Twitter has become a news hub as well as a means to connect with people for many of us. Millions of tweets are sent out each day by comedians, politicians, celebrities and of course regular people like you and me. Sometimes the tweets can be humorous, informative and at times a few become pretty memorable. For those worth remembering the company FramedTweets offers a new service to capture them forever.
Getting enough sleep to be well-rested is no easy feat for some. Whether you’re fighting insomnia, noisy neighbors, stress, or just bad sleeping habits, it may be difficult for you to feel your best each morning after waking up. The SNOOZ White Noise Machine offers a more modern take on helping you fall asleep with an integrated fan and iOS and Android smartphone control.
Alexa has been featured and supported by loads of different smart accessories now, and Cortana has been feeling a little bit left out. So her creators over at Microsoft teamed up with the audio pros at Harman to create their very own music-playing, virtually assisted notification machine. The new Harman Kardon Invoke with Cortana is set for release later this year and comes with a few features Alexa might even would be jealous over…
Popular headphone maker Beyerdynamic has unveiled its new Xelento wireless, which it calls the “first wireless in-ears for audiophiles”. While competitors have rushed to flood the market with a multitude of cord-free options, Beyerdynamic has largely steered away from this trend. That changes today thanks to a unique design that stands out from the competition in a few ways. Most notable is a necklace-style wire that diverts from the typical behind-the-ear style we’re used to.
So whatdoes an audiophile-focused pair of wireless headphones entail? Head below for more.
Has anyone else had the experience of running out the door without that coffee in hand? In case you didn’t think this would ever be a good idea, there’s a new product on Kickstarter that could prove you wrong.
Mokase is the special smartphone case that will literally brew coffee for you. I see what they did there. Simply put, there will be coffee inside your phone that can be poured like a pitcher. Maybe it’s weird, but you can’t beat convenience. And in case you are worried about liquid inside your device, the iPhone 7 stays perfectly alive in a cup of hot coffee.
There’s no greater feeling of helplessness when caring for a sick child. This is especially true for when you’re trying to bring down a fever. Having to keep checking your child’s temperature and then knowing what you are suppose to do to try to get the fever down. Degreeº, currently on Kickstarter, fits around your child’s ear and monitors temperature continuously for as long as you need it to. It’s “the worlds first wearable in-ear thermometer.” Just put it on once and let it go to work. You get real-time stats and you can even get alarms if the temperature is too high or rising too fast.
Weber is one of the most established names in the grilling industry, thanks to its long running line of smokers and charcoal cookers. It recently introduced the Summit Series, a high-end group of products for chefs looking to go beyond a basic setup. With brands like Treager introducing new tech-laden grills, it’s no surprise that Webber is making its own push into the upper echelon of this category.
The Summit Charcoal Grill features a 24-inch cook top and can be customized to smoke, grill or char your food to exact specifications. Dubbed a “gourmet BBQ system”, Weber isn’t holding back on this backyard beauty.
Fender is one of the best known brands in music, and more specifically for guitar players. Its instruments and amps have played an integral role in music production for a countless number of years, so it is always exciting when it releases a new product. Today the company is announcing the launch of a brand new lineup of connected-amps to its popular Mustang GT series, along with the free Fender Tone mobile companion app for iOS and Android…
As the smart home industry grows, there continues to be a better selection of devices to automate our lives. But because most of these products lack native capabilities to interact with each other, we’re stuck with multiple hubs to control everything. Momo, brought to us by Kickstarter, seeks to unite various smart home accessories into a single hub, all while introducing facial recognition, gesture control, and other new features.
With summer quickly approaching, many of us want to find something fun and exciting to do with vacation and the coming warm weather. Water activities are generally a popular option, and that means it’s time to locate all your surf boards, sand buckets, and scuba gear from the winter hibernation bin in that dark basement.
