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The world of new tech and gadgets is fast-moving and non-stop. It seems like every month, every week and even every day, something new and exciting gets announced. From hi-fi headphones to the latest Sonos speakers, bookshelf speakers to gorgeous (and huge) TVs, the newest Apple gadgets to noise-canceling wireless earbuds — the sheer volume of new products can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re aiming to make it just a bit easier.
Below, we’ve rounded up the best new tech and gadgets that been announced thus far in 2023. We’ll be regularly updating this post with the coolest new gadgets that you should keep on your radar, so stay tuned for more as the year goes on.
Last updated: August 11, 2023
August
The Best New Tech Gear of August 2023
Astell&Kern UW100 MK II
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Astell&Kern’s second-generation wireless earbuds, the UW100 MK II, look almost identical and cost the same as their 2022-released processors. The difference is that they have improved sound and battery life, and they come in a significantly smaller charging case.
Price: $299
WiiM Pro Plus
www.amazon.com
The WiiM Pro Plus is the successor to the WiiM Pro that was released earlier this year. The “Plus” does pretty much the same thing — it hooks up to your old audio system and allows you to stream to it in a multitude of ways — but boasts upgraded internals for streaming lossless audio (up to 32-bit/192kHz).
Price: $219
LG Signature OLED M (model 97M3)
www.lg.com
The LG Signature OLED M is the company’s super high-end OLED TV that’s almost completely wireless. There’s a separate box that houses all your sources (such as cable box and gaming consoles) and then streams it to the TV. The absolutely huge 93-inch TV has an equally huge price tag.
Price: $30,000
ESR 25W 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe
www.amazon.com
ESR’s newest MagSafe 3-in-1 charging station can wirelessly charge the latest iPhone (at its full 15-watt potential) along with your AirPods and Apple Watch. It’s integrated with the company’s CryoBoost cooling technology to make sure your device don’t overheat, too.
Price: $120
Audioengine N22 (2nd Gen)
www.audioengine.com
Audioengine finally released a second-generation version of its N22 desktop and headphone amplifier (which has been around since 2010). The new model has a refreshed design, upgraded internals and adds built-in Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity. It’s also more expensive.
Price: $269
Marshall Studio JTM
www.marshall.com
Marshall’s new vintage-inspired amplifiers pay homage to its legendary JTM45 tube amp from the 1960s. The Studio JTM range consists of four models — 20-watt head and 20-watt combo amps, and 1 x 12” and 2 x 12” cabinets — all of which are more compact and lightweight than the original.
Price: $1,480+
DJI Osmo Action 4
www.store.dji.com
DJI’s newest flagship action camera, the Osmo Action 4, has a larger sensor – now 1/1.3-inch image sensor — and promises better low-light performance. Compared to the Osmo Action 3, the “4” also has a slightly more durable design and $70 more expensive price tag.
Price: $399
Belkin BoostCharge Pro
www.amazon.com
Belkin has quite a few MagSafe chargers in its BoostCharge line. The newest addition, the BoostCharge Pro, is a 2-in-1 wireless charging pad that rests flat on your desk and can simultaneously charge your iPhone and AirPods (with a wireless charging case).
Price: $80
Twelve South Curve SE
www.twelvesouth.com
Twelve South released a more affordable version of its popular Curve laptop stand. It’s looks almost identical to the Curve, but it has a three-piece design that snaps together (instead of a one piece design) and only comes in one silver finish.
Price: $40
Wyze Battery Cam Pro
www.wyze.com
The Wyze Battery Cam Pro is a battery-powered smart home camera with a unique feature: it’s capable of continuous recording even when running solely on battery. So if your power goes out, the camera won’t miss a beat (until its battery needs recharging).
Price: $94+
July
The Best New Tech Gear of July 2023
Sony WF-1000XM5
www.amazon.com
The Sony WF-1000XM5 are the company’s new flagship noise-canceling wireless earbuds. Compared to their predecessors, the Sony gave the XM5s better noise cancellation, better sound and better call clarity. Each earbud is actually 25 percent smaller, so they fit more comfortably in your ears.
Price: $300
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
www.samsung.com
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the fifth-generation foldable smartphone in Samsung’s “Flip” series. Samsung gave it a bunch of internal upgrades, but the biggest physical change is that the small cover screen on the front of the smartphone is 3.78-times bigger than the one on last year’s Flip 4. Available for preorder now.
Price: $1,000
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
www.samsung.com
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the newest foldable smartphone in Samsung’s higher-end and more-productivity-focused Fold series. It’s not that much different than last year’s Fold 4, but it has upgraded internals and a slimmer, lighter and more pocketable design. Available for preorder now.
Price: $1,800
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
www.samsung.com
The Galaxy Watch 6 is the next generation of last year’s Galaxy Watch 5. It has a larger and brighter display, slimmer bezels, larger batteries, faster charging capabilities and a couple of new health and wellness features. It’s available in 40mm and 44mm sizes.
Price: $330
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic
www.samsung.com
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is essentially a larger version of the Galaxy Watch 6 — it’s available in 43mm and 47mm sizes. The other standout difference is that it has a physical rotating bezel, which used to be a signature feature for Samsung smartwatches.
Price: $400+
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Series
www.samsung.com
Samsung introduced its next-generation line of Android tablets. Like last year, there are three options in the Tab S9 Series — the Tab S9 (11″), the Tab S9 Plus (12.4″) and the Tab S9 Ultra (14.6″) — but the big update is that they all have the same AMOLED displays, even the most entry-level model.
Price: $800 (S9); $1,000 (S9+); $1,200 (S9 Ultra)
Fluance RT81+
www.fluance.com
The Fluance RT81+ is an upgraded version of the company’s RT81. It has a slightly more contemporary design with the same built-in preamp, but the “+” version has updated cartridge (Audio Technica VM95E) and an anti-resonant platter. It costs an $50.
Price: $300
Yamaha SR-B30A
usa.yamaha.com
The Yamaha SR-B30A is a new affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar. It’s a pretty simple plug-and-play soundbar that’s designed for people wanting immersive sound for their smaller TV. It supports Bluetooth, but not Wi-Fi streaming.
Price: $280
Beats Studio Pro
www.amazon.com
The Beats Studio Pro are the first flagship wireless noise-canceling over-ear headphones that the company has released in nearly six years. They have a familiar design, but a lot have new custom drivers, more powerful mics and a bunch of new features that make them work well with iPhones.
Price: $350
Samsung ViewFinity S9
www.samsung.com
Announced at CES earlier this year, the Samsung ViewFinity S9 will finally be available in the states this August. It’s a 27-inch smart monitor that delivers a 5K picture and comes integrated with Tizen OS. It costs exactly the same as Apple’s 27-inch Studio Display.
Price: $1,599
Nomad ChargeKey
www.nomadgoods.com
Nomad has introduced a modern version of its classic ChargeKey (which it hasn’t made for years). It’s a pocketable charging cable that’s designed to fit on your keychain and charge your devices (with the help of a power adapter). It’s available in two models: USB-C to USB-C or Lighting to USB-C.
Price: $25 (USB-C); $35 (Lightning)
Beyerdynamic Blue Byrd ANC
$99.00
Beyerdynamic announced new neckband-style wireless in-ear headphones with active noise-cancellation. The Blue Byrd ANC has an IPX4 water-resistance rating, charges via USB-C and supports AAC and AptX Adaptive codecs.
Price: $149
Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station
Plugable
amazon.com
Plugable’s newest docking station, the USB4, is unique because it allows you to connect compatible laptops to two external 4K monitors, both running at a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s designed to work with PC laptops running Windows 10 or newer.
Price: $199
Nothing Phone (2)
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The Nothing Phone (2) is the company’s first Android smartphone to be available in the States. It looks very similar to its predecessor, last year’s Phone (1), but boasts higher-end specs and an upgraded and more customizable LED lighting notification system on its back.
