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Citizen’s New Series 8 GMT Uses Damascus Steel and Forged Carbon
If you want a limited-edition mechanical watch, the easy trap is paying more for something that only looks different. A better reason to spend extra is getting a feature you will actually use. Price: $2,200 Where to Buy: Citizen The…
Oracle sends force majeure notice on its New Mexico Stargate data center
The notice would allow Oracle to delay payments should the facility miss its 2028 target to come online.
Jumping a Bike Over a Formula 1 Race Car
Pro BMX rider Kriss Kyle takes on a stunt that leaves virtually zero room for error: jumping his bike over a moving Formula 1 car. He needs enough height to clear the car and precise timing to pass above it as it zooms beneath him. Fellow Scot and former F1 driver David…
watchOS 27.2 Code Hints at iPhone-Style Screenshot Previews
watchOS 27.2 could introduce a feature that lets Apple Watch screenshots be previewed with options to share or delete, similar to how screenshots work on the iPhone. Signs of the feature were found in watchOS 27.2 by code explorer pdfu . The option is hidden behind a feature…
Databricks buys Row Zero and is scouting for more startups to acquire
Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero, adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.
Google Photos ‘Clueless’-inspired virtual closet is now available on Android and iOS
The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.
Bentley Torcal Electric SUV
Bentley's first EV recreates a V8 soundtrack using real orchestral instrument recordings. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Apple Has Announced 12 New Products in the Past Month
Apple kicked off its recent wave of product announcements on August 25, when it introduced a new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chips, a new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, and an updated version of the Apple Polishing Cloth. As usual, September then arrived with many…
ElevenLabs’ CEO on margins, IPO timing, and telling customers they’re talking to a bot
ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.
This Hogue Folder Packs MagnaCut Into a Surprisingly Light Build
Premium EDC knives can create an awkward tradeoff. Upgraded blade steel and hardware sound appealing, but premium folders can also become heavier and more elaborate than someone wants to carry every day. Price: $184.46 Where to Buy: Amazon The Hogue…
Bugatti Residences Miami
Bugatti brings supercar-level craftsmanship to its first US residential tower. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
If Apple Made a Desk
Apple doesn’t make furniture, but if they did, it might look something like this. HTX Studio created what they call the AirDesk, a unique desk with a transparent screen that acts as a secondary display, with visible computer components underneath. Powered by a Mac Mini, it…
Google tests letting Gemini call businesses for you
Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.
1995 Land Rover Range Rover County Classic
Congleton Service, the top name in Range Rover Classic restoration, redid this 1995 County. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 arrives three years after the Ultra 2. Across those two generations, Apple added satellite connectivity, a larger display, new health sensors, and longer battery life. Are those changes enough to justify replacing an Ultra 2 or paying more for the…
Here's When Apple TV is Airing Free 'Peanuts' Holiday Specials This Year
Three iconic "Peanuts" specials will once again be available on the Apple TV streaming service without a subscription for a limited time this holiday season. Here is when each special will be available to stream for free in the Apple TV app: "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie…
MetMo Precision Grip Locking Tweezers
The tool-making experts from MetMo dusted off a 1912 design for locking tweezers and improved it with modern engineering and manufacturing techniques. Their Precision Grip tweezers use a thumbwheel to lock tightly onto small objects, keeping them in the exact position that…
The Ultimate Sneaker Book
Decades of history, design, and obsession around sneakers are packed into this hardbound book. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Lovable’s annualized revenue crosses $600M as vibe coding takes off
Lovable co-founder Fabian Hedin said that apps created on the platform are getting nearly a billion monthly views each month.