Some of you may be thinking that your scuba gear is so bulky, you don’t even want to go diving this year. What if there was a better way? Well, I believe there isn’t – at least not yet. AirBuddy is fully funded on Kickstarter and is a special invention for all of our divers out there.
Today, Acer has introduced a 32-inch 4K display aimed at graphics professionals. The BM320 features a 3840×2160 Ultra HD IPS panel with 178-degree viewing angles, an Adobe RGB gamut, and 10-bit color depth. Acer’s new monitor is ideally suited for a graphics workstation or video post-production toolkit.
You might know Rovio and its little avian-flinging games, Angry Birds. The series has amassed a strong following over the years and is one of highest-rated game franchises on the App Store. However, excitement for the brand has dimmed as of late despite the Angry Birds reaching into just about every product category Rovio could fling them in to. And now it looks like the developer is quietly testing the waters with the release of its latest IP, Battle Bay…
We first heard about GE’s new smart table lamp late last year as the “first Amazon Alexa-embedded lighting product”. And today, the company has divulged a series of new details including Apple HomeKit support, pre-order discounts, release window and an official product name…
Standing out from the pack isn’t an easy proposition for TV manufacturers. Leave it to Euro-based Loewe to figure out it. Its new bild 9 OLED combines a striking design with high-end technology that results in one of the coolest looking TVs that we’ve ever seen. Inspired by Bauhaus and Art Deco, it blends sharp lines and a variety of materials for a sleek, mid-century look. The 7mm 4K OLED display is mounted to a matte gold bracket system that takes this TV from electronic to focal point. More below.
There are many different ways to embrace the coming of summer. Target has decided to do this by launching its World of Inspiration Collection. For a limited-time they will feature a collection of artisan-inspired colors, patterns, and textures hoping to bring flairs to your home and wardrobe!
eBike continue to grow as a commuters’ preferred ride of choice, helping them ditch public transportation or giving a boost in longer daily rides. Often times though, the bulky designs of these vehicles make it difficult to store or transport when not riding, removing some of the convenience. A new Indiegogo campaign looks to change this by introducing a folding eBike that pairs speed with autonomy and efficiency. Designed by France-based electric vehicle maker Weebot, Aero is, at its core, built around a lightweight folding form-factor.
Alexa, grow me some fresh tomatoes. OK fine, we may not be there just yet. But honestly, it would be super cool to get some smart gardening going on, especially if that garden is to be located right in our kitchen. After all, it’s popular now to eat healthy all the time right?
Get to know the Tregren T-series smart garden. It’s a fully funded product on Kickstarter and it (almost) perfectly fits what we were describing above. Apparently growing greens at home is one of the fastest growing trends, and if you’re into it, give it a try!
Kobo is a Canadian company that created the Aura One e-reader back in 2014. It was for anyone who liked to read in the bath, at the beach or poolside. Some of its drawbacks were the big 7.8-inch screen that didn’t make it very portable and it was pretty pricey at $229. Now a few years later, the just-introduced Aura H2O is still just as waterproof as the One, and shares the same intelligent lighting that reduces blue light at night. However, it differs in that its smaller 6.8-inch touchscreen is much easier to hold and the entire thing is priced much lower at $180.
Many people know of Zara, but few know of its Home Collection – Zara Home. You can’t deny it’s nothing but great news – especially if you’re just learning of this. If you’re one that enjoys decorating your home and showering it with new gifts, you know how expensive it can be. Zara Home, thankfully, has some stylish and trendy pieces that won’t break your bank account. We definitely will be putting them at the top of our list for Home Decor.
Monoprice is the name behind some of our favorite third-party accessories and tech. Known for taking a no-nonsense approach to marketing and pricing, the online brand is now entering a new space: the kitchen.
Its new Strata Home line includes everything from Sous Vide cookers to robotic vacuum cleaners, as well as other cooking and baking products. The goal is to bridge the gap between affordability and cutting edge technology, which is a Monoprice speciality.
