The Eluktronics RP-15 G2 gaming laptop packs more than enough power for daily use, and you can get one for $999 shipped, originally $1,699.99. What will stand out immediately is its 15.6″ QHD IPS-Type 350-Nit anti-glare display (2560 x 1440) with a 165Hz refresh rate. Product page.
Bloomberg technology journalist Mark Gurman reports that Apple is reportedly working on a smart doorbell with integrated Face ID that could be released as soon as late 2025. If an authorized user approaches the door and passes the Face ID scan, it is automatically unlocked.
Starship, a native PC port of Star Fox 64 by HarbourMasters, has been released, and it looks amazing for a game that was released more than 27-years-ago. This version of the game does not include any graphical assets, which means you’ll need the USA 1.1 Rev A version ROM to actually play it.
The Segway Ninebot S2 self-balancing scooter may not be as widely known as hoverboards, but it’s still one of the coolest ways to get around in the upcoming year. A Smart Battery Management System (BMS) ensures that its high-capacity 335 Wh battery is always being used efficiently, and it can be fully charged in just 4.5 hours to boot.
NASA / ESA’s Hubble Space Telescope observes a brilliant supernova in spiral galaxy NGC 337 located 60 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Cetus. The supernova, named SN 2014cx, is a Type IIP supernova, meaning that the exploding star was a supergiant at least eight times as massive as the Sun.
The crew over at Shank Mods attempts to fix a 43-inch Sony PVM-4300, and it was a monumental task, literally. Weighing in at a hefty 440-pounds and standing 27-inches tall, it remains the world’s largest CRT TV.
The 12,000mAh Baseus Blade 2 Ultra Slim 65W Laptop Power Bank gets the job done when an outlet isn’t available, and you can get one for $32.49 after clipping the on-page 35% off coupon, originally $49.99. In addition to the built-in LED display, users can download the free Baseus app to activate low power mode, set timer activation, countdown shutdown, and more. Product page.
There’s the Deadpool cheeky controller, and then the 8BitDo Ultimate Mini Wired Controller for Xbox. Featuring a compact, lightweight design, an RGB fire ring, and compatibility with Xbox Series S | X, Xbox One, as well as Windows PC platforms.