5 Googlebooks Announced for the New Android-Powered Laptop Era
Android phone owners have many laptop options, but few designed around phone integration. Googlebook combines Android apps and phone features with Chrome, Gemini, Linux tools, and premium hardware, using desktop foundations from ChromeOS. Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo are…
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Nike Air Max 1000 Stone and Burgundy Crush
This 3D-printed Air Max reworks the original 1987 shoe with a laceless, slip-on design. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Square Announces Apple Business Integration
Square today announced a new Apple Business integration that makes it easier for businesses to ensure they have up-to-date information across Apple Maps, Apple Wallet, and Siri AI. Apple Business is connected to Square's Dashboard: "Rather than managing multiple channels…
WILDER: A Gene Wilder Documentary (Trailer)
Actor Gene Wilder was a master of his craft, whose deft balance of charm, humor, and emotional intensity made him a comedy icon. The PBS American Masters episode WILDER explores the life and career of Wilder and features unseen interviews with the man himself, released by his…
Qualcomm Announces Renewed Agreement With Apple
Qualcomm today announced the renewal of its global patent licensing agreement with Apple, effective April 1, 2027. No further details were provided. This patent agreement is separate from Qualcomm's agreement to supply Apple with cellular modems for smartphone launches…
BISSELL Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner
The BISSELL Little Green HydroSteam tackles fall’s toughest spills, stains, and messes. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
MAKERphone 2.0 DIY Mobile Phone
MAKERphone 2.0 by CircuitMess is a real 4G phone that arrives in pieces. You build it without soldering, then learn to code it with help from AI. Real calls and texts: Insert a nano-SIM to make voice calls and send.. The post MAKERphone 2.0 DIY Mobile Phone appeared first on…
Apple Confirms iPhone 18 Pro Bug Fix Update is Coming Next Week
Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac 's Benjamin Mayo that it plans to release a software update early next week with a fix for a Face ID issue affecting some iPhone 18 Pro users . Yesterday, we reported that Apple is testing iOS 27.0.1 , which is likely to be the update with the…
Alpaka Micro Messenger Decade Edition Pouch
To celebrate its 10th year, Alpaka released this fun take on its original 7ven Messenger bag. The teeny-tiny Micro Messenger pouch is just big enough for Airpods, keys, coins, and credit cards. It includes an adjustable rope strap with a magnetic buckle, a carabiner, and has…
Australia to investigate if OpenAI hack of government health website broke the law
The incident is the first known breach to affect a government agency, and Australia's prime minister has vowed to hold OpenAI accountable.
Full iPhone 4 'Antennagate' Q&A Video Surfaces After 16 Years
A 47-minute video of the Q&A session from Apple's 2010 iPhone 4 "antennagate" press conference has surfaced on YouTube, showing Steve Jobs, Tim Cook , and Bob Mansfield answering reporters' questions. The recording was highlighted by Daring Fireball 's John Gruber , who…
Xiaomi Pad 9 Could Be the Android Tablet Sweet Spot, But There’s a Catch
A tablet makes sense when a laptop feels excessive and a phone feels cramped. Reading, streaming, notes, light document work, and split-screen multitasking are better on a device that is fast, comfortable, and affordable. Price: CNY 2,999 ($447) Where to…
The Weird History of Ghostbusters Ecto Cooler
The 1980s gave us some of the most entertaining and rewatchable movies of all time. Ghostbusters was one of them. The spirited comedy also spawned a frenzy of follow-ups, including a cartoon series and a Hi-C beverage that keeps coming back from the dead. Weird History Food…
Microsoft’s New Surface Mouse Adds Haptics to Everyday Clicks
Most people do not think much about a mouse until small annoyances pile up. You may switch between a laptop and desktop, spend hours aligning slides or resizing windows, or work in a shared space where loud clicks are distracting.…
Gearwrench Gimbal Ratchet
This palm-sized ratcheting socket wrench helps you turn bolts in tight spaces. Its center has a gimbal design that allows it to pivot on two axes, so you can squeeze it into tricky locations and still turn it with your hand. Available in a 1/4″ or 3/8″ drive to fit a variety…
Elgato Stream Deck +
Elgato’s Stream Deck + programmable desktop controllers combines screens, buttons, and knobs for greater versatility. It has eight LCD-backed buttons, four push-button analog dials, and a touch-sensitive LCD information screen. It’s a great tool for controlling podcasts, live…
Maratac Nomad Daybag
This combo backpack/tote from Maratac has a generous 37-liter capacity, but weighs just 11 ounces. It’s made from durable 400D packcloth cotton and has quality YKK zippers. Inside, there’s a large main section and a 16″ laptop sleeve, while its exterior has a small slot…
