Apple’s new AirTag trackers are finally here after years of rumors. The $29 trackers work with Apple’s Find My network, utilizing both Bluetooth and UWB technology to help owners track anything from their keys to their bags. But the design of the new trackers is somewhat controversial: unlike most Bluetooth trackers, Apple’s iteration doesn’t include… Read more
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Logitech announces cheaper Magic Keyboard alternative alongside new iPad Pro
Apple just announced an M1-powered update to the iPad Pro, and Logitech has followed up with a new keyboard and trackpad accessory for every generation of the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models. The Combo Touch is a case with a Microsoft Surface-style kickstand and a detachable backlit keyboard with a trackpad. It connects over the iPad… Read more
read more...VanMoof’s PowerBank is a range extender and problem solver
VanMoof S3 with PowerBank arriving at Castricum aan Zee from Amsterdam.Photo by Thomas Ricker / The Verge We put a new 2021 S3 model to the test on a three-hour ride VanMoof, maker of some of our favorite electric bikes, just announced the PowerBank, a range extender that also charges the internal battery of the… Read more
read more...Patriot Viper VP4300 M.2 NVMe SSD Review: Killer Looks, Fast Performance
Our Verdict Patriot’s Viper VP4300 is a high-end PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD with all the features and performance you could want from an enthusiast-grade SSD, but you’ll pay a premium for the privilege. For + Included heatsink and graphene label + Appealing aesthetics + AES 256-bit hardware encryption + Large hybrid SLC cache +… Read more
read more...SecretLab Titan SoftWeave Gaming Chair Review: a Minimalist Dream
Our Verdict The Secretlab Titan is a minimalist chair with many customizable adjustments. Unlike many gaming chairs, there’s no lumbar pillow. But it’s still a good throne for taller people. For + Very sturdy + Easy to assemble + Firm and comfortable + Helps maintain good posture Against – No lumbar pillow – Lumbar adjustment… Read more
read more...Corsair K70 RGB TKL Review: Little Wonder
Our Verdict The Corsair K70 RGB TKL is a powerful yet compact gaming keyboard. We didn’t notice an immediate benefit from the 8,000 Hz polling rate, but with a sleek look plyus premium media controls and keycaps, this keyboard’s in a league of its own. For + Space-saving, durable build + Premium keycaps + Media… Read more
read more...Analogue’s Pocket is the latest gadget delayed due to the ongoing global electronic components shortage
Analogue’s Pocket is the latest gadget to be negatively impacted by the global shortage of chips and electronic components. The sleek and modern device that allows you to play Game Boy cartridges will now launch in October, an additional five-month delay, the company announced today. “The current global state of affairs continues to create supply… Read more
read more...Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 review: Ring’s best doorbell yet
Ring’s new $249.99 Video Doorbell Pro 2 is the best video doorbell yet from a company that has nearly become a household name for video doorbells. It has an excellent field of view and video quality; plenty of customizable features for notifications and recording zones; and speedy performance, whether that’s sending alerts to your phone… Read more
read more...ASUS ROG Maximus XIII Hero 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
read more...Audiozen’s Alchemy Embrace: a hybrid amp with ‘hug intensity’ control
Home News (Image credit: Audiozen) The end of lockdown may be just around the corner, but if you’re craving some contact, Audiozen has you covered with its latest product: the Alchemy Embrace, an amp designed to hug you. Kind of. Based at the foot of Mount Etna in Sicily, the boutique brand has been making… Read more
read more...NZXT’s first AMD motherboard is sleek and packed with USB ports
NZXT’s first AMD motherboard is the N7 B550. Like the Intel versions that preceded it, the N7 B550 has a slick design with the option of either a black or white shroud that covers the bulk of the board itself. No doubt NZXT hopes the motherboard’s clean appearance will make it an appealing option for… Read more
read more...Acer Predator Triton 300 SE review: more prey than Predator
Unfit to dethrone Asus’ Zephyrus G14 Acer’s Predator Triton 300 SE is chasing after the hype that Asus built with last year’s excellent Zephyrus G14. It’s similar in a few key ways: it’s a sophisticated-looking gaming laptop bordering on ultrabook territory in terms of its sleek and relatively thin design. It has a 14-inch 1080p… Read more
read more...OnePlus 9 initial review: Two steps forward one step back?
(Pocket-lint) – It’s safe to say OnePlus has been on something of a journey over the past few years. It lifted itself out of that initial ‘plucky upstart’ role and started to become a real smartphone company. It’s gone from being a company that launched one or two new phones a year to launching six… Read more
read more...Corsair MP600 Pro M.2 NVMe SSD Review: Faster Speed, Less Endurance
Our Verdict Although it’s a pricey drive, Corsair’s MP600 Pro is fast, secure, and keeps its cool with innovative cooling solutions. For + Competitive performance + Innovative and functional thermal solutions + AES 256-bit encryption + 5-year warranty Against – Less endurance than the non-Pro model – Smaller-than-expected SLC cache – Slow-to-recover SLC cache –… Read more
read more...Apple iPad Pro 2021: release date, price, specs and all the news
Home Advice (Image credit: Apple) There’s a new iPad on the way. Or, rather, four to be exact. Apple is said to be about to launch a new iPad Pro next month. While most range refreshes include minor tweaks, this one should bring some major new screen technology into play – and it’s tech that… Read more
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