While we hear that Philips Hue is delaying its support for Matter, Nanoleaf announces the launch of two smart lamps in its Essentials series with Matter – an E27/B22 bulb and a light strip. According to Nanoleaf, these lamps are the first to have built-in support for the new standard right out of the box. […]
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Philips Hue delays its Matter update
Originally, Philips (or Signify, as the company is actually called) was supposed to update its bridge with support for Matter sometime during the first quarter of 2023, but that will not happen. This is what Philips tells Hueblog: For the launch of Matter, we are working together with many partners in the smart home industry. […]
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Check out this mobile accessories for kissing at a distance
The Chinese company Siweifushe has developed a mobile accessory that makes it possible to kiss people at a distance via your phone. The accessory is called “MUA” and is named after the sound that can occur when you make a kissing sound. The inventor behind MUA and the founder of Siweifushe says he developed the […]
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A first look at HTC Vive’s new tracker
The other day, HTC Vive revealed a new tracker for VR experiences and now they have allowed some VR developers to take a closer look. At the major game development expo, GDC 2023, which has been taking place this week, a few selected VR developers were able to check out and test HTC Vive’s new, […]
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Anker releases a rolling cooler that functions as a small refrigerator
Anker, the company best known for its battery packs, is now releasing a cooler with built-in cooling elements. Anker’s rolling cooler is called EverFrost and is intended as an alternative to traditional coolers that are cooled down with the help of ice packs. EverFrost’s built-in battery can keep the smallest version of EverFrost at a […]
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HTC Vive unveils new VR tracker that keeps track of its own location
HTC Vive has unveiled a new VR tracker that can be used to track a user’s, or other objects’, movements in VR experiences without any additional accessories. Vive’s new VR tracker has not yet been named and is primarily being showcased to give VR developers an opportunity to start thinking about how the self-tracking tracker […]
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Philips Hue seems to be working on a smaller E14 bulb
Almost three years ago, Philips Hue released its smallest bulb yet with the Hue E14 Luster, which is only 77mm long compared to 106mm for other E14 bulbs from the company. However, it can only display a shade of white, so if you want a cozier warm white light or a completely different color, the […]
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Top 5 accessories you can buy for your AirPods Pro
If you finally made the jump and purchased your first pair of AirPods Pros then you have probably noticed that you use them a lot, from anything from phone calls, hearing and sending text messages to just listening to any audio. Then the most obvious reason why most people use these earbuds is for the […]
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Belkin holds off on new Matter products
Belkin’s smart home brand Wemo is pausing the development of Matter-compatible gadgets, writes Belkin CEO Jen Wei in an email. However, the company still believes in Matter and that the technology will have a “significantly positive impact on the smart home industry.” Despite this, they have decided to “take a big step back, regroup and […]
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Google Glass is now officially dead
Google abandoned the consumer version of Google Glass long ago, but the company continued to sell a version of the product to businesses. However, it will now stop selling Glass Enterprise Edition 2, and will also stop supporting the product later this year. The Glass Enterprise Edition was an update of the original Google Glass […]
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PlayStation VR 2 vs. Meta Quest 2: Which VR Headset Is Right For You?
From the days of arcades to this age of gaming consoles, it is evident that the gaming industry is intentional about technological development. The major additions are PSVR 2 and Quest 2. As with all gaming hardware, only specific hardware provides a top-notch gaming experience. Sony PlayStation VR 2 and Meta Quest 2 are the […]
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Mophie releases new power banks with fast charging
Today, Mophie has released two new power banks with USB-C and USB-A. The smaller version of the Powerstation has a 10,000 mAh battery, while the Powerstation XL has twice that capacity with its 20,000 mAh battery. Both have two USB-A ports and one USB-C with PD fast charging of up to 20 W, which is […]
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LG releases two OLED gaming monitors
LG is releasing two new OLED gaming monitors in the UltraGear series today. One model is a regular flat screen at 27 inches, while the other model is curved and 45 inches in size. According to LG, the monitors have a response time of 0.03 milliseconds along with a refresh rate of up to 240 […]
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Analog clock that displays digital time
Having a traditional clock at home is not as common anymore now that people have their phones in their pockets. But if you are in need of a clock on the wall that displays digital time but is still analog, then this clock might be something for you. This clock is called Time Slider and […]
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Top 5 dog gadgets for owners with cash to spare
The Pitpat GPS tracker, Mud Daddy, Furbo camera, PETKIT automatic feeder, and Go Pro Fetch harness all feature. All strictly optional, of course. As the proud owner of three boisterous dogs — and two disapproving cats — I am often struck by just how expensive pet ownership can be. Gone are the days where a […]