Price: $599+
Sony A6700
www.sony.com
The Sony A6700 is the company’s new flagship APS-C mirrorless camera (and the first APS-C camera that Sony has released in years). The 26-megapixel camera is optimized for vlogging thanks to its small body, advanced autofocus system and ability to shoot 4K video at 120fps.
Price: $1,400+
Samsung OLED S90C 4K TV (83″ Model)
www.samsung.com
Samsung has introduced an 83-inch model of its affordable S90C line of OLED TVs. In fact, the S90C is Samsung’s only line of OLED TVs that comes in a 83-inch size. You’ll be able to pick one up for just over $5K.
Price: $5,300
Yamaha True X Series
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Yamaha has introduced the True X Series of soundbars and wireless surround sound speakers. There are two True X 50A and the more affordable True X 40A, both of which support Dolby Atmos as well as a multitude of wireless streaming capabilities.
Price: $700 (50A); $500 (40A)
Nothing Ear (2) Black
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The Nothing Ear (2) are the company’s higher-end wireless earbuds with active noise-cancellation. Their unique see-through design and relatively affordable price make them unique. This week, Nothing announced an all-black model.
Price: $149
Linn Sondek LP12-50
www.linn.co.uk
The Sondek LP12-50 is a special edition turntable designed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Linn releasing its iconic Sondek LP12. The most interesting thing about it is that it’s a collaboration effort with LoveFrom, the design firm that Jony Ive founded post-Apple.
Price: $60,000
FiiO FW3
www.fiio.com
The FiiO FW3 is the company’s newest pair of wireless earbuds that are designed to bring solid sound and a relatively low price. Each earbud has a DAC-and-amp combo and they support the highest-res audio files that can play over Bluetooth, including LDAC and aptX Adaptive.
Price: $99
Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Multimedia Pro Dock
www.satechi.com
This is Satechi’s newest high-powered USB-C dock that’s aimed at creative professionals. It has 16 different ports, supports 96-watt passthrough power and can connect several external displays.
Price: $350 ($280 launch price)
Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2
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Aqara announced its first smart sensor designed to work with Matter smart homes. It has a two-piece magnetic design and is primed to be placed on a door or window. It has a programmable button and does not need a separate hub to work.
Price: $30
Montblanc MTB 03
www.montblanc.com
Montblanc is best known for its luxury pen and high-end watches, but it’s decided to get into the wireless earbud game. The MTB 03 is the company’s first pair of wireless earbuds. They boast active noise-cancellation, wireless charging and a glossy finish.
Price: $395
June
The Best New Tech Gear of June 2023
Insta360 Go 3
store.insta360.com
The Go 3 is Insta360’s newest action camera — and it’s actually a two piece modular system. There’s a thumb-sized camera that pops out of a rectangular body (called the “Action Pod”) with a viewfinder. You can attach the Go 3 onto a mount or item of clothing and then view what it’s capturing on the viewfinder.
Price: $379
Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series Diamond Signature Loudspeakers
www.bowerswilkins.com
The British audio company added two new Signature speakers to its ultra high-line of 800 Series loudspeakers. There’s the 801 D4 floorstanding speakers and 805 D4 stand-mounted speakers. B&W have given these new models upgraded crossovers, bracing technologies and improved drivers too.
Price: $50,000 (floorstanding); $12,000/pair (stand-mounts)
Skullcandy Ounce
www.skullcandy.com
Skullcandy announced a new line of rugged portable Bluetooth speakers. There are eight speakers in total, ranging from $30 to $80. The “Ounce” is the smallest and most affordable of the company’s new offerings.
Price: $30
Skullcandy Terrain
www.skullcandy.com
The Terrain (pictured) and Terrain XL are the two largest of the eight portable Bluetooth speakers that Skullcandy announced this week. They both have an IPX7 water-resistance rating and charge via USB-C.
Price: $60 (Terrain); $80 (Terrain XL)
TP-Link Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug (TP15)
www.tp-link.com
TP-Link announced a little smart plug that is fully certified to work with Matter, meaning it’s pretty much guaranteed to work with your current smart home ecosystem. It also has a side button for manually powering on/off whatever is plugged into it.
Price: $20
WiiM Wake-Up Light
www,wiimhome.com
This is a new smart sunrise alarm clock that’s unique because it also works as a full-on Echo speaker with built-in Alexa. You can set wake and sleep schedules so that the light gradually warms or cools, respectively, as well as use your voice to request songs from Spotify or Amazon Music.
Price: $129
Google Pixel Tablet
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Announced last fall, Google’s first tablet in years is finally available. It’s an 11-inch Android tablet that’s powered by the same chip (Tensor G2) that’s in the Pixel 7 smartphone. It’s unique amongst tablets, however, because it works with a speaker hub that turns it into a full-fledged smart display that responds to “Hey Google” voice commands.
Price: $499
Denon PerL Pro
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The PerL and PerL Pro (shown) are Denon’s first wireless earbuds not under the Nura name. Both are high-end wireless earbuds that support active noise-cancellation. The “Pro” models have more powerful ANC and support higher-res streaming, but are also significantly more expensive.
Price: $199; $349 (Pro)
TCL Q6510
tcl.com
TCL officially released its 2023 line of soundbars — with TCL Q6510 (shown) being the most high-end of the bunch. It’s a 5.1-channel soundbar that comes with wireless subwoofer and two rear-channel speakers. While very affordable, none of TCL’s newest soundbars support Dolby Atmos.
Price: $280
Sennheiser All-Day Clear
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The Sennheiser All-Day Clear are the audio company’s first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. They have a slim look are are easy to set up thanks to a companion app (compatible with iPhone and Android). They promise a 16-hour battery life per earbud.
Price: $1,400+
Fujifilm Instax SQ40
instax.com
The Instax SQ40 is the company’s newest instant film camera. It has a similar vintage design flair as the Instax Mini 40, but uses larger 62 x 62mm Instax Square film. As for features, the SQ40 has an Automatic Exposure function and a new selfie mode.
Price: $150
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
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The Soundcore Liberty 4 NC are Anker’s new wireless earbuds that cost just $100 yet promise some pretty premium features, including active noise-cancellation, support for LDAC high-resolution audio files and a wireless charging case.
Price: $100
Satechi Triple 4K Display Docking Station
satechi.net
Satechi’s newest docking allows you to connect your M1- or M2-powered MacBook Air or MacBook Pro to up to three external 4K displays (each at 60Hz). It also adds a bunch of extra ports for peripherals and delivers 100-watts of passthrough power.
Price: $299
Anker Nebula Mars 3
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The Nebula Mars 3 is a portable projector that’s designed for outdoor viewing. It has a really bright (1,000-lumen) bulb so that it can deliver a 1080p picture (up to 150-inches) even when it’s not pitch black outside. It’s primed for backyard movie nights.
Price: $1,099
Nomad Base
nomadgoods.com
The Nomad Base is a wireless charger designed for the latest iPhones. It’s identical to the company’s Base One but $30 cheaper because it won’t charge your iPhone quite as fast — it maxes out at 7.5-watts instead of 15-watts over MagSafe.
Price: $70
Nomad Stand
nomadgoods.com
The Stand is a more affordable version of Nomad’s Stand One. It’s exactly the same, but is “MagSafe compatible” instead of “Made for MagSafe” meaning it’ll charge your iPhone a little bit slower — it maxes out at 7.5-watts instead of 15-watts over MagSafe.
Price: $80
Skullcandy Rail ANC
skullcandy.com
The Skullcandy Rail ANC are budget-friendly noise-canceling wireless earbuds. They have a wireless charging case, an IPX4 water-resistance rating (so they’re safe to workout with) and are integrated with support for Tile tracking.
Price: $100
Apple Vision Pro
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Apple’s first AR headset, the Vision Pro, is effectively a standalone Mac for your face. It has high-resolution displays, a bunch of built-in cameras and sensors (so it doesn’t require any extra hardware for controls), and it’s designed as the computer of the future. It’ll be available in early 2024.
