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technology14 days ago•12 min saved

Costco's Summer Gadget Guide: 6 Worth It Picks and 5 Passes

Costco’s May 2026 round-up highlights six portable entertainment gadgets to buy (iPad Pro 13-inch with 1TB, Hisense C2 Pro portable projector bundle with screen and JBL audio, Antigravity A1 8K 360 drone with 360 Immersive Vision goggles, Nintendo Switch 2 with 256GB microSD Express and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, SpyraGO Premium Electric Water Blaster, National Geographic Junior Metal Detector Treasure Kit) and five to skip (Sony PlayStation Portal Remote Player Bundle, Pioneer PSX615 all-in-one party speaker, HoverAir X1 ProMax 8K Self-Flying Camera, Singing Machine Ultimate Karaoke Party System, Meta Quest 3). The guide emphasizes genuine portability, practical use, and Costco perks (like easier returns), with recommendations backed by expert reviews and a May 2026 methodology window.

via SlashGear|

#costco #drones #gaming

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Shining Bright: The Indiglo Button's Illuminating Power"

In 1992, Timex introduced the Indiglo technology, a push-button system that illuminated small displays with a soothing sea-green glow, revolutionizing portable electronics. Despite its stiff buttons, Indiglo's low power consumption and otherworldly glow made it a hit, leading to its licensing to other companies. While screens with LED lighting and self-lit OLED pixels are now common, Indiglo remains a standard feature on watches, showcasing its enduring impact on technology.

via The Verge|

#electroluminescence #gadgets #indiglo

automotive-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Kia's Genius Cabin Feature: A Steal-Worthy Innovation for Automakers.

Kia's 2023 Niro Hybrid has USB charging ports built into the seats, making them easily accessible for both front and back passengers. The USB ports are located just behind the side bolsters of the front seats, eliminating the need to dig around low down to plug in. The Niro Hybrid has a total of five USB ports with a mixture of USB-A and USB-C. This small but thoughtful detail makes the vehicle more passenger-friendly and easier to live with, especially for those who rely on portable electronics while on the road.

via SlashGear|

#automotive-technology #cabin-design #kia