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But there's also a third category: the monster docking stations that shout, "There's no kill like overkill." These setups typically feature cutting-edge hardware or are built with a high level of redundancy and future-proofing. Also: The best GaN chargers you can buy That's exactly what the Anker Prime DL7400 docking station is designed for: the highest-end setups and folks who positively never want to be lacking in ports.

They do sound good in open mode. When they're not covering your ear canals, the Aerofit 2 Pro rank among the best open earbuds in their price class, with an airy sound signature that naturally focuses on the upper registers. While no open earbuds I've tried accentuate bass as well as regular buds, the Aerofit 2 Pro have more resonance down low than most, accompanied by splashes of keen instrumental detail and clear stereo separation.

Mini PCs used to be defined by how invisible they could be, small black rectangles tucked behind monitors or under shelves. That made sense when they were just low-power desktops, but feels out of step now that these machines are running models, listening, watching, and routing data. If AI is going to sit on your desk, it might as well look like it belongs there instead of hiding like a piece of infrastructure.

If you want to move past the beginner phase and actually make Gemini work for you, here are four tricks that might not be immediately obvious but are surprisingly handy. Stop copy-pasting your own emails If you're trying to summarize a long email thread or find a specific document to pull data from, your first instinct is probably to open a new tab, find the email, copy the text, go back to Gemini, paste it in, and then ask your question.

The Xiaomi 18 series is expected to debut later this year and will likely comprise a standard model alongside the Xiaomi 18 Pro. While details about the lineup remain scarce, a new leak suggests that the devices could feature a dual 200MP camera setup. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, an upcoming compact flagship with a 6.3-inch display is tipped to feature dual 200MP rear cameras.

Motorola appears to be preparing a new addition to its true wireless earbuds (TWS) lineup. The company launched the Moto Buds+ in April 2024 in select global markets, followed by an India release in May. Now, a fresh leak suggests a follow-up may be on the way. Renders shared online indicate Motorola could soon introduce the Moto Buds 2 Plus, with early images hinting at a revised charging case design and continued "Sound by Bose" branding, though official details remain unconfirmed.

Boat has launched the Chrome Iris smartwatch in India as part of its expanding porfolio of wearables. The new model features an ultraslim metal body paired with an AMOLED display that reaches up to 1000 nits of peak brightness. Along with its lightweight design, the smartwatch includes a mix of health monitoring, fitness tracking, and everyday smart tools. Boat has equipped the Chrome Iris with Female Wellness Tracking, Bluetooth calling support, and various utility features. It is claimed to deliver up to five days of usage on a single charge.

The next-gen Xbox is believed to be targeting a 2027 launch, with AMD CEO Lisa Su recently suggesting that the console is on track to release next year. Microsoft, however, hasn't "fully internally committed" to that launch window, according to a new report. The Xbox parent is reportedly considering 2027 as the "best case scenario" for the launch of its next-generation console. Additionally, the company is said to be working with other OEMs to bring more Xbox hardware options to consumers.

Lyft has officially introduced teen accounts for ages 13 to 17. This is a rideshare feature in which teenagers can request their own rides, which is similar to Uber's pre-existing platform. Teens request the rides on their own, but parents can keep an eye on things every step of the way. Lyft says that parents or guardians can see every ride in real time and manage the account.

Logitech's latest productivity power-house updates one of the greatest mice of all time with smoother materials, a repair-friendly design and a haptic motor for phone-like vibrations on your desktop. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. The MX Master 4 is the latest evolution in a line of pioneering mice that dates back more than 20 years

This week, meet a reader we'll Regomize as "Fred" who told us that in the 1990s he worked in tech support for a government agency. "The work was pretty routine, but being in that particular environment was never dull... at least not for me," he told The Register. To prove his point, Fred told us that one day a user he said we should refer to as "Emily" complained that her word processor had lost the ability to print on the resident HP LaserJet.

This 5,000mAh/19Wh wireless charging power bank is perfectly designed to fit the iPhone. It measures 4.0 x 2.7 x 0.4 in/102.7 x 68 x 11 mm and weighs 4.8 oz/137 g. The magnetic wireless charger is built to Qi2 standards, which means that it can output up to 15W of power for a fast charge. The magnets are also strong enough to securely hold the charger to the phone when in use.