Price: $3,499
15-inch M2 MacBook Air
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The 15-inch MacBook Air is almost identical to the 13-inch MacBook Air that was released last summer. It is decked out with the same M2 chip, has the same design (including MagSafe charging) and comes in the same colors. It’s just got a bigger screen. But it’s a big deal because it’s the first-ever 15-inch MacBook Air.
Price: $1,299+
Mac Pro (M2 Max and M2 Ultra)
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Apple hadn’t updated the Mac Pro, its high-end tower workstation designed for professionals, since 2019. That changed this week. The newest Mac Pro looks identical to its predecessor, except it’s now updated with Apple silicone instead of Intel. You can purchase the new Mac Pro with either M2 Max or M2 Ultra chipsets.
Price: $6,999+
Mac Studio (M2 Max and M2 Ultra)
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Apple has updated its Mac Studio with its newer and more powerful M2 Max and M2 Ultra chips. It offers a cheaper alternative to the super high-end Mac Pro. It has the same design as the M1-versions that were announced last year.
Price: $1,999+
Western Digital Expansion Cards for Xbox Series S/X
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Western Digital announced expandable cards specifically designed for the Xbox Series S and Series X consoles. Available in 512GB and 1TB capacities, the storage cards are slightly more affordable alternatives than the ones that Seagate currently offers.
Price: $80 (512GB); $150 (1TB)
Plugable USB-C Hub (USBC-HUB4A)
amazon.com
Plugable’s newest USB-C hub, the USBC-HUB4A, allows you to add four USB 3.0 ports (with 5Gbps transfer speeds) to your laptop or desktop. It costs just $13.
Price: $13
Audio-Technica AT-SB727 Sound Burger
audio-technica.com
Last year, Audio-Technica announced that it would be reviving its iconic portable turntable, the Sound Burger, from the ’80s — and it’s finally available. The new version is updated with modern conveniences, like Bluetooth connectivity and USB-C charging.
Price: $199
Meta Quest 3
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Meta released a first look of its third-generation of its VR headset, the Quest 3, which will be released in the fall. It’ll cost $499, which is $100 more expensive than the 2020-released Quest 2, but it’ll be more powerful, deliver a higher-resolution experience and be more comfortable to wear.
Price: $499
Garmin Fenix 7 Pro and Epix 2 Pro
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Garmin announced “Pro” versions of its Fenix 7 and Epix 2 multi-sport smartwatches. These higher-end models have a few new features and sensors, such as a hands-free flashlight and an improved heart rate monitor. Like before, the primary difference between the Fenix and Epix line is that the latter has a higher-end OLED display (but a shorter battery life).
Price: $800+ (Fenix 7 Pro); $900+ (Epix 2 Pro)
Logitech MX Anywhere 3S
logitech.com
The Logitech MX Anywhere 3S is the company’s newest portable wireless mouse. It looks identical to the MX Anywhere 3, but features a more accurate optical sensor and quieter buttons. It doesn’t come with a USB dongle, however, and only uses a Bluetooth connection.
Price: $80
Logitech MX Keys S
logitech.com
The Logitech MX Keys S is a refreshed version of the company’s MX Keys wireless keyboard. The “S” model has an updated function key row that adds more controls over backlighting and video conferencing.
Price: $110
Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro
wyze.com
The Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro is essentially an improved version of the previous Wyze Cam Floodlight. The “Pro” model has a higher-res camera, a wider field of view and smarter AI so that it can now better recognize people, pets and vehicles.
Price: $150
Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed
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Razer’s newest noise-canceling wireless earbuds, the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed, are specifically designed for gamers. They are THX certified, support a low-latency connection (via a USB dongle) and even have customizable RGB lighting.
Price: $200
May
The Best New Tech Gear of May 2023
Fujifilm X-S20
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The Fujifilm X-S20 is the company’s newest mirrorless camera aimed at vloggers. It’s the direct successor to the X-S10 and has the same sensor. However, it has been upgraded with a new processor — the same one that’s in the X-H2 and X-T5 — and been given a $300 price bump.
Price: $1,299 (body only)
Sony ZV-1 II
electronics.sony.com
The Sony ZV-1 II is the company’s newest compact camera aimed at vloggers. It’s essentially an upgraded version of the ZV-1, with the biggest improvement being its wider 18-50mm lens (compared to the ZV-1’s 24-70mm lens).
Price: $900
Amazon Fire Max 11
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The Fire Max 11 is a tablet with an 11-inch display — it’s the biggest tablet that Amazon has ever made. At $230, it’s essentially a more affordable alternative to the $329 10.9-inch iPad. You can buy the Fire Max 11 bundled with a magnetic keyboard and a stylus for an extra $100.
Price: $230
Leica Q3
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Leica’s newest fixed-lens full-frame digital camera is quite the update to the 2019-released Q2. The Q3 has an higher-resolution 60-megapixel sensor, support for 8K video, a hybrid autofocus system. It has radically different electronic viewfinder that flips and tilts, too.
Price: $5,995
Mophie Wireless Charging Vent Mount with MagSafe
apple.com
Mophie’s newest premium MagSafe car mount is exclusively available at Apple. It’s unique because, in addition to wirelessly charging your iPhone, it comes with an adjustable arm that you can rotate to find the ideal viewing angle. It comes with a USB-C 20-watt car adapter.
Price: $100
Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds
skullcandy.com
The biggest thing with Skullcandy’s newest wireless earbuds, the Smokin’ Buds, is that they cost just $20. They’re obviously pretty minimal when it comes to features, but they do have an IPX4-water-resistant rating, meaning they’re rugged enough to workout with.
Price: $20
Sony Project Q
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Sony didn’t officially announce a handheld gaming console designed to stream games from your PlayStation 5 — but it did confirm that it’s working on one, called Project Q, which looks like a DualSense controller with an 8-inch screen. It’s expected to be released in November.
Price: Not yet announced
Samsung M5, M7 and M8 (2023 models)
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Samsung announced its line of 2023-edition smart displays. The new M5, M7 and M8 smart monitors are designed to pull double duty as an external display for your laptop as well as function as a smart TV. The M5, M7 and M8 will be available in 27- and 32-inch models.
Price: $280+ (M5); $550+ (M7); $650+ (M8)
Beats Studio Buds +
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The Studio Buds + are essentially a newer and better version of the 2021-released Studio Buds. The “Plus” models have superior sound quality, active noise-cancellation, transparency and battery life. They also come in a cool new transparent design.
Price: $170
Teenage Engineering TP-7
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The Teenage Engineering TP-7 is a gorgeous and high-end field recorder. It looks like a cassette tape player and its standout feature is a large motorized tape reel that spins while you’re recording or playing back audio.
Price: $1,499
Dali IO-12
dali-speakers.com
The Dali IO-12 are new wireless noise-canceling headphones that cost a cool $1,499, making them easily one of the most expensive noise-canceling headphones you can buy. They can connect to an analog source via USB-C cable and play high-resolution audio (up to 24-bit/96kHz).
Price: $1,499
Amazon Echo Pop
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The Echo Pop is Amazon’s newest entry-level smart speaker. It has a new front-firing design, but with all the same Alexa capabilities as the Echo Dot. In addition to the traditional dark gray and white finishes, the Echo Pop also comes in new purple (shown) and green finishes.
Price: $40
Amazon Echo Buds (2023-Released)
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Amazon’s newest wireless earbuds are also its most affordable. These Echo Buds have a stem-shaped design (like the original AirPods). If you’re looking for more premium features, Amazon will continue to sell its higher-end Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation.
Price: $50
Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd-Gen)
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The third-generation Echo Show 5 is exactly the same as its predecessors in terms of design, capabilities and price. Amazon simply updated the internals so that the smart display has improved sound and a faster processor.
Price: $80
Cambridge Audio Evo CD
cambridgeaudio.com
The Evo CD is the British hi-fi company’s newest audio component. It’s a high-end CD transport that’s designed to match and be paired with Cambridge Audio’s Evo 75 and Evo 150 integrated amplifiers.
