Relive The X-Files with LEGO Ideas set 21369. This two-level building set pairs a hovering UFO above a forest with Fox Mulder’s cutaway office below.

• Two-level diorama: A forest and UFO scene sits on top of a detailed office. Lift off the desk section to see inside, or separate the two levels for display.
• Tractor beam effect: The UFO hovers on a clear stand above an alien minifigure, recreating a classic abduction scene from the show.
• 8 minifigures: The cast includes Fox Mulder, Dana Scully, Walter Skinner, Mr. X, Alex Krycek, and a grey alien.
• LEGO Builder app: Zoom, rotate the model in 3D, and follow digital step-by-step instructions as you build.

With 1,478 pieces, this set makes a striking display piece for X-Files fans and sci-fi collectors alike.

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Nework AI Smart Glasses turn everyday moments into photos, video, and audio, captured without touching your phone, with built-in AI that recognizes what you see and speaks through open-ear speakers.

• Point-of-view camera: The 8MP camera shoots 4K photos and 1080p video, capturing moments hands-free with a voice command.
• AI recognition: Ask “Hey Cyan, what is this?” and the AI identifies objects, then sends a description to the HeyCyan app.
• Open-ear audio: Dual speakers in the arms play music and calls while your ears stay open to traffic and conversations around you.
• Photochromic lenses: Lenses darken outdoors for UV380 protection and clear up indoors, so one pair works at your desk and in the sun.
• All-day battery: At 35g, the glasses run up to 7 hours of audio or 45 minutes of video before a USB-C charge.

Bluetooth pairs the glasses with the HeyCyan app, turning an everyday pair of glasses into a camera, speaker, and AI assistant.

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I’m a tech editor, living in a city apartment with my husband and two kids. That means kitchen counter space is something we only dream about. The room itself is cramped, but add a rice cooker, a stand mixer, an espresso machine, a toaster oven, and 2 electric kettles, and you get the picture. So when I got the chance to compare the Ninja CREAMi vs Ninja Deluxe, I knew I could put them through the ultimate challenge: which one would fit my tiny kitchen better?

Quick clarification since these names get thrown around pretty loosely: Ninja Deluxe is shorthand for the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe, the bigger, more feature-loaded sibling of the original CREAMi. Both machines make great homemade ice cream. And if you have a small kitchen, both will make you question every square inch of counter real estate you thought you had.

I researched this meticulously, down to the decimal. Because in my kitchen, even an inch is the difference between a keeper and a return.

Ninja CREAMi vs Ninja Deluxe at a Glance

The Ninja CREAMi is best if…

You’ve got a tight kitchen, you’re cooking for one or two, and you want to make ice cream, sorbet, or a smoothie bowl. It’s more of a minimalist ice cream maker.

The Ninja Deluxe is best if…

You’re feeding a family, you want frozen drinks and soft-serve-style options beyond scoopable ice cream, and you have a cabinet (or counter) that can handle something noticeably bigger. It has bells and whistles, but not extraneous ones.

Which Takes Up Less Counter Space?

This is the part nobody talks about enough, and it’s the entire reason I wanted to write this comparison.

The original CREAMi fits better in smaller kitchens

According to Ninja’s official spec sheet, the standard CREAMi measures 17.44″ L x 8.58″ W x 18.39″ H and weighs just under 16 pounds. That’s not tiny, but it’s the kind of footprint that easily fits in the corner of a narrow counter, or gets tucked into a cabinet between uses.

The Deluxe asks for a little more breathing room

The Deluxe’s own product page lists it at 18.9″ L x 10.04″ W x 19.88″ H. So it’s only about an inch and a half bigger in every direction. But in an apartment kitchen, an inch and a half is the difference between “fits under the cabinet” and “doesn’t.” I measured my own counter gap, and I definitely would have to rearrange things to fit the Deluxe.

And it’s not just the machine. Both models come with two containers that need to sit in your freezer for a full 24 hours before you can spin anything, which means the space fight happens in—goodness—two places at once.

As you can imagine, my freezer is exactly as cluttered as my counter. The Deluxe’s 24-ounce XL tubs eat noticeably more shelf space than the original’s 16-ounce pints. If you’re already playing freezer Tetris with frozen dumplings, that’s worth factoring in before you commit to the bigger machine.

Verdict for apartment dwellers: The original Ninja CREAMi is the better fit if you’re looking for a small, yet versatile ice cream maker — the Deluxe isn’t dramatically bigger, but every inch counts in an apartment. Plus, its tubs take up more freezer room too.

What Does the Deluxe Actually Do Better?

Size aside, the Deluxe isn’t just a bigger box for the sake of it. It earns its extra footprint in a few real ways.

More capacity for families

The Deluxe comes with two 24-ounce XL tubs instead of the standard 16-ounce pints — about 50% more per batch. If you’re making dessert for more than one or two people, that’s the difference between everyone getting a scoop and someone getting the sad scrapings.

More programs, but will you use them?

The Deluxe runs 11 one-touch programs versus the original’s 7, adding Italian ice, frozen yogurt, CREAMiccino, frozen drinks, and a slushi setting. Worth noting: the original CREAMi has a Smoothie Bowl program that the Deluxe drops entirely.

Tom’s Guide’s review notes it’s “not an absolute must-buy appliance,” and honestly, that tracks. If you’re mostly making ice cream and sorbet, four extra drink-style programs are cool but not essential. If you drink frozen coffee drinks or want slushies on demand, then that’s worth something.

Both machines also share a Respin function that runs a second cycle if your first spin comes out too icy, and every removable part on both is dishwasher-safe. None of that changes the buying decision, but it’s the kind of detail that tells you Ninja didn’t strip anything essential out of the cheaper model—you’ll still be getting a great product.