With the announcement of the new Microsoft Surface Laptop, it was only a matter of time before manufacturers came out of the woodwork with a new generation of accessories. WaterField Designs, one of our favorite boutique-like accessory makers, regularly drops high quality bags and device-specific cases for everything from the Nintendo Switch and Apple gear to the recently unveiled Microsoft Surface laptop. Just days after we caught our first real glimpse of Microsoft’s new notebook, WaterField is now debuting the new Bolt Crossbody laptop bag for Surface…
Incorporating colored mood lighting into one’s TV and home theater setup is becoming increasingly more popular, and for good reason too. Not only does it add ambiance and increase the level of immersion in your content, but also helps reduce eyestrain which stems from prolonged screen use. Dreamscreen differed from the traditional multi-color LED strips with its first lighting kit last year, and now returns with a new Kickstarter campaign to add 4K video pass through and even more functionality.
Lately we’ve been seeing new drones surfacing and new accessories coming out for those drones. A great example is last month’s announcement by DJI of its new VR Goggles, compatible with popular drone models like the Phantom. As probably expected, these have quite the price tag at $449.
For those who just want something cool to play around with or if you’re good with non-brand name film equipment, the Bolt Drone is a solid investment. This Kickstarter product is (more than) fully funded and can be pre-ordered today.
Apple Watch has pretty solid battery life and in most cases, has no issue lasting through an entire day. But for those who are always traveling, or who just need a little extra juice before a workout, the watch doesn’t always cut it. ElevationLab’s latest product, BatteryPro for iPhone and Apple Watch, hopes to solve these power issues stemming from an on-the-go lifestyle.
Today we have smart home devices being created and coming from all different directions. Smart remotes from one company, and smart locks from another. And as you might assume, each has its own special smartphone app. Hooray, more apps!
I actually like to keep the minimum amount of apps necessary to be present on a single smartphone. At a certain point there just needs to be a single system to manage all of it. Smart assistants like Alexa are getting there, but don’t quite have it yet. Here we have a company on Kickstarter with a product called Nodez that seems to bring it all together.
Ever since Apple made the decision to leave the display game (and subsequently return), we’ve seen an abundance of new releases from brands like Philips, LG and others trying to fill the void. Today, one of those major players is returning with another fresh announcement.
LG has quietly unveiled a new 42.5-inch 43UD79-B 4K IPS monitor with its FreeSync technology. Designed as a slightly more budget-friendly alternative to its UltraFine 5K display, this release has a few special tricks up its sleeve. Most notably is the inclusion of four HDMI inputs as well as support for USB-C connectivity. All this comes in at a sub $700 price tag…
Following the creation of HTC’s Vive X accelerator program last year, the company is ready to unveil the progress of one of the startups it has funded. Thanks to the Beijing-based 7invensun, the HTC Vive VR headset will be getting an upgrade kit which adds eye-tracking to the headset lineup. While this isn’t the first VR eye-tracking package, the integration with the Vive ecosystem will surely yield some worthy performance advantages.
If you’re a gamer, you more than likely have at the very least two different controllers in your house, or on you, if not more. One for the Xbox, one for the PS4, maybe a gamepad you use with your Mac/PC and then your phone itself. There are loads of iOS and Android games that play much better with a physical external controller to add on top of that. Sure there are options out there that makes this a little bit less annoying, and for most hardcore consoles gamers it is the first party options or nothing. Nonetheless, a single universal gamepad that could get the job done is in the works known as the ALL-Controller.
KUMIITA is a Kickstarter funded robot kit that its creators believe can teach very young children the basics of programming (before they can even talk!) This robot was designed to realize its creator’s vision of a “prosperous future through technology” by providing children with opportunities to become familiar with programming so that they could be future programmers. If they don’t become programmers it will at least use their knowledge and concepts of programming as a tool to better their future.
