Consider your storage needs handled with the TurboHub. Pocketable, lightweight & designed to dock seamlessly with your Mac, it offers up to 4TB of compact external SSD storage & 6-in-1 port expandability. Transfer speeds are lightning fast: it will upload 40GB of 4K video in under a minute. A funded Kickstarter.
Clip it on and charge it up. Mophie’s new wireless-charging Juice Pack Connect clips directly to the back of your phone, providing 500mAh of backup battery you can take with you everywhere. Charges both your phone & the JuicePack via the users choice of USB-C or Qi.
Analogue has built its reputation on reviving outdated Nintendo formats, repackaging them & hyping up hardcore gamers in the process. Their latest creation, the Duo, will run a pretty impressive range of old/obsolete technologies: TurboGrafx-16, PC Engine, SuperGrafx, TurboGrafx CD, PC Engine CD-ROM, and Super Arcade CD-ROM—even HuCards aka Turbo Chips. It features a classic cartridge slot, controller ports, and a CD drive, giving today’s gamers access to a treasure trove of past titles.
With a Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug, you can turn outdoor stuff like holiday decorations or patio lighting—into smart devices you control from your phone. Connected to your wi-fi, it networks with other smart home devices and also offers voice support for Alexa & Google. The plug enables two devices simultaneously & is fully programmable through the Kasa app.
Corsair makes sweet gear for the gamers; their new TBT100 is a Thunderbolt 3 docking station with all the ports you need for a custom expandable system. Its sleek, low profile form factor keeps your desktop tidy while offering two HDMI 2.0 ports, two USB 3.2 Type-C ports, two USB 3.1 Type-A, A Gigabit Ethernet port & a 3.5mm jack for headphone out and microphone in. There’s also an SDXC card reader.
Simple, streamlined function is so satisfying. Which is why the Stackable GaN Charger from HYPER rules. These tiny yet powerful 65W & 100W Gallium Nitride fast-chargers feature a pass thru design to the AC outlet so you can stack them up to become a 1600W charger, all from a single wall outlet. The 65W model features 3 charging ports: 2 x USB-C and 1 x USB-A. The 100W model offers 4 ports: 3 x USB-C and 1 x USB-A. Foldable pins keep it close to the wall. A funded Kickstarter.
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Designed for seamless Zoom control, Logitech’s portable MX Anywhere 3 mouse is optimized for video conferencing, with integrated side-buttons that allow users to toggle both microphone & video camera with 1 convenient click. Its software also allows you to program the buttons for app-specific control using apps like Google Chrome, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Final Cut Pro.
The Oculus Quest VR headset just got even better. The all-new Quest 2 is a serious upgrade from the original & that’s impressive. First, the 2 boasts twice the resolution of its predecessor, now with 2K per eye for life-like visuals. There’s a new faster processor that’s also 10% lighter, and this model is considerably less expensive. Choose from a 64GB or 256GB model. Drops Oct. 13.
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Designed for Nintendo Switch and PC gaming, 8BitDo’s wireless Arcade Stick offers classic analog feel with modern function. Boasting 40-hour battery life, you can swap between platforms with the flip of a switch, program profiles for games, and map button controls. It also features an XInput for compatibility with XBox games. Pre-order now.
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Twice as fast, twice as powerful. That’s legit. The HyperDrive GEN2 6-in-1 USB-C Hub delivers 2X the speed and power of the brand’s 1st generation hub. In a compact, streamlined form factor, it boasts 2X video refresh rate, 2X USB speed, memory card transfer speeds of 300MB/s & 100W power delivery. There’s even a 3.5mm audio jack for your headphones.
Designed to make your viewing experience more dramatic & cinematic, the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box creates colorful synchronized light-shows that make your viewing experience more vivid. The compact device, links via HDMI with your TV, Apple TV, or game console & it matches up with other Philips Hue products to bring the full range of effects beyond your viewing screen.
Smart car electronics brand 70Mai packed a ton of tech into their A800 Dual Vision 4K Dash Cam. It offers both front and rear-facing 4K cameras with dual recording capability. Wide-angle 140º field-of-view, night vision, built-in GPS, plus lane change warning and collision detection technologies. A Guard Mode continues recording to keep the vehicle secure while parked. In-App playback & share make it seamless. A funded Indiegogo.
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The compact Bivy Stick Blue satellite communicator is the brand’s smallest and lightest device yet. Linked with your phone, it enables satellite-based communication for your off-grid adventures. Send messages, SOS & Emergency alerts, access a database of routes, interactive trail maps and GPS-powered wayfinding tools. No activation or contract fees apply.
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When you need a USB-C dock that will truly do it all, Anker’s PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock is probably the one. Designed for dual display functionality it features both HDMI & Thunderbolt ports. But the list doesn’t end there, there’s also 2 USB-C ports, 4 USB-A ports, & 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports, plus that 4K HDMI Port, a Gigabit Ethernet Port & an SD Card Slot, microSD Card Slot, and Audio In & Out. What more could you possibly need?
Long the star of viral clips shared on social media, the eerily lifelike Spot robot from Boston Dynamics is now available to the public. As the most advanced mobile robot in the world, the new Spot Explorer 2.0 is actually designed to do work—like remote sensing & data collection & the ’bot is built for that—made to be easily customized to a given task, featuring the latest in MIT-developed autonomous abilities. With input & insight from owners & users, the Spot 2.0 is also designed for continuous upgrades & improvement. When considering the price tag, remember there will be no vet bills.
Aukey’s Omnia is a smart little 100W PD charger designed for full-speed charging of all the latest USB-C devices including the MacBook Pro 16”. Its compact form factor with foldable plugs is about 50% smaller and lighter than Apple’s stock 96W MacBook charger. Compatible with Apple, Android, and a whole range of devices, it is a powerful companion in a compact package.
Designed to work easily with Android and iOS phones & tablets, the Depstech wireless endoscope is a HD Snake Camera for inspecting hard to reach places in your home—like down the drain and into the walls, to help you troubleshoot leaks, clogs & other unseen mysteries. The camera connects using wi-fi, is IP67 Waterproof and the 2.0 megapixel HD camera features adjustable LED lights & 11.5’ of cable.
Fresh in the lineup of Logitech’s growing range of Circle security cameras is the Circle View, versatile indoor/outdoor cam designed to work specifically with Apple’s HomeKit smart home system. It records 1080P video with a 180º field-of-view camera as well as infrared footage up to 15-feet away, at night. It streams video and audio as well as offering the convenience of iCloud storage plus alerts about pets, people, visitors and vehicles within range.
Combining an air monitor and a smart plug, Awair’s Glow C device enables you to track overall air quality: temperature, humidity and the levels of allergens and airborne toxic chemicals (VOCs) plus, with the built-in smart plug, you can easily set up automations for fan, heater, humidifier/dehumidifier, and other appliances to keep everything smooth and safe.
Designed specifically for your iOS device, the Nimbus+ mobile gaming controller from SteelSeries can be paired with your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Mac, and Apple TV, giving you complete freedom to connect wirelessly & play anywhere. It features an ergonomic design and boasts 50-hours of battery-life for all the fun stuff you can play from Apple Arcade.
