No one may need this $55,000 weather station, but I still want it anyway

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MB&F makes some of the most elegant time pieces and functional pieces of home decor on the market. And here at Toys, we’re always big fans of intricate accessories to complete your desk or workspace, so the company’s latest has definitely caught our eye. The Fifth Element is a desktop weather station that sports a clock and barometer alongside other measurement instruments and is piloted a tiny little alien.

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Nike unveils 2018 Vision Collection with modern and retro designs

Warmer weather is upon us and Nike is gearing up for outdoor sports season with the release of its new Nike Vision collection. Geared towards golfers – but functional for all – this new selection of eyewear is both stylish and functional. Nike has reimagined sunglasses in hopes of eliminating some of the issues that have plagued some designs in the past.

All together, Nike is bringing four new models to market in 2018. Prices start at $125 and go up from there. Head below for more details including how you can pick up a pair for yourself.

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What the Golf? for Mac is ridiculous, hilarious and perfect for people that hate golf [Video]

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What the Golf? is a new game from Triband studios out of Copenhagen. Set for release later this year, this new indie golf game is really everything but a golf game and looks completely ridiculous in the best way possible.

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LEGO debuts 230-piece Tron Legacy kit with 2 Light Cycles and 3 all-new minifigures

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Coming off a jam-packed start to 2018, today LEGO has unveiled yet another new kit that is sure to excite. Last year the Ideas team had announced that Tron would be joining the lineup of licensed sets and now we’re finally getting our first look at what the latest LEGO themes entail. Stacking up to 230 pieces, the Tron Legacy set includes 2 brick-built Light Cycles and 3 all-new minifigures.

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Atari’s new home console gets an official name and a 2018 pre-order window

We first heard word of Atari’s upcoming new home console in summer 2017 as the company confirmed it was getting back into the hardware business. The nostalgic brand has been largely quiet since its golden age some 40 years ago now, but today we are getting an official name for the new Atari machine as well as an official pre-order window.

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adidas Originals introduces new throwback cases for iPhone 7/8/Plus and X

This morning, adidas Originals introduced nine new iPhone 7/8/Plus and X cases donning classic designs sure to be loved by any sneakerhead. Leaning on familiar looks from its popular shoes, adidas has something for everyone here in the Apple ecosystem. Bright colors, original artwork and various designs highlight these cases that start at $25. Head below for a gallery and to learn how you can get one for yourself.

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Vintage design and high-end components highlight the new Timmerman Scrambler eBike

Timmerman, a Europe-based electric bike company, has unveiled its newest two-wheeled creation: the Scrambler V2.0. Designed with minimalism and vintage cues at the forefront, this attractive electric bike hits the market this week with a $6,000+ price tag and some impressive performance.

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You can grab $50+ off Pad & Quill’s new luxury Heritage Leather Duffle Bag

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It has been a busy couple of weeks for the folks at Pad & Quill. The company’s handcrafted accessory lineup got some major updates including new all-leather Rolltop backpacks and messenger bags for your MacBook and iPad. Before that, Pad & Quill launched its very first TechFolio to keep all your smaller gadgets and accessories organized. And there’s no reason to stop there.

Today Pad & Quill is launching what might be its nicest looking leather bag yet with the Heritage Leather Duffle.

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Blue Microphones intros new Yeticaster podcasting bundle w/ vintage design cues

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Blue Microphones is one of the most trusted names in the game with its extensive line of prosumer audio recording devices. From the approachable Snowball iCE up to the Yeti, there’s something for everyone that might be looking to enter the podcasting game.

Turning its attention to more pro-grade setups, Blue has now introduced the new Yeticaster setup. This $200 bundle sports a custom Yeti microphone, the new Compass Broadcast boom arm and a shockmount with vintage styling. While Blue’s existing offerings are great for entry-level recording, this new bundle has everything needed to take your podcast and voiceovers to the next level.

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HTC opens up pre-orders for Vive Pro w/ higher resolution screens, built-in headphones, more

HTC just announced the availability and opened pre-orders for its Vive Pro. The Vive Pro is an upgrade from the original Vive with dual OLED displays with a combined 2880×1600 resolution, which is an increase in resolution of over 75%. One of the biggest, and most welcomed changes to the Vive Pro is the fact that it has built-in high-performance headphones. Continue reading for more information on the Vive Pro, availability, and what HTC plans to do with its original Vive.

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Chamberlain’s sleek Elite Series wall-mounted opener sports HomeKit control, more

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Liftmaster has been making a serious effort to enter the world of smart home accessories, with its MyQ bridge opening the door to HomeKit along with other platforms. Back in January, it announced the new Elite Series 8500W bundle that includes everything needed to transform your garage into a modern-day room of your home.

