Gadgets

Canon’s new Speedlite 470EX-AI camera flash has a fully automatic bounce function. Point it at your subject and its mechanism will automatically position and maintain the optimal angle for flash bounce. It also has a semi-automatic mode.

Huawei’s MateBook X Pro has a nearly bezel-less 3000×2000 13.9″ touchscreen, made possible thanks to its webcam’s placement. The camera is hidden in a false button in the middle of the row of function keys. It can also be configured with the NVIDIA MX150 GPU.

The S9 and S9+ have a camera that can switch between f/1.5 for low light or f/2.4 for daylight, and can capture 960fps slow-mo video. The S9+ also gets the Note 8’s second wide angle camera. They still have the borderless display, headphone jack and microSD slot.

The ZenBook 13 UX331UN is the thinnest and lightest laptop to have a discrete GPU for gaming, the NVIDIA MX150. It also has Intel’s 8th gen Core i5 1.6GHz CPU, 8GB RAM, replaceable 256GB SSD, two USB 3.1 ports, a USB-C port, a microSD slot and an HDMI port.

The Keyprop is the smallest and simplest phone stand we’ve ever seen. It hangs out right along with the other keys on your keychain, and plugs into your phone’s headphone jack or lightning port to prop it up with ease.

The latest version of DJI’s smartphone gimbal is a steal at just $129. Not only is it way cheaper than the original Osmo Mobile, it’s also lighter and can hold phones in portrait mode. It also has a new zoom slider and an automatic panorama mode.

Wyze Labs changed the security camera landscape with its dirt cheap Wi-Fi security camera, and they’re keeping price bar low with the WyzeCam v2. This version adds motion tagging and improved image sensor and audio amplifier.

The Nextorch UL360 weighs just 4oz and is only 3.1″ long. It has a magnetic base, an elastic strap and S-biner. Combine those with its 360º rotation and you have a lamp that can be positioned practically anywhere and at any angle. It’s on Massdrop until 2/24 for just $18.

The guys over at iFixit are the leading experts on tearing down new gadgets, splaying their guts open for all to see. They pay their bills by providing tools and docs for those who want to repair their own gear. Motherboard went behind the scenes to learn about their business.

Unlike other arcade controllers, the Mixbox has mechanical keyboard directional keys instead of an analog joystick (or buttons). It uses Cherry MX key switches and Sanwa Denshi buttons. It works with the PS3, PS4 and PC.

Massdrop and audio specialist NuForce collaborated on a pair of in-ear monitors that focus on affordability and comfort. The EDC3 has three balanced armatures per ear with a slight focus on the mids. It comes with two cables and five sets of ear tips.

Portable espresso machines often use pumps or screws to push water through ground coffee. The upcoming Leverpresso uses a simpler lever mechanism that still lets you control your coffee’s taste. It also lets you make up to two shots of espresso in one go.

Suvie is a robotic refrigerator and cooker. It keeps ingredients chilled until you tell it to start cooking. It has compartments for veggies, sauces, protein-rich food and starch-based food. There’s also an optional meal subscription with pre-packed ingredients.

The Mycroft Mark II is a voice-operated A.I. assistant. Unlike Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri, it’s open source, which means any programmer can inspect and improve its software. It also won’t sell your data to advertisers, and by default it does not store your voice prompts.

The newest version of Leatherman’s wearable multitool. The Tread Tempo has a water-, scratch- and corrosion-resistant stainless steel watch. Like the original Tread, you can adjust its fit and add or swap tools. It also has Pozidriv and Torx drivers.

Most gaming mice are packed with buttons and scroll wheels. But the Lexip takes a different approach. It has two joysticks – one inside that you control by tilting the mouse itself, and one outside to be used with your thumb. A left-handed version is also available.

Smaller than a stick of gum and weighing less than 0.4oz, Zorloo’s ZuperDAC-S might be the most portable digital-to-analog converter (DAC) ever made. It’s based on the ESS Sabre 9018 and comes with three cables for all sorts of mobile devices and computers.

The sixth generation of Lenovo’s thin and light 14″ laptop now comes with Intel’s 8th gen CPUs, up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB SSD and optional SIM card slot for LTE connectivity. It has USB-C, Thunderbolt 3, USB 3, HDMI ports, and an SD card slot.

The latest version of GPD’s gaming-focused Windows handheld. The GPD Win 2 has a 6″ 720p screen, a 1.00 GHz Intel Core m3-7Y30 CPU, Intel HD 615 graphics, 8GB RAM, 128GB replaceable M.2 SSD and a 6-hour battery. It also has built-in gamepad buttons.

SanDisk’s Extreme Portable SSD is an external USB-C solid state drive for outdoor photographers and anyone who needs a durable high speed drive. It’s IP55 water- and dust-resistant and can easily be hooked or tied. Available in 250GB, 500GB or 1TB.

Hori already has a PS4 controller that mimics the Xbox’s offset analog stick layout with the d-pad in the middle, but that one is wired. Initially available in the UK, the Onyx ditches the wire for Bluetooth connectivity and adds a grippy matte finish.

DJI’s innovative Ronin-S is a three-axis gimbal for DSLR and mirrorless cameras in a compact and one-handed form. It won’t obstruct your camera’s display, has customizable tracking settings, can be detached from its handle and mounted on a jib and more.

The Vestaboard is a smaller version of the split-flap displays often used in airports and other transport terminals. It measures 37″x 21″ and displays up to 161 characters at once. Use its app to push messages, quotes, tweets, Google calendar entries and more.

Keyboard specialist Matias makes wireless aluminum keyboards in Apple colors: silver, gray, gold and rose gold. The Bluetooth keyboard can connect to up to four devices at once, including mobile devices. Its rechargeable battery lasts up to a year per charge.

Arvind Sanjeev’s Lumen is a portable augmented reality system in the form of a flashlight. The idea is for it to automatically recognize objects and enhance their function, provide information, display video or animation and more.