Bang & Olufsen’s E6 inject sleeker style into sporty wireless headphones
Does the world need another pair of wireless sports headphones? Danish luxury audio brand Bang & Olufsen thinks so, and after some hands-on time, we're inclined to agree.
The $1,100 Acer Swift is the lightest 15-inch laptop ever made
Acer came to IFA 2018 with a number of new laptops, the most interesting of which is the lightest 15-inch laptop ever made. At just 2.2 pounds, the $1,100 laptop is not only incredibly light, it's also packing the newest Intel processors, thinned-out bezels, and built-in 4G LTE. All that makes for one of the most exciting laptops from IFA 2018.
Designed to engulf players, Acer’s Predator Thronos is a titan of a gaming chair
Part of Acer’s gaming lineup during the IFA 2018 convention is the Predator Thronos Gaming Chair. Although the name resembles that of an evil, world-killing villain, this chair is just as titanic in nature as it cradles the player while simultaneously wielding three monitors and a tower desktop.
Acer OJO 500 Windows Mixed Reality headset lets you straddle real, virtual worlds
The OJO 500 is Acer's latest Windows Mixed Reality headset, boasting some unique design features. The OJO 500 comes with a detachable design, washable head straps, and a new sound pipe audio system that helps keep you aware of your surroundings in the real world while you venture into the virtual world.
Acer targets gamers with new color-rich 4K Predator and Nitro monitors
Acer has taken the wraps off of four new gaming monitors across the Predator and Nitro line. The two flagship monitors each support 4K UHD panels, 144Hz response rates, wide color gamut displays, and HDR colors. The Predator comes with Nvidia G-Sync support, while the Nitro series uses AMD's FreeSync.
Audio-Technica’s first true wireless in-ears lead exciting new announcements
Audio-Technica announced a large selection of new headphones, with a focus on Bluetooth technology. The headline products are AT's first true wireless in-ears. It has launched a pair for every day, and for sports wear. These are joined by three other Bluetooth headphones, and a high quality wired pair.
Dell’s new 27-inch ultrathin display is less than a quarter-inch thick
Dell's new S2719DC 27-inch Ultrathin monitor is something to behold. At just 5.5mm at its thinnest, with a low-profile frame and a USB-C connection, it could help declutter a desk at home or in the office. It also has a wide color gamut, HDR support, and a brightness of 600 nits.
Dell’s XPS 13 just got less expensive thanks to Intel’s 8th-Gen Core i3 processor
Dell refreshed a number of its consumer laptops at IFA, and the flagship XPS 13 just became a little more affordable thanks to the inclusion of Intel's 8th-Generation Core i3 processor. Dell is also bringing Intel's latest 8th-Generation processor to the convertible XPS 13 2-in-1.
Dell’s new Inspiron 2-in-1 PCs, premium Inspiron 2-in-1 Chromebook debut at IFA
Dell headed to the IFA 2018 convention in Berlin with lots of new products in tow, including new Inspiron 7000 and 5000 2-in1s. The company also introduced a new Inspiron-branded 2-in-1 based on Google’s Chrome OS platform. All three families stem from eighth-generation Intel Core processors.
Intel’s latest 8th-gen mobile processors improve battery life and performance
Intel is targeting mobile PCs, including laptops and convertible form factors, with its newest additions to the 8th-generation processor family. Intel unveiled its U-Series Whiskey Lake and Y-Series Amber Lake processors, bringing faster connectivity and better battery life to mobile devices.
IFA 2018: 8K TV, AI everything, and more trends we expect to see
Europe's biggest technology show is starting, and this is a year you will not want to miss. We've rounded up the trends and secrets you need to know ahead of IFA's official launch later this week. From 8K TVs to robot wearables, we've got it all right here.
LG wants to keep your vino cool with new Signature series wine cellar
At IFA 2018, LG introduced a new wine cellar capable of storing 65 bottles of your favorite wine. The appliance comes equipped with a smart sensor that opens the door with the swipe of a foot. It's expected to become available for consumers in the coming months at a yet unknown price.
How LG built its Signature appliances to solve problems you didn’t know you had
Ever look at your appliance and marvel over how manufacturers thought of including a certain feature or look? We got a behind-the-scenes look at LG Appliances in South Korea, where we learned about how LG’s Signature line was created. The ideas didn’t come from engineers, but from people like you.
