Awesome Tech

To promote its high capacity batteries, Kreisel converted a Mercedes-Benz G 350 d into a fully electric vehicle. It has two motors that produce up to a total of 360kW and goes from 0 to 62mph in 5.6s. Its batteries last up to 186mi and can be quick-charged to 80% in just 25min.

This reel of vintage ads produced for ComputerLand’s Bay Area stores is a perfect time capsule of early desktop computing tech, from “economy-sized computers” with giant floppy drives, to daisy-wheel printers, to Apple and Atari systems that could even run Visicalc!

Podo’s tiny adapter not only adds Bluetooth compatibility to practically anything with an aux input, it can also pair with another Jack to stream audio to two devices at once. It has a built-in clip and lasts up to 12h per charge.

Marathon Watch Company’s bedside clock not only displays time, indoor temperature, and humidity, but you can choose from 256 different LED backlight colors to suit your mood or environment. It’s also got a pair of USB charging ports built in, increasing its usefulness.

The NES Classic Mini was one of the hottest holiday gifts. But if Santa didn’t bring you one, you can still score one without having to dig into your pocket. Drop by The Awesomer Shop to win your own, along with an 8Bitdo wireless controller and Retro Receiver. (Ends 2/8/17)

A crazy cool modular single-voice analog synthesizer that’ll have you cranking out fat beats, crunchy noises, and amazing electronic sounds for your musical creations. It works completely standalone, or can be controlled by studio apps, sequencers, or keyboards via MIDI.

Fret Zeppelin uses a row of removable and non-intrusive LEDs together with a mobile app to teach new and intermediate guitar players. It shows notes, chords, scales and styles. It can also use MIDI files to show the chords for songs and act as decorative lighting.

Fujifilm’s compact mirrorless shooter has a big 24.3MP APS-C sensor, and a fixed 23mm f/2 prime lens for incredible image quality. It’s got a slick hybrid optical/digital rangefinder, and a precise and whip-fast new autofocus system. Available in classic silver or black.

Take advantage of the battery on-board golf carts, lawnmowers, ATVs, tractors, and other vehicles without charging ports with this handy gadget, which clips to any 8-24VDC vehicle battery and gives you a pair of USB ports. Hyjax gets bonus points for the amusing commercial.

This clever bedside stand transforms your Apple Watch into a tiny old-school Macintosh computer while you charge it for the night. Made from soft silicone, so you need not worry about scratches. Available in classic beige or Macintosh TV black. (Thanks Johannes!)

Designed to celebrate the launch of the new Bentley Continental Supersports, this limited-edition digtal/analog timepiece features a titanium case, a carbon fiber dial, and a red-edged rubber strap, and connects with an app to log lap times and other racing data.

While there are lots of surround sound systems that claim to be “wireless,” all of the ones we’re aware of still require the speakers be plugged into power. ONEaudio’s system uses DECT tech and 2″ rechargeable soundpods to eliminate all wires. Available in 2.1, 5.0 and 5.1 configs.

A handy gadget that combines a writing instrument with an emergency gadget charger. It’s got a microUSB tip on one and (with an MFi-certified Lightning adapter), and a touchscreen stylus on the other. Available in black or silver finishes. Save 57% in The Awesomer Shop.

A truly unique USB condenser microphone for recording voiceovers, podcasts, or other vocals on your computer. Its bold black and yellow swivel boom arm design will look great on your desk even when you’re not using it. Includes a honeycomb filter for reducing “pop.”

It’s not as thin as LG’s wallpaper TV, but Sony’s upcoming A1E is a sight to behold as well. It’s also rocking an OLED display for excellent blacks and viewing angles. It has a kickstand that also houses its guts, keeping the display itself thin and nearly borderless.

Abhishek Singh found himself in need of a little distraction during the work day, so he spent way too much time building himself Peeqo, a personal assistant robot who answers questions and requests entirely using GIF images. Check out his build log here.

Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta V is a custom-made PC that houses high end components in a compact bamboo or walnut chassis. It has liquid cooling and magnetic dust filters to keep it cool, clean and quiet, and comes with a lifetime warranty.

Invented by Mike Neilson, the Switcheroo is an adapter that wirelessly reroutes switched outlets (outlets that are toggled by light switches). You can make Switcheroos pair one to one, or have one control many Switcheroos at once.

The ASUS PG27UQ is the world’s first 4K monitor that refreshes at 144Hz. The 27″ display also supports NVIDIA’s G-Sync technology for variable refresh rates when using NVIDIA GPUs, as well as HDR 10 technology. Now we just need a graphics card that can run it.

Want to shoot 360° videos right on your iPhone? This handy gadget adds a pair of 210°, high resolution fisheye cameras and an app which can stitch them into a surround image in real time for sharing and streaming. It also works as a standalone VR camera.

While Dell’s 27-inch stylus, puck, and touch surface for creative pros might be reminiscent of the Microsoft Surface Studio, the Canvas works as a second screen for your existing PC, taking up residence where your keyboard would normally go. Drops 3/2017 for “under $2000.”

Retro-bit’s new handheld gaming system lets you play Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and Game Boy color cartridges all on a shiny new backlit screen that’s bigger and brighter than Nintendo’s originals, and touts a rechargeable battery. Drops Q3 2017 for about $80.

The IdeaCentre AIO Y910 is a 27″ gaming PC with a considerate design. It’s an all-in-one, but you can upgrade its RAM, storage and desktop-class GPU. It also has an HDMI input so you can use it as a monitor, extending its life even when its CPU becomes obsolete.