I won't bury the lede: the is one of the brightest projectors I've tested, and that's one of the prime concerns with replacing a TV for a projector. The Horizon S Max also includes my favorite design element from the JMGO N-series of projectors, making it easy to plug in, set up, and play. Also: How to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics: Streaming options, schedule, and times I'm also fond of the sleek and portable form factor.

If your daily routine has gotten a little too routine, one of the easiest ways to shake things up is to bring in some badass stuff. And this doesn't have to mean dropping cash on a motorcycle or fancy car. There are tons of game-changing life additions available right on Amazon - for less than the cost of dinner out. From wireless security cameras to lightbulbs that look like fireworks, these finds are both badass and budget-friendly. So get to browsing, because your life isn't

Tech moves fast, breaks things, ships updates, iterates. The entire industry is built on the assumption that this year's product will be obsolete by next year, and that's fine because next year's version will be better anyway. Then you see someone in Fukui Prefecture spending twenty minutes hand-sanding a single wooden keyboard key, checking it by touch, and the whole paradigm feels suddenly optional.

They're called open earbuds (or open-ear buds, depending on the brand), and just about every audio brand has a pair (or three). They come in a slew of styles, but most either loop around your ears like older Beats buds, or clip on like funky-futuristic earrings. Whatever the style, they're designed to deliver satisfying sound while keeping your ear canals open to the sounds of the world around you.

The contrast between Sunday night at a concert and Monday morning at your desk is brutal. One moment you're lost in the music, feeling every guitar riff vibrate through your chest. The next, you're answering emails and pretending last night's euphoria wasn't real. The transition back to routine work feels especially cruel when the weekend gave you a taste of something electric.

Right now, I'm working from the driver's seat of my car, using a setup that feels perfect for remote work. I use an M2 MacBook Air for when I need efficiency and long battery life, and sub in a Lenovo Yoga Book 9i with a dual-screen form factor for peak productivity. Theoretically, I've built out my car with the right gadgets to help me work from anywhere. There's just one thing missing - none of the laptops I own offer cellular connectivity.

Your phone's flashlight works fine until you're elbow-deep in a car engine bay or fumbling with tent poles in the dark. Then you realize the limitation: you need both hands free, you need the light exactly where you're working, and you need it to stay there without propping your $1,200 device against something greasy or precarious. The NanoB10 from Gadget On lives in that gap between "good enough" and "actually useful."

All of the appliances and systems are brand-new: the HVAC, the lighting, the entertainment. Touch screens of various shapes and sizes control this, that, and the other. Rows of programmable buttons sit where traditional light switches would normally be. The kitchen even has outlets designed to rise up from the countertop when you need them, and slide away when you don't.

Confession time: I'm not much of a moviemaker. I try. I strap action cameras to my bike handlebars all the time. And I have hours of GoPro footage I shot living in a vintage RV for years. All these clips sit, unused, collecting dust on external hard drives. I just haven't figured out how to tell stories with video, so the footage sits, waiting for me to learn.

There's something oddly comforting about watching the vinyl resurgence happen in real time. We've collectively decided that convenience isn't everything, that sometimes the ritual matters as much as the result. But while turntables have been getting their moment in the spotlight, another piece of audio history has been quietly staging its own comeback: the dedicated digital audio player. Enter the DAP-1, a concept device from Frankfurt-based 3D artist

Among the shampoo, soap, and conditioner bottles in my shower, I also keep two cleaning tools: a dish wand and squeegee. They both have become a crucial part of my cleaning routine, and help me keep my shower clean on a regular basis. For anyone who has a glass shower door, a squeegee is a must-have tool to keep the glass free of streaks - and this one by OXO is my absolute favorite. Here's why.

Swedish defense prime Saab is exploring the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System as a cheaper armament option for its JAS 39 Gripen fighters, firm executives told Business Insider this week. "The APKWS is in interest because other platforms are now integrating 70mm guided rockets. So we are, of course, eyeing that capability now," Jussi Halmetoja, operations advisor for Saab's air domain, said at the Singapore Airshow. Halmetoja said the company was looking at ways to integrate the weapons system, which uses a guided version of the Hydra 70mm rocket, onto its older Gripen C and latest Gripen E models.

