apple says they’re the most advanced iPhones ever, but that comes as a surprise to no one. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 20:45
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Everything Apple announced at today’s iPhone event
It’s that time of year again. Apple CEO today Tim Cook took to the stage to announce all of the latest and greatest in Apple hardware. Here’s what’s noteworthy. Apple Watch Apple today introduced the next generation of its popular wearable, Watch. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 20:24
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Apple debuts the redesigned Watch Series 4
At today’s special event, Apple COO Jeff Williams announced the Apple Watch Series 4, the latest addition to the company’s wearable line. The Series 4 is thinner than the Series 3, but the screen is 30 percent larger. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 20:18
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Apple accidentally confirms its iPhones will be called ‘Xs,’ ‘Xs Max,’ and ‘Xr’
Well, it looks like the speculation over the names of the new iPhones is over. The new model will be called the iPhone Xs, the larger version the iPhone Xs Max and the entry-level phone the iPhone Xr. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 14:51
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Nokia’s possible 5-camera phone challenges competitors to go even further
We recently wrote about a leak of a new Nokia phone. Yes, phones leak so much that companies should hire a plumber to come round to their offices to kick the pipes, tut a bit, and say “this is gonna be expensive,” – but this time, it’s different. äàëüøå »
2018-9-12 11:45
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I found a great pair of noise-canceling headphones under $50 — your ears will thank me
The older I get, the more I appreciate noise-canceling (NC) headphones and earphones. And the more I use them, the more I wonder why I hadn’t hopped on this tech earlier. Being able to go into quiet mode at the flip of a switch feels like a superpower, and comes in handy for everyone from students cramming for finals to old fogies like me trying to catch a nap on a plane. äàëüøå »
2018-9-11 18:13
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Upcoming Android watches will get a big battery boost thanks to new Qualcomm chip
Smartwatches were once the Next Big Thing of tech, but after a few years on the market, their adoption has been somewhat underwhelming – especially among the Android crowd. The biggest reason for this is possibly lackluster battery life, but that may soon start to change thanks to Qualcomm’s latest wearable chipset. äàëüøå »
2018-9-11 22:17
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Review: The Crazybaby Air 1S earpods have a huge zucchini-shaped case (and that’s about it)
Crazybaby is a quirky audio company from China known for its unusual designs. The latest product in its lineup is the Air 1S wireless earphones. With no shortage of generic-looking Airpod alternatives on the market right now, the Air 1S has to distinguish itself. äàëüøå »
2018-9-11 16:07
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Leaked photos show new budget iPhone looks just like the old premium iPhone
Leaks are getting harder and harder to contain. Not only has Google’s Pixel been endlessly glimpsed and analyzed, it appears that Apple has been bitten by the leaky bug too. We previously reported on Apple’s entry-level mobile, but we didn’t know exactly what the devices would look like (apart from, you know, an iPhone). äàëüøå »
2018-9-11 16:02
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Prove your audiophile skills with this blind test on lossless music
Audio enthusiasts often pride themselves on their ability to discern the tiniest nuances of a recording. They’ll research the best gear they can afford and seek the highest quality music formats to play on it. äàëüøå »
2018-9-8 00:53
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Microsoft to reveal its next Surface devices on October 2
It’s that time of year again: Microsoft is ready to announce new devices. The company just sent out press invites for an event on October 2, taking place in New York. Going by the company’s history, that means we should expect updates to the Surface line. äàëüøå »
2018-9-8 20:20
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4 months on, the Honor 10 is still a prime example of a sub-$500 phone
Phone reviews are almost always hasty affairs. Typically, journalists get a handset and are given a week to put it through its paces before the embargo lifts, thereby depriving them of the chance to take a more long-term view of the product. äàëüøå »
2018-9-8 20:07
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Google will officially leak its new Pixel phones on October 9
Likely getting tired of tons of leaks, seems like Google wants to take control of the Pixel 3 story: it’s finally announced that it will launch third-generation Pixel phones on October 9 in New York Google is most likely to launch two variants of the new Pixel phones; the Pixel 3 and the Pixel 3 XL. äàëüøå »
2018-9-7 08:06
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What to expect from Apple’s September 12 iPhone Event
Apple’s hosting its annual fall event on September 12, and that means new iPhones – and maybe a bunch of other things too. As usual, leaks and rumors have already painted a picture of what to expect. äàëüøå »
2018-9-7 02:14
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What to expect from Apple’s September 12 iPhone event
Apple’s hosting its annual fall event on September 12, and that means new iPhones – and maybe a bunch of other things too. As usual, leaks and rumors have already painted a picture of what to expect. äàëüøå »
2018-9-7 02:14
