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Space.com rounds up free aurora livestreams from around the world (Abisko, Levi, Spåkenes, Reykjavík, Northumberland, Fairbanks) so you can watch the northern lights from home via webcams, with visibility depending on weather and solar activity.
Insta360 has released two AI-powered 4K webcams, the Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro, featuring a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor with HDR and dual native ISO for better low-light performance. The Link 2 Pro adds a 2-axis gimbal for AI-assisted tracking, while the Link 2C Pro is fixed. Both offer four microphone pickup modes, gesture controls, True Focus autofocus, and a Natural Bokeh mode, plus modes for Smart Whiteboard, DeskView, green screen, and virtual backgrounds, along with Insta360 InSight AI meeting assistant. They’re priced at $250 (Pro) and $200 (C Pro) and are available now.
Insta360 announced Pro upgrades to its Link 2 and Link 2C webcams, packing larger 1/1.3-inch sensors and improved AI noise reduction. The Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro cost $249.99 and $199.99 respectively (up from $199 and $149) and max out at 4K/30fps (or 1080p/60fps); the Pro model adds a two-axis gimbal for the higher-end version while the 2C Pro relies on software tracking.
JBL's retro-inspired Authentics speakers, featuring simultaneous Google Assistant and Alexa support, are currently on sale for up to $150 off, with the Authentics 200 at $274.95, Authentics 300 at $349.95, and Authentics 500 at $549.95. Opal's Tadpole webcam, designed for laptops, is on sale for $129, offering improved image quality and a travel-friendly design. Additionally, JBL Tour Pro 2 earbuds are available for $199.95, Sony's WH-1000XM5s for $328, Anker's 321 Power Strip for $14.96, and Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air for $999 at Best Buy.
Mystery hunters have gathered at Loch Ness in Scotland to search for evidence of the mythical Loch Ness Monster. The Loch Ness Center is leading the two-day survey, utilizing thermal-imaging drones, infrared cameras, and hydrophones to detect underwater sounds. Volunteers are also participating by scanning the water from boats and the lakeshore, while webcams allow people from around the world to join in. Despite skepticism, the legend of the Loch Ness Monster continues to captivate and inspire enthusiasts.
Gizmodo has released its Back to School 2023 Guide, highlighting essential tech gear for students. The guide includes recommendations for laptops, such as the Apple MacBook Air and Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1, budget phones like the iPhone SE and Samsung Galaxy A14, an E Ink screen for reading textbooks and taking notes with the Amazon Kindle Scribe, a reliable printer like the Brother HL-L2370DW, and a webcam upgrade with the Logitech C920S. Additionally, for budget PC gaming, the Valve Steam Deck is recommended as a portable and affordable option.