Along with support for HomeKit, this new bundle from Liftmaster also plays nice with some of the biggest names in the game including Nest, IFTTT, and Google Assistant. The bad news? Liftmaster is charging a monthly fee for access to some virtual assistant features…

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Pad & Quill debuts new leather MacBook backpacks/messenger bags, now up to $40 off

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After unveiling its brand new cord and accessory management folio earlier this week, the folks over at Pad & Quill are back with a pair of gorgeous new leather MacBook bags. We are getting two updated form factors here with the new Heritage Rolltop Leather Backpack and the Heritage Satchel Leather Laptop Bag.

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Under Armour launches Hovr, a smart running shoe to track runs, pace, more

Under Armour is known for its fitness clothing and accessories. Recently, one area that Under Armour has started to break into is the shoe market. When buying running shoes, there are a number of aspects to look at: comfort, breathability, support, etc. Well, one area I feel that will become a staple of running shoes soon is smart connectivity, and Under Armour is doing just that.

Hovr is a new type of running shoe that has Bluetooth connectivity built-in to interface with your phone. These days, everything seems to be connecting to smartphones. We have smart watches, smart assistants, self-driving cars, and it feels like every other day something else is becoming “connected”. I absolutely love this trend and am excited to see it branch out to connected running shoes.

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Casio is bringing back its iconic 1980s Gaming Calculator later this month

While there’s more technology at our fingertips than ever before, it’s still possible to find joy in the games of yesteryear. Take the success of Nintendo’s retro SNES/NES console for example. The last two holiday seasons have been overtaken by unending demand for these remakes that are still largely sold out at retailers in North America. Casio is looking to cash in on this throwback trend with the reintroduction of its Game Calculator SL-880.

Made popular in the 1980s as one of the first calculators to introduce ‘apps’, the SL-880 delivers simplified games such as a Space Invaders-inspired numerical shooter. Just how in-demand is an original version? There are eBay listings currently fetching over $200 and you can expect the revived version to be a hit as well.

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Bang and Olufsen’s spring and summer 2018 collection features Bluetooth speakers, more

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Bang and Olufsen is a well-known brand when it comes to high-end audio products. Recently, the company announced its spring and summer 2018 collection, with highlights from portable speakers, wireless headphones, and more.

One of my favorite 2018 releases highlighted here is the Beoplay H4. This over-ear headphone set uses Bluetooth, has up to 19 hours of battery life, and looks fantastic. For more details on the Beoplay H4 and other 2018 releases, head below.

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Nintendo sheds light on Toy-Con Garage, its way to program your own Switch creations

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Back in February we got a hands-on look at Nintendo’s newest venture, its STEM-focused cardboard accessory kits, Labo. While just about all of the details surrounding the kits were unveiled, Nintendo was still secretive with one of Labo’s most anticipated features, Toy-Con Garage, so we were only able to get a peak at what it would offer. Today, Nintendo has finally showcased what will be possible with Toy-Con Garage.

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Your Echo Dot audio goes to the next-level w/ Gramazon, a 3D-printed gramophone

When the Echo Dot first hit a few years back it was lauded as a low-cost entry to the world of Amazon’s Alexa Voice Assistant. But the trade-off for its price is a paltry speaker that lacks low-end boom and clarity. There are ways around it, such as attaching Echo to a Bluetooth speaker or home entertainment system. But a DIY hobbyist has come up with perhaps an even better way to improve this Alexa speaker.

Bard Fleistad recently created the 3D-printed Gramazon, a unique acoustic amplifier that is designed to work specifically with Echo Dot. There’s not much in the way connectivity here, or any at all really, because this gramophone uses a traditional method of amplification to improve audio. Best of all, anyone with a 3D printer can do it.

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LEGO celebrates the minifigure’s 40th birthday w/ new party-themed collectible figure series

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Following announcements of new Star Wars, Marvel and Harry Potter sets, LEGO has kicked off 2018 with a bang. Having already celebrated the brick’s 60th anniversary, LEGO is now commemorating the 40th birthday of the Minifigure. So in order to get the party started, LEGO has launched its next lineup of Collectible Minifigures. Stacking up to 17 new characters, the series packs a variety of party-themed figures alongside a replica of the first minifigure from back in 1978.

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Kaweco unveils new aluminum Apple Pencil grip with octagonal, ergonomic design

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Kaweco has been producing some of the most stylish writing utensils on the market since the 1880’s. Now the company is bringing its iconic German design to a new front with its first Apple product accessory. Kaweco’s new pen sleeve grip for Apple Pencil combines the company’s typical octagonal form-factor with Apple’s sleek design.