Price: $1,199
Goldring E4
goldring.co.uk
The E4 is Goldring’s newest moving magnet cartridge designed for audiophiles on a budget. It’s the same basic design as the right of Golding’s entry-level (or E-Series) of cartridges, but it has a new stylus that promises even more accurate performance. It also sports a new blue body.
Price: $299
Technics EAH-AZ80
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The Technics EAH-AZ80 are the company’s newest flagship pair of noise-canceling wireless earbuds — they go big on sound quality. They boast large 10mm free-edge aluminum drivers and support LDAC audio files (up to 24-bit/96kHz) when paired with a compatible smartphone.
Price: $299
Nikon Z8
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The Nikon Z8 is effectively a smaller version of the company’s Z9. The full-frame mirrorless camera has many of the same features, including the same backside-illuminated sensor and ability to shoot 8K/60fps RAW video, but it’s smaller and roughly $1,500 cheaper.
Price: $3,997+ (body only)
Audioengine D1 (2nd-Generation)
audioengine.com
Audioengine announced a second-generation version of its D1 headphone DAC/amp. The new model shares a similar look and price as its predecessor, but has upgraded internals and a new USB-C connection.
Price: $169
Asus ROG Ally
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The Asus ROG Ally is the newest handheld gaming PC and an obvious rival to the Valve Steam Deck. It has a 7-inch HD touchscreen with a 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by AMD Z1 Extreme chip. For an extra $100, you can purchase a high-end version with an AMD Z1 Extreme chip.
Price: $600+
Google Pixel Fold
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The Google Pixel Fold is the company’s first foldable smartphone. When closed, it works as a 5.8-inch smartphone. When opened, it transforms into a 7.6-inch tablet. It’s powered by the same Tensor G2 chip as Google’s Pixel 7 and 7 Pro (and newest 7a) smartphones.
Price: $1,799
Google Pixel Tablet
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The Pixel Tablet is Google’s first ever tablet. It’s unique because it comes with a companion dock that turns it into a full-fledged smart display. It was announced last year, but Google failed to mention its price and availability — that has now changed. It’s available for preorder now and will ship next month (June 2023).
Price: $499
Google Pixel 7a
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The Google Pixel 7a is the company’s newest budget smartphone and it’s powered by Google’s Tensor G2 processor (same as all the higher-end Pixels). Compared to last year’s Pixel 6a, the Pixel 7a has a much improved camera system (with a 72-percent larger main sensor) but comes with a $50 price hike. Available now.
Price: $499
Sony SRS-XB100
sony.com
The Sony SRS-XB100 is the company’s newest ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker. It’s essentially an improved version of the Sony SRS-XB13, as it looks basically the same but has improved sound and better built-in mics for when used as a speakerphone.
Price: $59
Sony SRS-XV800
electronics.sony.com
The Sony SRS-XV800 is the company’s newest party speaker. It’s quite large — weighing in at 45 pounds — and has integrated colored LED lights that you can customize.. It’s a unique speaker because it has wheels and it has a multitude of connections, including optical so you can even use it as a kind of soundbar for your TV.
Price: $649
FiiO FT3
fiio.com
The FiiO FT3 are the hi-fi company’s newest and most affordable pair of open-back headphones. They cost $299, yet still promise to deliver excellent and rich sound thanks to their large 60mm dynamic drivers. They are rated at 350 ohms, so you’ll need a separate amp to drive them.
Price: $299
NAD C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier
nadelectronics.com
The NAD C 3050 is a gorgeous amplifier that blends retro charm with modern technologies. It’s decked out with dual VU meters, push-button input selectors, a walnut vinyl-clad cabinet. Inside, it’s able to deliver 100-watts per channel. You can insert an optional module in its rear that supports BluOS high-resolution music streaming over Wi-Fi.
Price: $1,399
BenQ V5000i
benq.com
The BenQ V5000i is an “affordable” short-throw projector that is capable of delivering a true 4K picture up to 100 inches. It comes with a built-in Android operating system and speakers, and can be bundled with a compatible projector screen for $3,500. Available this July.
Price: $3,500
Sony Xperia 1 V
sony.com
The Sony Xperia 1 V is the company’s newest flagship smartphone. It looks pretty similar to last year’s Xperia 1 IV, but the Xperia 1 V packs an improved camera system with a significantly larger main sensor.
Price: $1,400
Ring Indoor Cam (2nd Gen)
ring.com
Ring’s second-generation model of its popular smart home camera is almost identical to its predecessor. The big difference is that the new model comes with a physical shutter that, when shut, prevents the camera from recording both audio and video.
Price: $60
Teenage Engineering CM-15
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The Teenage Engineering CM-15 is the company’s first-ever microphone. It’s a high-end portable condenser microphone that’s meant for recording music or podcasts. It’s made almost entirely of metal and you can purchase a special miniature tripod stand for an extra $100.
Price: $1,199
Denon DNP-2000NE Network Player
denon.com
The Denon DNP-2000NE is a high-end network player that’s positioned to work in with Denon PMA-1700NE amplifier and DCD- 1700NE CD Player. It’s a supports HEOS (for multi-room streaming) and is capable of playing audio tracks up to 32bit/384KHz.
Price: $1,599
Motorola Edge Plus (2023)
motorola.com
The Motorola Edge Plus is the company’s newest flagship smartphone and looks to be a bonafide rival (and cheaper alternative to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus and Google Pixel 7 Pro. It has a 6.7-inch OLED display and is decked out with top-end specs. It’ll be available starting May 25.
Price: $799+
April
The Best New Tech Gear of April 2023
DJI Mavic 3 Pro
store.dji.com
The DJI Mavic 3 Pro is the company’s new flagship drone and first with a triple-camera system. It’s essentially an upgraded version of the current Mavic 3, with an extra 70mm medium-tele camera. It also is $150 more expensive.
Price: $2,199+
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5
bang-olufsen.com
The Beosound A5 is the most powerful portable speaker that B&O has ever made. It’s able to pump 280-watts of power and deliver 360-degrees of sound. The speaker supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, meaning it can be listened to in and around your home or taken with you on-the-go.
Price: $1,099
LG Gram SuperSlim
lg.com
The LG Gram SuperSlim is the company’s thinnest Gram laptop ever. It’s jus 0.43-inches thick, making it thinner than Apple’s current MacBook AIr. It also has a beautiful 15-inch OLED display.
Price: $1,700+
Moment The Tuner by Module 8
kickstarter.com
Moment ‘s Tuner by Module 8 is the “world’s first variable-look cinematic lens system.” You attach it to your mirrorless camera and it delivers the aesthetic of a classic film. Essentially, it’s a more affordable alternative to buying rare vintage lenses.
Price: $2,000 ($999 Early Bird Kickstarter special)
iFi Go Pod
ifi-audio.com
The iFi Go Pod is a Bluetooth adapter that makes your wired IEMs work wirelessly. The pair of dongles, each with its own built-in hi-fi DAC and headphone amp, attaches where your IEMs where its detachable cable would normally go. It will not work if IEMs don’t have detachable cables.
Price: $399
Schiit Audio Syn
schiit.com
The California company’s newest hi-fi component, Syn, is truly unique. It’s a DAC, remote control preamp and headphone amp all rolled into one compact box. It’s a versatile component that’s designed to make listening to surround sound (and then switching back to stereo) super fun and easy.
Price: $399
HP Envy x360 (2023)
hp.com
HP announced three new Envy x360 2-in-1 PCs for 2023 — which are 14-inch, 15-inch and 17-inch — each of which has been updated with improved webcams, Intel’s 13th-gen processors and improved graphics cards. The big news is that the 15-inch model is the first PC that has been IMAX Enhanced certified, allowing it to deliver immersive spatial audio.
Price: $849+ (14-inch model)
Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2023)
acer.com
Acer announced a next-gen version of its eco-friendly laptop. The newest Aspire Vero 15 is outfitted with Intel’s 13th-gen processor and an improved webcam. Additionally, it’s made of even more — now 40-percent, up from 30-percent — recycled materials.
