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Apple reportedly mulls rugged smartwatch coming as soon as this year

Apple is internally discussing releasing a rugged version of its Apple Watch designed for use in “extreme environments,” according to a new report in Bloomberg. The company is said to have considered a release as early as later this year, or 2022. If released, the watch could offer similar core functionality to the regular Apple… Read more

Best External Drives: Portable Hard Drives and SSDs of 2021

Home Best-picks (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Any portable drive will let you store, backup, and transport files. But getting the best external hard drive or best portable SSD for your needs is important. An external hard drive or SSD is a do-it-all storage device. It’s a pocket-friendly gadget that lets you carry huge files (or… Read more

SanDisk Extreme v2 Portable SSD Review: Twice the Speed, Better Security

Our Verdict SanDisk’s Extreme v2 packs double the performance of the original and ups the security with hardware-accelerated full disk encryption. This, along with a durable design and five-year warranty, makes the Extreme v2 one of the best 10 GBps NVMe portable SSD for content creators on the go. For Competitive and consistent performance AES… Read more

Huawei P40 Pro+ vs. Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: Battle of the super phones

(Pocket-lint) – 2020 was the year of the ultra-premium super phones – among other things – with more than one manufacturer now offering a big, spec monsters. They also started becoming far more expensive than previous generations of flagship. For Samsung, that beast was the S20 Ultra. For Huawei, the P40 Pro+ led the lineup. Unfortunate… Read more

Kailh x NovelKeys Box Cream Mechanical Switches Review: Soft ‘N’ Stable

Our Verdict Kailh’s Box Cream mechanical switches offer a familiar linear experience with a softer, more subdued noise than Cherry MX Reds. But there are linear switches with the same specs that feel easier to press. For + Pleasant sound + Less stiff than other linear switches + 5-pin stability + Dust, water resistant Against… Read more

The Verge’s favorite fitness devices and apps

Keeping fit is hard for a lot of people, especially if you’re still avoiding health clubs (or were never a fan to begin with). A year after many of us started staying home, we’re still looking for ways to stay in shape and stay healthy. We asked the staff of The Verge what they were… Read more

Corsair K65 RGB Mini Gaming Keyboard Review: 60% Is Going Mainstream

Our Verdict The Corsair K65 RGB Mini is a well-performing highly customizable keyboard that should help raise awareness for the 60% form factor despite a few (mostly cosmetic) flaws. For + Bounty of customization options + Polling rates up to 8,000 Hz + Doubleshot PBT keycaps + Custom spacebar, Esc key Against – Pinging on… Read more

Twitch and Facebook Gaming exploded during the pandemic — and they’re even bigger a year later

Today, StreamElements and its partner, analytics company Rainmaker.gg, have put out the February issue of their “State of the Stream” report. It’s something of a fascinating document because, as the end of the pandemic draws near, it’s another piece of evidence that live-streaming platforms were one of the winners of the crisis. (You know, assuming… Read more

These new 3D-printed homes in Austin are going for $450K

When it showed off its 3D-printed homes at the South by Southwest festival back in 2018, Austin-based construction technology company ICON told The Verge its Vulcan printer could create an 800-square-foot structure for about $10,000. It seemed like only a matter of time before higher-end 3D-printed homes became a reality. Now, a new development in… Read more

Asus ROG Strix Scope RX Optical Gaming Keyboard Review: Defying Expectations

Our Verdict The Asus ROG Strix Scope RX is a compelling keyboard with optical switches, per-key RGB lighting and many gaming-focused features. It’s only limited by its size and keycaps. For + Switches deliver pleasant typing, gaming + Sturdy construction bolstered by dust, water resistance + On-keyboard controls for lighting, profile switching and more Against… Read more

ASRock Z590 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Review

Introduction After almost a decade of total market dominance, Intel has spent the past few years on the defensive. AMD’s Ryzen processors continue to show improvement year over year, with the most recent Ryzen 5000 series taking the crown of best gaming processor: Intel’s last bastion of superiority. Now, with a booming hardware market, Intel… Read more

Sonos Roam is official – and the cheapest, smartest Sonos speaker yet

Home News (Image credit: Sonos) Sonos has just unveiled its cheapest and most portable speaker yet. The new Sonos Roam, which you might already have been acquainted with courtesy of several pre-launch leaks, is the company’s answer to the likes of the JBL Flip 5 and Ultimate Ears Boom 3 portable Bluetooth speakers. But while… Read more

Dell’s new G15 is a speckled gaming laptop coming to China first

Dell has launched its new G15 gaming laptop, which will be available first in China before coming to other regions around the world. The laptop’s industrial design is all-new, though the most notable feature might be the paint job. Yep, those are paint flecks you see in the photos. Dell says the new G15 uses… Read more

X-Chair X3 ATR Mgmt Chair Review: Heat, Massage and Customized Comfort

Our Verdict The X3 ATR Mgmt from X-Chair offers loads of customizability to best suit your body and budget, as well as excellent lumbar support and an optional heat and massage feature. If you work and game from home, it’s a worthy investment for your comfort and your spine. But starting at over $900, “investment”… Read more

Asus launches Radeon RX 6700 XT ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, and Dual graphics cards

João Silva 6 hours ago Featured Tech News, Graphics Asus will launch three custom-cooled versions of the RX 6700 XT. The line-up of Asus Radeon RX 6700 XT cards was designed to offer a suitable solution for each type of gamer, whether they want a compact graphics card such as the Dual model, a reliable and durable… Read more