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Tech NewsA First Look at the Incredible Future of 8K TVs
Do you remember back in the 90s, when high-definition TVs first started to become popular? Seeing that HD for the first time, the sharpness seemed almost impossible compared to existing technology. But this year, several top tech companies showed off 8K screens with 16-times as many pixels as those old 1080p HD TVs. For me, … Continued
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Tech NewsThe Pin Art on This Bluetooth Speaker Dances to Your Music
One of the recent trends in Bluetooth speakers is the addition of colorful LEDs that blink and flash along with whatever music’s playing. But a company called Victrola has done something way out of left field by putting an animated Pin Art display on top of its new wireless speaker. We’ve all played with those … Continued
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Tech NewsWhat Is Technics Doing?
The new, modular Technics SP-10R turntable plays records just like any other turntable. But, according to Technics, it plays records really, really, really well. It better since it’s priced at $10,000 and up depending on just how you configure it. But the introduction of yet another Technics tribute model—or collector’s item if you’re being honest … Continued
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Tech NewsArtificial IntelligenceWhat It’s Like to Play Ping-Pong With a Robot
The first thing that I should say about FORPHEUS is that it’s gentle. The artificially intelligent Ping-Pong tutor built by Omron is not trying to beat you. It’s not trying to take over the world. FORPHEUS is trying to make you a better Ping-Pong player. I played Ping-Pong with this incredibly futuristic being, and not … Continued
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This Beautifully-Detailed Replica Is the Best Way to Learn About the Moon Without Actually Visiting It
To date, the best use of augmented reality has been running around parks trying to capture virtual Pokémon. But as that fad has (mercifully) faded away, a company called AstroReality has come up with a more compelling use of AR technology that works with an astonishingly detailed replica of the moon that’s as much a … Continued
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This AA Battery Sucks Power Right Out of the Air
After covering CES for 10 years, nothing I’ve seen at the show has me as excited about the future as Ossia’s wireless charging technology. The company’s developed a way to deliver power to your gadgets the same way internet is delivered by wi-fi, and one of the first real-world applications of the tech is a … Continued
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Tech NewsI Spoke to the Future and the Future Stared Back at Me, Blankly
The first thing you notice about Sophia, a robot, is the sound she makes. Like a late-90s Pentium processor struggling to load a video, she makes a whirring squeal that fills the room. Sophia talks, too. But what I’ll always remember about my recent conversation with a robot is her stare. I recently talked with … Continued
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This Cellular-Connected Smart Credit Card Can Show You How Much Money You’ve Got Left to Spend
In the United States, the big banks have been very slow to adopt new credit and debit card technologies, with secure chip cards only being introduced in the past few years. Which is tragic, because Dynamics is introducing a new connected credit card with a GSM chip inside, and an E-Ink display, that’s no thicker … Continued
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Tech NewsSennheiser’s First Home Audio Product Is a 3D Sound Bar That Blew My Mind
If you’re like me, you know Sennheiser as that sleek German company that makes dependably terrific headphones and microphones. That’s about to change. Later this year, Sennheiser will release a next-generation sound bar that aims to bring 3D audio into the living room. It’s a lofty goal, since plenty of other companies are trying their … Continued
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Tech NewsPeloton’s New Treadmill Costs $4,000 and Oh Crap I Want One
With New Year’s resolutions still fresh in everyone’s minds, Peloton announced its second major product on Tuesday: a treadmill. Except, as Peloton CEO John Foley explained to me at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the new Peloton Tread is more than a running machine. It’s being billed as a private fitness studio, … Continued
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You Will Probably Die Before This Monstrous New Backup Battery From Duracell Does
As the organizers of CES 2018 reminded us today, when you rely on gadgets, it’s a good idea to plan ahead to ensure you’ve always got power. There’s no shortage of portable batteries being shown off on the CES show floor, but none of them compare to this monstrosity that Duracell’s created. Boasting 660Wh of … Continued
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Tech NewsSome of the Most Absurd Gadgets From CES 2018 (So Far)
Far from the flashy mega-booths of companies like Samsung and Sony is a section of CES known as Eureka Park, filled with startups trying to bring truly innovative products to the market. But there’s just as many companies showing off products that will leave you scratching your head. Does the world really need a GoPro … Continued
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Casio’s $50,000 Printer Can Turn Paper Into Faux Leather, Wood, and Alligator Skin
As a rule, we rarely post news about printers here on Gizmodo because, as a rule, they’re mind-numbingly boring. But Casio’s new Mofrel system does something truly innovative: it can add 3D textures to your printouts, turning flat paper into faux leather, stone, wood, and even simulate embossed stitched fabrics. The paper you feed into … Continued
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Tech NewsGadgetsSamsung Put a Big AKG Speaker Into a Refrigerator and It’s Oddly Awesome
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if your refrigerator were also a goshdang boombox? I haven’t. That’s why it was so exciting when I saw a new Samsung refrigerator at CES that contained a stocky AKG speaker in the front door. It bumps tunes, and it keeps your eggs cold. The new … Continued
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Tech NewsChecking Out LG’s Prototype TVs Was Like Sending My Eyes to Disney World
The CES show floor might be filled with hundreds of TVs that put your local electronics store to shame, but the real treasures of the show, the TVs packed with technology we’ll have to wait for years to buy, are hidden in back rooms away from greasy fingers. Except ours, of course, as we had … Continued
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Philips’ New Headband Promises Better Sleep by Whispering in Your Ear All Night Long
You don’t need a scientist to tell you that a good night’s sleep is important to your health. Your body tells you that every time you try to climb out of bed after a late night. So to help maximize what sleep you are able to get, Philips has created a headband that plays special … Continued
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Putting a Battery Inside a Laptop Sleeve Is a Brilliant Idea
All your gadgets rely on batteries, and all batteries suck. Trying to keep all of your toys perpetually charged is the biggest downside of a gadget addiction, but there are ways to cope, like using Incase’s new Connected Power Sleeve to protect and power your MacBook Pro. As gadgets go, the Connected Power Sleeve initially … Continued
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This Bluetooth Air Filter Will Tell You Just How Filthy Your Air Is
If you’ve reached the stage of life where you’re a responsible homeowner, you know there’s an endless list of maintenance projects you need to stay on top of. But remembering to check the air filters on your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system is no longer one of them, because 3M’s new filters will … Continued
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LaCie’s New Rugged Drive Can Backup All Your Footage On Location Without a Computer
LaCie’s rugged portable drives, distinguished by their bright orange padding, are popular with photographers and videographers who need to backup footage and photos while away from the safety of their desks. Taking that idea one step further, LaCie’s new DJI Copilot drive can ingest and back up your media all by itself, letting you leave … Continued
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Tech NewsCES 2018’s Hottest Tech Trend Might Be Gadgets for Old People
Before the show floor opens to throngs of tech enthusiasts, and before big companies like Sony, Samsung, and LG reveal their latest and greatest to the world, we get a sneak peek at the trends shaping CES 2018 at an event called CES: Unveiled. And millennials be damned, because this year, the best gadgets could … Continued