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technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Dyson HushJet Mini Cool: compact, powerful, and pricey for a portable fan

Dyson's HushJet Mini Cool is a bladeless, ultralight portable fan priced at $99.99 that delivers strong airflow with five speeds plus a Boost mode, USB-C charging, and a neck strap. It runs about 6h30 on the lowest setting and ~50 minutes on the highest, recharges in ~2.5 hours, and includes a stand and travel pouch; however it’s loud at higher speeds and can block intake when held, making it best for outdoor use or sale-priced purchases rather than being a must-buy.

via Mashable|

#battery-life #bladeless #dyson

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Tiny switch-flipping bot becomes a roach-fighting sidekick

Verge tests the USB-C SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable, a tiny robotic arm that attaches to a switch and physically presses or pulls it to automate devices; it can be controlled via SwitchBot Hub with Alexa/Google Assistant and, once installed (which may take some trial and error), reliably performs actions from across the room—helpful for turning on lights and deterring roaches—though the rechargeable battery lasts about six months per daily trigger and installation isn’t plug-and-play.

via The Verge|

#gadget-review #home-automation #robotic-arm

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

Snap Specs Prove AR Glasses Can Be More Hype Than Help

At Cannes Lions, a reporter tests Snap’s AR glasses, Snap Specs, which overlay AI-generated celebrity portraits onto paintings. The experience is heavy (132 grams, $2,195), clunky (it stops if you move your head), and largely mirrors long-standing museum-brand demos rather than a practical product. AI face replacements and overlaid visuals feel surface-level and imperfect, while privacy concerns loom. Investors are skeptical, and the overall takeaway is that the glasses are expensive, uncomfortable, and largely unconvincing as a real-world device.

via 404 Media|

#augmented-reality #gadget-review #privacy-concerns