Gadget News
Razer BASILISK mouse just popped a clutch
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 19:00
The Razer Basilisk was just announced by Razer at PAX, bringing a new sort of device to the mix with hardware customizability. This device was made specifically for first person shooter games and has an “industry-best�...
This Is the R2-D2 Robot Toy I've Dreamed About Since I Was a Kid
Gizmodo - 31 Aug 2017 19:01
Like millions of other kids around the world, after seeing the original trilogy, R2-D2 instantly became my favorite Star Wars character. He seemed like the perfect sidekick, but the real Artoo was from a galaxy far, far ...
Segway miniPLUS and miniLITE continue the comeback at IFA 2017
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 18:10
Though it may seem like it’s been quite some time since we heard from Segway, the company has actually been trying to make a comeback lately. After a series of acquisitions that saw Segway changing hands frequently, th...
Nest Thermostat E is company's first under Alphabet
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 09:02
Yes, that sounds strange ain't it? But consider that the first and last thermostat to come from what was known back then as Nest Labs was the original Nest Learning Thermostat in 2011. Since then, the company has come a ...
No, the FCC Did Not Post a Statement Trashing Ajit Pai
Gizmodo - 31 Aug 2017 08:26
Parts of Twitter lit up on Wednesday evening with the news the Federal Communications Commission, which is now headed by Donald Trump appointee and unflinching net neutrality opponent Ajit Pai, had posted a statement ins...
ZeTime smartwatch's odd mix of mechanical and digital launching soon
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 06:22
It seems that there is suddenly a renewed effort to push smartwatches, or trackers that look like smartwatches, again to the forefront this week. From Fitbit's Ionic to Samsung's Gear Sport and Gear Fit2 Pro, companies a...
Andy Rubin apologizes for Essential's massive privacy mistake
Engadget - 31 Aug 2017 05:03
The suspicious email some people who pre-ordered the Essential phone received wasn't a scam or a phishing attempt at all. Andy Rubin, the company's founder, has apologized and revealed that it was a legit email from an a...
PlayStation Plus September 2017 free games list: inFamous Second Son and more
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 03:00
September is almost here and Sony has finally announced which free games it will bring for PlayStation Plus subscribers. As in the past, you’ll need an active PlayStation Plus subscription to access these games; if you...
Parallels makes Windows apps work with your MacBook's TouchBar
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 01:59
If you're one of those Apple users who likes (or needs) to run Mac OS and Windows side by side, you'll probably be into Parallels Desktop 13. Especially if you have one of those MacBook Pros with a TouchBar. The latest v...
Windows 10 Fall Creators Update may arrive on October 17th
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 01:21
We've known that Microsoft planned to release a large Windows 10 update this fall, but the company has been mum on the exact date. The Fall Creators Update is slated to feature some big changes, too, including built-in A...
Marshall Acton, Woburn and Stanmore wireless speakers get multi-room upgrade
Slash Gear - 1 Sep 2017 01:20
Audio company Marshall has announced its first-ever multi-room wireless speaker products, ushering in a new category for the company. Marshall has reworked its Acton, Woburn and Stanmore speaker models, adding multi-room...
We wish 'Destiny 2' looked as good as this live action trailer
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 01:06
Are you getting excited about the upcoming launch of space-shooter Destiny 2? If the impactful shared-world experience doesn't grab you and the themed PS4 Pro bundle is out of your reach, this new trailer might help ratc...
The Wirecutter's best deals: Save $30 on a Ring Video Doorbell
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 01:01
This post was done in partnership with The Wirecutter, a buyer's guide to the best technology. When readers choose to buy The Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, they may earn affiliate commissions that su...
Instagram Stories arrive on desktop, mobile web uploading inbound
Slash Gear - 1 Sep 2017 00:38
Following news that Facebook is testing Stories on its desktop product, Instagram has taken the plunge and launched its own Stories feature for desktop users, removing its mobile limitation. In addition, Instagram will s...
SanDisk's iXpand Base charges your iPhone as it backs up your photos
Slash Gear - 1 Sep 2017 00:33
Today’s a pretty big day for SanDisk that started with the reveal of its impressive 400GB microSD card. The interesting reveals keep on coming with the announcement of the new iXpand Base. This tool wants to make it ea...
Propel's Star Wars drones put a laser battle in your living room
Slash Gear - 1 Sep 2017 00:33
Propel, largely known for its lightweight remote-controlled drones and helicopters, has officially announced the US release of its line of Star Wars battle drones. Already available to order, at launch, pilots can try to...
Hubble Observations Suggest Water May Be Abundant on Outer TRAPPIST-1 Planets
Gizmodo - 1 Sep 2017 00:25
From the moment that seven Earth-sized planets were discovered in orbit around TRAPPIST-1--an ultracool dwarf star located 39 light years away--astronomers have been busy trying to learn everything they can about this in...
littleBits' Droid Inventor Kit teaches kids tech with 'Star Wars'
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 00:19
The latest addition to the littleBits line of products is a Droid Inventor Kit -- part of the Force Friday II toy launch ahead of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. "We've created a gender-inclusive product that celebrates kids' ...
The smartwatch market is actually performing pretty well
Engadget - 1 Sep 2017 00:02
While the wearables field is proving a tough space for many companies, smartwatches are apparently doing quite well. In a report from International Data Corporation on this year's second quarter earnings, sales numbers s...
Essential's Andy Rubin just rectified a huge mistake - good on him
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 23:53
This morning Andy Rubin wrote a note to the public regarding the company’s recent mishap with emails and private customer info. That sizable mistake grabbed the attention of the entire Android-loving internets this wee...
Lyft's latest expansion makes it available across 94% of the US
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2017 23:48
Lyft may not be as big as competitor Uber, but it is continuing to grow and thanks to its latest expansion, it is now available in a total of 40 U.S. states. According to the company, its ridesharing service now covers 9...
House cancels net neutrality hearing after companies don't commit
Engadget - 31 Aug 2017 23:44
The September 7th meeting to discuss the future of net neutrality in Washington, D.C. has been cancelled. Why? Alphabet, AT&T, Charter Communications, Comcast, Facebook, Netflix and Verizon executives wouldn't commit to ...