User-Replaceable Batteries Are Making a Real Comeback
After years of sealed gadgets, user-replaceable batteries are moving back into the conversation as repair rules and durability demands push device design in a new direction.
Meta’s reported AI pendant points to the next wearable battle
Meta is reportedly exploring an AI pendant, a move that could expand its wearable strategy beyond smart glasses and deepen the race for always-on AI devices.
Oura Ring 5 arrives with a thinner, lighter design and a $399 starting price
Oura’s latest smart ring trims down the design without moving downmarket. The new Ring 5 starts at $399 and puts comfort front and center in the next phase of wearable health tech.
Oura’s new smart ring goes smaller, lighter, and easier to wear all day
Oura’s latest smart ring puts comfort first, trimming down the design to make round-the-clock wear feel more natural.
Apple’s newest iPad Air just hit its first notable discount
Apple’s latest iPad Air is finally seeing its first meaningful markdown, with some configurations discounted by as much as $100.
Xreal launches cheaper AR glasses with anti-shake viewing and swap-in frames
Xreal is pushing into more affordable AR wearables with a new pair of glasses that emphasizes steadier viewing and customizable frames.
Sennheiser Momentum 5 lands with stronger ANC and a battery you can replace
Sennheiser’s latest over-ear headphones refresh the Momentum line with improved noise cancellation, lossless audio support, and a replaceable battery that could help them last longer.
Xreal Says It’s Finally Ready to Crack Smart Glasses
After years of hype and misfires in wearables, Xreal says the smart glasses market may finally be lining up with the right hardware, software and use cases.
Anker puts its first AI noise-canceling chip into new earbuds
Anker’s newest earbuds introduce the company’s first in-house AI chip, aimed at boosting active noise cancellation and sharpening voice pickup in noisy places.
The Smart Home’s New Problem: Everything Costs More
Smart home gear is getting pricier to buy and harder to own outright, as subscriptions and AI features turn convenience into an ongoing monthly bill.