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I used two of the year’s oddest tech gadgets so you don’t have to

You can buy a smartwatch and a phone that have true wireless earbuds hidden inside. Sadly, neither are very good, and this bizarre trend has had its day.
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The Morning After: Our favorite small kitchen gadgets

As we wrap up our Cooking Week on Engadget, my purchase of a milk frother is just one part of the Engadget team’s surprisingly broad selection of essential small kitchen gadgets — big spenders can scroll down to Breville’s bonkers induction cooker.

But back to me: Nespresso’s Barista Recipe Maker heats and froths your milk (or milk alternative) simply to upgrade your espressos or moka coffees into flat whites, cappuccinos and more. I’ve owned mine for a couple of years, and I love how easy it is to clean. The spin mechanism is magnet-based, too, so it’s less likely to break and should last plenty of summers filled with iced macchiatos.

We’re also cheerleading digital scales, a not-so-digital Microplane and some other coffee-making upgrades. For all the other kitchen-centric stories this week, you can find them here.

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The villain in Reddit’s GameStop investor saga is shutting down

Melvin Capital couldn’t survive the meme stock wars.

Melvin Capital, the hedge fund considered the nemesis of the meme stock affair encompassing GameStop, Blackberry and several others, is shutting down. Investors were told the “appropriate next step” after steep losses was to liquidate assets and return cash to investors. Its public bet against GameStop and other struggling companies made it one of the largest victims of a GameStop-centric investing spree by people coordinating across Reddit and social networks. As a result, the fund reported a 53 percent loss in January 2021.

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Roku teams up for its first outdoor TV

The 55-inch Element Roku TV is coming to Walmart.com for $ 1,300.

Roku has joined forces with Element to create a 55-inch outdoor TV, the companies announced. The Element Roku TV looks nigh-on identical to Element’s existing 55-inch Patio TV, just with a different OS. It offers a good but not spectacular 700 nits of brightness, along with 4K streaming and HDR. More importantly, though, it has tempered anti-glare glass to combat reflections and IP55 weather protection.

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Tesla Autopilot under investigation following crash that killed three people

US safety regulators are now probing more than 30 incidents.

Another Federal probe into Tesla’s Autopilot system is underway. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is looking into more than 30 incidents involving Tesla’s Autopilot.

This follows an accident with a Model S, which occurred on May 12th in Newport Beach’s Mariners Mile strip. The EV reportedly struck a curb and ran into construction equipment, killing all three occupants. Three construction workers were also sent to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police declined to say whether Tesla’s Autopilot was involved.

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HP’s premium laptop revamp includes more OLED displays and new CPUs

Most Envy and Spectre notebooks are getting refreshed specs and features

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HP is bringing upgrades and updates across practically all of its premium notebooks, including clamshells and 2-in-1s. The two stars of the updated Envy line are the Envy x360 13.3-inch and the Envy 16-inch. There are OLED display options for both, and all of the new Envy laptops are also getting upgraded 5-megapixel webcams with head tracking and beamforming mics to help you look and sound your best during video calls. You even get native handwriting recognition and a hidden magnetic stylus mount on the side of the system.  

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Breville’s PolyScience Control Freak is a pricey yet precise induction cooktop

Also, it’s $ 1,500.

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Whether it’s a single burner or a full cooktop, induction tops heat faster than regular stovetops and offer more precise temperature control. Yes, yes, you can get a standalone burner for under $ 100, but there’s also Breville’s PolyScience Control Freak: a $ 1,500 induction device that reaches exact temps quickly and holds them there. The burner has a temperature range of 86 to 482 degrees Fahrenheit (30 to 250 Celsius). This gives you the option of everything from low-heat slow cooking to high-temp searing. We had to try it.

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The current-gen version of ‘The Witcher 3’ is now slated to arrive in late 2022

After many delays on what is a pretty old game.

The long-awaited PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt once again has a release window. The new edition, which is also coming to PC, is expected to arrive in the last three months of the year, according to CD Projekt Red. It will be a free upgrade if you own the respective last-gen version on PC, PS4 or Xbox One.

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The 20 most outrageous and fantastic James Bond gadgets of all time

To celebrate the release of James Bond 25, No Time to Die, we’ve rounded up the 20 most wonderfully ridiculous Bond gadgets of all time from the franchise.
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Here’s a list of portable tech gadgets you’ll want to use every day

If you’re looking for portable tech to keep you charged up while on the go (or for some great small gift ideas), we’ve rounded up a bunch of must-have gadgets. You’ll find everything from a Tesla Coil rechargeable lighter to a folding Bluetooth keyboard.
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Check out these 6 weird gadgets you can buy right now

Maybe you’re looking for something fun and exciting, but you’re tired of buying cases, portable batteries, or video games. It’s easy to spice things up these days, and there’s a ton of weird devices and accessories you can buy that’ll definitely catch some compliments and questions from your friends. We’ve rounded up some of our […]