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SEGA brings 50 classic games to PS4, Xbox One & PC: Sonic, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, more

After early details leaked about the brand new Tomb Raider sequel today, SEGA has a little announcement of its own. After a quick leak this morning, SEGA has now officially announced that a new collection of SEGA classics are coming to current generation hardware with a number of interesting tweaks and enhancements.

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Raspberry Pi unleashes new B+ version of Model 3 with upgraded processor, networking

It’s been two years since we’ve heard from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, as its Pi 3 Model B has enjoyed quite a bit of success. In fact, the total number of these DIY-friendly kits sold has now totaled over 19-million. Raspberry has historically been known to be slow on the upgrade cycle, with just a few simple changes being employed when a new product is introduced. Naturally, on Pi Day, it would take the opportunity to introduce its latest microcomputer, the Pi 3 Model B+.

With upgraded processing power and improved network connectivity, this new iteration continues the legacy of affordable computing for all ages.

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Garmin unveils Tactix Charlie smartwatch w/ 12-day battery, location tracking, more

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Garmin makes some of the most well-equipped timepieces to accompany you on your journey through the great outdoors. And now the company is iterating on its popular smartphone-enabled wearables with a more high-end model that packs features of both conventional and smart watches. In fact, Garmin is no stranger to connected-timepieces and with its latest release, the Tactix Charlie, hopes to blend its tactical and multipart features into a single wearable offering enhanced mapping, heart-rate monitoring and more.

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Organize your cables, chargers & Apple Pencil w/ Pad & Quill’s new TechFolio, now $10 off

Last we heard from Pad & Quill the company debuted the Heritage Leather iPad Pro 10.5 Case after the world’s first handmade all-leather iPhone X bumper case made an appearance late last year. Today the company is back to expand its accessory lineup with the new TechFolio Cord Organizer.

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Amazon’s new Champagne Gold Kindle Oasis e-Reader costs $280… in 2018

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Amazon’s Kindle Oasis has always served as a bit of an oddity in 2018. It’s $250 price tag is mighty steep for a modern-day e-Reader. As if paying that type of premium wasn’t enough, Amazon has today introduced an ‘upgraded’ version in Champagne Gold. So if you want to show off your Kindle enthusiasm, be prepared to pay even more for this new model.

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SteelSeries unveils “the first high-res certified audio systems for gaming”

The folks over at SteelSeries have been the purveyors of high quality gaming peripherals and more for several years now. Everything from gaming headsets to mice, mechanical keyboards and mouse pads, the company has just about everything you could ever need to spec out your gaming room. And today, SteelSeries is unveiling the next generation Artcis headsets for PS4, and PC…

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Fitbit unveils the $100 Ace fitness tracker, its first wearable designed for kids

Alongside this morning’s introduction of the new Fitbit Versa, we’re also getting our first look at Fitbit’s new kid-focused wearable. In fact, the Ace is the company’s inaugural attempt at a fitness tracker designed for ages eight and up. Fitbit is leaning heavily on its Alta wearable here, with a familiar look alongside smaller bands made to fit tinier wrists.

Parents will note that some data has been removed from the usual dashboard in an attempt to focus on movement and less on measurables like calories burned. Fitbit’s focus here is to build strong habits in kids from a young age, encouraging active lifestyles. More below.

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Hasbro’s 4-foot long Jabba’s Sail Barge is the company’s largest scale replica yet

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Star Wars fans are some of the most committed and loyal collectors in the galaxy. They’ll spend over $100,000 on a Lightsaber prop straight from the films, purchase the largest and most expensive LEGO set to date, among other things. Now Hasbro is getting in on the insane collectibles with its largest recreation. The massive 4-foot-long, highly detailed model of Jabba’s Sail Barge packs all the details needed to cruise across the Dune Sea in style.

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ECOVACS unveils next generation mopping robot vacuums w/ Alexa voice control

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While Anker has done a great job in the robotic vacuum space, undercutting Roomba and the like, ECOVACS is another one of those companies offering up the technology at a somewhat more affordable price tag. The company’s DEEBOT products cover all your automated vacuuming and mopping needs starting somewhere in the $250 range, give or take.

Today, ECOVACS is announcing its latest lineup of robotic cleaning devices with the next generation DEEBOT products.

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Philips enters the 32:9 game w/ the Brilliance 49-inch curved monitor

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Monitors have been growing, and I really like the trend. I recently went from a dual 27-inch 16:9 1440p monitor setup to a single 34-inch 21:9 1440p monitor, and there’s no turning back for me. The benefits of UltraWide vastly outweigh any downsides in my opinion.

