JBL unveils solar-powered headphones with plans to ship in late 2020

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From Ring cameras to keyboards, the amount of products powered by light is constantly growing. With REFLECT Eternal, JBL is unleashing its plan for a crowdfunded pair of solar-powered headphones. Development is still in the early stages, but based on what’s been accomplished to date, JBL REFLECT Eternal set out to eliminate traditional charging while offering unlimited listening to wearers. Continue reading to learn more.

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First PlayStation 5 game looks great and is from the team behind Borderlands

Believe it or not, PlayStation 4 has been around for more than six years. Over its lifetime more than 100 million units have been sold. If you’re even faintly familiar of PC gaming, you know that six years is a very long time to go without upgrading components. Thankfully PlayStation 5 is just around the corner. This fact have never been more apparent than now, with the first PlayStation 5 game, Godfall, having been announced less than 24 hours ago. Continue reading to see Godfall’s trailer and learn what we know so far.

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Couch co-op makes a comeback as Fortnite update adds split-screen to consoles

While online multiplayer support has paved the way for friends to game with each other no matter where they are, it does seem to have taken some of focus away from couch co-op support in many games. Thankfully a Fortnite update has been pushed out today that hopefully signals a shift towards local split-screen support in other games too.

There are some limitations when it comes to the new feature, but it is Epic Games’ first attempt and the company has promised to continue improving it. Continue reading to find out everything we know.

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Amazon is shipping fresh cut Christmas trees, these will still arrive in time

Last year Amazon began selling fresh cut Christmas trees. Apparently it has proven to be a success with at least a couple of brands still live at the moment. In this post we’ll dive into which trees are still available for order and can still make it to your door before Christmas Day arrives with no saw or trip to the tree farm required.

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New ConnectSense In-Wall Outlet supports HomeKit, Alexa, and Assistant

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With smart home ecosystems largely funneling down to HomeKit, Alexa, and Assistant, it’s always good to see new products that natively support as many as possible. The new ConnectSense In-Wall Outlet thankfully supports all three, solidifying itself as a solid contender in the smart home space.

Unlike typical smart plugs, this unit replaces existing outlets. Going this route yields a clean look while also delivering desirable smart home functionality. “Ultra-precise power monitoring” is also a notable feature, delivering measurements that ConnectSense touts as accurate within a 0.1% margin of error.

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IOGEAR Dock Pro debuts with keyboard and mouse support for Nintendo Switch

IOGEAR has added yet another USB-C dock to its ever-growing lineup. In addition to support for desktop, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, IOGEAR Dock Pro shakes things up by giving a lot of love to Nintendo Switch. Thanks to what the company calls Game+ mode, users will more easily be able to hook the Switch up to a big screen and even play select titles with a keyboard and mouse.

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Electronicsforward Gift Guide: Simon’s favorite tech-enhancing gear

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Here at Electronicsforward we annually create a series of gift guides that showcase our favorite gear in an attempt to make your holiday shopping a bit easier. This time around, I’ll be recommending items that have seriously enhanced the common tech that I already owned. So sit back, relax, and scroll down to find favorite tech gift recommendations that set out to make ordinary electronics better.

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Weber’s new smart grill can notify your iPhone when food is ready

With more and more home appliances smartening up, Weber is here with SmokeFire. The company’s first-ever pellet smart grill that’s got enough sensors to notify a smartphone when your dish is cooked and ready eat. Weber’s new smart grill sports easy temperature adjustments and a wide range that can vary from 200- to 600-degrees.

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Quirky unveils magnetic modular speaker that easily transforms into five

Just when you thought you had seen all the possible audio hardware configurations out there, Quirky releases a modular speaker that can seamless convert from one into as many as five. The modular speaker is held together using magnets, making both separating and rejoining a breeze to do.

The fact that Quirky has brought such a neat product to market is not very surprising. This is because the company has made a name for itself when it comes to releasing unique products that few, if any, companies end up competing with. Continue reading to find out more about Quirky’s new modular speaker.

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Best of Black Friday 2019 – Home Audio: 50% off Bose, Sonos Beam $300, more

Over the last year, we’ve seen competition heat up in the home audio space. This means that Black Friday speaker deals are abundant with home theater and smart solutions ripe for the picking. In this guide we cover some of the most notable deals we’ve seen to date, making it easy for you to plan ahead and increase the likelihood that you score exactly what you had in mind.

