With the Pixel Buds 2a, a device designed specifically for those on a budget but yet seeking some serious performance, Google continues to improve its range of wireless earbuds. These earbuds, which cost roughly $129, are the first in Google’s budget range to offer active noise cancellation, which is more than many less expensive choices can claim. While many low-cost earbuds either don’t have this feature or don’t perform it well enough for everyday use, the Pixel Buds 2a do a decent job.
Some of the largest structures in the universe are galaxy clusters, which are enormous groups of galaxies bound together by gravity and floating in a sea of superheated plasma that extends for light-years. Galaxy NGC 1550, better known as the Champagne Cluster, is a classic example of this.
TCL unveils the Note A1 NXTPAPER, a specialized digital notepad designed to address the growing number of users who are fed up with too glossy screens and E-ink refresh rates that are far too slow. Its screen measures 11.5 inches, takes up the entire thin aluminum body, while weighing only 500 grams. You should be able to hold it with one hand for hours without straining your hand, thanks to a thicker bezel on one side that provides a good solid grip.
Julius Makes, a YouTube creator of some fairly weird electronics projects, recently attempted to build something that combines old-school cassette playback with ultra-modern streaming technology. He calls it the Cassette Streamer, and it has all the hallmarks of a vintage portable cassette player, including knobs, buttons, and a large clear front panel that allows you to view the tape as it moves by.
Samsung is usually tight-lipped about what we can anticipate from their future flagship phones, but new leaks give us with a preview of what to expect. Tipster OnLeaks has just released a short video and side-by-side comparison images of the purported Galaxy S26 Ultra that is as close to a production model as we’ve seen thus far.
Sony launched the PlayStation 2 in 2000, and it immediately became the world’s best-selling console. In 2002, the company decided to release an official Linux kit in specified locations. This small package allowed owners to convert their game console into a rudimentary computer capable of running the full Linux operating system.
One-Netbook, the company behind the OneXPlayer range of gaming devices, has released a new model under the OneXSugar name. This time, the handheld is called the OneXSugar Wallet. Instead of just another large display, they’ve chosen a clever folding OLED panel that folds in half, transforming a full-size monitor into something small enough to fit in a pocket or wallet.
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Apple has been using elegant metal finishes on its watches for years, but one designer has gone back in time and is pulling inspiration from the iMac G3 from 1998. Yes, you guessed it: Saffy Creatives, the same outfit that created this unofficial design as a complete re-make of the Apple Watch, has taken that famous vibrant vibe and incorporated it into a wearable that evokes memories.
Gadget Industry, a DIY enthusiast, wanted to explore the possibilities of miniature tools. So, they created a custom rechargeable flashlight that sits comfortably on the tip of your finger, and it just might be the world’s smallest.
Compact cameras with built-in gimbals have completely changed the way we capture everyday moments and experiences. There aren’t many solutions that can equal the quality of top-of-the-line models while remaining affordable. The Xtra Muse is a handheld device (essentially a rebodied DJI Osmo Pocket 3), priced at $419 (was $699), that combines a lot of functionality into a small package and costs hundreds less than the top models.