Price: $700+
Acer Swift X 16 (2023)
acer.com
Acer announced a refreshed version of its 16-inch lightweight laptop. The 2023 edition of the Swift X 16 has been updated with AMD’s new 7040-series processors and improved graphics cards. It has a redesigned, more lightweight design that also promises improved thermal performance. It’ll be available this July.
Price: $1,250
Anker Soundcore Motion X600
us.soundcore.com
The Soundcore Motion X600 is Anker’s biggest portable speaker to date. It’s also unique because it has a dedicated upward-firing driver, which helps the speaker sound more immersive than just standard mono or stereo.
Price: $199
Leica M11 Monochrom
leica-camera.com
Leica announced a monochrome version of its flagship M11 camera that was released in early 2022. The M11 Monochrom shares the same look, feel and 60-megapixel sensor as the M11, but actually comes with more storage (256GB instead of 64GB).
Price: $9,195
DJI Inspire 3
dji.com
The DJI Inspire 3 is the company’s newest drone, but it’s not designed (or priced) for most consumers — it’s meant for filmmakers. It has a full-frame sensor and is capable of shooting 8K video. It also has vastly improved flying and shooting capabilities over the seven-year-old Inspire 2.
Price: $16,499
Focal Theva Series
focal.com
The Focal Theva is the French high-end audio company’s new entry-level series of loudspeakers. The series includes a pair of bookshelf speakers and three pairs of floorstanding speakers, as well as a center channel and on-wall speakers.
Price: $998+ (bookshelf speakers)
Garmin Instinct 2X Solar
garmin.com
Garmin announced an updated version of the Instinct 2 smartwatch that it announced last year. The Instinct 2X Solar is essentially an even more rugged and adventure-focused smartwatch, but it has a larger bezel, a built-in LED flashlight and solar charging capabilities.
Price: $450
Q Acoustics 5000 Series
crutchfield.com
The popular British hi-fi company announced a mid-range line of loudspeakers that sits between its entry-level 3000i series and high-end Concept series. The 5000 series consists of two pairs of bookshelf speakers, two pairs of floorstanding speakers and a center-channel speaker.
Price: $749+
Plugable USB-C 5-in-1 Hub
amazon.com
Plugable’s new 5-in-1 USB-C Hub is designed to add extra ports to your new MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. It adds USB-A (2x), USB-C (2x), Gigabit Ethernet and an audio jack. Plus there’s even a vacant slot to fit your MagSafe charger.
Price: $35
Astell&Kern A&norma SR35
astellnkern.com
The A&norma SR35 is a new entry-level portable hi-fi player by Astell&Kern. It has four built-in DACs and three analog outputs. As you’d expect, it supports basically every lossless audio format (including DSD256 and MQA files) and streaming service, including Tidal and Apple Music.
Price: $799
PSB M4U TWM
psbspeakers.com
The PSB M4U TWM are next-gen wireless earbuds and they have a similar hybrid planar dual driver design as the company’s loudspeakers. They support active noise-cancellation and transparency modes.
Price: $199
Kasa Smart KP125M
Kasa Smart
amazon.com
TP-Link has officially launched its first Matter-certified smart plug, the Kasa Smart KP125M, meaning that once it’s setup, it can integrate it into any smart ecosystem you have. The Kasa Smart KP125M is a simple smart plug that can control a single device (such as a lamp or fan).
Price: $40 (2-pack)
OnePlus Nord Buds 2
oneplus.com
The Nord Buds 2 are the company’s second-generation wireless earbuds.They are twice as expensive as the original Nord Buds, but promise improved sound quality and, most significantly, add active noise-cancellation and transparency modes. They cost just $60.
Price: $60
Microsoft Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock
microsoft.com
Microsoft has a next-gen beast of a docking station for its Surface laptops, with the biggest change being that instead of the company’s proprietary Surface Connect port, the new dock connects via USB-C. The benefit here is that you can use it with any USB-C laptop, not just one from Microsoft’s Surface line.
Price: $300
PSB M4U 9
psbspeakers.com
The PSB M4U 9 is the company’s newest flagship pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones. They are capable of tuning their sound based on your hearing abilities. And they also support RoomFeel technology to deliver a warm sound with a wide soundstage that’s similar to PSB’s loudspeakers.
Price: $499
March
The Best New Tech Gear of March 2023
Sony ZV-E1
bhphotovideo.com
The Sony ZV-E1 is positioned as the ultimate vlogging camera. It’s the first full-frame camera in Sony’s ZV line and it packs premium features galore. Essentially, it takes the sensor from the Sony FX3 and the smarts of the Sony A7R V, and puts them in a super compact body.
Price: $2,200+
Insta360 Flow
insta360.com
The company best known for its action cameras has announced its first smartphone gimbal. The Insta360 Flow has a multitude of smart tracking features, a 3-axis stabilizer and a built-in selfie stick. It’s compatible with iPhone and Android.
Price: $160
Jabra Elite 4
jabra.com
Jabra’s newest wireless earbuds aim to deliver premium features at a sub-$100 price. The Elite 4 support active noise-cancellation and Bluetooth multipoint, and they have an IP55 water-resistance rating. Available in several different colors.
Price: $99
FiiO M15S
bhphotovideo.com
The FiiO M15S does double duty as a portable hi-fi player and a desktop DAC/amplifier — it can switch between desktop and portable modes. It has dual DACs and supports audio files up to 384kHz/DSD256. It has five adjustable gain levels and is capable of driving most IEMs and high-end headphones.
Price: $999
DJI Goggles Integra
dji.com
The Goggles Integra is a new set of goggles that’s specially designed to work with its Avata FPV drone. It’s $150 more affordable than the existing Goggles 2, but also has a more ergonomic design and an integrated battery (both things the Goggles 2 lack). DJI also announced a new RC Motion 2 controller for the Avata, too.
Price: $499
Nothing Ear (2)
nothing.tech
Nothing announced the second-generation of its flagship wireless earbuds. The Ear (2) look basically identical to the Ear (1), but have improved sound, active noise-cancellation and host of new features, including Bluetooth multipoint and more customizable EQ settings.
Price: $149
Nomad Stand One
nomadgoods.com
The Stand One is wireless charging stand that fully supports MagSafe. It’s unique because it’s a made of really premium materials — a solid metal body paired with a glass top — and weighs just over a pound. Available in silver or black (carbide).
Price: $110
Nanoleaf Matter A19
nanoleaf.me
Nanoleaf, the popular smart lighting brand, announced its first smart lights that work with Matter. In addition to this A19 bulb (pictured), it announced several other smart bulbs and a smart lighting strip — all of which support Matter.
Price: $20/ea
Samsung S90C OLED TV
Samsung is finally making more OLED TVs. The S90C is a QD-OLED — so an OLED TV that’s integrated with quantum dot technology (for more vibrant colors) — and it’s notable because it’s Samsung’s cheapest OLED TV to date. A 55-inch model costs $1,899.
Price: $1,899 (55-inch model)
LG 49-inch Curved UltraGear
lg.com
LG announced the pricing and availability of its new 49-inch curved UltraGear monitor. The new monitor (49GR85DC-B) has a DQHD (5120 x 1440) display with an ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio and an 1000R curvature. It will be available starting April 2.
Price: $1,299
Schiit Rekkr
schiit.com
The Schiit Rekkr is a tiny and affordable desktop-sized amplifier designed to drive smaller passive speakers or near-field monitors. The Schiit Rekkr is a low-powered amplifier that drives at just two-watts per channel. Available in black or silver finishes.
Price: $149
Schiit Gjallarhorn
schiit.com
The Gjallarhorn is another new affordable desktop amplifer by Schiit, and it’s an essentially beefed-up version of Schiit’s Rekkr. It’s roughly twice the size, twice the price and is capable of delivering substantially more power: up to 10-watts per channel.
Price: $299
Master & Dynamic MH40 Wireless (Gen 2)
masterdynamic.com
Master & Dynamic has released a new-and-improved version of its original MH40 headphones. The second-generation MH40 Wireless have the same leather and metal design, but boast improved sound, app compatibility and longer battery life.
