Author: Nicholas Calderone

A look inside UGREEN’s push beyond charging and storage, as HomeAgent aims to make the smart home more connected, proactive, and personal. For years, home security cameras have largely been designed around the things we do not want to happen. A camera watches for an intruder, detects a package, alerts you when someone approaches the door, or records an unexpected event. UGREEN wants to change that. At its Smart Living Launch Event at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on September 1, the company introduced HomeAgent, a new AIoT ecosystem designed to bring local storage, artificial intelligence, home automation, security, and…

At IFA 2026, SwitchBot, a leading provider of smart home automation and embodied AI products, today announced the launch of SwitchBot Lock Ultra Max Vision Pro Combo, a complete retrofit smart-entry solution for European households that combines the all-new SwitchBot Lock Ultra Max, SwitchBot Keypad Vision Pro, and SwitchBot Hub Mini Matter Enabled. Designed to let households keep their existing lock cylinder while upgrading the entire experience at the door, the combo brings together faster lock performance, up to 19 ways to unlock, layered power backup, local biometric protection, real-time status awareness, and Matter connectivity. The result is a flexible…

SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, today announced the launch and availability of SwitchBot AI MindClip at IFA 2026, a lightweight clip-on wearable AI assistant powered by Qwen. Designed for work, family, study, and everyday life, AI MindClip turns conversations, ideas, promises, and to-dos into summaries, reminders, searchable memories, and next actions. From a partner’s morning reminder and a quick note at school pickup, to a client’s last-minute request or an idea during a commute, AI MindClip is designed to capture what slips away and remember it when it matters. Visitors can experience SwitchBot AI MindClip…

Engineered for premium home entertainment, AWOL Vision’s new flagship ultra-short-throw projector delivers 4K 120Hz performance, 6,000 ISO lumens of brightness, optical lens shift, and intelligent setup. AWOL Vision, a global home entertainment brand delivering immersive audiovisual experiences through large-format displays, home cinema technology, and connected entertainment. At IFA 2026, AWOL Vision makes its first appearance following a refreshed global brand identity unveiled in June 2026, marking a new stage in the company’s evolution toward a broader home entertainment experience. Centered around its new vision, “Bring Wonder Home,” the upgrade brings the AWOL Aetherion Series for ultra-short-throw projectors and AWOL Valerion…

The Razer Prio combines a compact foldable design, USB-C connectivity, responsive controls, and extensive customization in a mobile gaming controller that’s easy to take anywhere. I’ve been an avid player of first-person shooter games since I was a kid. Call of Duty is one of my favorites, and a few years ago, I picked up Call of Duty: Mobile on my iPhone. At the time, I wasn’t a fan of on-screen controls, so I investigated mobile gaming controllers and ended up with the Razer Kishi. It was a great controller to use with the iPhone, and I did really well…

Building on its expertise in stylish, minimalist design, Arc brings its signature ethos to its first wallet. Arc, a design-led technology accessory brand known for creating jewelry for devices, announces the Arc Vault, its first wallet. Where Arc Pulse became jewelry that protects your tech, Arc Vault is jewelry that protects your essentials. The launch extends Arc’s signature design language into a new everyday carry category. The Arc Vault is a precision-machined aluminum card holder built around a proprietary one-motion fanning mechanism, with MagSafe compatibility built in. Its fully enclosed metal body also forms a faraday cage, blocking RFID signals…

After 15 years at the helm of Apple, Tim Cook is officially stepping down as the company’s chief executive officer. As of September 1, 2026, John Ternus takes over as Apple’s new CEO, marking the first major change at the top of the company since Cook succeeded Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 2011. Cook, however, isn’t leaving Apple. He will transition to the role of executive chairman of Apple’s board of directors, where he will continue to play a role in the company’s affairs. The leadership change was first announced by Apple in April following what the company described as…

Fall is here, and several popular brands are celebrating the season with Labor Day savings on everything from coffee and cocktail accessories to the latest tech essentials. For a limited time, shoppers can save on products from Satechi, ESPRO, and LIITON. Whether you’re upgrading your desktop setup, refreshing your coffee routine, or looking for a unique addition to your home bar, these Labor Day deals offer an opportunity to pick up something new while saving. Satechi: 20% Off Sitewide September 3–7 Satechi is offering 20% off sitewide during its Labor Day promotion with code LABORDAY26. The sale includes Satechi’s newest accessories, including the MacBook…

