Fujifilm takes the wraps off new 4K-enabled X-E3 mirrorless camera

Today Fujifilm has unveiled its new X-E3 mirrorless camera. With a lesser footprint than the aging X-E2, this is now the smallest of the brand’s viewfinder-equipped offerings. But despite its stature, Fujifilm has loaded this camera down with features. It’s headlined by a 24.3-megapixel sensor and full 4K video support, along with wireless connectivity. All of this comes in at under $900, making it a viable option that may pry some Canon and Panasonic die-hards away from their beloved cameras.

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LEGO unveils Star Wars, City and Friends-themed holiday Advent Calendars

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It may not seem like it, but we’re almost to that festive time of year again. And in anticipation of the holidays, LEGO has released three new versions of its yearly Advent Calendar. Comprised of 24 days worth of winter-themed builds, you’ll be able to create miniature models and minifigures from LEGO’s Star Wars, City and Friends series.

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Philips announces new QHD 27-inch monitor with Ultra Wide-Color

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Philips partner EPI has today announced the availability of its 27-inch QHD 276E8FJAB monitor. The new display features Philips’ Ultra Wide-Color technology that provides a wider gamut of colors. In conjunction with the IPS panel, the two help to produce better support across the color spectrum.

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Grovemade’s new Desk Shelf System brings organization to your workspace

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Portland-based Grovemade has introduced yet another versatile option in keeping your desk space organized. The new Grovemade Desk Shelf System brings a leveled space for organizing your desktop monitor and laptop. Made from the same premium materials Grovemade is known for, the Desk Shelf may just be what your office is missing.

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This iPhone-connected mug keeps your beverages hot or cold for up to 12 hours

SmartShow, a high-tech enterprise based in New York, has invented a mug that can keep your ideal temperature, hot or cold, for up to 12 hours. It can also display the current temperature inside the mug and provide wireless charging from its base. There’s even an alert system that can remind you to drink the recommended amount of water each day. Currently being funded on Indiegogo, you can bring this smart mug home with a pledge of $89.

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Neato’s latest robotic vacuum sports advanced floor mapping, Alexa integration and more

The Internet of Things as well as general smartphone connected gadgets and appliances were once again a big hit at IFA. In the home goods space, this week Neato showcased a new addition to its popular lineup of smart vacuums. Touting a refinished exterior as well as enhanced features, the new Botvac D7 looks to be the finest robotic vacuum on the market.

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Epson’s new ultra short-throw 1080p projector has 4,000 lumens w/ $2,999 price tag

Projectors are an excellent way to go from a typical home theater setup to the next level. But one of the most common complaints that comes along with this tech is the unsightly design typically found on most ceiling mounted options. Going with a short-throw projector can help solve that problem and Epson’s latest seems to fit the bill.

The new Home Cinema LS100 is described as an “ultra short-throw” display that uses laser technology to recreate a 120-inch 1080p display while sitting very close to the wall. Epson is pumping out 4,000 lumens on its new projector, which is sure to provide an immersive experience in nearly every environment.

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Logitech brings back ergonomics with MX Ergo trackball mouse

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Following last week’s two new product launches, Logitech has announced a new ergonomic mouse to its MX product lineup. The new MX Ergo is Logitech’s 2017 follow-up to their M570 trackball mouse. Incorporating what made the M570 popular amongst its users, the MX Ergo brings user adjustable angles and granularly precise pointer control.

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The Slate 2+ can instantly turn your pencil drawing into a digital copy

Since the beginning of being able to manipulate images on computers there have been attempts to digitize people’s drawings and sketches for further editing. Scanning your picture only gives you a flat image of what you created, but now with the Slate 2+ you can instantly and naturally turn your sketches into a digital representation.

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Nike now builds custom shoes in under 90 minutes at its Makers’ Studio in NYC

It’s been years since Nike first introduced its NikeID online custom design studio. And while others have tried to replicate this service, the response simply hasn’t been the same. Nike is looking to extend its dominance in this area with the new Live-Design Experience, a 90-minute in-person shoe design studio that will officially open in New York City later this month.

The Nike Makers’ Experience will be housed at the Nike By You Studio in New York, but don’t just expect to walk right in. As an invitation-only service, you’ll need to know the right people to enjoy the shoemaker’s latest creation.