Price: $399
Ikea Vappeby
ikea.com
The Ikea Vappeby is the company’s first rugged and waterproof portable speaker. It has an IP67 water-resistance rating and promises up to 80 hours of playtime (at 50-percent volume). It’s also just $15. Available in three finishes: black, yellow or red.
Price: $15
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
samsung.com
The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is the newest addition to the company’s midrange line of A-Series smartphones. It has a triple rear-camera (main, ultra-wide, and macro camera) system, a 6.4-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and 128GB of storage. It will be available on April 6.
Price: $450+
FiiO K9 Pro ESS
fiio.com
The FiiO K9 Pro ESS is a high-end desktop headphone amplifier/DAC capable of playing lossless audio (up to 32-bit/384kHz) and driving a wide variety of headphones (impedances ranging from 16 to 600 ohms). It also supports Bluetooth streaming, including aptX HD and LDAC codecs.
Price: $849
ESR Geo Wallet Stand
kickstarter.com
This is the first MagSafe wallet to support Apple’s Find My — if it becomes detached from your iPhone, you’ll still be able to locate it via the Find My app. The wallet itself has a built-in kickstand and three card slots. It’s available on Kickstarter right now.
Price: $39
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus (in Yellow)
apple.com
As part of its mid-year cycle, Apple has announced that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available in a new color: yellow. They cost the same as other colored iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 models. Both can be preordered now and will start shipping March 14.
Price: $799 (14); $899 (14 Plus)
Sonos Era 300
sonos.com
The Era 300 is a speaker specifically designed to play immersive audio that supports Dolby Atmos. It has a total of six drivers — including one that fires upward — and you can configure two as really immersive rear-channel speakers when paired with a Sonos soundbar.
Price: $449
Sonos Era 100
sonos.com
The Era 100 is a “remastered” version of the One speaker. It has an extra tweeter and a larger mid-woofer. It also supports Bluetooth and line-in (via USB-C) connections. It’s available for preorder and will ship on March 28th.
Price: $249
Wyze Gaming Headset
wyze.com
Wyze, the company best known for its affordable ecosystem of smart home gadgets, continues to surprise us — it’s newest gadget is a wireless gaming headset. It costs just $60 and can get up to 20 hours of battery life on a single charge (via USB-C).
Price: $60
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
ring.com
This is Ring’s new battery-powered video doorbell. Aside from being wireless, it has a couple key upgrades over Ring’s previous video doorbells, including delivering a higher-resolution picture and an improved field-of-view so you can see if a package was left near the foot of your door.
Price: $180
ReMarkable Type Folio
remarkable.com
ReMarkable released a keyboard case for its Remarkable 2. Whereas before you could only draw and take hand-written notes (which could then be turned into text) on the super-thin e-ink tablet, the Type Folio transforms it into a really capable note-taking machine.
Price: $199
Roku Select and Roku Plus Series TVs
bestbuy.com
Earlier this year at CES, Roku announced that it was going to finally make its TVs. This week, it announced that those TVs are available now. You can get a 65-inch Roku Plus TV (pictured) — which is the higher-end of the two lines — for under $800.
Price: $799 (65-inch model)
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A9 (Gen 5)
bang-olufsen.com
Bang & Olufsen introduced a new future-proof version of its Beosound A9 free-standing wireless speaker. It has pretty much the same circular design as its 2012-released predecessor, but comes with modular guts that can be replaced in time if its wireless streaming technology becomes obsolete.
Price: $3,699
Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2 (3rd-Gen)
bang-olufsen.com
The third-generation Beosound 2 is a multi-room wireless speaker — it has same cone-shaped design that’s made out of high-grade aluminium as its predecessors. The only real upgrade is that it has modular internals, which can be replaced in case its power or connectivity become obsolete, making it “future-proof”.
Price: $3,199
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12
instax.com
The Instax Mini 12 is Fujifilm’s newest instant film camera. Compared to its predecessor, the Instax Mini 11, the “12” is very similar. The biggest difference is it has a new lens that you can twist to enable a new “close-up” mode.
Price: $80
Jabra Speak2 75
jabra.com
Jabra announced its new Speak2 range of speakerphones designed for hybrid work environments. There are three sizes (from biggest to smallest): Speak2 75 (pictured), Speak2 55 and Speak2 40. All have advanced mics and updated noise-reduction technology.
Price: $169 (40); $189 (55); $369 (75)
FiiO R7
fiio.com
The FiiO R7 is for people who take desktop audio really serious. It’s a high-resolution audio player, streamer and headphone amplifier that’s specifically designed for your desktop setup. It has a touchscreen and 64GB of local storage (also supports up to 2TB storage via microSD card).
Price: $700
Klipsch The Nines
crutchfield.com
Klipsch’s newest set of powered speakers, The Nines, are essentially a bigger version of the company’s 2020-released The Fives. They have same vintage design and a multitude of wireless and wired connections (including HDMI-ARC for connecting to your TV).
Price: $1,499
LG XBoom XL7
lg.com
The LG XBoom XL7 is the company’s newest “portable” Bluetooth speaker designed for outdoor parties. It’s 32 pounds, so it’s not exactly easy to move, and has with an front-facing LED panel for really setting the party mood.
Price: TBD
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 (Gen 2) and Z16 (Gen 2)
lenovo.com
Lenovo’s second-generation of its ThinkPad Z13 and Z16 laptops have been updated with next-gen AMD processors and larger touchpads. You’ll be able to configure the ThinkPad Z13 (Gen 2) with an optional all-natural lid made out of flaxseeds. Available this July.
Price: $1,249+ (Z13); $1,749 (Z16)
Honor Magic Vs
hihonor.com
The Honor Magic Vs is the company’s first foldable smartphone that will be available outside of Asia. It has similar design as Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 — both flip horizontally open to reveal a larger “more tablet-sized” display — but should be slightly more affordable.
Price: $1,599+
February
The Best New Tech Gear of February 2023
Sony WH-CH720N
sony.com
The Sony WH-CH720N are the company’s newest mid-range pair of noise-canceling headphones — you can think of them as an affordable alternative to Sony’s flagship WH-1000XM5. The new models promise up to 35 hours of battery life with ANC turned on.
Price: $150
Beats Fit Pro (New Colors)
apple.com
The Beats Fit Pro were originally released in late 2021 and continue to be one of our favorite wireless earbuds for running. This week, Beats introduced three new color options: coral pink, volt yellow and tidal blue.
Price: $199
Yamaha YH-E700B
yamaha.com
The Yamaha YH-E700B are the company’s new flagship wireless noise-canceling headphones. Compared to their predecessors, the Yamaha YH-E700A, the new models have an all-new design and promise significantly more powerful noise-cancellation.
Price: $350
Mophie Powerstation (2023)
zagg.com
Mophie’s newest Powerstation is a 10,000mAh portable battery that’s capable of charging three devices at the same time. It has two USB-A ports along with USB-C PD port that’s capable of fast-charging most smartphones at 20-watts.
Price: $50
Mophie Powerstation XL
zagg.com
The Powerstation XL is a higher-capacity version of Mophie’s Powerstation. It has the same three charging ports but at 20,000mAh, the “XL” portable battery has double the juice.
Price: $60
Mophie Powerstation Pro AC
zagg.com
The Mophie Powerstation Pro AC is a 27,000 mAh portable battery that’s capable of charging four devices at once thanks to two USB-C ports, a USB-A port, and an AC port. It’s capable of dishing out 130-watts of combined power and up to 60-watts over USB-C PD (for your laptop).
Price: $200
TAD Labs Compact Evolution CE1TX
technicalaudiodevices.com
Technical Audio Devices (TAD)’s Compact Evolution CE1TX is a new super high-end pair of stand-mounted loudspeakers. They’re essentially the next-gen versions of the company’s Compact Evolution CE1 speakers with an improved woofer and midrange drivers (along with several other acoustic upgrades).
