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Model v5’s vocals are too close to perfection to be believably human.
This summer, The Verge’s video team braved 90-degree temps to capture the smart home tech I test and use in my backyard.
From smart chicken coops to robot lawnmowers, smart sprinklers, AI-powered grills, and smart lighting, this tour shows how tech can help you manage, maintain, and get more out of your backyard.
From circadian rhythm lamps to immersive TV backlighting and festive outdoor setups, smart lighting is easier and more versatile than ever. Here’s some ideas on how to make it work in your home.
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Good for side-sleepers but ANC kills battery life.
a double-sided magnetic ring grip and stand I don’t have to remove when I use MagSafe car mounts. Or those double magnet rings I introduced you to before, which now serve as stands in my house. It’s from Syncwire, and it ranges from $17-$25 on Amazon. Sound on if you want to hear the satisfying ratcheting swivel!
The new $800 Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses have a screen that can show directions, pictures, translations, and more.
I may look like a jabroni, but IP67, new video modes, and Garmin integration are huge upgrades for the outdoorsy crowd.
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This year’s iPhone is more useful, has more storage, and starts at the same price. What’s not to like?
But most people should buy the regular iPhone 17.
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Apple gave the people what they wanted, resulting in the most compelling update to the Apple Watch lineup this year.
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Another year of iterative hardware and smart software tweaks for the world’s most popular smartwatch.
Liquid Glass is solidly mid at best, but Tahoe ain’t terrible.
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Everything you already liked about these earbuds just got better.
Six smart rings for the wearable reviewer, but only one ring could rule them all.
In the first public demo of the new universal language for smart locks, I used a Samsung Galaxy S24 to tap-to-open a Nuki smart lock. No app necessary, and no need to unlock the phone first.
Aliro is based on Apple’s NFC Home Key technology and will support UWB unlocking, allowing any smartphone to securely unlock any door lock, regardless of ecosystem or brand. The Aliro standard is scheduled to launch later this year.
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A great, basic Android phone — now with magnets.
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Remember when I upgraded a laptop’s entire GPU in just three minutes and filmed it for you? It wasn’t the only first I filmed that day! Here’s my Today I’m Toying With video hands-on with Framework’s industry-first standards-based 240W USB-C PD charging system. Look ma: no barrel jacks!
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Thin is in, but the big battery is the V5’s real magic trick.
Magic Cue mostly lives up to its name.
Level’s latest lock adds faster performance, built-in door sensing, and Matter support while keeping its “invisible” design.
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Despite its many flaws, Hasselblad’s flagship camera is one of my favorite cameras ever.
Recharges at 320W — charges two high-end laptops at 140W, simultaneously.