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The portable Nima Peanut Sensor stops nuts getting in your mouth
Thankfully, I don’t suffer from a peanut allergy. For the people I know who do, it seems to constantly weigh on their minds. Well, the Nima Peanut Sensor was created to solve this particular problem and ease the mental burden of having a peanut allergy. äàëüøå »
2018-9-7 17:19
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Canon goes all-in on mirrorless with a full-frame camera and unique lenses
Hot on the heels of Nikon’s first full-frame mirrorless cameras, Canon is announcing its own: the EOS R. After releasing half-baked mirrorless products through its EOS M line – likely in an attempt to avoid cannibalizing its DSLR sales – the company appears to be embracing the format in its entirety. äàëüøå »
2018-9-6 23:02
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The Bluenero is a smart aquarium that lets you spy on your fish
Ever had some pet fish? Did you enjoy watching them swim around? Was it calming? Therapeutic? Lovely. But – and I have to ask you this – did you ever wonder what those endlessly moist creatures were up to when you were out of the room? Smoking? Drinking? Having Finding Nemo-style adventures, maybe? Well, wonder no more, because the Bluenero is here. äàëüøå »
2018-9-6 17:09
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Monoprice’s MP80 are $80 earbuds with tweakable sound well beyond their price class
There’s never been a better time to buy a pair of earbuds. It’s also never been more confusing. In the past few years, there has been an explosion of choice among in-ear-monitors (IEMs). It used to be that the only decent options came were expensive models from a handful of reputable audio companies, but nowadays you’ll find dozens of bang-for-your-buck options from a myriad of young brands. äàëüøå »
2018-9-5 23:30
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Xiaomi’s fully loaded Poco F1 is hands down the best value phone of 2018
Following the annual MWC trade show in 2016, I wrote about how I believed the days of the $700 smartphone were numbered, because cheaper devices were getting better and narrowing the gap between the performance and features they offered, in comparison to what you’d get with a pricey flagship. äàëüøå »
2018-9-4 07:11
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Now we know everything about Google’s Pixel 3 XL, the only option left is to make a movie about it
Well, Google seems about as good as keeping its latest phones away from the public as a colander is at holding water. Yes, as reported by the Android Police, the Pixel 3 XL has been leaked again. äàëüøå »
2018-9-4 17:37
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Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless bring a hi-fi pedigree to $300 earbuds
It was just a few years ago that Bluetooth headphones were utterly unacceptable among audiophiles, but now even classic hi-fi companies are making ‘truly wireless’ earbuds. Right after Audio Technica unveiled its first pair, Sennheiser is jumping into the fray as well. äàëüøå »
2018-8-31 20:41
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Huawei’s AI Cube smart speaker packs Alexa and a 4G modem (and isn’t actually a cube)
Amazon’s Alexa is a bit like the consumer tech version of herpes (but in a good way). Like any highly contageous condition, it’s spreading rapidly, finding new devices to infect. Anker, for example, has managed to shoehorn Amazon’s AI voice assistant into a USB car charger and a Bluetooth speaker. äàëüøå »
2018-8-31 18:59
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Qualcomm’s new aptX Adaptive codec promises better sounding lag-free Bluetooth audio
Good news for fans of wireless audio gear: Qualcomm has unveiled its new aptX Adaptive codec, which promises support for high-quality audio content, as well as improved performance over Bluetooth. äàëüøå »
2018-8-31 14:57
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Leak: Here’s our first look at the iPhone XS and Apple Watch Series 4
Two weeks before their expected announcement, we just got our first good look at some of Apple’s new devices courtesy of 9to5Mac. Say hello the iPhone XS and Apple Watch Series 4. The iPhone XS leak appears to be an official render of the upcoming 5. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 22:17
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Apple will reveal its new iPhones on September 12
It’s official: After another year’s worth of rumors and speculation, Apple will reveal its next batch of iPhones on September 12 at 10AM PDT. The reveal will happen at the Steve Jobs Theater within Apple’s circular headquarters, which is probably what the big bronze circle on the invite is all about. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 20:06
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The upcoming Honor Magic 2 has an almost 100 percent screen-to-body ratio
Honor today lifted the lid on its upcoming flagship phone at Berlin’s IFA 2018 tech trade show, the Honor Magic 2. Honor Magic 2 pic. twitter. com/qv06xiK9bR — Clinton Jeff (@clintonjeff) August 30, 2018 The Honor Magic 2 is somewhat of a departure from Honor’s typical fare, which usually floats within the low-to-upper-mid ranges of the smartphone market. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 19:25
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The BlackBerry Key2 LE is a $399 phone with a QWERTY keyboard
TCL Communications, the Chinese company that licensed the BlackBerry name in 2016 (and has been killing it ever since) today announced the BlackBerry Key2 LE. The BlackBerry Key2 LE is a reworking of the phone released by TCL earlier this year, in order to bring it to a more palatable mid-range price point, and honestly, there aren’t too many surprises here. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 18:00