The Nikon Z5 IIC Makes Full-Frame Photography Feel More Like a Phone
Moving from a smartphone to a full-frame camera can feel like trading simplicity for image quality. Suddenly, there are exposure modes, autofocus settings, interchangeable lenses, and enough controls to make leaving the camera in Auto tempting. Price: $1,399.95 Where to…
Meta Did a 'One More Thing' and It's an AI Tamagotchi
Apple has reportedly shelved plans to launch an AI pendant, while Meta appears to be going all out in the nascent hardware space with a new handheld AI companion. Mark Zuckerberg used his "one more thing" moment at the company's annual Connect event on Wednesday to unveil the…
FiiO DP11 Gives Your CD Collection a Place in a Modern Desktop Hi-Fi Setup
Streaming solved the problem of having thousands of albums within reach, but it created another one for anyone with a substantial CD collection. Those discs may still contain music you own and want to hear, yet fitting a traditional full-size…
Why the Orient Kamasu Still Nails the Affordable Dive Watch Formula
Shopping for an automatic dive-style watch that is often available under $500 usually means giving something up. The Orient Kamasu gives you sapphire crystal, 200-meter water resistance, and an in-house automatic movement in a 41.88mm stainless-steel case. At the time…
Cold Steel Tuff Lite Puts a Full-Size Grip Behind a 2.5-Inch Blade
Small pocket knives solve an obvious carry problem, but they can create another one. Shrink the entire knife around a short blade and eventually the handle becomes so small that you sacrifice gripping area just to save a little pocket…
iPhone Handoff in iOS 27: How It Works, Pricing, and Carrier Support
Apple in iOS 27 introduced iPhone Handoff, a new eSIM feature that allows you to use the same number on two iPhones and seamlessly swap between them. The number is only active on one iPhone at a time, so it's not like having two independently active lines. It's also different…
This Compact SwitchBot Robot Vacuum Gets Stronger Without Getting Bigger
Robot vacuums can save cleaning time, but many take up more room than expected. Large robots struggle between tightly spaced furniture, while bulky self-emptying stations can become permanent fixtures that are difficult to hide. Price: $239.99 (Discounted from $399.99) Where…
Casio’s platinum-leaf MR-G is a very different kind of G-SHOCK anniversary watch
A G-SHOCK with platinum leaf on the dial sounds like a watch that belongs behind glass. Casio has built the MRG-B2100HR-1A for a wrist instead, using its shock-resistant MR-G construction as the canvas for an unusually hands-on 30th anniversary design.…
1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
This 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 hides a Chevrolet V8 and Audi seats beneath its familiar bodywork. Finished in silver with a white roof, the modified truck combines classic proportions with substantial mechanical upgrades.A fuel-injected 350ci V8 drives through a…
Xiaomi’s New Pro Max Packs an 8,500mAh Battery and a Rear Display
Choosing between a Pro phone and its larger Pro Max sibling often comes down to whether extra battery life and performance are worth a bigger device. Xiaomi’s new 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max make that choice more consequential: both…
Meta Connect 2026 puts Muse in your glasses and turns VR into something you might actually carry
I can see the appeal of asking my glasses about something in front of me, then having an AI agent do the next bit of work while my phone stays in my pocket. That was the thread running through Meta…
Microsoft’s 13-Inch Surface Laptop Gets Snapdragon X2 Plus and a Brighter Screen
Small laptops are easy to carry, but portability often forces buyers to compromise somewhere else. A compact machine might sacrifice battery life, ports, performance, or screen usability just to shave a little weight from your bag. Microsoft’s updated Surface Laptop…
The Amflow TL Carbon wants to take you from the commute to the trail
An e-bike that can haul a bag to work and still feel at home on a trail sounds like a good way to avoid owning two bikes. That’s the idea behind the Amflow TL Carbon, a full-suspension electric touring bike…
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ChatGPT in Siri 'Persistently Underperforming,' Says OpenAI
OpenAI saw disappointing results working with Apple to integrate ChatGPT in Siri , according to court documents filed [ PDF ] in its ongoing legal fight with Elon Musk's company SpaceXAI (xAI at the time the lawsuit was filed). Apple added ChatGPT to Siri in December 2024,…
YETI 2 USB Microphone
YETI 2 from Logitech G is a USB-C microphone for streamers and podcasters. It follows your voice and adjusts its own settings, so you can focus on talking. Voice proximity sensor: The mic tracks your voice in 3D and adjusts.. The post YETI 2 USB Microphone appeared first on…
Meta is trying VR glasses (again), this time with more IMAX
Meta's return to the VR glasses realm comes with a promising combination of lightweight form factor and enhanced entertainment options.