Shape-shifting Electrolux Pure F9 cordless vacuum cleaner adjusts to the job
Electrolux introduced the Pure F9 cordless vacuum cleaner with an easy-to-shift body unit that accommodates any cleaning task. Claiming the battery lasts long enough to do a full house, Electrolux said the Pure F9 automatically adjusts vacuum force based on surfaces. Consumer input inspired the Pure F9.
Samsung may launch its first 8K TVs this year, but will the U.S. get them?
Samsung has announced that it plans to launch two ranges of 8K TVs, complete with a 120 Hz refresh rate and “next-gen” HDR. One range is set to debut in 2019 while the other could launch later this year, but maybe not in the U.S. A banner displayed in Berlin suggests the TVs may be unveiled at IFA.
LG’s Tone series of wearable audio gear gets smarter with Google Assistant
It seems that Google Assistant is coming to everything, from smart speakers to soundbars, and now it’s coming to LG’s popular Tone series, specifically in the new LG Tone Platinum SE in-ear headphones, launching along with the LG Tone Ultra SE, which features an external speaker.
Huawei Watch 3: Everything we know
A new patent filing from Huawei hints at a smartwatch with space to store a pair of true wireless earbuds -- meaning that you'd always have your earbuds with you when you're on the go. Is this the Huawei Watch 3?
Lenovo’s Yoga Book with the cool touch keyboard may get a follow-up this fall
A new listing on the Bluetooth SIG website shows that Lenovo is working on a second-generation Yoga Book 2-in-1. The original launched in August 2016 packing Windows 10 Pro or Android, and a unique secondary touchscreen that can serve as a smartphone-like touch-based keyboard, or as a drawing pad.
How to buy the LG V30 unlocked, and on every carrier
Wondering how to buy the LG V30? Check out our complete guide to pricing and availability of LG's newest flagship.
Work up a sweat with Samsung’s Gear Sport, IconX earbuds, and Gear Fit2 Pro
Samsung's Gear Sport is a cross between a smartwatch and fitness tracker, and it's not the only wearable in the company's lineup.
Caterpillar’s rugged Cat S31 and Cat S41 smartphones can take a beating
Construction company Caterpillar Industrial announced phones just as durable as its forklifts at IFA 2017: The Cat S31 and Cat S41.
Want to see galaxies in full color from your backyard? Check out this telescope
The Unistellar telescope enhances the image of objects in the sky by accumulating and amplifying the light that they’re emitting.
Moto X4 Android Smartphone: News, Specs, Pricing, and More
The Moto X returns. The new Moto X4 features an all-glass design, a Snapdragon 630, and nifty software features.
With the TicHome Mini, you can take Google Assistant with you anywhere
You don't need a Google Home or a Pixel phone to take your Google Assistant everywhere you go. Meet the new TicHome Mini.
Here are the headphones that thrilled our ears at IFA 2017
The IFA technology show always showcases new headphones, and it was no different this year. Here are our favorite headphones from IFA 2017.
Close to the Metal Episode 54: ‘Destiny 2’ on PC, VR headsets, and IFA news
On this week's Close to the Metal we discuss Destiny 2's release, and the latest laptop designs from IFA 2017.
Wine taste bad? The temperature may be to blame, but this gadget can help
With the Kelvin K2 Smart Wine Monitor you can find the right temperature for your bottle and get an alert on your phone when it's ready.
Digitize your physical drawings in real time with the Slate 2+ from Iskn
French startup Iskn has announced the Slate 2+ at IFA 2017, a device that can digitize physical drawings in real time.
The ‘e-skin’ connected shirt promises to turn your body into a controller
With this connected shirt, researchers have turned the human body into a controller for virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences.
Sharp home appliance lineup at IFA includes washer that auto-dispenses detergent
The lineup of Sharp home appliances at IFA 2017 includes an auto-dispensing laundry detergent washing machine and a dishwasher that can finish a load in less than 20 minutes
Here are the 10 best mobile accessories of IFA 2017
We spent hours pounding the halls of the Messe in Berlin to uncover the best mobile accessories of IFA 2017, so here they are.
Three new Sennheiser in-ear models make ground sound portable
Three new Sennheiser in-ear models have been announced, ranging from banded Bluetooth earbuds to wired, audiophile-grade headphones.
No, it’s not cuddly, but the Pup scanner makes document scanning painless
You can scan anything from a business card to a book to an A3 poster with the Pup scanner, and it only takes seconds to crop and upload.
State-of-the-art scanning technique digitizes humans, sticks them in VR
Scientists at Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute have developed a state-of-the-art scanning technique to digitize a person for VR.