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Honor announces availability and pricing for the games-focused Honor Play
Honor today announced the availability and pricing of its gaming-focused Honor Play device. The handset, which promises improved performance for gaming and VR applications, will be available online at Honor’s online store for ˆ329. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 17:00
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Here’s everything Anker announced at IFA
Most tech-savvy people have something made by Anker in their homes. The ubiquitous Chinese company offers a range of dirt-cheap electronics, from cables and chargers to Bluetooth speakers and even robot vacuum cleaners. äàëüøå »
2018-8-30 16:00
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The Xbox One X and Elite Controller now come in a clean white for ~~aesthetics~~
When I reviewed the Xbox One X last year I lamented one detail in particular: it only came in boring black color, as opposed to the nifty contrasting white-on-black of the One S. Well, today Microsoft has answered my wishes, offering the Xbox One X and the luxuriously expensive Elite Controller in clean shades of white. äàëüøå »
2018-8-29 19:03
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The Foobot monitors air quality, but can’t help you fix it
Air quality in cities didn’t used to bother me – I could cycle behind a diesel bus smoking a cigarette and feel fine. But, age has changed me. These days, my wheezing lungs seem to notice variance in air more. äàëüøå »
2018-8-29 16:29
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Polk’s Assist is a better sounding Google Home for $200
Polk Audio has made a name for itself with solid budget- and mid-range audio equipment, and over the past year, it’s been dipping its toes into the smart speaker segment. Its latest connected offering is the Polk Assist, a $200 speaker that’s basically a Google Home on steroids – at least on the audio front. äàëüøå »
2018-8-29 14:42
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Polk’s Assist is a pricey $200 audio upgrade for Google Home fans
Polk Audio has made a name for itself with solid budget- and mid-range audio equipment, and over the past year, it’s been dipping its toes into the smart speaker segment. Its latest connected offering is the Polk Assist, a $200 speaker that’s basically a Google Home on steroids – at least on the audio front. äàëüøå »
2018-8-29 14:42
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Sony’s newest professional SD cards are ridiculously tough (and fast)
Memory cards are one of those things that aren’t particularly interesting. Manufacturers release updated versions on the regular, and most pass by the glare of the tech media without notice. Sony’s latest offering, however, is different, as it’s reportedly “the world’s toughest and fastest SD card. äàëüøå »
2018-8-28 22:20
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Review: The Huawei TalkBand B5 is a fitness tracker you can make calls on
The Huawei TalkBand B5 is a fabulous fitness tracker. I’ve used a bunch, from devices from little-known brands like Amazfit, to units from more established industry figures like FitBit, and it’s easily my favorite so far. äàëüøå »
2018-8-28 21:14
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Haiku Review: UE BOOM 2
Welcome to Haiku Review, a feature where we review gear and gadgets using the Japanese poetry form. This time round, we’re looking at the UE BOOM 2, a portable bluetooth speaker from Ultimate Ears. äàëüøå »
2018-8-28 12:56
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OPPO’s new R17 phone has a teensy-tiny, itsy-bitsy little notch
These days, the phone industry is more about tweaking an established formula than unbridled creativity. And, as OPPO has shown with its Find X and its mechanical notch, the Chinese company is a master of these sort of tweaks. äàëüøå »
2018-8-27 15:56
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The Flair Espresso Maker brews great coffee for cheap – no electricity needed
Making great espresso is a skillful balancing act. You need good coffee beans – preferably roasted within a few weeks – and a considered combination of grind, pressure, temperature, and time. Mess up one or more of these variables, and you’ll end up with a shot too strong or to dull, too sour or too bitter. äàëüøå »
2018-8-25 00:46
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Nintendo wants you to play with your friends
Some of my most cherished memories involve crowding round a TV with friends and playing multiplayer games until the early hours of the morning. While this used to be the only way a group could play on a console, the success of online gaming has relegated a lot of local-multiplayer experiences. äàëüøå »
2018-8-23 14:25
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Massive Pixel 3 XL leak shows off working phone and camera samples
We’re used to major leaks happening in the weeks leading up to a smartphone release, but its rare to see one as substantial as the Pixel 3 XL leak that just hit the web today. Russian site Rozetked was able to acquire what appears to be a production Pixel 3 XL via an anonymous source over a month before its expected announcement in October – let alone its actual sale date. äàëüøå »
2018-8-22 19:09
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Fitbit’s Charge 3 is a smarter fitness tracker for $150
Though the Versa might be the new star of FitBit’s line up, the company hasn’t given up on its simpler fitness trackers. The company today announced the Fitbit Charge 3, bringing about several new features while maintaining the Charge’s overall simplicity. äàëüøå »
2018-8-20 21:27
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