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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
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PITAKA’s MagEZ Slider Keeps All Your Devices Fully Charged

Founded by a team of designers, engineers, and creatives across with an alternative approach to all things technology, Pitaka does science and style in a specialist arena with an eye on distinct materials, performance and focus you won't find from other brands. Pitaka's wireless charging dock--MagEZ Slider--combines a compact and…

By Pat McLaughlin
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The VITURE One XR Glasses Let You Play Games and Watch Movies Anywhere

There is a serious case to be made that wearable tech is the way of the future. Smart glasses are enticingly futuristic but haven't seemed to deliver on their promises. The VITURE One seeks to change that with the newly launched XR Glasses available to back on Kickstarter. Unlike most…

By John A. Paradiso
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Dyson’s Lightcycle Desk Task Light

Like Dutch Old Masters, so specific is the Dyson aesthetic, one can easily spot originals versus reductive imitators. Here, we have an original. The Lightcycle Desk Task Light is a no-frills desk lamp that has all of the futuristic appeal of Dyson’s beloved vacuums, fans, and airport hand dryers. Using…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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Teenage Engineer’s TX-6

The time of the audiophile is nigh! With the renaissance of podcasts and supplemented with apps like Shazam and Spotify, music is more prevalent now than ever. Get in on the game with the TX-6 (no, it’s not to be confused with my AP Calculus calculator, the beloved TI-89 of…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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Pro-Ject Releases New X8 Turntable and Phono Boxes to Heighten Your Hi-Fi Experience

Pro-Ject is among our favorite brands when it comes to turntables and audio tech. They've been industry leaders for years and offer a variety of options for newbies and audiophiles alike. The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon is one of the best entry-level/mid-tier record players you can buy. And their Signature Series…

By John A. Paradiso
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