Inspired by old school Porsches, the Vintage Electric Outlaw Tracker might just be our favorite electric bike ever. With killer styling and enough juice to get from point A to B, this beauty does it all. Good luck getting your hands on one of these, however. Vintage Electric is only offering 50 units at launch.
Made in conjunction with Rod Emory, famed Porsche rehabber, who was brought in to craft this one-of-a-kind electric bike. The collaboration has resulted in a unique two-wheeler that not only shines as a commuter, but is sure to draw attention of anyone on the road, as well.
Those hover boards that have gotten popular recently sure look like a convenient way to get around. What ever happened to skateboards? Those have always been a classic method of transportation of the youngsters.
To discuss more about skateboards, or one in specific, the Lou Board looks like a sweet ride. This product is fully funded on Kickstarter and is based in Zurich, Switzerland. The team behind this skateboard calls it “the ultimate electric skateboard,” and we’re about to see why.
We’ve covered 360-degree cameras in the past, and as VR content continues to grow, odds are we’ll continue seeing newly released gear to view and capture the content. While some of these cameras are standalone devices, others are accessories to enhance the video quality of your smartphone. Yi seeks to tackle the former category with its new 360 VR-ready camera.
If you haven’t seen it before, Anki Overdrive is this RC racing game that pits you against Artificially Intelligent supercars in a brutal game of speed and strategy. And starting this fall, the gameplay is about to get even more furious. Anki is introducing a special edition set that brings the Fast & Furious crew into the world of Anki Overdrive. You’ll be able to drive Dom’s Ice Charger or Hobbs’ MXT and race against characters from the films. Plus, you can build the excitement into your track with a new exclusive piece.
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LEGO is known for making some of the coolest reproductions of real life machines, cars and buildings. Some of its best kits come out of the LEGO Ideas program, which brings projects to life if there is enough interest.
The latest of which comes from a builder named saabfan that delivers a 1:110 scaled down version of Apollo Saturn V. Standing nearly 40-inches tall, this reproduction includes a lunar lander, the ship itself and minifig astronauts. It may just be my favorite LEGO release ever.
Bluetooth keyboards of ttacll kinds have become a necessity for children, college students, and working adults across the world. As the iPad era began, the netbook era faded away, along with its attached keyboards. Since we realized that it is not always ideal to type on a touchscreen, keyboards for tablets in particular became the popular purchase.
Logitech is a top competitor in the market of tablet keyboards, and its products usually have solid ratings on Amazon. It just introduced a new tablet keyboard to its collection, called the Universal Folio. As news has it, this keyboard supposedly works with any kind of tablet, so you need not buy a new keyboard case with every new tablet purchase.
This morning, audio company Master & Dynamic announced that it has partnered with Leica to release a new series of headphones. Yes, that Leica. So how did one of Europe’s most popular camera makers end up partnering on a line of headphones? Master & Dynamic thought Leica’s unique look would translate well to a pair of cans. And we have to say, we think they were right.
Released under the brand 0.95, these headphones pay homage to the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm. That camera has the world’s fastest aperture aspherical lens at f/0.95. The familiar retro-inspired styling of vintage photography has translated pretty well to Master & Dynamic’s over-ear and in-ear headphones.
The Reolink Argus is a truly wireless security camera that records in 1080p. It’s 100% wire-free and you can place it just about anywhere. With less than a day left in its Indiegogo campaign, the Reolink’s battery-powered, indoor-outdoor Argus promises to be a multi-functional security camera at the right price.
DJI is well-known for its consumer-friendly drones. As many Phantom fans are aware, the way to control it is via the remote that comes in the box, along with a smartphone as the viewing screen. Seeing what the drone can see from all the way up there, I thought, was a very cool experience.
That being said, it seems like DJI is not quite finished announcing new products this month. Just a few days ago, the DJI Goggles were announced to the world. The Mavic Pro, Phantom 4, and Inspire drones will be compatible with DJI’s latest release right out of the box.