Proton’s analysis of more than 7,000 mobile VPN apps finds millions of Americans may be using VPN services that track their data, monitor their location, or are linked to foreign companies Proton today published a new report examining the privacy practices and ownership of mobile VPN applications, finding that a significant number of services available to U.S. consumers may expose users to the very privacy risks VPNs are intended to protect against. After conducting a months-long analysis of more than 7,000 mobile VPN apps worldwide, Proton found that 85% of VPN apps available in the United States contain trackers designed to…

Save 10% on select 2026 Segway Navimow robotic lawn mowers through September 9 Segway Navimow is celebrating Labor Day with savings on its 2026 lineup of robotic lawn mowers. Beginning August 28 through September 9, customers can save 10% on select Navimow models, making it a great time to upgrade lawn care technology before the mowing season comes to an end. With lawn mowing season continuing into early November in many areas, homeowners still have plenty of time to put a robotic mower to work. Navimow’s autonomous lawn mowers are designed to make routine lawn maintenance easier while giving homeowners…

After years of testing office, gaming, and ergonomic chairs, I puts the Secretlab ATLAS Dune+ Large to the test during recovery from neck surgery. Recently, I went through cervical neck fusion surgery. During my recovery, I knew I couldn’t go back to my old office chair. I needed something that would properly support my neck and back, but I also needed something comfortable enough to sit in for hours while I recovered. The timing couldn’t have been better. Right before my surgery, Secretlab released the ATLAS, and something about this chair immediately caught my attention. I was actually excited to…

Innovative Folding, Height-Adjustable All-in-One Display Delivers Premium Large-Screen Performance —No Installation Required DreamWall, a leading provider of premium MicroLED video wall solutions, will showcase the Monarch Portable MicroLED Display at CEDIA Expo (Booth #1332). Introducing a new category of large-format 4K compatible display solutions, Monarch combines stunning premium MicroLED image quality with exceptional mobility, flexibility and plug-and-play simplicity. Designed to move wherever it is needed, Monarch features an innovative folding, height-adjustable design that requires no mounting, construction or permanent installation. Engineered for environments where fixed displays are impractical, Monarch transforms how large-format displays can be deployed. Inspired by the graceful…

Limited-time deals offer savings on PNY internal and portable SSDs, plus desktop and laptop memory upgrade kits through August 29 PNY is giving consumers an opportunity to upgrade their storage and memory for less with limited-time savings on select internal SSDs, portable SSDs, and PC memory upgrade kits available now at Amazon.com. The promotion is available through Saturday, August 29, giving shoppers the chance to save on storage and memory solutions designed for desktops, laptops, and portable use. Internal SSD Savings Consumers looking to upgrade their system storage can save on select PNY internal SSDs: Portable SSD Savings For users who…

Apple’s most powerful Mac raises the bar for local AI with up to 4.3x faster performance, more advanced graphics, up to 512GB of unified memory, and extensive connectivity Apple today announced the new Mac Studio, featuring M5 Max and the all-new M5 Ultra, delivering a monumental leap in AI performance and even faster graphics for the most demanding pro workflows, all in its signature compact design that lives right on a user’s desk. Now featuring up to 4.3x faster AI performance,1 up to 2x faster storage,2 up to 1.8x faster graphics,1 and up to 1.3x faster CPU speed,1 along with higher memory bandwidth, Mac Studio…

Apple’s Mac mini delivers up to 4x faster AI performance, up to 2x faster graphics and storage, along with enhanced connectivity — all in its ultracompact footprint Apple today announced the new Mac mini with the all-new M6 and powerful M5 Pro, delivering a dramatic boost in performance and even more versatility in its supersmall desktop design. With M6, Mac mini now delivers up to 4x faster AI performance,1 2x faster storage2 and graphics,1 and 40 percent faster CPU performance.1 Everything on Mac mini with M6 feels incredibly fast, from everyday productivity tasks to agentic AI workflows. Mac mini with M5 Pro delivers even more pro-level…