Better for people who love experimenting

The Deluxe’s dual-processing function lets you add two different mix-in flavors in a single base — candy on top, cookie chunks on the bottom, whatever. That’s the one feature I’d miss if I downgraded. It’s a small thing, but it makes the machine feel more like a platform you keep coming back to.

Verdict for families and serious dessert people: The Deluxe wins on capacity and versatility — the extra programs matter if you love drink slushies and frozen coffee, and the dual-processing feature is super helpful.

Is the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe Worth the Extra Money?

Right now the original CREAMi runs around $229.99, and the Deluxe sits around $235.99 on Amazon — though both go on sale often enough that the gap can shrink or widen depending on timing. I’ve seen the original dip closer to $130 during sales events, which changes this math even more in its favor.

When I’d save the money

If you’re single, living with a roommate, or just making ice cream occasionally for yourself, the extra $50+ buys you programs you probably won’t touch and capacity you don’t need. Two 16-ounce pints is enough dessert for a couple of people on a typical Tuesday. Save the difference, or put it toward mix-ins.

When I’d happily spend the extra

If you’re feeding a bigger household or you host people regularly, the math changes. One comparison from Kitchprep calls the Deluxe “the best value model available” because of the extra capacity and programs — and I agree…if you’ll actually use both. A 16-ounce pint splits fine four ways, but the second someone brings a friend over or your teenager wants seconds, you’ll have to run an extra batch.

Verdict on value: The Deluxe is worth the extra money for families and hosts, not for solo apartment dwellers making a pint at a time.

Which One I’d Actually Buy for My Kitchen

Given my actual apartment, my actual counter, and my actual family, I’d still go with the original CREAMi. Here’s the thing that surprised me doing this math: a single 16-ounce pint makes 4 servings, which splits exactly evenly between me, my husband, and our two kids. We’re not a family that needs XL batches — my kids are still young. Between all of our kitchen gear and two kettles I apparently refuse to consolidate, the smaller footprint is everything for us.

That said, I get why the Deluxe exists, and I don’t think it’s wrong for a family of four either. If my kids were teenagers or if we hosted their friends for sleepovers on the regular, I’d be doing this math differently. The XL tubs aren’t excess for a bigger household; they’re the whole point.

Both machines still need a full 24 hours of freezer prep, and both are, by every account I found, loud — one reviewer compared the original CREAMi to a plane engine. It seems to be a CREAMi issue that’s there no matter which model ends up on your counter.

My Final Take on Ninja CREAMi vs Ninja Deluxe

For most apartment dwellers and small households, the original Ninja CREAMi is the smarter buy. It’s not that the Deluxe is overkill exactly; it’s that most of what makes it “better” only pays off if you’ve actually got the people and the counter space to use it.

Buy the Ninja CREAMi if…

You live somewhere compact, you’re cooking for one or two, and you want great homemade ice cream and sorbet without dedicating a chunk of your kitchen to it.

Buy the Deluxe if…

You’re feeding a family, you want the XL capacity and the extra programs, and you’ve a freezer that can fit 2 24-ounce tubs.

Either way, you’re getting a machine that makes delicious homemade ice cream, pretty much on demand. The only real question is whether your kitchen has the room.

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A quick Google search tells you REDMAGIC knows how to build a gaming tablet. Keep scrolling, though, and you’ll find a different story. Clunky software, limited accessory support, and owners who spend a week turning off the background junk.

The Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 takes the opposite approach. It feels polished, reliable, and familiar, even if it doesn’t reinvent much over the Gen 4. Better yet, buyers in the US no longer have to import one, since Lenovo now sells it locally as the Legion Tab Gen 5. That’s where expectations start to fall apart.

The REDMAGIC Astra 2 arrives with a 185 Hz OLED display and visible liquid cooling. Lenovo fights back with a sharper 3K screen, expandable storage, and software that doesn’t get in your way. The biggest surprise, though, has nothing to do with frame rates.

Quick verdict

Buy the REDMAGIC Astra 2 if you care most about an OLED display and keep your games on internal storage. Pick the Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 if you’d rather have expandable storage, a straightforward controller setup with the G9, and software that stays out of your way.

Since both tablets run the same chip, your decision comes down to the display, storage options, and the overall experience. Here’s where each one comes out ahead.

Screen quality and how it feels in the dark

Look at what these two do with a night scene and the difference becomes obvious. The Astra 2 carries a 9.06-inch OLED at 2400 x 1504 with a 185 Hz refresh rate and up to 1,600 nits peak brightness. In a Tech Spurt hands-on, the display stays easy to see even under harsh studio lights, which is a good sign for gaming outdoors. OLED also brings deep black levels that an LCD cannot match, and that stands out most in dark games and movies.

The Y700 Gen 5 responds with a denser 8.8-inch IPS LCD at 3K (3040 x 1904), so text and interface elements look sharper. Even so, it cannot match the rich contrast an OLED delivers in a dark room. People who switch from AMOLED tablets often echo the same point. The higher resolution helps, but the black levels still remind you that it’s an LCD.

If you spend more time with late-night movies or atmospheric games, the Astra 2 takes the lead. But when your priority is sharp text and crisp interface elements, the Y700 Gen 5 has the advantage.

Cooling and holding performance over a long session

Both tablets run the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, so a cold benchmark leaves little room between them. The 3DMark Wild Life Extreme results land within a whisker of each other. The gap appears after an hour of heavy gaming.

REDMAGIC removed the fan from the Astra 2 and relies on its AquaCore liquid cooling system, which combines liquid metal 3.0 with a large vapor chamber. Demos show Call of Duty: Mobile locked at 165 FPS while keeping heat away from your fingers.