A trend that Samsung started last year, however, shows even more promise I think. Samsung launched a 49-inch 32:9 monitor with a resolution of 3840×1080. This is nice, but honestly, I was waiting for a higher-resolution monitor to come out because I just can’t downgrade from 1440p to 1080p again. Thankfully, Philips has finally announced the answer to my dilemma.

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Bring the HAL 9000 home w/ this live-model replica with Amazon Alexa built-in

It seems that Alexa is making its way into just about everything. There are tons of smart speakers out with it, some car manufacturers are including it, and it even made its way into a few phones. Now, however, Alexa is making its way into a classic, the HAL 9000 computer.

Master Replicas Group recently announced the creation of the HAL 9000 Computer Interface which uses Alexa’s technology to control your home, as well as includes some must-have commands that the original HAL 9000 included.

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Avengers BrickHeadz assemble! LEGO unveils brick-built Iron Man, Thanos and more

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With the latest installment from the Marvel Cinematic Universe slated to hit theaters at the end April, we’ve seen a nearly endless supply of new merchandise unveiled. At Toy Fair, LEGO got in on the action and showcased 6 new sets to coincide with Avengers: Infinity War. But they aren’t stopping there. Today LEGO has announced 4 new Avengers BrickHeadz.

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A French startup has made a wall-mounted cryptocurrency mine that also heats your home

It seems as though 2018 will go down as the year of the cryptocurrencies. With market highs and lows marking a new age for digital currencies and their faithful miners. A French startup named Qarnot is looking to cash in on that trend with its new wall-mounted heater that also doubles as a mining rig. Yes, heating your home via crypto mining.

While the idea may seem rather out there to some, Qarnot has managed to create a pretty sleek design here that is capable of pulling up to 60MH/s. So if you’re going to mine for virtual currency, you might as well heat your space too…

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Nintendo Direct unveils Super Smash Bros. on Switch, Mario Tennis Aces, Splatoon DLC, more [Video]

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Nintendo Direct had its first full-length presentation of 2018 tonight, and it delivered big-time with a handful of announcements. While we got wind of a new Splatoon DLC, Crash Bandicoot and Mario Tennis, the big news of tonight’s event was the unveiling of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo Switch. Head below for all the best trailers and more.

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Leica unveils new M-Series Stealth Edition Camera w/ glow in the dark paint job

Leica is a huge name in the camera industry, behind some of the best designs to hit the market over the last one hundred years. The brand’s willingness to think outside the box has delivered countless hits. Today, Leica introduced a new limited edition version of its popular M-Series Monochrom camera. Dressed in nearly all black, it sports the kind of luxury vibe other brands can only dream of. Even better? It glows in the dark.

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This smart toilet is $11,000, and we have just one question: why?

Have you ever sat in your throne room and thought, “My toilet just isn’t smart enough?” Well, Toto, a maker of high-end bathroom furniture, apparently did. The company recently announced the Neorest NX2 toilet, a conceptual throne running in the neighborhood of $11,000. Yes, that’s right, an $11,000 toilet.

Let’s go over a few things that $11,000 normally buys: a used (or sometimes new) car, a mid-tier iMac Pro, 11 iPhone X’s, and more. But, Toto wants you to drop it on a toilet. What makes this throne worth so much, you ask? Well, let’s dive in and take a look.

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Riese & Müller unveils two new eBikes touting top speeds of 28 mph and 100 mile ranges

eBikes have skyrocketed in popularity as of late, representing not only an environmentally friendly, but convenient way to take your daily commutes. Riese & Müller are eBike veterans, having released models spanning a wide range of form and functionality. Now the company is back with 2 new electric rides, both of which sport Riese & Müller’s iconic design alongside boasting ranges of up to 100 miles.

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The newest Dyson Air Purifier tells you exactly what it’s doing to improve your environment

Does anyone really know what air purifiers are doing as they run? Sure you can check the filter occasionally and see all the dust it has collected, but what if you could tell in real time what it’s doing to the air you breathe. The newest Dyson Pure Cool now has an LCD display that will let you know exactly what’s going on while the machine is running. 

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Samsung details upcoming QLED 4K TVs that blend right into your wall

Earlier this week we told you about LG’s new OLED TV lineup, which is set to offer some of the most affordable price points we’ve seen on these wildly popular displays. Skip forward to today and Samsung is ready to spill its TV plans for 2018. To no surprise, QLED is once again a buzzword for the Asia-based company that is still looking to shore up its market share in this category.

A focus on ultra-thin bezels and slim designs are complemented by the inclusion of Samsung’s in-house Bixby voice assistant. All told, there are four new models making an appearance in 2018 with varying prices and features. And yes, curved displays are still a thing, at least as far as Samsung is concerned.