M6, Apple’s first 2 nm chip, features a larger, more powerful 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, and Dual 16-core Neural Engine, while M5 Ultra is Apple’s first quad-die architecture and its most powerful chip ever Apple today debuted M6 in the new Mac mini and M5 Ultra in the new Mac Studio, providing an extraordinary leap in performance and AI capabilities. M6, Apple’s first state-of-the-art 2-nanometer chip, advances every compute block, delivering gains across every dimension of performance. The chip features a larger 12-core CPU complex with the world’s fastest CPU core, a larger 12-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, a Dual…

The brand’s first gaming soundbar brings Dolby Atmos® surround sound, a wireless subwoofer, and headset-free voice comms to gaming setups. ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG), a global leader in high-performance gaming hardware and peripherals, today announced the U.S. retail availability of the ROG Gjallar, the brand’s first gaming soundbar, now available for purchase in the United States. Built specifically with gamers in mind, the ROG Gjallar combines Dolby Atmos®, an included wireless 65W subwoofer, and an innovative audio control box with AI-powered echo cancellation to deliver immersive sound and crystal-clear communication across gaming PCs, consoles, handhelds, and TVs. Immersive Dolby Atmos® Audio Built…

Today, RayNeo™, a global leader in consumer augmented reality (AR) glasses, announced two milestone product lines: the RayNeo iO Smart Glasses and the cinema-grade RayNeo GT Series (comprising RayNeo GT and RayNeo GT Max). The dual launch targets two primary ways consumers use spatial computing: all-day heads-up productivity and high-fidelity mobile entertainment. RayNeo enters the launch with proven momentum, leading the global consumer AR smart glasses market with a 23.7% market share by shipment volume, according to Counterpoint Research Q1 2026 data. With these additions, RayNeo expands its portfolio into lightweight everyday ambient computing and wide-field-of-view spatial cinema. Both product…

The Huntsman finally gets a low-profile design, combining Razer’s analog optical switches, 8000 Hz polling, Rapid Trigger, and competitive gaming features with a slimmer, more comfortable form factor. In the past few years, I’ve been trying to up my PC gaming experience and so I’ve been exploring different styles of keyboards. Razer is an obvious choice and the Huntsman family of keyboards provides solid options. My issue is that I’m accustomed to low-profile keyboard designs and it’s been difficult for me to fully embrace the higher-profile ones. Thankfully, Razer has just released the Huntsman V3 Pro Low-Profile TKL, which makes…

Peak Design’s Field Bracket Kickstarter campaign has surpassed $600,000 in funding, with photographers and creators having just one more day to back the company’s latest camera accessory at its Kickstarter pricing. Peak Design’s latest Kickstarter campaign is entering its final hours, and the response has been substantial. The Field Bracket campaign has now passed the $600,000 funding milestone and has attracted thousands of backers since launching in July. With just one day remaining, interested photographers and camera enthusiasts have a limited amount of time to participate in the campaign before it comes to an end. A Modular Take on the Traditional L-Bracket The…

Pixel Arcadia’s upcoming retro-gaming showcase shares final details ahead of 24 August debut including World Premieres, Mystery Participants, Flash Launches and more Pixel Helix, a leading marketing agency specializing in the promotion of retro games, is proud to unveil final details of what viewers should expect ahead of Pixel Arcadia – The Future of Retro showcase, which is set to unite the retro gaming sphere with its debut on 24 August 2026. Pixel Arcadia promises 90 minutes of retro-gaming euphoria, boasting a number of World Premiere announcements that will surprise and delight in equal measure. Check out the teaser video here. What’s…

Providing a customisable experience for the ultimate comfort, the Master Rex 2026 model is ideal for work, play or relaxing and can be used without strain for long hours Boulies, the ergonomic seating brand redefining workplace and gaming comfort, today announced the US and UK launch of the its new ergonomic gaming chair, the Master Rex 2026. An upgraded version of its popular Master Rex chair, the Master Rex 2026 is the perfect seat for working, gaming or relaxing with multiple customisable and adaptable features for a truly comfortable sitting experience suited to all needs. In the United Kingdom, the Master Rex…