A few months back we told you about Lofree, a mechanical wireless keyboard that attempted to bridge the gap between retro styling and modern day tech. After three years in the making, a brand by the name of Elretron has brought its own version of a vintage-style keyboard to market. After a brief stint on Kickstarter, it’s safe to say the response has been noteworthy.
With eight days remaining in its campaign, Elretron has raised nearly $400,000, which is eight times its initial goal. So what has backers in such a frenzy? Aside from its typewriter design, it comes in a variety of stylish finishes including wood. My favorite part is that the side-mounted macro bar allows users to save frequently used keys or words with a simple press.
While cases provide protection for our devices, many use the accessories as a means of personalizing their smartphones. A recently launched Indiegogo campaign brings us the NuAns Neo Reloaded which fully embodies this sentiment, and is built from the ground up with customization in mind. The phone seeks to stand out from the competition not by offering a superior camera or other specs, but by providing a distinct look and feel.
The Ultraloq UL1 is a new biometric and Bluetooth Smart lock that can be opened using your fingerprint or contactless key fob. It has a month left of it’s campaign on Indiegogo and it has already surpassed its fundraising goal. The smart lock has been designed to be easily installed, plus it’s also weather-resistant, equipped with dual data encryption and can be opened with either iOS or Android mobile devices.
After some leaks over the past week or so, Activision and developer Sledgehammer Games officially unveiled this year’s entry in the long-running Call of Duty series. After rocket-boosting way into the future in 2016’s Infinite Warfare…
This morning, Amazon has announced its new Echo Look camera, a unique device that leverages Alexa to help you with a variety of tasks. Designed with fashion-forward folks in mind, Amazon’s latest release offers feedback on your style as well as the ability to capture images of your outfit to share on social media services. Today’s news also delivers the Echo Look app for smartphones that works in conjunction with this camera.
Amazon has been very aggressive with the expansion of its Alexa Voice Service in 2017 and its latest in-house device continues that trend. Although this release feels slightly gimmicky in practice, seeing the online giant throw its hat into the camera market is intriguing. More details below.
Many of us struggle with the classic “organized mess” of a desk that we like to call our workspace. We can either clean it up and put things away, or we can get away from it to experience a cleaner and more productive day of work. After all, according to some people, our organized messes are what make us who we are.
Let’s say we want to take the easy way out, and to temporarily be free of our desk messes. If you are at work, where would you go? Wouldn’t it be incredible to just work in front of that amazing view through those giant windows that your office has? We should discuss how DeskView can help you there.
Many of us know DJI for its easy-to-fly and popular consumer drones, including the recently released Phantom 4 Advanced. But its lineup also includes a number of professional-grade devices as well. While these might not be applicable for you or I, it’s still pretty incredible to see the technology that DJI is putting up in the sky.
Its latest release comes in partnership with the recently acquired Hasselblad. The 100MP M600 Pro Drone is a Hollywood-grade device with a price tag to match. Even though this is probably too much fire power for the average consumer, it’s still fun to aww over the incredible power and specifications of this monster.
The standalone devices which house our digital assistants have only continued to rise in popularity. From the Amazon Echo lineup to Google Home, the devices offer benefits to our lives and homes alike. But for those who happen to speak a language unsupported by these devices, you’re pretty much out of luck. Dreamwave hopes to solve this with its recently launched Kickstarter campaign, Genie, a multi-lingual translator for your favorite digital assistant.
The battle between Marvel and Capcom heroes has been raging for years, and the latest entry in the series now has an official release date, pre-order bonus and a brand new trailer outlining the details of the game’s Cinematic Story Mode…
Verizon announced that it will offer gigabit broadband with Fios Gigabit Internet. Finally rivaling Comcast, Google Fiber, and other providers who have already launched their service to the masses. The new offer is available to over 8 million homes (so far). You can check here if you are apart of the lucky few.