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Sharp is bringing 8K TVs to market later this year because 4K is so 2016

Are you done with 4K? Because according to Sharp, you should be. Today at IFA the display manufacturer announced that it would soon be shipping 8K panels across the globe. New AQUOUS televisions sporting 7,680 x 4,320 resolutions will hit China in December, with Taiwan and Europe on the docket for early 2018.

Sharp first unveiled its 8K displays back in 2015 but the whopping $130,000 price made it a virtual non-starter for most everyone. Not to mention a complete lack of content for the medium as well. Along with today’s announcement, Sharp is also unveiling an 8K ecosystem that it says will launch this ultra-ultra high resolution in the mainstream faster than expected…

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Capcom re-releases Street Fighter II with Collector’s Edition SNES Cartridge

Retro gaming has been on the rise, with last year’s hit NES Classic and now the recently announced SNES remake looking to be one of the hottest gadgets this holiday season. Hoping to take advantage of all the commotion, Capcom has recreated Street Fighter II for the Super NES in a limited production run; complete with vintage iconography and classic SNES cartridge.

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Sony debuts three new retro-style translucent PS4 controllers

While it may not be as extensive as the ever-growing list of custom and special edition Xbox controllers on the market (Microsoft loves these things), Sony has its fair share of interesting DualShock 4s as well. Whether its the all gold on gold take, the classic black or deep cover camo, there’s no shortage of options. Today, the company is introducing three throw-back style DualShock 4 controllers for PS4 in red, blue and crystal…

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Sennheiser unveils trio of new earphones including 10-hour wireless & high-end wired options

Sennheiser has today announced three new headphone models at IFA 2017. The latest from Sennheiser include one wired and two wireless products and range from casual, everyday use to high-performance in-ear headphones.

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JBL Free earbuds are the company’s foray into true wireless earbuds

JBL has today announced they’re cutting the cord with their new Free earbuds. The true wireless earbuds are the company’s answers to the ever-growing cord-free earbud market. Today’s release comes equipped with JBL’s Signature Sound profile to match the audio experience heard on other JBL products.

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Next generation bone-conduction Trekz Air headphones from AfterShokz

Today at IFA 2017, AfterShokz showcased its next generation bone-conduction headphones. With a significantly lighter design and a seemingly more streamlined form-factor, the company is looking to take its unique listening experience to the next level with the new AfterShokz Trekz Air headphones…

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Harman Kardon’s latest is an Alexa-compatible speaker called Allure

It’s been a huge 2017 for Alexa as Amazon’s voice-assistant has made its way to a variety of third-party devices in recent months. After Anker unveiled its more affordable Echo Dot competitor, we’re now seeing Harman Kardon make a run, too.

The Alure Smart Speaker features a design that, well, leaves something to be desired. It’s not the most sleek release from Harman Kardon in recent memory by any means. But for those looking for Alexa capabilities in a more powerful package, this new device might fit the bill.

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DJI announces new quieter, longer lasting Mavic Pro Platinum and Phantom 4 Pro in Obsidian

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DJI has introduced two new drones to its product lineup today. The new Mavic Pro Platinum brings a quieter flight experience while also adding more flight time. While not technically a new product, the Phantom 4 Pro now comes in an Obsidian color. DJI has also announced a small firmware update coming soon to the Spark.

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Sony launches new RX0 action camera with same 1-inch image sensor as RX100

It’s no secret that Sony’s RX100 series is one of my favorite pocketable cameras ever. It produces amazing image quality and is great for video. In fact, I used the RX 100 exclusively for over a year for YouTube videos.

Today at IFA, Sony launched the new RX0, a much smaller action camera that’s sure to be the start of a new series for the Japanese company. The RX0 (pre-order from B&H) is more akin to a GoPro in form factor, but features the same 1-inch sensor found in the RX100. When you consider that most action cameras feature tiny 1/2.3-inch sensors, the RX0 is kind of a big deal.

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Sphero’s latest Star Wars iPhone-controlled droids include R2-D2 and BB-8

Sphero has announced at IFA 2017 that it is expanding its Star Wars-focused lineup today with two new droids. With The Last Jedi set to hit theaters on December 15th, Sphero is looking to cash in on this year’s latest release. Today’s announcement delivers R2-D2 and BB-9E remote control droids with full iOS and Android connectivity. Much like the popular BB-8 from a few years back, you’ll have full control over these adorable characters…

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Ricoh unveils new 360-degree camera sporting 4K video capture and 3D audio

With the popularity of Virtual Reality continuing to grow, so too has the handheld 360-degree camera scene. In the past year, the market has flooded with contenders, which means Ricoh’s latest Theta V 360-degree camera will certainly have to pack some impressive features to standout from the pack.

