While e-paper displays are now used for a few niche tablets and writing devices, they still primarily serve as a screen for ebook readers. However, they’ve gotten good enough over the years that it’s probably time to start experimenting with ways they can be integrated into other devices like this e-ink monitor or this dual-panel…
While color E-Ink panels have been used in ereaders for a few years now, bigger ereader makers such as Kobo and Amazon have so far refrained from integrating them in their releases. Apparently, that changes now for one of those companies with the announcement of the Kobo Libra Colour. Does this mean color ereaders are…
Whether you believe in VR being a significant part of the future of computing or not, there’s no question about where Mark Zuckerberg and Meta stand on the matter. They’re betting big on it. So much so that the outfit is now releasing a combo VR and AR headset in the form of the Meta…
When the first e-readers with epaper displays came out nearly two decades ago, some were hopeful that the low-power display will eventually replace the power-sucking and eye-fatiguing LCDs we’ve come to rely on. Well… let’s just say that still won’t happen any time soon. However, there are definite advantages to using epaper, especially when you’re…
While we’re partial to SquareOff as far as smart chessboards are concerned, we do appreciate ChessUp’s training features that show the available move options for every piece you touch, complete with color coding to let you know whether it’s a good move or bad move. The Bryght Labs ChessUp 2 takes that original chessboard and…
There was a time when you needed a big flashlight if you wanted a lot of light. That’s no longer the case, with modern LED flashlights offering impressive brightness and throw even at smaller form factors. Gone are the days when good torches were around the size of a miniature baseball bat, with pocket flashlights…
Last year, Nitecore released a battery-powered air blower designed to let you clean lenses and other camera optics using pressurized air on-the-go. It was very handy, especially since it came in a form factor that fit snugly in most pockets. The Nitecore BB2 Electronic Blower updates the outfit’s electronic air duster for even better function….
We’re big fans of Fairphone’s more sustainable smartphones, which are designed to be repaired and upgraded rather than replaced every time a new model comes around. Sure, they’re not the fastest, most powerful, and most feature-packed options in the category, but we definitely appreciate the modular design and the extended support periods. This time around,…
Bluetti is one of the leading names in portable power solutions, having released several popular power stations for RVs, campsites, and other outdoor adventures. Their latest, the Bluetti AC240, is designed to provide power on-the-go even in the toughest weather conditions. Boasting system-wide IP65 water- and dust-resistance, the power station is equipped with multiple safeguards…
It’s not the most powerful drone in DJI’s range. However, the Mini Pro line does manage to cram a good load of features, while coming in at a size that allows it to tip the scales at under 250g, exempting it from registration with the FAA and making it just a tad more convenient to…