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The latest in tech: the newest products, most exciting innovations and biggest releases.

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On Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, 20 Years Later
By Andy Crump
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The Rise of Prediction Culture

From sports to pop culture, Polymarket is changing how we engage with what happens next.

By Cool Material
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Why Does Every Skincare Influencer Look Like a Stormtrooper?

A man's guide to red-light therapy masks, the anti-aging gadget taking over the internet.

By Brett Braley
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Bring the Soundtrack With You This Summer

The best outdoor portable speakers for beach trips, lake weekends, backyard hangs, and every adventure that calls for a little music.

By Beau Hayhoe
Fashion
STEAL: Save Big During Huckberry’s Annual Summer Sale

While we will always love a huge big box store annual closeout sale, there's something to be said for getting best-in-class merchandise--from brands you might have never heard of before--at a discount during said sales that might not be from big box retailers. That's where Huckberry comes in to save…

By Cooper Fleishman
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ESR Makes MagSafe Charging Easier, Faster and Cooler Than Ever

For more than a decade, ESR has been making tech easier with an expansive line of quality gear and accessories primarily aimed at mobile devices. Their same commitment to quality, style and innovation continues with their newest collection of Apple-Certified, Made for MagSafe chargers that will ensure you're juiced up…

By Pat McLaughlin
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Plaud Note AI Voice Recorder

Introducing the Plaud Note AI Voice Recorder, the cutting-edge gadget that will revolutionize how you take notes and capture your thoughts. This sleek, pocket-sized device boasts advanced AI technology, making it your ultimate on-the-go assistant. Say goodbye to scribbling down hurried notes; with Plaud Note, simply speak, and it transcribes…

By John A. Paradiso
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Nothing Phone (2)

The Nothing Phone (1), the London tech company's first smartphone release, was a huge hype machine. Among tech enthusiasts, the Nothing Phone (1) represented an impressive Android alternative to the iPhone dominance. Now, Nothing is following up the success of its first phone with a new model: the Phone (2).…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
Fujifilm instax SQUARE SQ40

There's been a renewed interest in film cameras lately and as a result more folks have been delving into the retro charm of instant cameras. If this vintage appeal has piqued your interest then the newly released instax SQUARE SQ40 from Fujifilm is an excellent choice. With a design that…

By John A. Paradiso
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