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Best of Black Friday 2019 – TVs: 58-inch 4K $198, 70-inch Samsung $550, more

As the holiday season rapidly closes in, discounted Black Friday TVs are one of the first pieces of tech that many think of scoring big savings on. Thankfully the some of the prices we are seeing are absolutely incredible, making Black Friday 2019 a great time to upgrade the big screens throughout your home.

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Sony rivals Bose with a new wearable speaker, pre-orders receive $50 off

When it comes to immersive audio, there are all sorts of solutions out there. From AirPods to XM3s and Sonos One to Echo Studio, each product has its own intended use cases. Is a wearable speaker justifiable? Bose and JBL have thought so for a while, and Sony appears to think so too with its own SRS-WS1 offering slated to debut in the United States.

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We finally have Age of Empires 4 gameplay footage, and it’s truly stunning

Microsoft announced many things at X019 yesterday. From xCloud to Game Pass, we covered quite a bit of it. One juicy tidbit that has flown largely under the radar is the official gameplay reveal for Age of Empire 4. Until now, nobody really knew what to expect and just the thought of a new, full-blown Age of Empires was enough to excite fans (myself included). Thanks to stunning gameplay footage, I (and likely many others) are more ecstatic than ever.

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In-app same-day Target delivery lands with free use leading up to Thanksgiving

The grocery space is becoming quite competitive these days. Walmart has launched InHome, Amazon Fresh is now free for Prime members, and we’re supposed to see the first Amazon grocery store come to fruition in 2020. Target today announced that it’s getting in on the action by prominently offering same-day delivery in its smartphone app. Even better, Target delivery will be free of charge Sunday, November 17 through Tuesday, November 26.

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PhoneSoap debuts iPad Pro-cleaning HomeSoap with USB-C charging inside

After years of selling smartphone cleaners, PhoneSoap has announced an entirely new product design that’s aimed at all sorts gear, including iPad Pro. It’s called HomeSoap and is large enough to hold game controllers, a Nintendo Switch, and more. Much like the devices that proceeded it, HomeSoap is able to charge devices while they are cleaned thanks to the inclusion of USB Type-C and Type-A ports.

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Seagate unveils FireCuda Thunderbolt 3 dock alongside blazing-fast NVMe SSD

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These days, internal and external storage manufacturer’s are being pushed to cut costs or deliver next generation performance. Seagate dropped two new offerings today, both of which focus on the latter. Both products fall underneath Seagate’s FireCuda branding, one of which is a blazing-fast NVMe SSD that supports PCIe Gen4 and the other is a Thunderbolt 3 dock with 4TB of internal storage. Continue reading to learn more.

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Move over Walmart, an Amazon grocery store is slated for 2020

It’s well-known that Amazon and Walmart are in fierce competition. Despite this, there aren’t many times when Amazon seems to be the underdog. Some recent moves by the online retail giant reveal a growing level of heat between it and Walmart, specifically when it comes to groceries.

Examples of this include its decision to make Amazon Fresh free for Prime members, and now the official announcement of an upcoming grocery store that will be separate from Amazon Go and Whole Foods Market.

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The new QooCam puts an 360-degree 8K camera in your pocket

The QooCam 8K camera is the latest offering from KanDao and it is impressive. As its name implies, this camera one-ups UHD by delivering incredible 8K resolution video. Like Insta360, GoPro, and some of Ricoh’s offerings, this 8K camera shoots 360-degree video, ensuring nothing escapes your line of sight. Putting 8K and 360-degree capabilities aside, its most interesting feature by far is its extremely compact form-factor.

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5K video headlines Leica’s new 47.3-megapixel, full-frame SL2 camera

Leica has unveiled a follow-up to its SL camera. It has been predictably named SL2 and spec-wise seems to be worthy successor. With 47.3 megapixels, it practically doubles the photo resolution found in its predecessor. Other standout features include an upgrades to its processor, electronic viewfinder, and video shooting capabilities. Not only can it record 4K60 with flying colors, it takes things a step further with 5K video support.

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Neeo Smart Home Remote arrives with a gorgeous design + loads of functionality

Lots of companies make universal remotes. In fact, they’ve become so ubiquitous that a large variety of options exist for $10 or less. Logitech’s Harmony lineup has been the gold standard for quite some time, but with the Neeo Smart Home Remote, it and others may need to step up their game.

