Pimax Crystal Super and Pimax Crystal Light: Two New High-End VR Headsets for Gaming

Pimax, a high-end VR gaming gear manufacturer, announced two new models of its Crystal line of VR headsets at its 2024 Frontier event on YouTube. The Pimax Crystal Super sets a new high bar for the industry with 29.5 million pixels and the world’s first swappable optical engine, allowing users to select between QLED and micro-OLED panels. The new Pimax Crystal Light offers the same 16.6 million pixels as the existing Pimax Crystal but at a much lower cost, starting at $699.

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New Anker SOLIX X1 Revolutionizes Home Energy Storage

Anker has been a forerunner in portable energy for years. Their strides in large-scale energy have brought amazing products for the outdoors, travel, and emergencies. Today, they introduced the Anker SOLIX X1 Home Energy Storage System for commercial sales across North America. This product will provide residential developers with a scalable energy solution for smart homes.

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GameSir X2s Mobile Gaming Controller Review: The Perfect Way to Game on the Go

When you’ve got a craving for mobile gaming, everyone knows playing using a virtual joystick on your smartphone screen is a drag. That’s why the GameSir X2s Mobile Gaming Controller with USB-C connector is key for those who want to game well on the go. Retailing for $45.99, it’s a great budget option for those who don’t have deep pockets.

News

Insta360 X4 Is an 8K 360 Camera That Reaches New Heights in Shooting and Editing

Insta360’s newest camera has some very impressive specifications and equally impressive features. The Insta360 X4 is the company’s latest flagship 360 camera; it offers 8K 360-degree video and 5.6K at 60 fps or 4K at 100 fps. The image quality represented in the company’s sample videos is a huge step forward. When combined with the ability to “shoot first, point later” and the invisible selfie stick, the creative possibilities have no limits. The X4 can also be used as a traditional action camera using a single lens, providing smooth, ultra-wide 4K at 60fps.

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4 New Xfinity NOW Services Provide Budget-Friendly Internet at Home and On the Go

Having home internet and/or a smartphone is no longer a luxury. Unfortunately, they’re basically utilities that can command up to luxury prices. Comcast is looking to make the Internet more equitable with a new suite of Xfinity NOW services to keep you connected at home and on the go.

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Lenovo Legion Go Review: A Convenient Way to Take PC Gaming Anywhere and Everywhere

I’m not a hardcore gamer, but I do enjoy playing video games. Unfortunately, I spent most of my formative years playing Nintendo and Sega games, and anything more complicated has always spooked me. It’s never too late to face your fear of video games that are more complicated than the original Mario, and I am proud to say I’ve mastered far more complex games, thanks to my use of the Lenovo Legion Go!

Reviews, Outdoors

Denvix Air Inflator Review: A Mighty Compressor That Packs a 150 PSI Punch

Spring has sprung, and with it, there are the perennial tasks of car tune-ups, bicycle tire checks, and prepping sports gear for fun. That’s where the Denvix Air Inflator comes in. It’s the Swiss Army knife of air inflators; whether you’re inflating car tires, bike wheels, or sports balls, this compact device makes these thankless tasks a breeze. Let’s take a look.

News

Lenovo ThinkCentre M75q Gen 5, M75s Gen 5, and M75t Gen 5 Get Even Smarter and More Capable!

Lenovo knows AI is growing and becoming a bigger part of the everyday workflow. So it follows that Lenovo’s ThinkCentre line would somehow find a way to shrink its footprint while expanding its AI capabilities! Whether you need the compact size of the Lenovo ThinkCentre M75q Gen 5 or the chip-level AI technology of the smart and efficient ThinkCentre M75s Gen 5 and, in select markets outside of the US, the ThinkCentre M75t Gen 5, there’s a ThinkCentre that will fit the bill!

Editorials, Game Diary

DO NOT Pre-Order Star Wars Outlaws

I beg you. Do not pre-order Star Wars Outlaws. That’s it, article over. Jokes aside, I can guess that some of you may have seen that a Star Wars action-adventure game was set to be released, and the ol’ nostalgia brain chemicals may have fired immediately. Not to be a wet and crusty towel on your potential hope and excitement, but this news scared me for a few reasons.

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Roku Pro Series TVs Will Elevate Your Streaming Experience Affordably

Roku, the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., has unleashed its latest innovation in home entertainment: the Roku Pro Series TVs. These 55, 65, and 75″ premium televisions, now available at Best Buy stores and major online retailers, mark a significant stride in the fusion of cutting-edge technology and elegant design, solidifying Roku’s position as a trailblazer in the industry.

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TCL Enlists AI to Make the Movie, “Next Stop Paris,” and We Have a Few Concerns

I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but TCL’s new movie trailer for Next Stop Paris is suspicious. It’s apparently part of TCL’s push for AI-generated content, and it’s been made by a mix of human writing, actors in motion capture, and generative AI. It’s also the best argument I’ve ever seen for not being worried that AI will replace real actors anytime soon!