Lenovo sticks with its ColdFront Vapor 3.0 chamber and focuses on consistent temperatures instead of chasing peak performance, which explains why some Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 rivals with active fans can deliver higher sustained numbers.

For marathon gaming sessions where throttling is the enemy, the Astra 2’s liquid cooling system looks like the more impressive approach.

Storage and whether you can expand it

Here the Y700 Gen 5 wins an argument the Astra 2 refuses to even have. Lenovo kept the microSD slot, letting you expand storage beyond the built-in limit and carry a large emulation library without paying for the highest-capacity model.

REDMAGIC left the slot out again and caps the Astra 2 at 512 GB, which is strange when a single modern game can eat 50 GB and the original Astra offered a 1 TB option.

One catch worth knowing, some Y700 owners report the card reader runs slow enough to stutter disc-based PS2 emulation, so you may still want the heaviest titles on internal UFS. For anyone hoarding ROMs or movies, the Y700’s expandable storage is the deciding blow.

Controllers, docking, and PC-game emulation

Picture how you grip one of these for a two-hour session and the port placement starts to matter. REDMAGIC once again placed the Astra 2’s USB-C port off-center, which makes telescopic controllers that clamp over the port sit at an awkward angle. There’s also no first-party controller option to solve the issue.

Lenovo designed the Y700 Gen 5 around the G9 controller, which snaps onto the tablet and turns it into a handheld-style setup. It also includes a simplified GameHub PC game emulator inside Game Assistant, along with a desktop mode that supports up to 4K 144 Hz output over USB-C. The Astra 2 can also handle 4K external displays and run the same x86 emulation after sideloading GameHub, so the performance potential stays close. For controller comfort and a smoother out-of-box gaming setup, the Y700 Gen 5 is the easier choice.

Battery life and charging

The Astra 2 packs an 8,300 mAh cell with 75 W wired charging, and its bypass mode feeds power straight to the board so you can game plugged in without cooking the battery.

Lenovo’s Y700 Gen 5 goes a touch larger at 9,000 mAh with 68 W charging and the same bypass trick, and its standby drain is the quieter of the two by most accounts. In demanding play the Astra 2 has shown better endurance than its predecessor, clearing five and a half hours of maxed-out Wuthering Waves. For a longer leash on standby and a bigger cell the Y700 nudges ahead, though neither will leave you hunting for a charger mid-session.

Where the REDMAGIC Astra 2 wins

REDMAGIC Astra 2

Get it for $699.00

Pick the REDMAGIC Astra 2 if the display sits at the top of your wishlist. No other 9-inch gaming tablet offers an OLED panel like it, and the 185 Hz refresh rate gives fast shooters, racing games, and dark scenes a level of smoothness and contrast the Legion can’t match.

The Astra 2 also makes more sense if you spend hours gaming while plugged in. Bypass charging and the cooling system help keep heat under control during long sessions without putting extra strain on the battery.

The trade-offs are easy to spot, though. You’ll rely on internal storage, controller support favors Bluetooth over USB-C, and the software still asks for more patience than it should. If screen quality outweighs everything else, the Astra 2 is the one you’ll enjoy every time you turn it on.

Where the Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 wins

Legion Tab Gen 5

Get it for $679.99

Choose the Y700 Gen 5 when you want a gaming tablet that behaves like a finished product. The microSD slot alone rescues buyers who refuse to delete a game to install another, and the G9 controller turns the tablet into a true handheld with none of the crooked-port comedy.

Lenovo also packs in features that make the tablet more versatile. You get a built-in PC game emulator, a desktop mode, and software that feels more polished day to day. Better update support also gives it an edge for buyers who plan to keep the tablet for years.

The biggest compromise is the LCD display. It can’t match the Astra 2’s OLED panel for deep blacks and contrast, but the sharp 3K resolution and 165 Hz refresh rate still make games look crisp and fluid. If expandable storage, better controller support, and dependable software matter more than OLED, the Y700 Gen 5 is the smarter long-term buy.

My verdict

For most people deciding between these two Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming tablets, the Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 is my recommendation. The microSD slot, the G9 controller, the built-in PC emulator, and Lenovo’s update record add up to a device that gets out of your way, and the shared chip means you give up almost nothing in raw speed.

Don’t get me wrong, the Astra 2 is still the right choice for a certain buyer. If an OLED display is your top priority, you watch movies in the dark, and you’re happy to keep your library on internal storage, nothing in this size comes close to its contrast and image quality.

Where I’d hesitate is paying extra for the highest storage tier. Since there’s no microSD slot, every upgrade has to happen at checkout. The Y700 Gen 5 solves that problem. Buy the storage you need today, add a cheap microSD card later, and spend the savings on games instead.

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Withings BodyScan 2 Review: I used to step on a bathroom scale for one reason: to see whether I’d overindulged over the weekend. Now Withings is changing that same five-second habit to inform me about my arteries, metabolic health, heart rhythm, even how well I’m aging.

Full disclosure: I haven’t tested the new smart scale yet. But the most interesting thing about the Withings BodyScan 2 isn’t the expensive hardware (it costs nearly $600). It’s what it says about where home health tech is headed.

A scale that wants to replace your check-in

Withings announced the BodyScan 2 at CES 2026 back in January, and launched it in the US on July 15 for $599.95. That’s pretty expensive for a scale, but—as we’ve already seen—it’s not just a scale.

That’s the real change here. With the Withings BodyScan 2, the scale is no longer a weight-only calculator. It can show you how your heart is working and how your longevity is going. Those are metrics I never thought I’d see in the morning, but I can’t say I dislike them.

It’s hard work making a doctor’s appointment these days. Even if you have great insurance, you might have to wait a month to book, say, a heart specialist in your area. If I don’t have a specific heart condition but want to keep an eye on the old ticker, I might appreciate a smart bathroom scale like this.