Like Harmony Elite, the Neeo Smart Home Remote tackles more than just home theater. It takes on smart home gear, allowing users to adjust lighting, alter the thermostat, and more. It runs Control4’s Smart Home OS and wields a gorgeous design that easily one-ups Logitech’s high-end remote.

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New Anker security camera debuts with 6-month battery, lower price, more

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Not long after eufyCam 2 made its rounds, yet another Anker security camera has debuted. As with its name, eufyCam 2C shares many similarities with Anker’s recent release, but thankfully price is not one of them. This specific offering is sold in a two-camera bundle that’s paired with a HomeBase Station intended to keep recordings secure, on-site, and private. Continue reading for further details and to see how you can shave $40 off its list price.

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Kmart Black Friday Ad 2019: Doorbusters, BOGO 50% off games and toys, more

We’re only a few days into November and Black Friday ads are continuously rolling in. This morning we’ve already covered CVS, Petco, and Office Depot. The latest to show up is the Kmart Black Friday ad, and it has several notable deals worth scoping out here and potentially hitting up once the sales begin. This year’s Kmart Black Friday ad reveals that stores will open at 6 am on Thanksgiving day and hundreds of doorbusters will be cycled throughout both Thursday and Friday. Continue reading to find out what else Kmart has in store for Black Friday shoppers.

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Amazon’s active lifestyle gift guide streamlines shopping with price targeting

Amazon has dropped several gift guides alongside its Countdown to Black Friday which we’ve broken down in detail here. In this post we’ll be covering the Amazon Active Lifestyle Gift Guide and why it’s beneficial. Continue reading to find our top picks and many helpful details.

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Verizon Black Friday 2019: Pixel 4, iPhone 11, smart home discounts, and more

With lots of new technology being pushed out during the Fall, Verizon has some of the most exciting products available come holiday season. This can make Verizon one of the most exciting places to shop during Black Friday, especially if your current smartphone, tablet or smartwatch is starting to show its age. Continue reading to see what our expectations are for Verizon Black Friday.

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Barnes & Noble Black Friday 2019: Steep discounts on toys, games, NOOK, more

Barnes & Noble Black Friday sales are bound to be exciting if the company chooses to follow in last year’s footsteps. Lots of product categories received generous discounts, including toys, games, NOOK tablets, and more. It should go without saying, but traditional books are certain to see price cuts too, helping ensure that Barnes & Noble makes it on the Black Friday shopping list this year. Continue reading for a breakdown of what we expect to see in 2019.

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Amazon Fresh is now free with Prime, bolstering the grocery delivery space

Most would agree that when it comes to online shopping, Amazon is king. One area that the company has lagged behind its competitors though is grocery delivery. While there are probably loads of reasons why it has been difficult to pull this off, pressure from Walmart and other competitors is likely part of why the company has ditched its previously-required $15 monthly subscription fee for Prime members.

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BuyDig Black Friday 2019: Competitive camera and tech deals, coupons, more

While BuyDig may not be the first retailer that comes to mind for Black Friday, it has been known to deliver incredible savings on big name products. In this guide we’ll break down when BuyDig is likely to kick off festivities, if it’s likely to drop a Black Friday ad, whether or not it will price match competitors, and more. We’ll even mention some of what we’ve seen in the past. Continue reading for a preview of what we expect at BuyDig.

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Rakuten Black Friday 2019: Sitewide discounts, aggressive tech pricing, more

With big retailers like Walmart and Amazon setting out to dominate Black Friday, it can be very easy to miss out on incredible discounts at lesser-known, yet reputable storefronts like Rakuten. Here at Electronicsforward we’ve been surprised throughout 2019 with brand new products like Google Nest Home Hub Max and PowerBeats Pro receiving first discounts at Rakuten before anywhere else.

For those unfamiliar, Rakuten has everything from electronics to home goods and every bit of it is sold much like eBay with storefronts such as BuyDig, Monoprice, and Dyson being the actual merchant of the product in question. This results in a large amount of product types along with a reliable service experience.

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New foam AirPods tips from Comply aim to provide comfort and a secure fit

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With rumors swirling about an in-ear AirPods design, a pair of foam tips dubbed Comply SoftCONNECT has landed to help address potential fit issues. These EarPod and AirPods tips combine soft foam with a silicone sleeve that slides over the top of Apple’s earbuds.