Price: $32,500 (pair)
Ikea Vindstryka Air Quality Sensor
ikea.com
Ikea’s newest smart home gadget, Vindstryka, is a smart air quality sensor for your home. It has a large display to show you the air pollutant level in a given room. It’ll work with the company’s Dirigera smart hub and be available in April. No pricing info has been announced.
Price: TBD
Plugable UD-MSTHDC
amazon.com
This is Plugable’s first docking station that’s specifically designed to work with Chromebooks. It lets you use up to two external monitors with your Chromebook, plus adds a variety of other ports.
Price: $199
Roland VMH-D1 V-Drums
bhphotovideo.com
Roland and V-Moda collaborated on the VMH-D1 V-Drums, a unique pair of headphones designed to work with an electronic drum set. They have custom 50 mm drivers that promise to deliver dynamic full range sound. And they have extra-long 10-foot cable.
Price: $180
WiiM Mini
amazon.com
The WiiM Mini is a Wi-Fi-connected streamer that allows you to add Wi-Fi support to any powered speaker, receiver or hi-fi system. It supports Siri and Alexa, meaning you can use your voice to control music. And it has a built-in DAC that supports up to 24-bit/192 kHz audio.
Price: $89
WiiM Pro
amazon.com
The WiiM Pro is a wireless streamer that’s essentially a more beefed up and more hi-fi version of the WiiM Mini. The other big addition is that it has support for Chromecast Audio and works with Google’s smart ecosystem.
Price: $149
DJI Mini 2 SE
dji.com
The DJI Mini 2 SE is the company’s new ultraportable drone and the successor to the Mini SE. The “2” version is the same size as its predecessor and has the same photo and video quality, but delivers improved flight performance and intelligence.
Price: $369
KEF R Meta Series
kef.com
The KEF R Meta series is an improved line of midrange loudspeakers — which consists of several floorstanding, bookshelf and home theater speakers. All have been upgraded with the same sound-absorbing metamaterial tech that’s in the company’s even higher-end loudspeakers.
Price: $1,600 — $3,250
Sennheiser HD 660S2
sennheiser.com
The Sennheiser HD 660S2 are the successor to the popular 2017-released HD 660S open-back headphones. The new models look almost identical but have revamped drivers that promise improved bass and an overall warmer sound.
Price: $600
Canon R8
bhphotovideo.com
Starting at $1,500, the Canon R8 is the company’s lightest and most affordable full-frame mirrorless camera yet. It features the same sensor (24.2MP full-frame CMOS) that’s in the EOS R6 Mark II and can capture 4K video up to 60 fps.
Price: $1,500+ (body only)
Canon R50
canon.com
The Canon R50 is a new entry-level mirrorless camera and a successor to the M50. The big difference from the M50 is that the new R50 works with the company’s RF system of lenses. Additionally, it also boasts an improved sensor and processor.
Price: $680+ (body only)
OnePlus Keyboard 81 Pro
oneplus.com
The well-known Android smartphone maker has collaborated with Keychron to create its first ever mechanical keyboard. The Keyboard 81 Pro has a CNC aluminum body, clicky switches and thermoplastic keycaps. It can be used wired or wirelessly.
Price: TBD
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
samsung.com
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the company’s new “best of the best” flagship smartphone. It has the biggest and brightest display, the biggest battery, the best camera system (now with a 200MP sensor) and it comes with an embedded S Pen stylus for note-taking.
Price: $1,200+
Samsung Galaxy S23
samsung.com
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the smallest and most affordable of the company’s three new flagship smartphones. It has a 6.1-inch display and the same triple rear camera system as the Ultra, except the main camera has a 50-megapixel sensor instead of the Ultra’s 200-megapixel sensor).
Price: $800+
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
samsung.com
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is essentially a bigger version of the Galaxy S23 (but it’s still not as big as the Ultra). Compared to the Galaxy S23, the “Plus” version has a bigger display (6.6-inch vs 6.1-inch), a bigger battery, and comes with double the base storage.
Price: $1,000+
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
samsung.com
The Galaxy Book3 Pro Ultra is the most high-end laptop in Samsung’s new Galaxy Book3 Pro series — and it’s essentially a direct competitor to Apple’s MacBook Pros. It’s a clamshell-style laptop that’s a beefed-up version of the 16-inch Galaxy Book3 Pro.
Price: $2,400+
Sonus Faber Aster
sonusfaber.com
Sonus Faber — the Italian hi-fi maker best known for its gorgeous and super high-end loudspeakers — has announced its first-ever outdoor speaker. The Aster is a wireless speaker with an IP65 rating and is probably best suited for public spaces like restaurants or museums.
Price: $450
Marshall Middleton
marshallheadphones.com
Marshall has made a number of portable Bluetooth speakers over the last few years. The Middleton is different because it’s bigger. At four pounds, it’s the company’s largest portable Bluetooth speaker with an IP67 water-resistance rating.
Price: $300
Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Lever
schlage.com
Schlage’s newest smart lock has built-in Wi-Fi (no separate hub required) so you can remotely lock, unlock and check the status of the door. The Encode Smart WiFi Lever is different in that it’s designed for interior doors without a deadbolt, such as an closet or an office.
Price: $310
Garmin Vivomove Trend
garmin.com
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is the company’s new stylish hybrid smartwatch and it’s unique because it’s the company’s first smartphone that supports Qi wireless charging. Like its other Vivomove smartwatches, the Trend has a hidden display for alerts and activity tracking.
Price: $270+
Sony STR-AN1000
sony.com
Sony recently announced several new AV receivers and the STR-AN1000 is the most affordable of the bunch. It’s a 7.2-channel receiver that supports 8K (a first for Sony). Most interesting, it certified to work with Sonos speakers as well as Sony’s HT-A series of soundbars.
Price: $900
McIntosh MHT300
mcintoshlabs.com
McIntosh announced in first AV receiver in several years. The MHT300 is a gorgeous and powerful 7.2-channel that can deliver 150 watts per channel. It basically supports every audio and video technology you’d want, but the catch is its price. You probably can’t afford it.
Price: $8,000
Satechi Pro Hub Slim
satechi.net
The Satechi Pro Hub Slim is the company’s newest hub that’s specifically designed to work with Apple’s M2 MacBook Air and M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pros. You can even match the laptop’s finish. It adds a total of seven ports and supports up to 100-watt passthrough charging.
Price: $80
Anker Ace 45W GaN USB-C
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Anker announced two new USB-C GaN chargers — a 45-watt (shown) and 25-watt option — that are optimized specifically for fast-charging Samsung’s latest Galaxy S23 smartphones. They cost $30 and $15, respectively.
Price: $30
January
The Best New Tech Gear of January 2023
Samsung Viewfinity S9
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The Samsung Viewfinity S9 is a 27-inch 5K monitor with an anti-glare display, a built-in 4K webcam and a wide variety of ports. It also comes with the Samsung’s Tizen smart operating system, which effectively allows it to work as a smart TV.
Price: TBD
FiiO BTR7
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The FiiO BTR7 is a gorgeous portable DAC/amplifier that has a tiny screen for displaying the audio’s bitrate and volume. It’s unique because it supports wireless charging and has built-in Bluetooth, meaning you don’t have to have it directly connected to your smartphone or laptop if you don’t want to.
Price: $199
Sony NW-A306
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The Sony NW-A306 is the company’s newest portable hi-fi player in its Walkman line — and it’s really affordable. It runs an Android operating system and is capable of playing lossless quality audio. The only real downside is that it only comes with 32GB of storage.
Price: $350
Samsung Odyssey Neo G9
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The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is a a 57-inch gaming monitor with an 8K display and a 1000R curvature; according to Samsung, it’s the first gaming monitor that delivers a 7,680×2,160 resolution and a 32:9 aspect ratio in one screen. It’ll be available later this year.
Price: TBD
Astell&Kern AK HC3
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The Astell&Kern AK HC3 is high-quality USB DAC for your smartphone that’s capable of playing up to 32-bit/384kHz audio. It connects to your device via USB-C, but a Lightning adapter is included in the box for iPhone users, too.