Vogue sent robots down the runway at Vogue World, and people were not impressed
Nothing says Italian craftsmanship like a Chinese robot doing a lasso to "L'Amour Toujours."
Massimo Mini Truck
This retro mini truck borrows its look from the Land Rover Defender, hauling 300 lbs. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Barbour Icons Heritage Quilted Jacket
This Barbour jacket revives the classic Heritage Liddesdale shape in a lighter quilted build. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
You Can Now Try Apple's Unreleased Copland OS in Your Browser
In the mid–1990s, Apple worked on an operating system called Copland, which was announced but never commercially released because of project management issues and feature creep. Parts of Copland were eventually included in Mac OS 7.6 and Mac OS 8, but it was so problematic as…
Everyday Carry: Pyrite
G-Shock watch and Palmer knife pop in neon yellow with CW&T key wrangler and Pyrite sunglasses. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
OnePlus 16 officially revealed with a starlit back and a battery I’m jealous of
OnePlus has shown its next flagship, and I already know I won’t be able to buy one. The OnePlus 16 appeared on the company’s official Weibo account. Reservations opened across every sales channel in China the same day, with the.. The post OnePlus 16 officially revealed with a…
Home office gifts you’ll want to give yourself this holiday season
Yes, you can give your family and friends home office gifts for the holidays. No, they won’t hate you (too much) for making them think about work while they’re off. In fact, they might appreciate you trying to make their.. The post Home office gifts you’ll want to give…
1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
This 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 hides a Chevrolet V8 and Audi seats beneath its familiar bodywork. Finished in silver with a white roof, the modified truck combines classic proportions with substantial mechanical upgrades.A fuel-injected 350ci V8 drives through a…
Ray-Ban Meta Audio Only AI Glasses
Meta ditches the camera but keeps the smart glasses part. Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses put music, calls, and voice assistance into a lighter frame built around everyday listening. Announced at Meta Connect 2026, the camera-free design weighs just 43 grams and introduces two…
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Lems Chelsea Boot Tuff Pro
The Lems Chelsea Boot Tuff Pro adds a Vibram Megagrip outsole to a familiar slip-on shape. Its smooth full-grain leather upper keeps the appearance simple, while 4mm lugs give the sole a more purposeful tread for wet, dry, and uneven ground. Elastic side panels and pull tabs…
HYM toGO Turntable
The HYM toGO Turntable packs a record player, speakers, and rechargeable battery into a carryable design. A leather handle makes it easy to move between rooms or take away for the weekend, while the lift-up cover doubles as a display for the album sleeve. Available in three…
La Datcha Expedition Yacht
La Datcha carries two helicopters and a three-person submersible, giving its guests ways to explore well beyond the deck. Built by Damen and launched in 2020, the 77-meter expedition yacht combines an ice-classed hull with accommodation for 12 guests. Its appeal lies in that…
Mizuno x Han Kjobenhavn Trail Sneakers
The Mizuno x Han Kjøbenhavn Wave Mujin TL takes its inspiration from an unexpected part of the landscape: suburban streets. Fog, dust, and garbage bags inform the collaboration, giving the familiar trail silhouette a rougher, industrial appearance. The Danish label uses those…
Roam Camp Kitchen Kit
The Roam Camp Kitchen Kit turns the brand’s 95L Rugged Case into an organized station for preparing food and washing up. Designed as an insert, it combines a bamboo cutting board, collapsible sink, and electric faucet in a setup that packs inside the case between trips.An…
Hypershell Halo Full-Leg Exoskeleton
The Hypershell Halo Full-Leg Exoskeleton adds powered knee support to wearable walking assistance. Four motors work across both hips and knees, helping with lifting each leg and supporting it as weight shifts onto it. The practical appeal extends beyond uphill walking to…
MAKERphone 2.0 DIY Mobile Phone
MAKERphone 2.0 by CircuitMess is a real 4G phone that arrives in pieces. You build it without soldering, then learn to code it with help from AI. Real calls and texts: Insert a nano-SIM to make voice calls and send.. The post MAKERphone 2.0 DIY Mobile Phone appeared first on…
YETI 2 USB Microphone
YETI 2 from Logitech G is a USB-C microphone for streamers and podcasters. It follows your voice and adjusts its own settings, so you can focus on talking. Voice proximity sensor: The mic tracks your voice in 3D and adjusts.. The post YETI 2 USB Microphone appeared first on…