Yesterday, Google finally confirmed that the Pixel 10a is coming soon - on February 18, to be precise. The company showed us one colorway, but past rumors and leaks claimed there would be four in total, called Obsidian, Fog, Berry, and Lavender. Today, a new leak brings us renders showing all of these colors. The Google Pixel 10a is, according to previously rumored information, basically a relaunched Google Pixel 9a.

If you've been debating whether it's time for your child to have their own phone, AT&T just debuted a product to make that decision a little easier -- a simple device with built-in controls billed as the first carrier-designed smartphone for kids. The amiGO Jr. phone was designed in collaboration with Samsung, AT&T says. (It appears to be the Galaxy A16.) It costs just $3 a month, with bill credits, plus your monthly service.

Samsung Electronics has secured temporary certificates of occupancy (TCOs) for a portion of its semiconductor facility in Taylor. This should allow the facility to start operations ahead of full completion later this year. City officials confirmed that approximately 88,000 square feet of Samsung's Fab 1 building has received temporary approval, with additional areas expected to follow. The overall timeline for permitting the remaining sections has not yet been finalized.

AT&T says its new amiGO Jr. smartphone - which it claims is the first smartphone designed for kids - and second-generation amiGO Jr. Watch 2 aim to keep children safe and connected to their parents and guardians. The amiGO Jr. was created in collaboration with Samsung. It enables parents to manage screen time, apps and settings from their own iOS or Android phone. It features location sharing, "safe zones," and scheduling to control use during school hours.

The One Point is a fob that fits on a keyring or anything else you can think of attaching a fob to -- from your pet to your bike. It measures 1.49in/37.9mm and is 0.25in/6.4mm thin, and it is splashproof to the IPX5 standard. Powering the tiny fob is a user-replaceable CR2032 lithium coin cell that should last about a year. Regarding range, the fob is good to about 200ft/60m if you want to activate it to play a sound.

Sony has confirmed that its next-generation flagship true wireless headset will be unveiled later this month, signalling the arrival of the much-anticipated WF-1000XM6. As the anticipated successor to the Sony WF-1000XM5, the new model is likely to bring design refinements and upgraded audio performance. While Sony has shared few official details so far, teasers and recent leaks suggest notable improvements. An India launch has not yet been confirmed, but it could follow a few months after the global debut.

It typically sits at $80, but you can now snap it up for $100 at the retailer, after a modest 20% drop. The offer applies to both Haze and Porcelain models, so you can pick the one that suits your aesthetics the best. Just note that the offer is selling out fast (as you'd expect), so you don't really have a lot of time left to save. Grab it before the price shoots back up!

Valentine's Day is coming up fast, and if you haven't started shopping yet, there are a lot of great gifts on sale that should still arrive in time if you order soon. Several Verge-approved gadgets are seeing some of their best discounts since the holidays, with options we think will appeal to a wide range of interests, from thoughtful picks like digital photo frames to e-readers, smart speakers, smartwatches, massagers, and even practical stuff like vacuums. While some are bigger-ticket items, quite a few cost under $100, so there's something here for a range of budgets, too.

It's essentially a tiny rectangle with four different power plugs: Type A, Type I, Type G, and Type C plugs, covering over 200 countries -- along with dual USB-C and USB-A ports, and a pass-through AC socket that supports Type A and Type C (US and European) plugs. And when I say it's tiny, it really is, measuring a palm-sized 3.4 x 2.0 x 1.0 inches and weighing 3.8 ounces.

Alexa Plus, combined with a redesign of the Alexa app that puts the generative AI-powered assistant front and center, has made the entire process so irritating that I've reluctantly switched to Apple's Reminders app and Siri. This is not what I wanted. I have Echos all over my house, but only a couple of HomePods, and Siri insists on saying my name every time I add something to the list: "Okay, Jennifer, apples are on your list."

A free trial to a virtual private network (VPN) can mean a few different things. Several of the best VPNs let you try them out without paying. A rare few, and only one on this list, let you try them without submitting payment information at all. Some VPNs have forever free plans that let you use them indefinitely without paying, as long as you're OK with some limits.