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Ring’s new doorbell can see more
Ring is now introducing its first new smart wireless doorbell in two years. It’s called the Battery Doorbell Plus and it can now see even more than before thanks to a different lens. This way, you should be able to see packages and other items left near your door and easily see the face of […]
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LG’s 97-Inch OLED Wireless TV is Awesome
Over the recent years, we’ve seen many different and innovative screens come onto the market, whether that be tv’s that can roll up or others that are as big as some walls in your house. These crazy designed tv’s normally have a few prototypes come out first before the real deal, which does dull their […]
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Barcelona’s MWC 2023: Notable Phones and Gadgets that Piqued Our Interest
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 took place between February and March in Barcelona at the Fira Gran Via. With 80,000+ attendees from 200+ countries, the event saw the launch of phones, gadgets, and other cutting-edge products. MWC is the largest and most influential mobile conference. It’s been this way since time immemorial, traced to […]
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Anker releases a new 47W charger with two USB-C ports
Accessory manufacturer Anker is back with yet another new charger. This time it’s a powerhouse that can deliver up to 47W from its two USB-C ports. The charger comes in three colors: white, black, and light blue. The smaller 30W Nano 3 with a single USB-C port is available in multiple colors such as light […]
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Ikea releases a small waterproof bluetooth speaker
Ikea describes their new small portable speaker in the Vappeby series as the best friend you didn’t know you needed. Whether that’s true remains to be seen, but it will be interesting to see if this speaker can deliver a good experience. A small speaker that costs $14.99 doesn’t sound like something that would sound […]
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Ooni releases electric pizza oven
Ooni makes a range of different pizza ovens and now they have released an electric version that is more convenient to have at home. The oven can bake pizzas up to 30 centimeters, so no family-sized pizzas, but each pizza should only take 90 seconds to make, so that might be okay. It takes 20 […]
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Oppo Reveals New AR Glasses
In 2021, Oppo unveiled Air Glass, a device with a screen that could be attached to a regular pair of glasses. Now, they are releasing version two that aims to replace a regular pair of glasses. The lenses and entire build are supposed to be very small and lightweight, weighing only 38 grams. That’s not […]
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Gran Turismo 7 in VR reviewed
The thing I’ve found most entertaining about my PlayStation VR2 is undoubtedly the VR mode in Gran Turismo 7. There are no limitations here, you simply have the entire game, without 2p split screen, in virtual reality. The graphics definitely hold up and the feeling of zooming past the different cars on the track is […]
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Sony Presents New TV’s
Sony didn’t show any new TV sets during CES in January, but now we finally get to see the company’s Bravia XR lineup for this year. Among this year’s models, we find the X95L Mini LED, X90L Full Array LED, A95L QD-OLED, and A80L OLED. Sony writes that all models have an updated Cognitive Processor […]
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Smart TV 2023: QD OLED vs Neo QLED vs QLED vs OLED
With the growth of smart TVs, you get confused with the jargon. TV displays now boast technologies such as QD OLED, Neo QLED, QLED, and OLED. Which one is right for you? As we head into 2023, we can expect more tech options to hit the market. That’s why it’s important to understand the differences […]
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DJI Mini 3 Pro 2023 Review: Greatness in a Small Package
The DJI Mini 3 Pro (aka DJI Mavic 3 Pro) has taken the drone industry by storm with impressive features. As a successor to the popular DJI Mini 2, it’s greatness in a small package, staging a favorite among enthusiasts and professionals. The DJI Mini 3 Pro is lightweight and boasts an improved 4K video […]
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Xiaomi Unveils AR Glasses
Xiaomi has unveiled its latest AR glasses, which they call the Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass Discovery Edition, at MWC 2023. The glasses are completely wireless, weigh 126 grams, and communicate with their Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 via a smartphone. Xiaomi says they use materials such as magnesium and carbon fiber to keep the weight of […]
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Watch Ozzy Osbourne Play PS VR2 Game Horizon Call of The Mountain
Watch The Prince of Darkness in this hilarious new commercial for the new Playstation VR2 as he plays Horizon: Call of The Mountain whilst battling off Sharon. Sharon wants him to pack for a trip to England. However, Ozzy wants to play his new Playstation game proclaiming “I’m very technical these days”. A nice touch […]
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Pro-Ject VC-S3 and VC-E2 are two new record cleaners that keep vinyl records clean
There are many positive things that can be said about the sound of vinyl records – warm, organic, and pleasant. However, it’s not quite as pleasant when crackling and popping sounds come out of the speakers. Typically, these noises can be removed with a good record brush, but sometimes the records need a proper cleaning. […]
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Rode releases 5th generation of NT1
The first version of the Rode NT1 was released over 30 years ago. The popular model has been sold over 6 million times. With the 5th generation a few nice things have been added. A new type of plug has been introduced. It gives you the option of using XLR but also USB-C in the […]