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Shoot Steady with DJI’s OM 4 Smartphone Stabilizer

Drone-maker DJI dropped a couple letters from its OSMO line of gimbals rebranding it as OM. The OM 4 Smartphone Stabilizer is the latest & greatest. The foldable design features a simple & secure magnetic attachment for your phone and offers 3-axis stabilization with pro features like Gesture Control & ActiveTrack 3.0 as well as a range of preset shooting modes for time & motions lapse, slo-mo, Dynamic Zoom, and more. Ships with a wrist strap and a protective, compact carry case.

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HyperDrive’s New Hub is Twice as Nice

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.

Philips Hue Play Adds Cinematic Color To Your Content

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.

McIntosh MC1502 Tube Amp: Analog Audio Perfection

Designed for analog-obsessed audiophiles, the 150-watt 2-channel MC1502 tube amplifier from McIntosh delivers unrivaled warmth and impressive punch with its arsenal of vacuum tubes: eight KT88 output vacuum tubes—four assigned to each stereo channel. It also has eight small signal tubes: four 12AX7A and four 12AT7 vacuum tubes; two of each dedicated to each audio channel. Patented transformer technology allows playback through 2, 4, or 8 ohm speakers.

Sony’s Best NC Headphones Just Got Better

Sony’s flagship NC headphones just got a sweet upgrade. A standout among the “best noise-cancelling” headphones on the market, the new WH-1000XM4 can be paired with 2 devices simultaneously & features new & improved microphones for clearer calls. There’s also a Speak To Chat function that automatically pauses audio when you speak. Carryover features from the last model include 30-hour battery life, premium materials, and precision customization using the Headphones Connect app. Shipping late August.

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This Dual-Vision Dash Cam Sees In 4K

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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Streamline Your Workspace With The Orbitkey Desk Mat

In these stressful times, a neat, orderly workspace can help you stay focused. The Orbitkey Desk Mat does that. Made from premium, water-repellent vegan leather, it protects your desk from scratches, stains and spills while keeping things organized with a bunch of smart features: A document hideaway to reduce paper pile-up, pen/pencil holder, & magnetic cable keepers. It is available in 3 sizes to fit your workspace.

Pixii Rangefinder Balances Tech & Technique

Designed to mimic the feel of manual rangefinder photography in a compact digital camera, the Pixii A series combines classic function—manual controls, Leica M-mount compatibility, and no LCD display panel. Instead it connects with your smartphone, allowing that to be your screen, with an app that allows for easy editing & sharing. It features a 12-megapixel APC-S CMOS sensor and 8GB of on-board SSD image storage.

RHA TrueConnect 2 Delivers More Bud for the Buck

Following up on its original Airpod-alternative, Scottish audio brand RHA packed quite an impressive update into its TrueConnect 2 earbuds. Now with IP55 weather-resistance rating, they are more sweat-proof, they also boast 9 hours of playback & with the flip-top charging case, battery life ranges between 25-40 hours total. They’ve got upgraded drivers, too, ensuring cleaner, more powerful sound & clearer calls.

Canon Introduces R5 & R6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras

With the release of the EOS R5 and EOS R6, Canon is giving its full-frame mirrorless lineup a serious reboot. The R5 boasts an all-new Canon-made 45MP CMOS sensor and a Digic X processor, enabling 8K RAW video capture at up to 30p, 4K at up to 120p, and still images at up to 20fps. The R6 is equipped with a 20.1MP CMOS sensor enabling 4k capture at up to 60p & crispy slow-mo in 1080/120p. Both feature Canon’s 5-axis image stabilization. Pre-order is open now.

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Bivy Stick Blue Keeps You Connected When You Go Off-Grid

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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Elgato’s Wave Microphones are Made for Pro-Level Podcasting

With Elgato Gaming’s new Wave 1 & Wave 3 microphones, you get a mic and mixer all in one, giving you crystal clear audio & studio-level control. Designed for podcasters, streamers and all who need to record broadcast-quality audio, the mics feature 24-bit DAC, proprietary technology aimed at eliminating distortion, even when voices and ambient noise is over-the-top loud. They both offer 5/8”, 3/8”, and 1/4” mounting adapters. The higher-end Wave 3 model also boasts capacitive mute and dual-layer metal mesh for noise reduction. An optional shock mount is also available.

The Lumix G100 is Vlog-Ready

With its 180º articulating LCD display, the Lumix G100 mirrorless camera is optimized for vloggers and content creators. It features an electronic viewfinder nearly 3X brighter than its G90 predecessor, an auto-selfie function when the screen is flipped to the front, and media-friendly video feature that lets you film for YouTube or Instagram with easily adjustable aspect ratios & in-camera clip editing. It’s also compatible with the brand’s whole line of interchangeable lenses. Available late July in two different configurations.

Adidas Introduces Workout-Ready RPD-O1 Headphones

Global sports superpower Adidas keeps athletes laced from head to toe. And now they’re putting it in your ears, too. Their new & workout-ready RPD-01 headphones are designed for training, sports and action of all sorts. They feature a sweatproof & IPX4 rated silicone neckband, 12 hours of battery life and boast simple push-button controls for effortless operation in the heat of the moment.

The Beoplay E8 Sport are Buds Built for Action

Built on the brand’s proven E8 design, Bang & Olufsen’s all-new Beoplay E8 Sport is a truly wireless earbud optimized for training & workouts. In addition to award-winning B&O sound-quality, these premium buds boast seamless Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity, AAC and aptX support plus upgraded IP57 waterproofing. They deliver 7-hours of continuous play leveled up to 35-hours with the compact charging case. The E8 Sport is available July 9 in black & “oxygen blue.”

Anker’s 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock Has A Port For That

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?

Boston Dynamics Just Unleashed Spot the Robotic Dog

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.

The Omnia Portable USB-C Charger is Light & Little

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.

World’s First: Beovision Harmony 88-inch 8K TV

With the launch of the Beovision Harmony 88-inch 8K TV, Bang & Olufsen raises the bar in home cinema. It is the world’s first 88-inch 8K OLED TV and the largest OLED screen ever created by LG. The 8K ZX display is driven by a new α (Alpha) 9 Gen 3 AI Processor, for flawless picture quality as well as enabling a host of specialized features for various content types. Audio comes through a pre-installed three-channel sound system and built-in dual subwoofer. Also compatible with Bang & Olufsen’s family of speakers.

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Samsung Brings QLED Outside with Weatherized Terrace TV

Loaded with all the high-end tech found in its best QLED TVs, Samsung’s outdoor-equipped Terrace TV delivers the goods with Quantum HDR, direct full array 16X local dimming, Quantum Dot color, and AI-powered 4K upscaling. Boasting 2,000+ nits of brightness, the picture will definitely pop—even in direct sun, and its IP55 water and dust resistance rating make it patio-proof.