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New Google Home app hints at dark mode and some upcoming gadgets from Google

Google’s latest version of the Google Home app is hinting at a few upcoming things on both the software and hardware side of things, including dark mode making its way to the hub app, plus a brand new device that might be coming soon. We’ve heard a few rumors about another Google Home-style device, so […]

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Luxury resort bans gadgets at swimming pool to create guest ‘haven’

Look, as great as it is to have all these fancy laptops and smartphones around us, sometimes we can become too attached to them. And when you're on vacation, you just have to find a way to break free from technology. That's why a luxury resort in Bal…
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[Sponsored] Bestek’s massive Price Cut Sale knocks some gadgets down to just $0.01 with a social twist

Bestek’s latest promotion can potentially sell you some new gadgets for just a penny. I get it, that sounds like a stretch, but if you’ve got some friends that would be willing to help you out, you legitimately can get a new charger, HDMI switcher, or whatever else for basically free. Read on to find […]

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The worst gadgets of 2017

2017 was not a great year, to say the least. And it wasn't just the weekly political dramas, sexual harassment scandals or a massive security breach that affected nearly half the population that had us down. There was also a slew of terrible consumer…
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[Sponsored] Shop thousands of phones, gadgets, and devices from Tomtop

If you’re in the market for just about anything, you’ll want to check out Tomtop. They offer a little bit of everything, from electronics and gadgets to clothes and musical instruments. Whatever it is you’re shopping for, whether that’s a present for someone else, something for your house, or just a new device to play […]

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5 of our favorite mad gadgets from the London Wearable Technology Show

We spent time on the show floor at the recent London Wearable Technology show, finding the most unusual, fun, different, and downright mad new gadgets on display. Here are our five favorites from the show.

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Got a Benjamin to burn? Here are our 17 favorite gadgets under $100

A $ 100 bill can get you further than you might think, that is, so long as you know where to look. Check out our favorite tech for under $ 100, whether you’re in the market for a walnut-accented pair of headphones or a virtual reality headset.

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Which gadgets to buy refurbished, how to buy them, and where

Electronics can be expensive — after all, cutting-edge specs come at a price. Here, we take a look at what refurbished means, what devices you should buy refurbished, and which outlets offer the deepest discounts.

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Clear some counter space for these 5 great kitchen gadgets for under $50

You don’t need to spend your entire paycheck to outfit your kitchen with some of the latest-and-greatest tech. Here are some of the best devices to be had for under $ 50, whether you’re a rice junkie or a wine lover.

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Bags with brains: Smart luggage and gadgets are making travel smoother

The bag you use to tote your stuff can affect the experience of any trip. Suitcases are wising up, and there are options for smart luggage with scales, tracking, and more.

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Six energy-harvesting gadgets powered by people

By Cat DiStasio People power is perhaps one of the world's greatest untapped sources of renewable energy. Smart devices that harness kinetic energy from everyday human activities help the environment in more ways than one. By turning motion into use…
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6 jaw-dropping gadgets we loved at CES Asia (and your chances of buying them)

With hundreds of companies exhibiting thousands of products to hundreds of thousands of attendees, there’s a lot to see at Shanghai’s CES Asia. Here’s the real gems of the show — technology we’re dying to get our hands on, or in some cases, praying it makes it into a purchasable form.

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Spring back faster with 7 gadgets that speed your workout recovery

Nothing puts a cramp in your gym style like an actual cramp. Here’s some of the best gear for shortening your recovery times, whether you prefer an electric muscle stimulator or cold wraps and insoles.

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Tech me beautiful: Gadgets that promise to make your skin look great

At CES 2016, there was a beauty tech summit, with lots of gadgets on display. Many purport to improve skin appearance, while others just want to show you what you look like with makeup on.

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These 9 gadgets will improve your music, translate speech, and more

We scoured the halls of CES this year for the coolest accessories we could find. This list’s the result: a charger that runs on salt and water, a dongle that improves your music, and more.

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These gadgets and fashion in Spectre let you live out the fantasy of being 007

Looking extremely stylish is par for the course for James Bond. If you’d like a taste of the 007 lifestyle, check out our Spectre gear guide for the latests gadgets and fashion.

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Poros travel bags charge your gadgets on the go

Seattle-based Poros offers hand luggage featuring internal chargers for your mobile phones or tablets. They are approved for air travel and can hold laptops, books, clothing and more. Three distinct designs are available, including duffel and briefcase styles.

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Genius or insane? 5 new gadgets that test the boundaries

Are these devices clever, vital new tech, or slightly crazy and possibly pointless? Step inside for a closer look and decide which side of the genius/insane line they fall.

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14 genius gadgets to keep you charged on the go

There are a ton of charging options available, from the palm-sized battery packs to candle-powered accessories. Here are a few of our current favorites, whether you need something for your work commute or a month-long bicycle trek.

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