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Introduction The NTH-50 are only Rode’s second-ever pair of wired headphones – or headphones of any kind, for that matter. But seeing how the Aussie microphone specialist’s debut effort went down an absolute storm with podcasters, my hopes were high it could deliver twice on the bounce. These on-ear cans aren’t designed to live in the studio like the Rode NTH-100; aimed at DJs and music producers as well as content creators, they’re built to be taken out and toured. A lightweight construction, strong passive noise isolation and an accurate sound signature should mean they’re equally at home on stage…

Microsoft is unveiling its own command line text editor on Windows today. Edit on Windows will be accessible by using “edit” in a command prompt, allowing developers to edit files within the command line. It’s part of a number of improvements to Windows developer tools at Microsoft’s Build conference today to improve the Windows experience for developers.Edit on Windows is an open-source project by Microsoft, and it enables developers to edit files directly in the command line, just like vim, without having to switch to another app or window. Edit is small and lightweight, at less than 250KB in size.…

Asus is updating three of its gaming laptop lines with configurations featuring the new GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, offering features like Multi Frame Generation for higher framerates at slightly lower prices. Nvidia’s mid-range graphics are coming to the beefy ROG Strix G16 and G18, ROG Zephyrus G14 hybrid gaming / creativity laptop, and the entry-level TUF Gaming A14, A16, A18, and F16. That’s seven new laptops from Asus. And with the 5060 becoming the new entry-level card for each line, the new configs can be around $300 to $400 cheaper than their 5070 versions. Prices on the new 5060 models…

The portable and capable Sonos Move 2 wireless speaker just hit its lowest price yet at Amazon and Best Buy, costing $336 (was $449) for each of its three available colors. It’s still pricey, but now it’s a better deal. Its built-in battery can last up to 24 hours of continuous playback, and, like the Era speaker lineup, the Move 2 boasts line-in support (but only after you buy the required $19 USB-C adapter) to let you plug in any 3.5mm audio source. Additionally, any audio you stream via Bluetooth to the Move 2 can be synched across any other…

If you’re on the look-out for a new top running watch, you’re probably considering a Garmin. Or at least you have at some point, thanks to the brand’s stellar reputation. And the newest Forerunner watches are no exception. The new Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 are unapologetically aimed at those of us who treat our training metrics with more reverence than our bank balances. With some tasty upgrades and all the tracking features you know and love, they’re still a great option to slap on your wrist. But I’m a little miffed to see a price increase this time around. Both…

Computex is one of the world’s largest tech trade shows, held annually in late May or early June in Taipei, Taiwan. As its name suggests, the show is centered around new computing and laptop tech. Despite being over a week away from the show, we’re already getting products launching in advance and we’ll bring you all the latest here. For our purposes – which we’re betting are much the same as your purposes – we’re talking about stacks of new PC laptops as well as announcements of updates in terms of laptop hardware, particularly in terms of processors. Major companies…

Samsung has long been top dog when it comes to the best tablets not to wear an Apple logo. But, the firm’s flagship slates all come with equally flagship prices. For a lot of shoppers, the relatively recent FE series has become the new sweet spot. Similar screen sizes; similar specs; similar software; only with a much lower cost of entry. The new Galaxy Tab S10 FE continues that trend – but also shake things up in a few ways. That makes it a very compelling pick for an affordable tablet. The Plus version scored four stars out of five…

Google’s annual I/O developer conference is almost here, and all eyes will be on the company’s opening keynote. But for the first time in years, we know there’s little reason to hope for major Android OS announcements, since Google already did that last week.Instead, we’re expecting I/O’s keynote to be (almost) all about AI, though we do know there’ll be at least a little time devoted to XR.When Google I/O will happen and where you can watchIf you’re planning to watch, be sure to set aside ample time. I/O keynotes usually run for a couple hours, and even with no…

As much as I love electric cars, Tesla’s vehicles hold a special place in my heart for all the tech they manage to cram in. But this new EV from Genesis might be one of the most futuristic cars I’ve seen outside of China. The 2025 Electrified G80 is the brand’s new flagship all-electric saloon with a stretched wheelbase, 94.5 kWh battery, and a 323-mile range. And futuristic features like biometric locks and electric closing doors make this car look like one from a sci-fi flick. Genesis has given the G80’s design a proper polish. The front bumper’s had some…

After ten series and several spin-offs, the Apple Watch is now the smartwatch equivalent of a TV box set. But when it comes to choosing the best Apple Watch for you, it’s not as simple as starting with the latest episode. From connected apps to fitness tracking to contactless payments, every recent Apple Watch has the smarts to embarrass traditional timepieces. But there are also important differences between each edition. They don’t all share the same screen size, dimensions or sensor setup, for starters. There are GPS sports watch-type features, too. And the price varies considerably depending on which ticker…

Snapping up one of the best phones for photography is something more of us are doing, now that cameras have become the biggest differentiators between handsets. New hardware and software improvements are also coming thick and fast with each new launch. But which is the best? The reality, of course, is that not all smartphones are made equal, especially when it comes to camera performance. We’ve rounded up some of the best top-tier smartphone cameras for photography currently available, based on years of expertise. If you’re after the best cameraphone, look no further than this lot: Why you can trust…

Microsoft’s annual developer conference kicks off today in Seattle, Washington, during the same week Google hosts its own I/O developer event in Mountain View, California. Build will be focused on Microsoft’s latest platform changes for developers, including new AI announcements that are bound to go head-to-head with Google’s own news.Microsoft is streaming Build online free of charge and developers, students, and engineers will also be able to attend the in-person event at Seattle’s conference center. I’m expecting Microsoft to focus largely on AI this year, with emphasis on its push for AI agents that Microsoft envisions working alongside humans as…