Why this feels different

Ok, so the BodyScan 2 has sixty-plus biomarkers; that’s the headline number. But what really caught my attention is the retractable handle. You grip it during the scan so the device can read your heart’s electrical activity and pumping efficiency (through impedance cardiography and a 6-lead ECG). At the same time, it’s also reading your feet. That’s the whole idea: hands and feet at once, in under 90 seconds.

Layer on arterial stiffness readings, a hypertension risk flag, and a rolled-up “Health Trajectory” score, and it’s easy to see this as a device that’s less a scale than a health dashboard. Early hands-on coverage backs that framing up. Tom’s Guide called it “easily the most comprehensive piece of health tech” they’ve tested. That’s a big claim for something you keep in your bathroom.

My hesitation

I like the idea of catching a health issue early, in your own bathroom, while it’s still something you can walk back with better sleep or less stress instead of a prescription. What I’m less convinced about is whether I want another device greeting me every morning with a report card on how well I’m aging.

There’s real research behind that worry. Clinicians have already flagged that wearable data overload can generate health anxiety instead of reassurance, sending people to the doctor over a flagged reading that meant nothing. The challenge with home health tech now is making sure that data actually helps people instead of overwhelming them.

The bottom line

If the Withings BodyScan 2 succeeds, and starts a new scale trend, I don’t think it’ll be because it measures more biomarkers than any other. It’ll be because it convinces people that a bathroom scale can be something more than a weight tracker; i.e., more than a self-control barometer.

And that is needed. The morning weigh-in is fraught for a lot of people. A scale that measures metrics other than weight could keep total body health the focus, not just remind us that we ate too many cookies over the weekend.

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The iClever Q950 is a pair of noise cancelling headphones built specifically for kids, pairing an 80dBA volume cap with independent hearing-safety testing.

• 80dBA Volume Limit: A built-in cap keeps sound at a safe level, so kids can listen for hours without risking their hearing.
• 35dB Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation: Background noise on planes and buses fades out, and Transparency Mode brings it back for a nearby voice.
• TÜV-Certified Hearing Care: Independent testing backs the safe-volume design, and SGS certification confirms the headband survives 3,000 twist cycles.
• 60 Hours of Battery Life: One charge covers a full week of school or travel, and a 5-minute quick charge adds 3 more hours.
• Smart Ear Detection: Audio pauses when the headphones come off and resumes when put back on.

The iClever Q950 lets parents manage listening volume without hovering, backed by real hearing-safety certification for everyday use.

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The Elegoo H1 HT filament dryer heats up to 85°C to pull moisture out of PLA, PETG, and stubborn filaments like PA and PC before they ruin a print.

• Even, All-Around Drying: The spool turns automatically inside the chamber, so heat and moisture reach every wrap, not just the surface.
• Active Dehumidification: Two vents release humid air while drying, then seal shut so filament stays dry until your next print.
• Built for Flexible Filaments: A separate bypass outlet feeds TPU and fiber-reinforced filament smoothly, without the kinks common to a standard tube.
• Simple Touchscreen Control: The 3.5-inch touchscreen shows drying status at a glance, with 11 presets plus custom settings.
• Safety Built In: Overheat protection, a flame-resistant shell, and fault alerts keep drying safe with no need to watch over it.

Dry your filament with the H1 HT, and every print comes out smooth, strong, and free of stringing or warping.

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The Marantz CD 70 updates a classic CD player with a new high-performance DAC and USB-A hi-res playback, built for listeners who still love their disc collection.

• High-performance DAC: A newly designed DAC pulls more detail and depth out of every disc, so familiar albums reveal nuance you missed before.
• USB-A hi-res playback: That same DAC also handles the front USB-A input, so FLAC, ALAC and DSD files play at CD-level quality.
• Dedicated headphone amplifier: A fully discrete amplifier with Marantz HDAM circuitry and selectable gain gives headphones clear, controlled sound for private listening.
• Digital and analog outputs: Coaxial, optical and RCA line outputs let you send that same signal to an external DAC or stereo amplifier.
• Timeless Marantz design: Premium materials and a refined, modern look tie the electronics together in a body that fits any room.

If you still buy CDs and want them to sound their best, the CD 70 gives that collection new life.

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The Nocs Zero Tube 8×25 is a compact monocular built for hikes, wildlife watching, and long days outdoors, small enough to carry anywhere and tough enough to handle the trip.

• ED Glass Clarity: Extra-low dispersion glass and multi-coated lenses cut light scattering, keeping images sharp and colors accurate to the edge of the view.
• Pocket-Sized Design: At 110mm and 205g, it fits in a pocket or clips to a strap, so it travels with you instead of sitting in a bag.
• Waterproof and Fogproof: An IPX7 rating means it survives a dunk in water, while nitrogen-filled chambers keep the lenses fogproof in cold or wet conditions.
• Grip and Impact Protection: The rugged housing absorbs impact and provides grip in wet or gloved hands, so it holds steady when the trail gets rough.
• Twist-Up Eyecups and Carry Clip: Twist-up eyecups adjust for eyeglass wearers, and the built-in carry clip attaches to a pack or belt for quick access.

Built for daily carry and rough trails, the Zero Tube 8×25 is ready whenever something catches your eye.

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The Marshall Acton III x Hendrix 60th Anniversary Edition wraps a wide-sounding Bluetooth speaker in purple crushed velvet, marking six decades of Marshall and Jimi Hendrix side by side.