OnePlus 16 officially revealed with a starlit back and a battery I’m jealous of
OnePlus has shown its next flagship, and I already know I won’t be able to buy one. The OnePlus 16 appeared on the company’s official Weibo account. Reservations opened across every sales channel in China the same day, with the.. The post OnePlus 16 officially revealed with a…
Home office gifts you’ll want to give yourself this holiday season
Yes, you can give your family and friends home office gifts for the holidays. No, they won’t hate you (too much) for making them think about work while they’re off. In fact, they might appreciate you trying to make their.. The post Home office gifts you’ll want to give…
REACH by Motion Rivalry: One GPS Computer, Every Discipline
Most sports computers pick a lane and stay there. Garmin’s Edge line lives on handlebars, Coros lives on wrists, and rowing has mostly made do with phone apps strapped to the gunwale, each device locked to a single sport for.. The post REACH by Motion Rivalry: One GPS…
Motorola Signature 27 Smartphone
The Motorola Signature 27 is the newest flagship phone from Motorola. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and pairs fast performance with a pro-level camera. Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6: This new chip runs on-device.. The post Motorola Signature 27 Smartphone…
Amazfit Helio Strap Pro vs WHOOP 5.0: I think one makes more sense for most athletes
You’re not the typical workout fanatic. You compete. And whether you’re a HYROX runner or a hybrid athlete, you need more than your average health and movement stats. That’s what makes the Amazfit Helio Strap Pro vs WHOOP 5.0 debate.. The post Amazfit Helio Strap Pro vs WHOOP…
Sonos Beam Ultra Soundbar
Sonos Beam Ultra is a compact TV soundbar that brings true 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos surround sound and clearer dialogue to a design nearly the same size as Beam. True 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos: Nine amplifiers drive nine drivers, including two upward-firing.. The post Sonos Beam Ultra…
Beats 360 Over-Ear Headphones
Beats 360 are over-ear headphones built for the gym and travel. They pair Beats’ most advanced noise cancellation with ear and headband cushions you can swap out. Swappable cushions: The ear and headband cushions detach. So you put on a.. The post Beats 360 Over-Ear…
Anycubic Photon P1 Max Resin 3D Printer
The Anycubic Photon P1 Max is a large resin 3D printer with an 18.3-liter build volume and a 14-inch 12K screen for tall models and big batches. Big prints in one go: The 11.24 x 8.43 x 11.81-inch print area.. The post Anycubic Photon P1 Max Resin 3D Printer appeared first on…
DESLOC V150 Plus Smart Lock
The DESLOC V150 Plus is a solar smart lock that charges itself from ambient light and unlocks with a face scan or fingerprint. Self-charging solar power: A perovskite panel and BMS system charge the lock from sunlight or ambient light,.. The post DESLOC V150 Plus Smart Lock…
I’d buy Apple’s WHOOP-like fitness tracker—if it skips the subscription
No surprises here: Apple is currently working on a WHOOP-like fitness tracker. According to Bloomberg, Apple is building prototypes of a screenless band: a thin fabric strap with a sensor-based computing module. It’s in early development and wouldn’t launch before.. The post…
Hypervolt 3 Pro Massage Gun
The Hypervolt 3 Pro is Hyperice’s top percussion massage gun, built for six-speed control, a pressure sensor, and a head that heats as it works. Six Speeds Of Percussion: Six steps cover 1500 to 2500 RPM, one more than the.. The post Hypervolt 3 Pro Massage Gun appeared first…
Acer Googlebook 14 Convertible Laptop
The Acer Googlebook 14 is a 14-inch convertible laptop built around Google’s Gemini AI. Gemini AI built in: A year of Google AI Pro lets you point the Magic Pointer at anything on screen to ask questions or create content... The post Acer Googlebook 14 Convertible Laptop…
watchOS 27.2 Code Hints at iPhone-Style Screenshot Previews
watchOS 27.2 could introduce a feature that lets Apple Watch screenshots be previewed with options to share or delete, similar to how screenshots work on the iPhone. Signs of the feature were found in watchOS 27.2 by code explorer pdfu . The option is hidden behind a feature…
Apple Shares New Video Promoting iOS 27 Parental Controls
Apple today shared a video promoting the new parental control features it added in iOS 27 . Apple says Child Accounts are easier to set up in iOS 27 and more intuitive to use. Improved controls allow parents to choose the types of apps children have access to, while Ask to…
Apple Has Announced 12 New Products in the Past Month
Apple kicked off its recent wave of product announcements on August 25, when it introduced a new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chips, a new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, and an updated version of the Apple Polishing Cloth. As usual, September then arrived with many…
Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 arrives three years after the Ultra 2. Across those two generations, Apple added satellite connectivity, a larger display, new health sensors, and longer battery life. Are those changes enough to justify replacing an Ultra 2 or paying more for the…
Here's When Apple TV is Airing Free 'Peanuts' Holiday Specials This Year
Three iconic "Peanuts" specials will once again be available on the Apple TV streaming service without a subscription for a limited time this holiday season. Here is when each special will be available to stream for free in the Apple TV app: "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie…
Square Announces Apple Business Integration
Square today announced a new Apple Business integration that makes it easier for businesses to ensure they have up-to-date information across Apple Maps, Apple Wallet, and Siri AI. Apple Business is connected to Square's Dashboard: "Rather than managing multiple channels…
Qualcomm Announces Renewed Agreement With Apple
Qualcomm today announced the renewal of its global patent licensing agreement with Apple, effective April 1, 2027. No further details were provided. This patent agreement is separate from Qualcomm's agreement to supply Apple with cellular modems for smartphone launches…
Apple Confirms iPhone 18 Pro Bug Fix Update is Coming Next Week
Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac 's Benjamin Mayo that it plans to release a software update early next week with a fix for a Face ID issue affecting some iPhone 18 Pro users . Yesterday, we reported that Apple is testing iOS 27.0.1 , which is likely to be the update with the…
Full iPhone 4 'Antennagate' Q&A Video Surfaces After 16 Years
A 47-minute video of the Q&A session from Apple's 2010 iPhone 4 "antennagate" press conference has surfaced on YouTube, showing Steve Jobs, Tim Cook , and Bob Mansfield answering reporters' questions. The recording was highlighted by Daring Fireball 's John Gruber , who…
Meta Did a 'One More Thing' and It's an AI Tamagotchi
Apple has reportedly shelved plans to launch an AI pendant, while Meta appears to be going all out in the nascent hardware space with a new handheld AI companion. Mark Zuckerberg used his "one more thing" moment at the company's annual Connect event on Wednesday to unveil the…
iPhone Handoff in iOS 27: How It Works, Pricing, and Carrier Support
Apple in iOS 27 introduced iPhone Handoff, a new eSIM feature that allows you to use the same number on two iPhones and seamlessly swap between them. The number is only active on one iPhone at a time, so it's not like having two independently active lines. It's also different…
ChatGPT in Siri 'Persistently Underperforming,' Says OpenAI
OpenAI saw disappointing results working with Apple to integrate ChatGPT in Siri , according to court documents filed [ PDF ] in its ongoing legal fight with Elon Musk's company SpaceXAI (xAI at the time the lawsuit was filed). Apple added ChatGPT to Siri in December 2024,…
You Can Now Try Apple's Unreleased Copland OS in Your Browser
In the mid–1990s, Apple worked on an operating system called Copland, which was announced but never commercially released because of project management issues and feature creep. Parts of Copland were eventually included in Mac OS 7.6 and Mac OS 8, but it was so problematic as…
Apple Releases watchOS 27.0.1 With Fix for Restart Bug
Apple today released watchOS 27.0.1, a minor update to the watchOS 27 operating system that came out last week . The update is limited to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 . watchOS 27.0.1 can be downloaded through the Settings app on the watch or the Apple…
iOS 27.0.1 is Coming Soon
After releasing iOS 27 last week, Apple is already testing a follow-up iOS 27.0.1 update for iPhones, according to MacRumors logs. iOS 27.0.1 will likely be a minor update with bug fixes and/or security patches. Shortly after Apple launches new iPhone models, some software…
Disney+ and Hulu Raise Prices Again, Ad-Free Plans Now $21.49
Disney today increased the prices on several of its Disney+ and Hulu streaming plans, with the increase coming exactly one year after Disney's last price hike . Premium ad-free plans are $2 to $2.50 more expensive per month, while Disney's ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu plans…
Apple Sports App Updated With Even More Soccer Leagues
Apple Sports was updated today with support for more soccer leagues, including the Australian A-League Men, Egyptian Premier League, Israeli Premier League, and South African Premiership. In addition, Apple said tennis fans can now follow tournament draws in real-time in the…
Meet Feather, the startup building the ‘Android of robotics’ for developers
Feather is betting on a customizable, $30,000 platform built for software developers.