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SanDisk unveils 400GB microSDXC card, the highest-capacity model ever

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Today Western Digital and SanDisk launched the “world’s highest-capacity microSD card” with an incredible 400GB of storage. That’s double the previous record held by SanDisk. With more devices supporting larger external storage than ever before, SanDisk is looking to meet the ever increasing demands of users with today’s announcement. For example, many of LG’s flagship devices would in theory support upwards of 2TB, if needed.

Western Digital claims that it was able to achieve this larger capacity by developing a new proprietary technology and design. But that’s naturally going to come with a high price tag.

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Sony’s Google Assistant smart speaker looks just like Apple’s HomePod, but for $199

Following Google Assistant’s hardware SDK from earlier this year, third-parties are finally stepping into the smart speaker game with their own hardware. Today at IFA 2017, Sony has announced its first smart speaker, and it has some, familiar attributes.

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Garmin launches $200 vívosport fitness tracker w/ GPS, HRM, and other new features

Along with a new Apple Pay competitor and refreshed vívoactive wearable, Garmin has also today introduced the new vívosport fitness tracker. What makes this announcement notable is Garmin’s intriguing positioning of its latest device.

At $200, it’s easily seen as a high-end fitness tracker when compared to Fitbit’s offerings. Conversely, some of its smartphone-connected features make it feel like an entry-level smartwatch. Built-in GPS and up to a week’s worth of battery life are among a long list of features that might entice you to make the newest Garmin your next purchase.

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Qardio launches new QardioBase with improved sensors, wider base

Qardio, a company focused on personal health technologies, has today announced an update to their original smart scale. The QardioBase 2 builds off of the success of its predecessor and its iconic design. The updated smart scale brings an improved base for stability, a new sensor system, and a rechargeable internal battery.

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Logitech unveils powerful Craft keyboard and MX Sound speakers

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Today, Logitech is adding two new accessories to its desktop computing lineup: the Craft keyboard and the MX Sound speakers. Logitech’s new Craft keyboard looks to bring customizability and extensibility to your fingertips. The MX Sound speakers produce a refined, clean look to traditional desktop speakers.

In building out a more advanced keyboard, and bringing an elegant look to desktop speakers, Logitech is looking to take over your desktop space.

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Acer showcases new powerhouse Orion 9000 desktop PC & curved 35-inch 1440p display

Acer today has taken the wraps off of the new Orion 9000 gaming desktop, as well as a new 35-inch 1440p monitor. The company made the announcements at IFA in Berlin, teasing a release before the end of 2017. Acer joins a variety of other company in its IFA announcements.

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Audio-Technica unveils a series of new Bluetooth headphones at IFA 2017

Audio-Technica is introducing a few additions to its current headphone lineup today at IFA 2017 in Germany. Already the makers of some of our favorite options in various price ranges, we are getting a new wireless over-ear set as well some in-ears. While Audio-Technica does cater to just about everyone in terms of price, these new cans will certainly land in the more affordable range.

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Samsung’s new Gear IconX wireless earbuds have improved battery life and Bixby Voice [Gallery]

Earlier today, Samsung took the wraps off of its new Gear Fit 2 Pro and Gear Sport wearables. In addition to these two announcements, Samsung also unveiled an updated version of its Gear IconX wireless earbuds. With this latest entry, Samsung is focused on two main upgrades – access to its Bixby virtual assistant and improved battery life.

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Nintendo Switch Indie Showcase: No More Heroes, Super Meat Boy Forever, more

As successful as Switch has been for Nintendo, it hasn’t been without criticism including warped consoles and a somewhat underwhelming launch lineup. Despite some fantastic titles already available on the platform like the near-perfect Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild, Arms and Splatoon 2, Nintendo is going to have to do more than bring the Rabbids to the Mushroom Kingdom to keep the hype going. Fortunately, today’s “Nindies” game showcase has brought a lot more to the table…

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Logitech’s new Wireless Mechanical Keyboard promises gamer performance, more

A few months back, Logitech first unveiled its Powerplay line of accessories designed to deliver professional-level gaming performance in a wireless package. Fast forward to IFA 2017 and Logitech is expanding its lineup with two new products featuring the same LIGHTSPEED technology.