• Wide soundstage: Outward-angled tweeters and new waveguides push sound across the room, so you get full coverage at any volume.
• Tactile controls: Amp-style knobs switch between Bluetooth and AUX and set bass and treble by hand, and a Hendrix riff greets you each time you power the speaker on or off.
• Placement Correction: The speaker reads the room and adjusts bass and mids on its own, so it sounds right wherever you set it down.
• Dynamic loudness: Highs stay clear and lows stay deep at any volume, keeping classic recordings full and balanced.
• Marshall Bluetooth App: Fine-tune sound and save presets, though the speaker sounds good without it too.

With Hendrix-inspired sound and vintage design, the Acton III earns a place in any music lover’s home.

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Summer 2026 tech is fragmented among retailers. The INIU SnapGo Air is available via Amazon and directly from INIU’s website. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro stocks are available at Samsung, Best Buy, and Amazon. Anker Soundcore Boom 2 can be purchased from Best Buy, Target, Walmart and Amazon.

A gift card for a store with many products means the gift recipient has to choose and enter one ecosystem, then discover which product they care about most.

A multi-brand gift card on how summer-tech buyers really shopped in 2026. Guided by specs, prices, and inventories, they dance from one retailer to the next. The three- and four-week summer purchases remove the retailer constraint, allowing the recipient to chase every product solo.

Why summer 2026 tech crosses retailers

For Summer 2026, the most popular tech gifts fall into three main categories: magnetic power banks for charging on the go, true wireless earbuds for everyday listening, and portable Bluetooth speakers for outdoor entertainment. Different brands lead each category, so having the freedom to shop across multiple stores is a real advantage.

INIU SnapGo Air was sold in June 2026 for $54.99 with Qi2 WPC 2 certification, 13.8mm thickness, 10,000mAh capacity, and 25W wireless output. The included GoCord then handles fast replenishment through a 45-watt wired charger. It stays magnetically stuck to iPhones while in use and transit with a 13-newton magnet array.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro were released on 11th March 2026 with a $249 price. Adaptive ANC 2.0, which adjusts in response to ambient noise. IP57 water and dust protection. Two-way speaker and hi-res audio handle both casual listening and calls in vacation environments.

Three hero gadgets at spec level

Anker delivers the Soundcore Boom 2, which pumps out 2.1-channel sound at 80 watts. For a well-balanced sound across frequencies, the YAS 207 packs a beefy 50-watt sub combined with two 15-watt tweeters. With an IPX7 waterproof rating, it can handle splashes, rain, and even a quick dip in the water. It also floats, making it a great choice for pool days or trips to the beach. With up to 24 hours of battery life and a built-in power bank, it can keep going through long days outdoors without needing a charging cable.

Specs mean little; what really matters is how a device performs during summer activities. For example, the SnapGo Air is a wearable magnetic power bank that clips onto bags or clothing, making it easy to keep devices charged at the beach, festivals, or on the move. While on long flights and during poolside talks with noisy background sound, the Galaxy Buds deliver thanks to live translation that gets rid of any language barrier when traveling. The Boom 2 is the best battery-powered speaker for outdoor fun right through the August camping and backyard season, with no battery anxiety allowed.

A summer-tech buyer browses for these three items on separate stores and websites. The so-called buying arc takes place from June to August, spanning five to six weeks. Phone accessories are often the first to go on sale during Prime Day. Earbuds often go on sale in mid-July, while the best prices on portable outdoor speakers usually appear later in August.

A smarter way to shop across multiple brands this summer

The friction with a single-store gift card is that the gift is locked into an ecosystem until it is opened and the person decides how to spend it. They most likely need to charge first, but to check before they buy right in Best Buy. This freedom ensures that each purchasing decision is made on its own, free of the constraints of multi-brand flexibility.

At checkout, most people choose the retailer with the best price or the item in stock rather than sticking with a favorite store. During the summer, prices on Amazon and Best Buy often change from week to week as promotions and inventory are updated. A multi-brand card lets the recipient take advantage of those price changes instead of being limited to a single retailer.

Under the CARD Act of 2009, most gift cards must remain valid for at least five years from the date they are activated or reloaded. That gives recipients plenty of time to shop throughout the summer without feeling pressured to spend the balance straight away. They can pick up a pair of SnapGo Airs in July, wait a few weeks, and still have the remaining balance ready if they decide to buy a speaker in August. The value stays available, giving them the flexibility to buy when the timing and price are right.

Today’s tech shoppers rarely stop at a single storefront. They compare prices, check reviews, and wait for the best deal. A multi-brand card supports that buying pattern by letting them shop across participating retailers.

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The onn Outdoor Camera Plug-In watches your yard around the clock, streaming clear 1080p HDR video day and night while it connects straight into your Google Home app.

• Full-Color Night Vision: A motion-activated spotlight lights up your yard, so you get real color video after dark instead of grainy black-and-white night vision footage.
• Gemini-Powered Video Search: With a Google Home Premium Advanced plan, you can ask Gemini questions like who let the dogs out and jump straight to the moment it happened.
• Event Descriptions: Your activity feed shows plain-language summaries, such as a rabbit eating garden plants, so you know what happened without scrubbing through clips.
• Smart Alerts: The camera tells faces, vehicles, and animals apart, so you get notified about a stranger at the door instead of every passing car.

Add the onn Outdoor Camera Plug-In to your Google Home setup for sharp video, smart alerts, and quick answers.

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Recreate the barrel-launching chaos of the original Donkey Kong arcade cabinet with this LEGO building set made for adult builders.

• Barrel-launching lever: Pull the lever to send a barrel down the scaffold, then guide Jumpman past it with the joystick and jump button.
• Looping barrel mechanism: A hidden mechanism cycles 21 barrels back to the top, so the action keeps going round after round.
• Full arcade cast: Jumpman, Donkey Kong, and Lady stand alongside ladders, hammers, and girders that recreate the classic level layout.
• Retro display piece: The tall cabinet suits a game room, office shelf, or entertainment corner as a nostalgic centerpiece.
• Guided 3D build: The free LEGO Builder app lets you zoom, rotate, and track your progress across all 1,367 pieces.