Price: $229
LG C3 OLED
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Announced at CES, the LG C3 is poised to be the most popular of LG’s newest OLEDs. It’s the direct successor to the 2022-released C2 and looks very similar. The main difference is that it to get up to 70-percent brighter. Pricing and availability information has not yet been released.
Price: TBD
TCL Q-Series
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The TCL Q-Series is the company’s upcoming line of premium 4K TVs that are replacing last year’s 6-Series. The new models boast quantum dot technology, Mini LED backlighting, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and they will run Google TV operating system (so no Roku option).
Price: TBD
Astell&Kern Acro CA1000t
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The Astell&Kern Acro CA1000t is a high-end headphone amplifier and music player. It’s jammed packed with wired and wireless (including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) connectivity options. It has a built-in battery, too, so you take your hi-fi setup mobile.
Price: $2,300
Wyze Cam Pan v3
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The third-generation Wyze Cam Pan is unique because, like its predecessors, it allows you to adjust the viewing angle — you can pan and tilt the camera — from its app. The new model has an updated design that’s now water resistant (IP65 rated). The camera also has a wider field of view.
Price: $34
Wyze Cam OG
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The Wyze Cam OG is the company’s newest entry-level smart home camera. It costs just $20 and comes with pretty much all the features of the other basic smart cameras, including 1080p video, two-way talk and motion detection. There’s also a new model with a telephoto lens that costs an extra $10.
Price: $20
Sony InZone M3
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The Sony InZone M3 is a 27-inch gaming monitor that looks fairly similar to the InZone M9 ($899), but it doesn’t have the same resolution — it’s 1080p instead of 4K — or full-array local dimming. It has a 240Hz refresh rate (with VRR support) and HDMI 2.1 connectivity.
Price: $530
Apple HomePod (2nd Generation)
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Apple’s second-generation HomePod is slightly smaller than the original “full-sized” HomePod. It doesn’t have as many drivers, but thanks to increased processing power is designed to sound exactly like the original. The kicker is that this new HomePod is $50 cheaper.
Price: $299
M2 Mac Mini (2023)
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Apple has brought the power of its M2 and M2 Pro chipsets to the Mac Mini. The new models look basically the same as their predecessors, but the new chipsets deliver a big boost in performance and efficiency. You can buy the M2 Mac Mini for as low as $599, which is $100 cheaper than before.
Price: $599+ (M2); $1,299+ (M2 Pro)
M2 Pro MacBook Pro (2023)
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Apple announced new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros that look identical to their predecessors. The big difference is that the new laptops have been updated with Apple’s super powerful M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets, which promise big leaps in power, performance and battery life.
Price: $1,199+ (14-inch); $2,499+ (16-inch)
Samsung Neo QLED 8K (QN900C)
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Samsung announced its next generation of Neo QLED TVs at CES. For 2023, Samsung is continuing its 8K push with the QN900C (pictured), but it also announced the QN95C, which is a 4K model for those who are looking for something more accessible.
Price: TBD
Samsung Smart Monitor M80C
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This is a new and slightly improved version of the Smart Monitor M8 that Samsung released in 2022. It’s a 32-inch “smart” monitor with built-in speakers and a webcam. The difference is that the new model now works as a SmartThings smart hub and it will be available in more colors.
Price: TBD
LG CineBeam PF510Q
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The LG CineBeam PF510Q is a tiny portable projector that’s capable of delivering a 1080p picture that’s up to 120-inches. It has built-in Wi-Fi (including AirPlay 2)and Bluetooth, which allows you to stream content directly from your smartphone, tablet or laptop to the projector.
Price: $600
Logitech Brio 300
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The Logitech Brio 300 is a new budget-friendly webcam that captures a 1080p (at 60fps) picture (60fps). It also has a built-in microphone, a physical privacy shutter and connects to your computer via USB-C. Available in three colors: gray, white or pink.
Price: $70
Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i
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Announced at CES, the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i is the company’s gorgeous new all-in-one Windows desktop computer. Its 31.5-inch 4K display appears like it’s floating thanks to its adjustable metal arc stand. The base of the desktop also features a Qi wireless charging pad.
Price: $1,800
Lenovo Yoga Book 9i
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The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i is a first-of-a-kind laptop with dual OLED touchscreen displays and can function as a tablet, laptop and, well, something else. The two displays can be folded or flipped together to work like a 2-in-1 tablet, but they can also be stacked vertically on top of each other.
Price: $2,100+
Razer Blade 18
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Razer announced new 16-and 18-inch models of its Blade gaming laptops, the latter of which is its biggest and most powerful Blade laptop ever. It has a QHD+ display with a 240Hz refresh rate, and can be configured with the latest processor and graphics card by Intel and Nvidia, respectively.
Price: $2,900+
LG Gram UltraSlim and Style
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The LG Gram UltraSlim is a 15.6-inch laptop with an OLED display and updated internals; according to the company, it’s 9-percent lighter than the previous 15-inch Gram. The LG Gram Style has got a more premium (and glass) look and feel, plus it has a hidden touchpad with LED backlighting.
Price: TBD
Ring Car Cam
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The Ring Car Cam is a security camera for your car. It consists of two small cameras that are mounted to your car’s dashboard via a cantilever arm. One camera faces inward, while the other camera faces outward. The idea is that it allows you to keep an eye on your car when you’re not there.
Price: $200 (pre-orders); $250 (retail)
Lenovo Smart Paper
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The Lenovo Smart Paper is an E-Ink notepad that’s looks and works very similarly to Amazon’s 2022-released Kindle Scribe. It functions as an e-reader with access to more ebooks than you could possibly read, but comes with a stylus for note-taking and doodling as well.
Price: $400
Drop BMR1 Nearfield Monitors
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The Drop BMR1 are the company’s first-ever set of computer speakers. You can connect them to your computer via AUX, but they also support Bluetooth streaming. They can be vertically (shown) or horizontally orientated, depending on how you want them to look on your desk.
Price: $129
Victrola Stream Onyx
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The Victrola Stream Onyx is a more budget-friendly version of the Stream Carbon turntable. It works the same way — it’s certified for Works With Sonos, so you can easily stream vinyl directly to your Sonos system — but is made with less premium materials. It’s also $200 cheaper.
Price: $599
Poly Voyager Free 60+
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The Poly Voyager Free 60+ is a pair of high-end wireless earbuds that have touchscreen integrated into the charging case. You can use the touchscreen to adjust volume and noise-cancellation, as well as see the battery status of each earbud.
Price: $350
JBL Spinner BT
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The JBL Spinner BT is a belt-driven turntable with a built-in moving-magnet phono preamp. Other than its orange accents, what makes the Spinner BT unique is that it supports Bluetooth aptX HD so you can stream vinyl to your wireless headphones or portable speakers. Available late 2023.
Price: $400
Razer Leviathan V2 Pro
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The Razer Leviathan V2 Pro is a soundbar for PC gamers. It has integrated lights that can sync with your other Razer gaming accessories. It supports 3D immersive audio and has an integrated IR camera that tracks the listener’s head position and optimizes audio based on their location.
Price: $400
Sennheiser IE 200
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The Sennheiser IE 200 are the company’s most affordable in-ear headphones in its well-lauded IE series. The IE 200 share a similar look and feel as the company’s higher-end options, which tops out at $1,500 with the IE 900, but they are targeted towards more budget-conscious listeners.
Price: $150
JBL Bar 1300X
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The JBL Bar 1300X is the newest and most high-end in JBL’s “Bar” line of soundbars with detachable rear satellite speakers. It’s a 11.1.4-channel system with 21-total drivers (including six upward-firing) and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Price: $1,700
JBL Pulse 5
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The JBL Pulse 5 is the company’s newest ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker with an integrated LED that lights up and changes color with your music. Compared to its predecessor, the Pulse 4, the fifth-generation speaker has a smoother exterior and promises bigger, better sound.
Price: $250