Today’s announcement includes the G613 wireless mechanical gaming keyboard, a product that covers a few buzzwords that typically don’t go together. It’s hard enough to make a solid wireless mechanical keyboard, but one that’s designed for gamers? The new G603 wireless mouse is also making its first appearance today. Hit the jump for more.

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D-Link’s new $60 Wi-Fi Surveillance Camera offers HD streams at an affordable price

Today, D-Link has introduced a new affordable mini HD Wi-Fi Camera, the DCS-8000LH, that features 720p video for under $60. While it may not blow you away from a technical perspective, the slim, unassuming design makes it a great buy for those looking to dabble in home security for the first time.

D-Link’s latest release is an excellent starter security camera for a number of reasons, including its built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and integrated smartphone apps. Head below for the full press release and more.

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Bang & Olufsen showcases new OLED 4K TV with AirPlay and more built-in

Today, at IFA 2017 in Berlin, Bang and Olufsen has announced a new partnership with LG resulting in its first foray into OLED TVs. By hooking up with the industry leader in this technology, B&O all but guarantees a first class experience that delivers on tech and design.

The BeoVision Eclipse sports a 4K display and a unique 450 watt audio system that seemingly floats freely. Our favorite feature? The motorized stand that wheels itself to any location around the room to ensure optimum viewing angles. More below.

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Western Digital unveils updated My Cloud Home NAS drives, available now

Western Digital’s My Cloud Network Attached Storage solutions are among some of the most consumer friendly options on the market. Many of the other cloud-enabled hard drives out there can be much more complicated and look like you have a server in your living room. WD has been a trusted name in consumer storage for years, so it doesn’t come as much surprise it would bring this tech to the masses. Personally, I think everyone should have some kind of NAS-like technology made available to them these days, so we were excited to hear about Western’s Digital’s next generation personal NAS drives…

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Acer just introduced an all-in-one 4K camera with 360-degree capture

Acer just unveiled two new LTE-connected cameras today at the IFA Trade Show in Berlin. The first being the Holo 360 which has the ability to shoot 4K video and 6.9K spherical photos. It also lets you edit and share your videos easier than ever right from the camera. 

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ASUS unveils Windows Mixed Reality-based Headset w/ integrated cameras

With Virtual Reality, alongside Mixed/Augmented Reality being as popular as they have been recently, it’s no surprise that even companies like Dell are throwing their hats into the ring. Now at Berlin’s IFA Trade Show, ASUS too has entered the fray with its new Windows Mixed Reality-based Headset.

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Samsung announces massive 49-inch curved widescreen monitor w/ HDR, 144Hz refresh, more

Today at its “Your New Normal” event at IFA 2017, Samsung unveiled the world’s largest QLED gaming monitor (which it showed off back in June). While the new monitor is geared to gaming, this new monster could be an awesome addition to a variety of setups.

Cards Against Humanity V2.0 includes over 150 new cards for just $25

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If you have never heard of Cards Against Humanity, that probably means you’re a decent human being… For the most part, at least. Cards Against Humanity boasts itself as a “party game for horrible people” but it’s really just a fun rendition of the age old game Apples to Apples in this writer’s opinion. Filled with jokes you could never find yourself telling, or just funny sentences you get to finish, Cards Against Humanity is a fun game all around, but definitely not for all ages. There are many cards that are not for the faint of heart or younger eyes, so please play responsibly.

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The newly announced Canon EOS M100 boasts a 24MP upgrade

Canon announced today the EOS M100 interchangeable mirrorless camera. It’s a new starting point for camera enthusiasts who want something a little more than what the typical smartphone can offer. It has a 24.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor housed inside the M100 body and is reportedly easier to handle than the traditional point and shoot options out there. 