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Best Console Game Releases for March: Far Cry 5, Sea of Thieves, Kirby, more

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While February and March are usually considered to be among the slower months for game releases, it has been a pretty busy 2018 thus far. Monster Hunter World and the Shadow of the Colossus remaster dropped last month and March will be seeing the next entry in the Far Cry series, Microsoft’s new Sea of Thieves IP and a long, lost Assassin’s Creed title get some new life. And don’t forget about the Devil May Cry remaster collection and Kirby Star Allies for Switch.

All that and more in March 2018’s best video game releases below:

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Wacom debuts upgraded next generation Intuos drawing tablets aimed at beginners

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Wacom continues to standout as an industry leader in creating hardware for artists and engineers. And after their previous release focusing on professional creators, today the company has announced updated versions of its Intuos Drawing tablets aimed at both creative beginners and enthusiasts alike.

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Segway blends its miniLITE scooter with artificial intelligence in new Loomo personal assistant

The last few years has seen Segway shift its focus from personal transportation to other categories, one of which is automation. Earlier this year at CES the robotics manufacturer teased an upcoming two-wheeled autonomous personal assistant. Flash forward to today and Loomo, a robotic scooter mixed with artificial intelligence, is set to launch pre-orders with a hefty $1,300 price tag.

While the MSRP may scare some folks away, Segway is looking to early adopters that want to take their homes into the future.

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Sony unveils God of War PS4 Pro w/ complete visual overhaul, pre-order now

Rumors and leaks regarding an upcoming PS4 bundle for the new God of War game have been all over the internet for the past month or more. Considering this is supposed to be the franchise’s return to glory, not to mention one of Sony’s most anticipated and beloved first party franchises, a special console bundle seemed imminent.

And to almost no one’s surprise, a little more than a month before the new game hits store shelves, Sony has now officially unveiled the new Limited Edition God of War PS4 Pro Bundle.

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LG unveils 2018 lineup of OLED TVs, including its most affordable model yet

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High-end home theaters help us bring home our favorite movies, and there’s nothing like a massive 4K TV at the center of it to recreate the silver screen experience at home. OLED TV are some of the most widely acclaimed out there, and today LG unveiled the rest of its 2018 lineup of high-end models at an event in Seoul, Korea.

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Roland’s new TR-8S blends iconic drum sounds w/ custom samples [Video]

Today, the drum machine experts over at Roland are officially unveiling an updated version of the TR-8. The new TR-8S is designed to continue the company’s tradition of providing music makers and performers with some of the most iconic electronic drum sounds in history.

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8Bitdo has a new accessory that lets you use PS4 controllers on Switch, more

If you have a Nintendo Switch, you’ve likely thought about picking up Nintendo’s official Pro Controller. It’s a great accessory, and I seriously love mine. But, not everyone wants to drop $65 on a controller. If you have a PS3, PS4, or even Wii or Wii U, now there’s a way to use those controllers with your Switch easily.

8Bitdo, a well-known accessory manufacturer, recently launched a wireless Bluetooth adapter that works with the Switch, Windows, Mac, and Raspberry Pi. This accessory costs around $20 plus shipping from 8Bitdo’s official Amazon storefront and could be a game changer for many.

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ShiftCam 2.0 features easy to access lens options that help you take unique photos

Our phones have amazing cameras. Honestly, regardless of what phone you pick up these days, you’ll likely get a camera that will beat most point and shoot offerings. One thing that dedicated cameras have over phones, however, is options for lenses. You can change your zoom range, get in closer, farther away, make the shot look however you want.

Normally, on our phones, we can do something similar to that, but it’s limited to software zoom. Software zoom is never as good as optical zoom as you’re just expanding the image, not actually getting closer. That’s where lens cases come into play. ShiftCam 2.0 is a case that features multiple lenses you just slide up and down, making changing your cameras view super simple.

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Harman Kardon takes on HomePod with new Alexa-packed Astra smart speaker

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Since Amazon debuted Alexa, the digital assistant has taken on a variety of form-factors. At Mobile World Congress this week, Harman Kardon continued that trend by announcing its latest smart speaker. Deemed Astra, the device is said to boast high quality, room-filling audio alongside Alexa’s thousands of skills.

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Mutant Year Zero on PS4/Xbox One brings XCOM-style combat & talking ducks [Video]

Microsoft and Sony have both now officially revealed the debut cinematic trailer and initial details about the new Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden. Based on the pen and paper game, the new title is coming to Xbox One and PS4 this year and it looks quite intriguing.

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