Given the nature of foam, these are focused primarily on fit and do not aim to offer any sort of noise cancellation. Comply touts that its new AirPods tips are able to be easily inserted and removed thanks to a soft design that strays from what it typically uses in its other products.

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Anker Cosmos Max debuts as ‘world’s first 4K home cinema with 3D audio’

When it comes to screen size, there’s no doubt that projectors tend to offer the best bang for your buck when compared with TVs. This further compounds when opting for Anker’s value-conscious Nebula projectors and even more so when jumping in on the company’s Kickstarter campaigns. The latest of which includes Nebula Cosmos and Cosmos Max, 1080p, and 4K HDR10 offerings that both run Android, opening them up to a whole slew of apps.

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SwitchBot Curtain adds Siri, Alexa, and Assistant support to existing drapes

Earlier today, SwitchBot took on companies like IKEA by officially announcing a small wireless device that automates existing curtains. SwitchBot Curtain appears to be dead simple to install, with the company touting it as a mere 30-second process. While SwitchBot has successfully shipped products before, it is worth noting that initial orders are taking place at Kickstarter, where it has already blown through its initial $20,000 funding goal.

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Raptor is Razer’s first monitor and it features WQHD, 144Hz, USB-C, more

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When it comes to PC gaming, every peripheral counts. But upgrading to a high-performance monitor is a solid investment that’s bound to make a substantial difference. When it comes to gaming brands, Razer is well known, but has yet to delve into the monitor-manufacturing space. That officially changes today with a new Razer monitor hitting the scene.

Dubbed Raptor, Razer’s new monitor is a 27-inch display with a WQHD resolution. It features a wide array of connectivity options including USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort, and more. Even with a WQHD resolution, Razer Raptor delivers a smooth 144Hz refresh rate.

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Linn Series 3 has AirPlay, claims to be the ‘best sounding wireless speaker’

Leading up to and following the release of Apple HomePod, we’ve seen a large spike in top-tier audio products combined with smart speaker functionality. With the largest tech companies making their own speakers, it’s undoubtedly more difficult for those primarily-focused on audio to compete on a mainstream level. To garner attention they must deliver something drastically different or make lofty claims. Linn Series 3 takes the latter approach, promising the ‘best sounding wireless speaker in the world.’

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Omron refreshes its Apple Health-compatible blood pressure monitor lineup

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When it comes to at-home blood pressure monitors, that’s a product category that Omron is well-known for. It’s had a wide variety of offerings for several years now and today the company has delivered a complete redesign for many of its most-popular models. There are a total of seven new blood pressure monitors ranging from wrist to upper arm and wired to wireless.

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Grocery delivery gets an upgrade following Walmart’s InHome launch

For many of us, time is more valuable than money. With the official launch of InHome Delivery, Walmart is doing everything it can to put that time back in your day. While the service was announced early this summer, it took until now for the company to unleash the first rollout of it.

At launch it is limited to three cities, providing a leveled up grocery delivery service to over 1 million customers. Although the rollout is small, it’s arguably ahead of AmazonFresh as groceries get put away for you.

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JAM delivers cheap AirPods competitor with impressive $40 price tag

When it comes to truly-wireless headphones, AirPods have become exceptionally popular and have essentially created a new market. A common criticism of AirPods is cost, with the earbuds listing at $159. Several competitors have come, some even pull off the AirPods look while keeping cost low, but few can compare with Jam Live Loud’s $40 price. This cheap AirPods competitor delivers a ‘sleek, no-frills design’ that’s heavily-focused on affordability.

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Echo Dot Diary: One year later and my Alexa smart home has proven its worth

Over the years I have had a tendency to flip-flop between all sorts of technologies. One area in which I haven’t wavered for roughly a year now has been Amazon’s Alexa ecosystem. While it’s far from perfect, the sheer value and overall reliability have made my investment in Echo devices extremely worthwhile. In this Echo Dot Diary, I’ll share my Alexa review covering some of what I love, hate, and the ways that Amazon’s assistant has proven to be a success and a failure.

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Anker takes aim at Ring with the new Eufy Smart Floodlight + Camera (Save 25%)

Not too long after the Anker-owned brand Eufy debuted its 2K Video Doorbell, the company is back at it again with a smart floodlight. As was the case with eufy Video Doorbell, this Anker floodlight takes aim at Amazon’s lineup of Ring security products. This could not be more clear with its strikingly close resemblance to Ring Floodlight. So how does it compare? Continue reading to learn more and find out how to unlock a 25% savings.

