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Tech

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
Audio
Sonus Faber Omnia Wireless Speaker

Italian company Sonus Faber has been a staple in the audio tech landscape for years. Their latest offering is a stunningly artful wireless speaker with serious hi-fi performance. You'll find a total of seven speakers within the Omnia with built-in Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay2, and Chromecast compatibilities. Additionally, there are dedicated…

By John A. Paradiso
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Cameras
Panasonic Lumix GH6

Panasonic is among the most trusted brands in the photography industry. And they've added a stunning camera to their G series camera range with the all-new mirrorless Lumix GH6. It's small and compact yet boasts some serious performance specs. Namely, the Lumix GH6 is built for both photographers and videographers…

By John A. Paradiso
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PlayStation VR2 Headset Design

The world of virtual reality might very well be the future of video games. There is some truly cutting-edge technology in the space and the interactivity is astounding. But, the barrier to entry might still be just a touch too high. As we see more and more virtual reality consoles…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Smartphone Has It All and Then Some

When it comes right down to it, what do you actually want in a smartphone? Slim silhouette? Gorgeous pictures? App compatibility? Long battery life? Solid color options? If you're an Android user--or willing to make the switch--you can have it all with the new Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Smartphone. This…

By Cooper Fleishman
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An Exclusive Google Smart Lamp Only Available for Google Employees

Exclusivity is almost always a surefire way to create excitement. There's a reason the Domino's Pizza Rolexes are prized by collectors. Same with the Adidas-made Apple sneakers. Following that trend, Google has made a sleek, simple, stylish smart lamp -- that is only available for employees. 9to5Google reported that the…

By John A. Paradiso
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