This set makes a thoughtful gift for adults who grew up on arcade games and retro decor.

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Brighten your video calls and streams with the Elgato Key Light Air MK.2, a slim LED panel that throws up to 2100 lumens without a single visible bulb.

• Edge-lit design: 256 LEDs hide behind the frame, giving soft, even light with no glare or flicker on camera.
• Onboard touch controls: Adjust brightness, color temperature, and presets right on the bezel, no app needed.
• Flexible power: USB-C alone delivers about 400 lumens, while the power adapter or a battery bank raises it to the full 2100.
• MagSafe mount: Snap the panel on or off the included desk clamp in seconds when you switch setups.
• Wide color range: Dial in anywhere from 2900K to 7000K with a CRI above 94, keeping skin tones true on stream.

Add the Key Light Air MK.2 to your desk for steady, natural light that keeps up with whatever you record.

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Keep your devices powered and your space clutter-free with the TESSAN Surge Protector Power Strip—a sleek, space-saving solution for charging multiple gadgets at once, even in tight spots.

• Ultra-Thin Flat Plug: At just 0.31 inches thick, the plug fits behind furniture and includes a built-in pull ring for easy, safe removal.
• 7-in-1 Charging Hub: Power up to 7 devices simultaneously with 4 AC outlets, 2 USB-A ports, and a 15W USB-C port.
• Fast USB Charging: Charge phones, tablets, and earbuds quickly with 12W USB-A and 15W USB-C output.
• 10-Foot Flat Extension Cord: Reach tricky or distant outlets with the slim, flexible 10 ft cord and angled plug that won’t block nearby sockets.
• Built-In 900J Surge Protection: Stay safe with comprehensive protection from overloads, surges, and short circuits.

Perfect for home offices, bedside setups, or travel-friendly power solutions.

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Delivers precise dual-throttle control for flight simulators. Pilots can manage twin-engine aircraft independently or lock the levers together for single-engine flying.

• Precision Hall-Effect Throttle: 10-bit Hall-effect sensors deliver over 1,000 input counts per axis. They give you smooth, accurate throttle response in tight landings.
• Lockable Dual Levers: A built-in lock merges the two levers into one. Switch between twin-engine and single-engine aircraft in seconds.
• 35 Programmable Inputs: With 7 axes and 35 mappable inputs, critical flight commands stay within easy reach, no menu digging required.
• Swappable Detents & Tension: Four swappable detent cartridges add tactile stops for afterburner and idle, while adjustable tension matches resistance to your style.
• LED and RGB Lighting: LED throttle bars track real-time thrust, and RGB lighting matches your setup.

The VelocityOne Dual Throttle delivers realistic control for PC flight sims, and pairs with the Flightstick II for XBOX.

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Take control of the skies with the VelocityOne Flightstick II. It’s a Hall-effect flight stick from Turtle Beach for Xbox and PC simulation fans.

• Hall-Effect Precision: 16-bit sensors track over 65,000 input counts per axis for smooth, accurate stick control.
• 38 Programmable Inputs: That precision extends across 8 axes and 38 mappable buttons, so throttle, camera, and weapons commands stay within reach without digging through menus mid-flight.
• Flight Management Display: A built-in color screen shows real-time telemetry at a glance.
• Ambidextrous Comfort: Adjustable wrist and thumb rests with swappable inserts fit left- or right-handed pilots, so long simulation sessions stay comfortable instead of tiring.

The Flightstick II pairs Hall-effect precision with everyday comfort, giving Xbox and PC pilots a real step up in the cockpit.

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Capture true 16-bit RAW video and 5K resolution in the Sony ILME-FX5, a full-frame Cinema Line camera for filmmakers.

• 5K Open Gate Recording: The camera uses its full sensor width. It gives editors more room to crop, reframe, or shoot vertically.
• Internal X-OCN RAW: The FX5 records 16-bit RAW straight to the card, so no external recorder is needed. LT, C1, and C2 codecs balance quality against file size.
• Three Base ISO Settings: ISO 800, 4000, and 12800, plus Dual Gain, hold detail in shadows and highlights across 15-plus stops of latitude.
• AI-Based Autofocus: The BIONZ XR2 engine tracks eyes, heads, and full bodies in dim light, keeping focus on a moving subject.
• 5-Axis Stabilization: It roughly doubles the roll correction of the prior FX3, steadying handheld shots without a gimbal.

For studios and solo shooters, the FX5 delivers RAW flexibility in a rig-ready body.

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I’ve spent weeks trying to decide between Meta Glasses and Samsung Galaxy Glasses, and I know many of you are in the same position. You’ve watched the demos, sifted through the leaks, and now you’re choosing between two very different pairs of AI glasses. Both focus on audio instead of a display, and both aim to stay on your face all day.

Meta Glasses came to market earlier, leading with a camera you can talk to and a $299 sticker, which feels fair once you see what Even Realities and XREAL charge for their latest eyewear. Galaxy Glasses are Samsung’s entry into the category, built with Google and unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked in London. Gemini powers the experience, so you can place a coffee order without touching your phone. Neither pair is a bad choice, so let me help you figure out which one fits your life.

Quick verdict

Go with Meta Glasses if you want smart glasses today, the cheapest way in, and a wide selection of frames and prescription options. Reach for Samsung Galaxy Glasses when you live inside Android and a Galaxy watch or ring, and you want an assistant that can act on your behalf rather than answer trivia. One is available today for less money, the other is a fall bet on deeper AI.

Head-to-head breakdown

Availability and price right now

Meta Glasses went on sale in June 2026 from $299 for the Adventurer and Fury, with the Kylie Jenner Starfire edition at $399, and you can walk into a store to try them on.

