Acer Chromebook Plus buyers get free year of Google AI Pro with Gemini and Flow

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Acer is sweetening the deal for anyone buying a new Chromebook Plus. The company just announced that all Chromebook Plus models now come with a complimentary 12-month subscription to Google AI Pro, a perk worth nearly $240 on its own. That’s not a typo. Chromebook buyers get a full year of Google’s premium AI tools … Read more

TEAMGROUP launches APEX SD7.1 microSD Express Card with blazing 800MB/s speeds and 1TB capacity

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TEAMGROUP today announced the APEX SD7.1 microSD Express Card, and it’s super fast. It features read speeds up to 800MB/s and write speeds hitting 700MB/s thanks to its PCIe Gen3 x1 interface and NVMe protocol. To unlock those speeds, however, you’ll need a device with a microSD Express slot. And yes, the Nintendo Switch 2 … Read more

AVerMedia launches CamStream 4K BU113G2 and StreamLine MINI+ GC311G2 HDMI capture devices

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AVerMedia has launched two new HDMI capture devices aimed at creators of all experience levels. Whether you’re a professional looking to upgrade your video setup or a newcomer trying to go live for the first time, there’s now an AVerMedia option built for you. The CamStream 4K BU113G2 is the high-end choice. It’s made for … Read more

TP-Link launches Tapo 4K and HybridCam security cameras with no subscription needed

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TP-Link is introducing new gear to the smart home world with the launch of its new Tapo 4K Camera Series and HybridCam lineup. These products aim to shake up the home security scene by offering high-end features without the burden of monthly fees. Leading the charge is the Tapo MagCam 4K Solar (C460 KIT). This … Read more

OWC Express 4M2 brings USB4 speed and four-slot NVMe storage to Mac, Windows, and Linux users

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Other World Computing has launched its latest storage solution, and it looks awesome. The new OWC Express 4M2 is a compact aluminum enclosure that supports four M.2 NVMe SSDs and connects via USB4. It promises up to 3200MB per second of real-world performance while staying quiet under pressure. Each of the four drive bays supports … Read more

Aluratek reveals 13.3 inch ePaper WiFi digital photo frame that doesn’t need to be plugged in

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Most digital photo frames still need to be plugged into the wall, which kind of defeats the point of clean aesthetics. Aluratek wants to change that. The company just launched what it claims is the world’s first WiFi-enabled digital photo frame that doesn’t need to be connected to AC power at all. You charge it … Read more

Tronsmart Fiitune X30 brings spatial audio and Hi-Res sound to your living room for $179.99

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Tronsmart has introduced its latest audio product, the Fiitune X30 Hi-Res home speaker. This marks the company’s first speaker to feature spatial audio, delivering an immersive sound experience in a stylish package meant to blend into virtually any room. The Fiitune X30 includes six drivers, with one upward-firing “sky driver” to bounce audio off the … Read more

ASUS ROG NUC 2025 packs serious power into a tiny mini PC with RTX 5080 and Intel Core Ultra 9

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ASUS is once again shrinking the gaming desktop. Its Republic of Gamers division has announced the ROG NUC 2025, a surprisingly small computer that is anything but underpowered. With a volume under three liters, it still manages to include an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor from Series 2 and NVIDIA’s hardcore RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. … Read more

KIOXIA unveils ultra-fast CD9P Series PCIe 5.0 SSDs for AI and HPC data centers

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KIOXIA has announced a new line of high-performance solid state drives built for the modern data center. The CD9P Series PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs are engineered to handle the extreme demands of artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and machine learning workloads. The CD9P Series is powered by KIOXIA’s eighth generation BiCS FLASH memory. It uses TLC-based … Read more

Transcend SSD475P 8TB solid state drive launches with power‑loss protection and industrial durability

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Transcend has introduced the SSD475P, a 2.5-inch solid state drive designed for demanding industrial use cases. While most SSDs focus on consumer needs like gaming or office work, this one is built to keep data flowing even when things go wrong. It includes built-in Power Loss Protection, which uses onboard capacitors to ensure critical data … Read more

UL Solutions launches safety certification for battery enclosures as lithium ion risks rise

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With lithium ion battery fires making headlines more often, UL Solutions is stepping in with a new certification program designed to bring peace of mind. The company has launched testing and evaluation services for battery containment enclosures and micromobility charging equipment. These safety-certified cabinets are increasingly showing up on city sidewalks and inside apartment buildings … Read more

Borderlands 4 fans can now preorder a limited edition Xbox controller from PowerA

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PowerA is jumping into the Borderlands universe with a new wireless controller aimed directly at fans of the upcoming Borderlands 4. The company today unveiled the PowerA Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S – Borderlands Special Edition, and yes, it looks just as chaotic and colorful as you’d expect. Officially licensed by Xbox and styled … Read more