Deals

Best Selling Jabra Elite 10, Elite 8 Active, and Elite 5 True Wireless Earbuds on Sale Now!

Jabra jumped into the true wireless earbuds (TWE) game and has been innovating ever since. They now offer a TWE range covering various price points and use scenarios. Best of all, many will be on sale for the next few weeks on the Jabra site, Best Buy, and Amazon, including the top-of-the-line Jabra Elite 10. Here’s a look at some of the current and upcoming deals!

News

Kobo Libra Colour and Kobo Clara Colour Bring Something Exciting to the eReader Space

It’s been a while since we wrote about Kobo and the Kobo Reader, but here’s some exciting news — Kobo Rakuten has unveiled the Kobo Libra Colour and Kobo Clara Colour eReaders. These devices mark Kobo’s debut into color E Ink technology, departing from the traditional black-and-white digital reading experience that most, if not all, of us are used to on our eReaders.

Morel Audio Biggie Wireless Portable Speaker

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Morel Audio BIGGIE Portable Speaker Provides Impressive Wireless Sound in a Stylish Package

Morel Audio, known for its premium speaker designs, has introduced its latest innovation, the BIGGIE portable speaker. Designed to deliver impressive audio performance in a compact, stylish form, the Morel Audio BIGGIE is crafted for accurate bass and clear high frequencies. Integrated advanced DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology further enhances sound quality, promising a powerful and immersive listening experience despite the speaker‘s compact size.

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Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and Yale Keypad Offer Easy DIY Smart Security Options for Renters

Today, Yale has introduced its first retrofit smart security solution, which will make the brand’s security products available for the first time to most US renters. The Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and the wireless Yale Keypad are designed with first-time users, renters, and those hesitant to modify their locks in mind; these products promise an affordable, top-tier, and user-friendly solution, with a myriad of access options for key-free convenience.

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Samsung EVO Select and EVO Plus microSD Cards Bring More Storage at Faster Speeds

Gamers and those who keep a lot of media on their devices will appreciate the latest Samsung EVO Select and EVO Plus microSD cards, which feature enhanced speeds and expanded storage. These new cards can deliver up to 23% faster transfer speeds than their predecessors, clocking in with speeds up to 160 MB/s. Notably, this lineup includes introducing 1TB capacity microSD cards, a storage capacity previously reserved for Samsung SSDs.

Child using the Simple Spread to get peanut butter out of a jar.

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Simple Spread Is a Clever Lid-Mounted Spreader for Peanut Butter and More

Imagine this: you’re making a quick sandwich, reaching for that jar of peanut butter or mayo, and instead of fumbling for a knife and a plate, you simply twist open the lid and start spreading. That’s the magic of the Simple Spread — a nifty invention that turns your jar lid into a spreading tool, making snack time and meal prep a breeze.

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Traeger and Louisville Slugger Celebrate The Hall of Flame

We shared the news about Traeger teaming up with Louisville Slugger to create pellets from the maple scraps used to make the famous bats. Just in time for baseball season’s kickoff, the pellets are available in most retailers where Traeger products are sold. What a way to start the summer and get in the spirit of our National Pastime! To celebrate the partnership of two colossal brands, Traeger sent me a celebration box to commemorate the occasion.

The back of the Xiaomi 14 in the included case.

Reviews

Xiaomi 14 Review: A Perfectly Pocketable Flagship Smartphone

Not everyone wants to wrangle a larger smartphone, so it’s always nice to find a slightly smaller flagship, like the Xiaomi 14, that doesn’t feel like a compromise. It boasts all the bells and whistles, including a top-of-the-line processor, a stunning AMOLED display with a dynamic refresh rate, super thin bezels around the display, all-day battery life with fast wired and wireless charging, and an IP68 dust and water resistance rating. Xiaomi’s partnership with photography icon Leica is also a 14 feature, with its Summilux optical lenses, 75mm floating telephoto lens, and Leica photo tuning. Intrigued? Well, let’s dig in!

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BougeRV JuiceGo Review: A 240Wh Portable Power Station That Nails Packable Size & Weight

We’ve reviewed many portable power stations at Gear Diary, and they usually fall into two basic sizes: small and easily portable to use with mobile devices while you’re out and about or much larger and heavier but suitable for off-grid use while camping or at home when power outages strike. The BougeRV JuiceGo 240Wh Portable Power Station I’ve been sent to test is an in-between-sized option that might hit the sweet spot for many campers who don’t want to lug a larger power source. Let’s take a look!

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ThermoWorks Signals BBQ Alarm Thermometer Review: Keeps Track of Everything During a Cook

When asked about my BBQ technique, I always answer that it’s just heat control from one source to the meat. Monitoring those temperatures is an important tool for creating amazing BBQs, and ThermoWorks specializes in temperature. The ThermoWorks Signals BBQ Alarm Thermometer is an excellent way to get the temps correct for this summer’s cookouts. Signals sends important temperature readings and alarms wirelessly to your smartphone and web dashboard so you can easily monitor and analyze them.

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