Samsung has committed to a fall 2026 launch window, with no firm release date or price, which drove me a little up the wall during the keynote. Most estimates place Samsung Galaxy Glasses between $400 and $600, so I don’t expect Samsung to undercut Meta’s $299 starting price.

What the AI can do for you

Both can hold a conversation, but they have quite different ambitions.

Meta AI, powered by Muse Spark, handles familiar jobs like answering questions, reading messages, and describing whatever the camera sees. Samsung aims much higher with Gemini.

During the Galaxy Unpacked demo, a presenter asked the glasses to order her usual coffee, and Gemini opened DoorDash on the paired phone, navigated the app, filled in the order, and left it ready for confirmation.

Meta cannot automate multi-app tasks like that today. If Samsung delivers the same experience outside the keynote, Galaxy Glasses become the stronger pick for anyone who wants an assistant that gets things done instead of just talking back.

Battery you can trust for a full day

Samsung rates Galaxy Glasses for up to nine hours on a single charge, while the case adds around seven full charges. If real-world use reaches those figures, the setup gives me a multi-day buffer I’d love to take on my next Barcelona trip. I won’t need to pull out my phone in Gothic Quarter, where I always feel one step away from losing it.

Meta rates its glasses for more than eight hours, and the charging case adds around 40 hours of extra power. Video recording remains the weak point, as it can drain both pairs faster than headline figures suggest. On paper, Samsung leads in battery life and case capacity, making Galaxy Glasses the better pick for long stretches away from a charger.

Ecosystem lock-in and who you already are

The right pick here depends less on the glasses and more on the phone in your pocket. Samsung Galaxy Glasses send notes to Samsung Notes, add events to your calendar, and connect with a Galaxy watch or Galaxy ring, giving Galaxy users a tighter workflow than Meta can offer. Meta routes features through its own app, which creates more separation between photos, reminders, and your phone’s built-in tools. For anyone invested in Galaxy hardware, Samsung offers the stronger ecosystem fit.

How normal they look on your face

Nobody wants to walk around wearing glasses that look like they came straight out of The Matrix. Both companies know that, so they teamed up with established eyewear brands to make AI glasses feel more natural.

Meta works with EssilorLuxottica, while Samsung co-designs its frames with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Samsung also showed off a hidden hinge that blends into the frame and claimed its glasses are lighter than most competing AI glasses, though the South Korean company avoided sharing an exact weight. Leaks put them around 50 grams.

Meta has the bigger lineup right now, with 26 styles across three frame shapes. Some designs still push a bolder look, with the Fury frame feeling chunkier and the Kylie oval going for a more distinctive style. 

I’d give Meta the edge for variety, but Samsung’s two designs look refined enough that I don’t think most people will miss having dozens of frame choices.

The pervert problem nobody markets

The part neither company can solve with marketing is how people react to a camera sitting on someone’s face.

Meta has taken most of the backlash so far, and the criticism has been intense. Some people have even modified Ray-Ban Meta glasses to hide the recording indicator, while privacy concerns have pushed some workplaces to restrict their use. The controversy has grown enough that the “pervert glasses” label has stuck and started trending on Reddit.

Samsung will face the same problem the moment its glasses include a camera. I don’t think either pair can escape the suspicion around wearable cameras, with privacy-sensitive places creating the biggest challenge. The technology may improve, but winning public trust could prove harder than adding more AI features.

Where Meta Glasses win

Meta Glasses: Starfire Kylie Edition

Get it for $399.00

At $299, Meta Glasses are the most affordable option you should consider, with the widest selection of frames, colors, and prescription support. The prescription range covers -12 to +2.25, while adjustable nose pads help dial in the fit. If I’m recording hands-free clips of my kids or my dog, I’d rather rely on a 3K camera already in people’s hands than a promise shown on a presentation slide.

Meta also makes more sense for anyone who doesn’t want to stay inside one phone ecosystem. The glasses come with their own app instead of locking users into one smartphone brand, so iPhone owners get closer to the full experience than they would with Samsung’s approach. The separate account setup feels a little clunky, but it’s a small tradeoff. For a pair of AI glasses that fit more people, cost less, and work now, Meta’s eyewear is my recommendation.

Where Samsung Galaxy Glasses win

Samsung Galaxy Glasses are the smarter pick for Android loyalists who already wear a Galaxy Watch or have their eye on the Galaxy Ring. The appeal is an assistant that can take action instead of only answering questions, so ordering a coffee, adding an event to a calendar, or saving a whiteboard to Samsung Notes happens through Gemini and Google’s app ecosystem in a way Meta has not matched yet. Using a Galaxy watch as a camera viewfinder also makes the whole setup feel like one connected system instead of a separate accessory.

They also make sense for frequent travelers who want live translation and navigation sent to one ear without pulling out a phone. The longer battery claim adds another reason to wait, especially for anyone who spends long days away from a charger. The catch is patience, since you won’t get them until fall and you’re still buying into a vision built around demos rather than real-world use.

My final verdict

For most readers, someone buying a first pair of AI glasses without a deep hardware allegiance, Meta Glasses are my pick because they cost less and are available now. They offer more styles, wider fit options, and cover the core features people want, from hands-free capture to an AI assistant in your ear.

Samsung still has a strong case for Galaxy loyalists willing to wait. Galaxy Glasses paired with a Galaxy watch could outpace Meta with agentic features and deeper ecosystem integration. My advice for either buyer is the same. Don’t pay a premium for a camera you won’t use, then bring your glasses into spaces where people around you feel uneasy.

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I train early in the morning, when the air still has some give to it. By the time I walk back in the afternoon, the pavement feels like a griddle, and my shirt is stuck to me before I reach the corner. Summer 2026 has been merciless about it.

