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Unboxing the $300 Insta360 Wave AI Speakerphone
CNET· 2025-10-06 16:40
But I mean that's fine. Yeah. I mean like it would probably just be more like if they like have like a casting announcement. ...
Apple Watch SE 3: Why You May Not Miss the Series 11 or Ultra 3 | All Things Mobile
CNET· 2025-10-06 12:01
Value Proposition - The Apple Watch SE3 offers significant value, providing many of the same features as higher-end models at almost half the price of the cheapest Series 11 [3][4] - It's suitable for first-time Apple Watch buyers, children, or those upgrading from older models like Series 4 or 5 [4] Key Features & Performance - The SE3 features the same processor as the Series 11 and Ultra 3, enabling an always-on display [3][5] - Despite the always-on display, it maintains an 18-hour battery life, with testing showing it can outperform this claim by at least 4 hours, reaching 22-25 hours [6][7] - Charging is faster, with 8 minutes on the charger providing enough power for 8 hours of sleep tracking, and a full charge taking approximately 75 minutes [8] Health & Fitness - Includes new health tools like sleep score and sleep apnea notifications, as well as a temperature sensor for early illness detection and retrospective ovulation tracking [9] - Lacks blood oxygen tracking, ECG, and hypertension notifications found in higher-end models [9] - Offers every workout imaginable, including Apple's new Workout Buddy feature [10][11] Design & Connectivity - Design is similar to previous models, with thicker bezels and a slightly smaller screen compared to the Series 11 [12] - Features gesture control, including pinch motion for navigation and wrist flick to silence alarms [14] - Includes 5G connectivity, which is beneficial for users planning to use the watch without a phone, especially for children [15][16] Potential Drawbacks - The SE3's screen is more prone to scratches compared to the Series 11's scratch-resistant glass [13] - Using 5G connectivity without a paired phone can reduce battery life by approximately 2 hours [16][17]
This Wave Power Converter Could Change How We Produce Clean Energy | What The Future
CNET· 2025-10-05 12:01
Overview of Ocean 2 Wave Power Converter - Pantalysis's Ocean 2 is a modular, flexible buoy system designed to convert wave energy into electricity [4] - The converter is approximately 10 meters wide and constructed from durable, rust-proof materials [5] - Ocean 2 prototype testing has shown that the converter is quiet and potentially less intrusive to marine life [8] Challenges and Environmental Concerns - Wave energy converters face challenges such as damage during storms, marine biofouling, and high costs per megawatt [3] - Wave energy converters can contribute to sound pollution in the sea and disturb local ecosystems [3] - Ocean 2 needs to withstand storm surges and the corrosive effects of saltwater [10] Technology and Energy Conversion - Ocean 2 utilizes kinetic energy from waves to generate electricity by forcing water through internal channels and turbines [6][7] - The spherical design of Ocean 2 helps absorb energy and reduce mechanical stress [8] - Preliminary tests showed Ocean 2 pumping 50 kW of energy, enough to power around 15 houses [9] Potential and Scalability - Wave power is considered a "holy grail" in renewable energy, but is notoriously difficult to harness [2] - If scaled up, Ocean 2 converters could potentially generate gigawatts of wave power for entire communities [11] - The UK is currently the world's leading producer of wave and tidal power [2]
Meet Moflin, A $429 AI Pet Companion Robot
CNET· 2025-10-04 13:49
Product Overview - Mofflin is an AI companion launched in the US, designed for individuals unable to keep pets [1] - It mimics a Tamagotchi but offers a more cuddly experience without feeding requirements [1][2] - Each Mofflin develops a unique personality and recognizes its owner through sensors [2] Market Performance & Availability - The AI pet companion is currently experiencing a market increase of 4.29% [4] - Mofflin is already sold out in Japan [4] Product Maturity - Mofflin matures after 50 days [2]
Super Nintendo World’s Power-Up Bands Also Work as Amiibo. Here’s How
CNET· 2025-10-04 12:01
Well, I just got finished my trip to Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe in Florida, and I got my power up band, but I can still have some fun with this even though I'm not in the theme park anymore because these are amiios for Nintendo Switch games. We have a few powerup bands. I'm going to show you how it works. So, I brought my Switch with me on this trip to show you how it works.But if you're wondering what a powerup band is, these are used inside the Super Nintendo World theme parks that Universal ha ...
Apple’s New Charger Has a Boost Trick (If You Use It Right) | One More Thing
CNET· 2025-10-03 12:01
There's something special about Apple's new little charger plug. This is the 40watt dynamic power adapter, and it looks pretty basic, but it doesn't behave like typical adapters. It actually works differently depending on what device gets plugged into it.In fact, if you own some of the newer iPhones, you may have heard that these models have faster charging abilities. But it does matter which plugs and cables you're using because not all cords, not even all Apple Mag Safe chargers are going to get you the s ...
We Got A Look at the New Kindle Scribe Line and it's Lighter than Ever
CNET· 2025-10-02 21:37
I'm here at the Amazon event where Amazon launched a bunch of new products including three new Kindle Scribes. That's the jumbo Kindle. Uh this is the Kindle Scribe Color Soft. That's the color version of the Kindle Scribe.There's two monochrome models as well. And the big difference here, at least on the surface, is that this is an 11in model. It has smaller bezels than the previous Scribe, and it's thinner.It's uh 5.4% mm thick. Uh, so it's a little bit thinner and it it feels actually pretty lightweight. ...
Unboxing Lenovo’s $1,099 Legion Go 2 Handheld Game Console 🎮
CNET· 2025-10-02 13:09
The ROG Xbox Ally has some huge competition. 👀 Unbox Lenovo’s Legion Go 2 with us 🎮 #lenovo #legiongo2 #gaminghandheld #lenovolegion #handheldgameconsole ...
Why Making Prescription Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses Gets Tricky
CNET· 2025-10-01 22:34
one is on my end which is my my own vision. I know there's a prescription limit right now. I'm a minus eight.I was bummed. I've been asking I've been asking Alex about it that you're head of wearables and um what what do you think possibilities are for that. I know there's chance of doing more.I think the goal for these is obviously to get as many people to wear them as possible. Yeah, we have exactly right. We have our interests are super aligned.We want these to be something that everyone can wear today. ...