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Beyerdynamic packs its Tesla drivers into the new wireless Aventho headphones

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While seemingly tailored specifically towards audio professionals and critical listeners, Beyerdynamic headphones are among our favorite out there regardless. I use a pair of DT 770 Pro over-ears on a regular basis in my home studio/office and as far as I am concerned they can’t be beat for sound quality and comfort in the price range. Certainly still on the pricey side, Beyer has dropped a few options that might be considered to be a little bit more appropriate for casual use on-the-go like the T51i among others. And now we are getting word of its latest set of high-end cans for portable use…

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AOC’s latest monitor has a textured gold plated design for your co-workers to look at

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This morning AOC announced the latest addition to its ever-expanding lineup of monitors: a 27-inch curved 1080p display with one of the most unique designs that we’ve ever seen…on the back. That’s right, this gold-laden display packs more intrigue where users can’t see it. Here’s to hoping your putting this $200 monitor in a cubical and not up against a wall.

You’ll be giving up some features by opting for this more budget-focused monitor. While it does support HDMI input, there isn’t much else when it comes to I/O. But that’s a trade-off some are willing to make…

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Dell intros its own VR headset for Microsoft’s Mixed Reality Platform

While it it still hasn’t quite captured our imaginations fully just yet, the rise of virtual reality gaming and the like is well under way. Products like Sony VR, Oculus and even the HTC Vive have been around for a while now, but the technology still hasn’t quite permeated through the masses just yet. With the fairly recent announcement of Microsoft’s Window Mixed Reality platform, it likely won’t be long before the Xbox division jumps in to the next dimension as well.

Unveiled today, the first hardware directly compatible with the still somewhat mysterious new Microsoft VR/AR platform is the Dell Visor. Featuring a now familiar looking form factor, the Visor will be available later this year as the first out of the gate for Redmond’s new Mixed Reality platform.

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Specdrums turns just about any surface into a musical instrument

For those of us who tend to tap away with their hands when boredom strikes now have a new gadget meant just for them. Specdrums is a series of app controlled rings that actually let you to add music and sounds to your tapping. Currently being funded on Kickstarter, this new device turns everyday objects into instruments to make music.

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Aura is the modern digital picture frame that makes your photos into works of art

For many, smartphones have become the main way to capture photos throughout the day. But for those looking to display their pictures, printing them out isn’t always the best way to go. That’s where the Aura Digital Picture Frame shines, with a high-density display and smart selection software, it looks to make sure captured photos always look its best.

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Insta360 One 4K Camera w/ iPhone support adds anticipated features

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While new 360-degree cameras have been revealing themselves here and there, they’ve generally included similar functionality. Among these new cameras, those of us who are into these VR devices may have seen Shenzen-based Insta360’s products come about. Some are iPhone-compatible which is nice, however they seem to have mixed reviews about the quality and performance of the cameras.

Today the company has introduced another Insta360 camera that offers a few special features that we haven’t seen before. Also compatible with iPhone, the Insta360 One is a pill-shaped little device that offers the usual 4K quality footage at 30 frames per second, and captures 24MP stills. As a bonus with this camera, we have the ability to take a 1080p frame as a photo from 360-degree videos that you shoot.

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Fitbit launches $300 ‘Ionic’ Apple Watch competitor w/ 4+ day battery, sleep tracking, more

Fitbit has officially unveiled its new ‘Ionic’ health and fitness tracker with smartwatch features that compete with the Apple Watch. Fitbit Ionic is priced at $299 and is comparable to the Apple Watch Series 2 which starts at $369.

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Latest Transcend SSDs for DIY Mac upgrades support high-speed PCIe 3.0

Transcend, which has long offered Mac owners the chance to upgrade their SSDs to higher-capacity ones, has announced a new range of drives that support PCIe Gen 3.0. These cards, which use the latest 3D NAND flash chips, offer read/write speeds of up to 950MB/s.

The new JetDrive 820 drives are available in capacities of up to 960GB, and are compatible with a wide range of Macs …

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Smarter Coffee 2.0 brews on-demand drinks from your iPhone or Android

When it comes to coffee, I’m interested in any and every option out there. Pour over, french press, syphon, you name it, I’ll try it. While that list continues to expand, one thing I’ve yet to do is have my iPhone make me a cup of joe first thing in the morning. The new Smarter Coffee machine wants to change that. Yes, it’s smartphone-connected and Android users are also welcome to the party.

Where Smarter hopes to differentiate itself is through its all-in-one design. This app-enabled brewer handles your coffee from grinding beans all the way to a finished product. This all sounds pretty great, if you’re willing to pay up that is.

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