New co-branded portal delivers instant global eSIM connectivity in 200+ destinations, complete with an exclusive launch discount for Consumer Cellular subscribers Airalo, the world’s largest travel eSIM platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Consumer Cellular, one of the largest and most recognized mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) in the United States. Through a new co-branded portal, Consumer Cellular’s 4.5 million subscribers can now seamlessly access and purchase Airalo travel eSIMs for international coverage across 200+ destinations worldwide. To celebrate the launch, all Consumer Cellular and Airalo customers, both new and existing, can enjoy 15% off any eSIM package through…

VERSA combines a professional 3-axis gimbal camera with intelligent AI-powered features, giving creators complete creative freedom to capture every moment. Add the lightweight Flight Kit, and VERSA transforms into an autonomous flying camera for entirely new perspectives. One camera, every perspective. HOVERAir, the pioneer behind the world’s first self-flying camera, is once again redefining personal filmmaking. Today, the company unveiled HOVERAir VERSA, a compact and versatile camera that combines professional 3-axis stabilization with intelligent shooting features, making it easy to capture stunning content from any perspective. With 17.5 stops of dynamic range, VERSA delivers rich detail and vibrant image quality…

Site-Wide Savings on Tribit.com – Exclusive Gifts, and Daily Prize Giveaways TRIBIT, the global audio brand committed to making premium sound accessible to everyone, today announced the launch of its 9th Anniversary Celebration, running from August 17 to August 31. The two-week event brings together exclusive savings, limited-edition gifts, daily giveaways and a grand finale lucky draw as a way of thanking customers worldwide for nine years of support. Anniversary Sale: Spend More, Save More Throughout the two-week event, customers shopping on the official TRIBIT website can enjoy automatic savings based on order value: Free Limited-Edition TRIBIT Tote Bag As part…

AI Paper Trail analyzes exported ChatGPT and Claude conversation history to show users what personal information mainstream AI has learned about them. Proton today launched AI Paper Trail, a free tool from its privacy-first AI assistant Lumo that allows anyone to see what mainstream AI platforms already know about them. By analyzing exported conversation history from ChatGPT or Claude, AI Paper Trail generates a personalized report showing the kinds of personal information that can be inferred from months or years of AI interactions — from occupation and relationships to habits, priorities, and interests. As AI assistants become embedded in daily life,…

Google today unveiled its next generation of Pixel devices, introducing new smartphones, a foldable, smartwatch, finder tag and Pixel Buds updates designed to deliver more helpful AI-powered experiences, advanced health and fitness features, and improved connectivity. The new lineup includes the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5 and the all-new Pixel Tag. Google is also expanding software capabilities across its Pixel ecosystem, including new Gemini Intelligence features, updates to Pixel Buds and an enhanced Android Quick Share experience. Introducing the Pixel 11 Series The Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro and…

Mammotions’s limited-time anniversary offers deliver up to $560 off LUBA 3 AWD robotic mowers, plus a free Mower Wash Stand on select models Mammotion, a leader in intelligent robotic lawn care, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with its biggest savings since Prime Day. From August 12 through August 31, customers can take advantage of limited-time anniversary offers across Amazon and Mammotion’s official online store, with savings of up to $560 on select robotic mowers. Over the past decade, Mammotion has helped more than 750,000 homeowners worldwide automate their lawn care. The anniversary promotion gives customers an opportunity to experience Mammotion’s advanced robotic mowing technology at…

The Satechi ChargeView 240W packs six USB-C ports, 240W of total power, and a useful LCD display into a compact desktop charger designed for busy workspaces. I have a lot of devices that need to be charged throughout the day, and keeping all of them powered can quickly turn into a mess of charging bricks and cables. My desk has become the place where everything gets plugged in, so having a dedicated charger that can handle multiple devices at once is something I’ve come to appreciate. This is what led me to the Satechi ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger. About the…

Precision-machined aluminum case for the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL, in two refined finishes. Arc, the mobile accessory brand known for engineering the world’s most minimalist phone case, unveils the Arc Pulse for Google Pixel 11. Designed for the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL, the case is built for those who value considered design as much as the device itself, developed to feel like a natural extension of the phone rather than an addition to it. Machined from aerospace-grade aluminum, the Arc Pulse for Google Pixel 11 preserves the Pixel 11’s slim profile while…