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TP-Link targets Wi-Fi 6 with two new and affordable routers, priced from $70

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Shortly after Amazon announced the latest version of eero routers, TP-Link has introduced two new Wi-Fi 6 offerings. While neither are mesh systems, both are very affordable routers. The most robust of TP-Link’s new units is the Archer AX3000 and it boasts dual-band speeds of 3Gbps. Slightly lower on the totem pole is Archer AX1500 with a 1.5GHz Tri-core CPU and 1501Mbps performance.

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The Swan 699 camper van sleeps four and takes trips to the next level

When it comes to camping, many look forward to setting most amenities aside. This is not the case for all though, with motorhomes being another popular way to camp. With the Swan 699, Bravia Mobil sets out deliver ‘a motorhome for your highest expectations.’ It’s heavily-focused on comfort, with its base comprised of a Mercedes Benz Sprinter. This vehicle was chosen for its spaciousness, which Bravia Mobil has set up to sleep four. 

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Target Circle is a new customer loyalty program, here’s how it works

About eight months after rolling out Target Plus, the company is launching a new customer loyalty program that’s worth a look. Dubbed Target Circle, the company’s latest incentive for customers to buy its products includes cash back, the ability to vote on how and where the retailer donates, and much more. Best of all, it’s free to join, making it a slam dunk for every Target shopper. Continue reading for a further breakdown of Target Circle’s perks.

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Walmart unveils simple and affordable Roku Smart Soundbar + Wireless Subwoofer

Walmart and Roku have teamed up to deliver the onn Roku Smart Soundbar and Wireless Subwoofer, two new and individually sold products. Both releases come roughly one year after Roku unveiled its Wireless Speakers during the 2018 holiday season. Roku’s new onn Smart Soundbar follows in the footsteps of Roku TV Wireless Speakers with similar features like automatic volume leveling and cable-free pairing.

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Rockstar Games announces Red Dead Redemption 2 will soon launch on PC

Rockstar Games has a knack for creating titles that a majority of people (even non-gamers) can enjoy. While the company is best known for Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption is up there too. Its most recent addition to the series, Red Dead Redemption 2 has been available on PS4 and Xbox One for about a year now, with a PC release being officially announced earlier today. It will even be a launch title on Google Stadia.

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Cable Matters intros triple monitor USB-C hub with 8K support, magnetic design

With USB-C growing in popularity outside of the Apple ecosystem, demand for hubs and dongles is likely to increase. While there is no shortage of options for Apple products, alternatives heavily-focused on support for operating systems like Windows, Chrome, and Linux are not necessarily as common. Cable Matters is paving the way though, with a new triple monitor hub that supports up to 8K resolutions.

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Atari VCS will modernize retro gaming with an onboard streaming service

It’s hard to argue that the last few years have left us with an overabundance of retro consoles. We’ve seen releases from Nintendo, Sony, Sega, and others. Outside of Analogue, many retro consoles offer a limited number of playable games. This is not the case for Atari VCS though, as it is set to offer streaming subscribers access to more than two thousand officially-licensed games.

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New Dyson Pure Cryptomic air purifiers take aim at formaldehyde

Over many years, Dyson has become a main innovator in the vacuum, fan, and air purifier space. Not only do the company’s products have a tendency to tackle problems that the rest of the market has missed, its inventions often look better, too. That was the case six months ago when it launched a USB-C smart lamp and today following the debut of its new Pure Cryptomic air purifiers.

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HyperX ChargePlay Base lands w/ dual Qi-charging for gaming setups, order now

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Qi charging is far from new. But like many other technologies, popularity was significantly bolstered once iPhone received support. Since then we’ve seen all sorts of unique and high-end wireless chargers flood the market. With HyperX ChargePlay Base, Kingston is now offering a dual Qi-charger that should fit in nicely with the company’s gaming peripherals and many other devices that support the now-popular wireless charging standard.

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Skullcandy Crusher ANC debut as “first” over-ear bone conduction headphones

With Sony and Bose’s latest headphones often being hailed as the gold standard, it’s hard for many companies to compete. While Skullcandy is certainly well-known, its offerings can have a hard getting attention when compared with the big players. This could be in for a change however, thanks to the introduction of a new pair of over-ear bone conduction headphones that are seemingly without direct competition.

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