Gadgets

The new ASUS Strix Scar II gaming laptop has a 15.6″ 1080p screen with thin bezels, a 144Hz refresh rate and an incredible 3ms response time. It maxes out with an NVIDIA GTX 1070 8GB GPU and an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H.

Sony’s pro-grade compact camera gets a huge bump in its lens system. The RX100 VI has an impressive 24–200 mm zoom range. It also sports improved optical image stabilization, improved auto focus, improved eye tracking and support for HDR video.

If you struggle with tangled earphones or cords, check out Zippear. It’s a pack of magnets that fit over most earphone cords, letting you neatly fold or adjust the length of your cables without getting them tangled. They come in white or black.

The ASUS ROG Phone has a 6″ AMOLED 1080 x 2160 screen with HDR, a 90Hz refresh rate, and 1ms response time. It comes with a cooling fan attachment, but you can also get other modules such as a second screen/battery, a gamepad and a desktop dock.

Belkin’s uniquely designed wireless charging stand has a cradle that lets you charge your Qi-compatible device in portrait or landscape mode so you can keep on using your phone. It delivers 10W of power for fast charging. It comes in black, white or pink.

Swiftpoint took the ergonomic pen grip design of their Swiftpoint GT mouse and added tons of features to make the ProPoint. The miniature Bluetooth ergonomic mouse also has tilt gestures and even works as a presentation device.

Guido Zimmermann’s Cuckoo Blocks are urban twists on the cuckoo clock. The buildings Guido uses for inspiration are those with mixed reputations, such as those that are considered eyesores and a low-cost housing that has been turned into a hip building.

The latest edition of Mondaine’s Helvetica 1 smartwatch has an incredible 2-year battery life. It has the functions you’d expect, such as activity tracking, mobile notifications, sleep tracking and automatic time updates. Works with both iOS and Android devices.

Wyze follows up its $20 entry level security camera with a more capable but still extremely affordable device. The Pan Cam takes 1080p video, has 2-way audio and can be panned, tilted and zoomed via its app. It can also pan and track objects automatically.

Like the Wooting One, the Wooting Two has analog keys, which means its output can vary depending on how deep you press its keys. But this time you get a numpad and four shortcut keys. There’s also a new feature that lets you bind commands to different actuation points.

Kobo’s new Clara HD eBook reader has a 6″ 300 PPI E-ink touchscreen for a print-like reading experience. The screen also has ComfortLight PRO, a backlight that automatically turns softer and warmer during nighttime to keep reading easy on your eyes.

DreamScreen offers LED backlighting systems for a wide range of TV and monitor sizes. They even have support for 4K TVs. The backlighting can augment not just video but also music playback. They can also serve as standalone ambient lighting.

The Atari VCS is a retro console inspired by the look of the Atari 2600. Aside from letting you play hundreds of classic Atari games, it will also be compatible with many modern games. It can also stream and play music and video and is compatible with external storage. Drops 2019.

QuietOn’s new Sleep earbuds are earplugs with active noise cancelling capabilities. They are designed to block low frequency noises such as snoring, traffic sounds and noise coming from walls. They last up to 20h per charge and come with a charging case.

If you’re looking for a rugged all-in-one charger for your new smartphone, check out CheeNYC’s Onyxx. It’s a power bank with a 5,000mAh battery that can charge your phone wirelessly, or via its USB-A and USB-C ports. It’s also splash- and dust-resistant.

SCUF’s Vantage is a customizable controller for the PS4. Available in wired and Bluetooth variants, the controller has side buttons and four detachable paddles that you can remap. It also has adjustable thumbsticks, removable vibration motors and two kinds of d-pads.

The X-T100 is a new entry-level mirrorless camera from Fujifilm. It weighs less than 1 lb and has a classic look. It has a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for sharing images to mobile devices, and a three-way tilting touchscreen.

Coleman’s new lantern is a great backyard accessory or camping centerpiece. Aside from providing 360º of dimmable light, the lantern also serves as a Bluetooth speaker. It lasts up to 20h while playing music, 40h while providing light, and up to 5h with both functions on.

ADV.SOUND is competing with the likes of HiFiMan and Fostex in providing affordable planar magnetic headphones. The Advanced GT-R has an open back over-ear design and a 65mm planar magnetic driver, designed for crisp audio and an expansive soundstage.

The HTC U12+ carries over the squeeze gestures from the U11 and adds a convenient double tap gesture that can also be remapped. The phone also has a 6″ 1440×2880 screen, IP68 water- and dust-resistance and a 12MP and a 16MP camera at the back.

Razer finally trimmed down the bezels in their previous Blade gaming laptop. The result is a 15.6″ display in the body of a 14″ laptop. The first model available has a 144Hz 1080p display and a GTX 1070 GPU; lower and higher end variants will be available starting 6/2018.

Symbol Audio’s slick turntable has a built-in amplifier and speakers, which you can also use with wired and wireless sources. It also has an audio out and a concealed compartment for wireless adapters such as Sonos Connect. The optional base makes it an elegant centerpiece.

Laptop stands are great for improving ergonomics and cooling, but most of them aren’t as portable as laptops themselves. This aluminum stand folds down small enough to toss in a backpack, while still offering stability. Works with laptops and tablets from 8″ to 15″.

MSI’s new GS65 Stealth Thin is a laptop that’s equally suited for gaming and productivity on the go. It has a NVIDIA GTX1070 GPU, 8th Gen Intel Core-i7 CPU, a 15.6″ 1080p 144Hz display and a battery that lasts for up to 8h, all in a package that weighs only 4.1lb.

Incase is back with another power bank-equipped carry-on. The ProConnected 4 has an easily removable battery with 20,100mAh capacity. It has a USB-C port and two USB-A ports. It also has removable wheels and a wide trunk-style opening.