All articles tagged with #gadget
A Cut beauty editor tests Dyson's $499 CameraJet toothbrush, which blends brushing with a built-in camera and targeted mouthwash jets that floss as you clean. She previewed it in Paris, reporting the brushing feels strong and dentist-like, and while she hasn’t yet used the filming feature, the device promises live-mouth visibility and potential cavity checks, all in a premium, camera-equipped package.
NBC News frames an open letter to OpenAI about its rumored plan to release a physical device, examining what the gadget might be, why its secrecy has sparked controversy, and what the move could mean for users and accountability in the AI era.
Dyson unveils the HushJet Mini Cool, a blade-free handheld personal cooler with a 65,000 rpm motor, up to 55 mph airflow, and a 5,000 mAh battery rated for about six hours. It features a rotatable nozzle for neck-wear use, USB-C charging with included stand charger and lanyard, and starts at $99 on April 9 in stone/blush (with additional colors and accessories rolling out later).
An $8 gadget allows users to connect a USB-C cable to a regular USB port, providing a simple and affordable solution for compatibility issues.
Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing gadget, rendering it unusable and advising owners to dispose of it safely. The company has no plans for a replacement and has not opened the device for alternative uses, leading to frustration among users and concerns about e-waste.
TikTok users are going crazy over a $16 Bondic LED UV Liquid Plastic Welding Starter Kit available on Amazon, which can fix almost anything by bonding two items together in under five seconds using a special adhesive and UV light. The kit has garnered nearly 4,000 reviews from satisfied customers who have successfully repaired items like eyeglasses and phone chargers. The product is heat-resistant, waterproof, and non-toxic, making it a versatile and affordable solution for various repair needs.
LG's StanbyME Go is a 27-inch touchscreen TV built into a military-grade briefcase, offering HDMI connectivity, webOS software, and a sound system, making it suitable for road trips, camping, and tailgating. However, its 28-pound weight and $1,200 price tag limit its portability and appeal. While the display's 1080p resolution and limited brightness may not justify the cost, its unique design and versatility make it an attention-grabbing gadget, but potential buyers may find better value in more traditional portable options until LG refines the formula and price point.
The Humane AI Pin, a wearable, AI-powered assistant, impressed with its generative AI capabilities and gesture navigation, but also faced frustrations such as slow off-device AI responses and overheating issues. Despite its potential, the device's marketing has built it up to be more than just a gadget, with a high price tag and monthly subscription fee, leading to skepticism about its intended purpose as it's not meant to replace smartphones. While it shows promise, there are still many questions and testing to be done before its official release in April.
Rabbit, an AI startup, has unveiled the Rabbit R1, a $199 standalone AI device with a 2.88-inch touchscreen, a rotating camera, and a scroll wheel that runs on Rabbit OS, a "Large Action Model" based operating system. The device aims to act as a universal controller for apps, allowing users to perform various tasks without switching between apps or logins. The R1 can be trained to perform specific actions and is designed to handle tasks like ordering a car, buying groceries, and sending messages. While ambitious, the practicality and execution of the device's capabilities remain to be seen.