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Apple is reportedly working on a low-cost laptop powered by an iPhone chip. This could be a small deal, a decision made by supply chain economics and the fact that the M1 MacBook Air continues to sell well at Walmart. Or it could be huge, a return to form for a company that once seemed to have a clear purpose for each of its devices but whose lineup feels more confused than ever.We’re hoping Apple picks the latter approach, and we have an idea for what it might look like: the iBook, a laptop line once so innovative that Phil…
Since the launch of its Polestar 2 sedan in 2021, Swedish EV company Polestar has launched two additional models: the spacious 3 compact crossover SUV, and now the 4, a sporty, even more compact crossover SUV. The 4 slotting in between the 2 and 3 in size may confound some consumers, but one of its features — or lack thereof — may confound them even more. It has no rear windshield.Starting at $57,800, the 2026 Polestar 4 may have some mildly brain-twisting attributes, but I found it to be one of the most compelling and fun-to-drive EVs this year. It…
Universal Genève has made the sort of comeback teaser that’ll have collectors salivating… and fuming in equal measure. The Swiss brand, set for a full relaunch in 2026, has unveiled an ultra-limited tribute to the legendary “Nina” Compax chronograph, the watch made famous by model Nina Rindt, who turned a racing instrument into a style icon during the 1960s. Why is this frustrating? Well, only two complete sets exist, each containing three watches in 18k white or red gold. The story of Nina’s Compax is pure horological folklore. Her black-and-white chronograph, once just a timing tool on the Formula One…
However, that’s just a taste of what’s to come in November. As the month goes on, we’re expecting to see even more deals — including sizable drops on robovacs, TVs, and headphones. In fact, retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, and Target have already shared when we can expect their latest sales. We’ll be updating this guide over the next several weeks, too, so be sure to check back as we approach the main event. Read the full article here
Introduction Logitech wasn’t exactly quick to jump on the analogue keyboard bandwagon, but is making up for that here. The G515 Rapid TKL is one of the first boards to give magnetic switches the low-profile treatment, while avoiding the bloated feature list that’d usually send prices skyward. It’s based heavily on the relatively inexpensive G515 Lightspeed TKL, but swaps mechanical switches for Hall Effect ones, and trades wireless connectivity for a USB cable. Prices for the two are identical in the UK, but US gamers have to pay a small premium to go analogue. However, when a big part of…
Last August, Kuxiu debuted a MagSafe battery that can do more than just wirelessly charge your phone. The company’s K1 wireless power bank featured a unique design that split and swiveled 90-degrees to reveal a second wireless charger for the Apple Watch or AirPods. Kuxiu’s new K1 Ultra does the exact same thing, but now supports the Qi2.2 standard so compatible smartphones like the Pixel 10 Pro XL and iPhone 16 and 17 series will charge at faster 25W rates.The Kuxiu K1 Ultra is only available in a 10,000mAh version (the original K1 also had a 5,000mAh option) discounted from…
Toward the end of the first episode of Pluribus, Carol (Rhea Seehorn), a woman put in a bizarre and impossible scenario, asks a very straightforward question: “What the fuck is happening?” It’s something you’ll likely be asking yourself a lot while watching. I certainly did. But that ongoing sense of mystery, and the measured pace with which Pluribus reveals itself, is one of the best parts of the new series from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan. I can’t tell you a lot about Pluribus just yet — but I can tell you that being bewildered is part of the appeal.Okay,…
Robot vacuums that can both mop and sweep your floors have improved significantly in recent years. While they are still not as effective as good ol’ manual labor, if you run them regularly, they will help keep your floors cleaner with much less effort on your part.The difference is that newer “combo” robot vacuum and mop models are designed to actually scrub your floors. The first robot vacuums that could also “mop” simply slapped a thin, flat microfiber pad on the bot that kind of Swiffer-ed your floor. Basically, all this was good for was getting up fine dirt that…
Tesla shareholders voted Thursday to approve Elon Musk’s staggering new pay package, in a move aimed at retaining the controversial CEO’s leadership during a time of great upheaval for the automaker. Over 75 percent of shares voted in favor of the proposal.The vote gives Musk enormous sway over his electric vehicle company, as well as awards him with the largest corporate payout in history. The final tally is expected to be disclosed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing in a few days.Musk took the stage at the shareholder meeting in Austin to chants of “Elon! Elon!” and flanked by…
Two years after launching Sky Glass, the TV giant launched the camera it promised, dubbed Sky Live. The add-on device offers video calling, movement-orientated games like Fruit Ninja (think Xbox Kinect), a fitness app, and the ability to watch shows alongside your friends and family. Or at least, that’s what it could do. Sky decided to axe the Glass device just two years after launching it. While a fun idea, the £290 or £6 per month Sky Live camera never seemed particularly popular. I can’t imagine too many people mourning its demise. Now, to be fair, Sky had the right…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible with most original Switch games, which is a great feature to tide early adopters (like me!) over until more Switch 2 exclusives launch. The console comes with 256GB of internal storage, but that probably won’t be enough room for your entire digital game library. Thankfully, however, Samsung’s 512GB P9 microSD Express card is already on sale for $94.99 ($5 off) at Amazon you clip the on-page coupon. The 256GB model is also available on Amazon, though only for its MSRP of $54.99.The current discount may seem small, but the P9 is already around…
For a few years now, everyone’s favourite Swedish flat-pack furniture maker has been dabbling in smart home tech. And soon, I’ll actually be able to use one of Ikea’s smart home gadgets. That’s because after years of affordable yet frustratingly limited range of devices, Ikea is finally doubling down on next-gen smart home tech with Matter support. You’ll be able to pick from more than 20 new smart home devices. To recap, Matter is a recent universal standard that brings all your smart gadgets together under one interface, letting them talk to each other without the usual bickering between ecosystems. Supported…