Across the US, tens of millions spent weeks under extreme heat alerts, Western Europe saw its hottest June on record, and many cities struggled to cool down after sunset. So I understand why a battery fan has become the accessory people reach for. For anyone moving through a heatwave, whether commuting, walking the dog, or heading home after a gym session, the best portable fans can offer relief from the heat.

What matters in a fan you carry through the heat

When choosing a portable fan for extreme heat, focus on the features that make a difference outdoors instead of flashy specs.

• Strong airflow: A gentle breeze does little under direct sun. Look for a fan with enough power to push air through sweat, since many models lose effectiveness outside.
• Long battery life: The headline runtime numbers are almost always quoted at the lowest, weakest setting. On the high speedyou’lll need outside, some fans drain in a fraction of the claimed hours, so plan around the low-speed figure.
• Portable design: A fan that clips to a bag, hangs from a lanyard, or folds flat is easier to carry every day. Hands-free use also helps when carrying groceries or a gym bag.

Top picks

Best for raw power on a scorching walk: Dyson HushJet Mini Cool

Dyson HushJet Mini Cool

Get it for $99.95

When the afternoon is at its worst, you want air you can feel, andDyson’ss HushJet Mini Cool pushes harder than anything else below. Boost mode reaches 55 mph from a 65,000 rpm motor, with five variable speeds beneath it, and the whole unit weighs about 7.5 oz.

The catch is noise and stamina. Owners keep flagging how loud it gets; the rated six hours applies only to the lowest speed, and the neck strap points airflow at your collarbone rather than your face. At $99.95, you pay for the power.”

“When Dyson restocks the fan on partner sites such as Amazon and Best Buy, it’s typically gone within an hour,” says a company spokesperson, so if my top pick is unavailable when you check, that’s part of the challenge.

Best all-rounder for a post-gym cooldown: Shark ChillPill

Shark ChillPill

Get it for $149.99$129.99-13.3%

After a workout, shoving warm air around does little for me. The ChillPill answers that with a cooling plate that drops skin temperature by up to 16 °F on contact, which is where it pulls ahead of a plain fan. Three heads come in the box: a fan, the cold plate, and a dry-touch mist that refreshes without soaking you.

10 speeds give you fine control, and the battery runs up to 11 hours on low, dropping to about 1.5 at full power. Press the cold plate to your neck and wrists after a session, and the appeal clicks. For gym-goers who overheat and stay hot, the Shark ChillPill is the best cooldown tool because it chills skin directly instead of only stirring air. The downsides are a $129.99 tag, a loud top speed, and a mist reservoir that empties in about 20 minutes.

Best for a loaded bag: JisuLife Handheld Fan Ultra 2

JisuLife Handheld Fan Ultra2

Get it for $89.99

One gadget that cools you, charges your phone, lights a dark car park, and pumps up a ball replaces several everyday essentials. At around five inches tall, the JisuLife slips into a side pocket, offers 100 speed settings, and doubles as a 9,000 mAh power bank with a built-in flashlight and air pump.

The trade-off is noise. The tiny blade reaches up to 82 dB at its highest setting, loud enough to draw looks on a train. In return, you carry one compact device instead of a fan, power bank, flashlight, and air pump. Would that compromise make sense for your next hot-weather adventure?

Best budget option that still delivers: AMACOOL Magnetic Cruise Fan

AMACOOL Magnetic Cruise Fan

Get it for $36.99

Not every walk home justifies Dyson money. For budget-minded commuters, the AMACOOL Magnetic Cruise Fan is the best value pick because it moves enough air for one person and mounts almost anywhere for under 30 dollars.

The six-inch fan carries a hefty 10,000 mAh battery that runs a full day, and a magnetic base plus a hook and a screw-mount slot let it grip a railing, a locker door, or a stroller frame. A built-in LED makes it a decent bedside or camping companion too. The plastic feels cheap, and the warranty runs only a year, but at about $28, the value holds up.

Best hands-free pick for a commute: TORRAS Coolify Neck Air Conditioner

TORRAS Coolify Neck Air Conditioner

Get it for $279.99

When both hands are full with a bag and a phone, a neck unit keeps cooling without you gripping anything. The Coolify uses semiconductor cooling to chill the sides of your neck rather than only push air, and the contact plates do more on a still, humid platform than a breeze alone would.

Battery life stretches to 28 hours in fan mode, and you can adjust it over Bluetooth through the companion app. For commuters who need both hands free, the TORRAS Coolify Neck Air Conditioner is the best hands-free option here because it cools by direct contact and lasts a whole workday on one charge. The sticking points are a $169.99 price, the highest in my guide, and a body that hangs close to your ears.

What to skip

Cheap no-name fans that promise 40 hours of runtime and quit before lunch are a trapI’dd avoid. A fan that dies mid-afternoon in a heatwave helps nobody, and the saving vanishes the moment you buy a second one to replace it. Read the owner reviews on battery, not the number printed on the box.

Silence is the other false hope. Every powerful model I found gets loud on its top speed, and the Dyson and Shark draw a steady stream of complaints on that exact point. Choose a speed you can live with in a quiet carriage, and save full power for the open street.

Watch the accessory math as well. The Shark’s clips, straps, and cases are sold separately and go out of stock, so the sticker price may not be the final one. And no pocket fan cools a room; each one cools a single person within a foot or so, which is all you need on the move anyway.

Quick-start advice

Before you buy, add up the hours you are away from a plug on a hot day, then match that total to afan’ss low-speed runtime rather than its headline figure. Charge whatever you pick the night before, and test the noise indoors at the speed you expect to use most. Do that today, and within five minutes you’ll know whether a fan belongs in your bag or back in the box.

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