Consumer Tech

Firefighters could soon have a formidable ally in their daunting task of entering buildings set ablaze: specialized drones that can handle the heat from live flames and relay visuals to help them assess the situation.

The Tank X replaces several gadgets in your outdoor loadout, and has a couple of tricks up its sleeve. This upcoming model from 8849 packs an enormous battery that should last you several days, as well as a powerful flashlight and a 1080p projector.

We're coming up on the 100th anniversary of the electric guitar, and it's been fascinating to hear how this simple instrument has altered the landscape of music in that time. Next-gen axes, though, are all about electronics and modularity.

The second I picked up the CNVPros, I thought to myself, "Are they heavy? Yeah? That means they're expensive, put 'em back." The nighttime 'nocs have a bit of heft to them, and they totally feel like they should cost way more than they do.

This might just be the most overengineered desktop gear I've ever come across. The Naya Connect system features four devices built around a modular keyboard to upgrade your setup with all kinds of shortcuts and tactile inputs.

If you're tired of running out of juice for your phone and other doodads on the go, Realme's got you. Its upcoming phone packs one of the biggest batteries around, and can also fast charge your devices. Talk about earning your keep in your EDC.

If you've thought about upgrading your audio hardware beyond your phone, the Maono PD200W mic makes a strong case for it. It offers versatility, quality and a simplicity that isn't common with audio gear. And, just as important, it's under US$100.

You can start 2026 like it's 1990 with GameSir's Pocket Taco, a cute compact controller that transforms your phone into a handheld gaming device. It's a bold design move, considering how litigious the original Game Boy maker Nintendo is known to be.

You might already know JBL doesn't just do wireless speakers and earbuds; they're also a big name in live audio. The brand is now trying its hand somewhere in between with a novel product designed for the jam room: the BandBox Trio practice amp.

If you've been getting back into vinyl records lately, or need to upgrade your basic setup, I've got good news. Sony's returning to the turntable business with its first new models since 2019, and they do high-res wireless audio.

After a decade of false starts across the industry, Nex Computer revisits the idea of replacing your laptop with a smartphone. By combining Android, Linux, and Windows in one device, the NexPhone may have made the vision a reality.

The makers of a smart Rubik's Cube-like puzzle have upped the ante with their game technology with a special edition Harry Potter-themed chess board, complete with character pieces. But can AI help you learn how to play? You might be surprised.

BenQ has heard the anguished cries of movie enthusiasts who don't have the luxury of large rooms for a home cinema setup. The W5850 4K projector sports a shorter-throw lens for big-screen visuals in smaller spaces.

Even a device as simple as a computer mouse still has plenty of room for improvement. Modern versions are becoming lighter and more ergonomic. The NanoFlow i2 Air incorporates some revolutionary features and is now available on Kickstarter.

Though I'm using my fingers more, most of the time I pluck the strings of my guitars with a pick. Most of them have been made from plastic, but I've tried metal and even small coins. But never titanium – which makes the ResoTi an intriguing project.