Oracle sends force majeure notice on its New Mexico Stargate data center
The notice would allow Oracle to delay payments should the facility miss its 2028 target to come online.
Meta’s Muse Charm looks like a Tamagotchi, but it’s tapping into a much newer trend
Meta’s new AI gadget may look like a Tamagotchi, but its dangling form factor taps into a much broader Gen Z trend around bag charms, retro tech, and turning gadgets into fashion accessories.
Databricks buys Row Zero and is scouting for more startups to acquire
Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero, adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.
Google Photos ‘Clueless’-inspired virtual closet is now available on Android and iOS
The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.
TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.
ElevenLabs’ CEO on margins, IPO timing, and telling customers they’re talking to a bot
ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.
Meet the next wave of VCs judging Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Meet the next wave of VCs judging the Startup Battlefield 200 contenders on the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Register by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT, to save up to $200 and to get a front-row seat to one of the most intense startup pitch competitions.
Google tests letting Gemini call businesses for you
Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.
Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors on building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off.
Lovable’s annualized revenue crosses $600M as vibe coding takes off
Lovable co-founder Fabian Hedin said that apps created on the platform are getting nearly a billion monthly views each month.
Ando wants to take on Slack with a team messaging app that lets humans and agents work together
Ando has raised $20 million in pre-seed and seed funding from investors including Accel, Index Ventures, and Emergence.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Cal AI’s Zach Yadegari on how to create viral growth and capitalize on it
Zach Yadegari joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share how he capitalized on viral growth. Save up to $200 before September 25. Save 50% on a second pass.
2 days left to save up to $200 on a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass — reason 4 of 5 to attend
Reason 4 of 5 to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Practical answers. Two days left to save up to $200 on your pass. Savings disappear after September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Bring a second guest at 50% off.
Australia to investigate if OpenAI hack of government health website broke the law
The incident is the first known breach to affect a government agency, and Australia's prime minister has vowed to hold OpenAI accountable.
Everything new coming to Meta’s AI agent Muse
CEO Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the company’s annual Connect event in Menlo Park on Wednesday with a keynote that made one thing clear: Meta is going all-in on Muse. It's even coming to Meta's AI glasses.
Meta made a Tamagotchi-like wearable for its Muse AI agent
The tiny hardware device creates another mobile home for its AI agent Muse.
Meta is trying VR glasses (again), this time with more IMAX
Meta's return to the VR glasses realm comes with a promising combination of lightweight form factor and enhanced entertainment options.
Meta introduces camera-free AI glasses
Meta says the camera-free glasses will be lighter and have up to 12 hours of battery life.
Vogue sent robots down the runway at Vogue World, and people were not impressed
Nothing says Italian craftsmanship like a Chinese robot doing a lasso to "L'Amour Toujours."
Jumping a Bike Over a Formula 1 Race Car
Pro BMX rider Kriss Kyle takes on a stunt that leaves virtually zero room for error: jumping his bike over a moving Formula 1 car. He needs enough height to clear the car and precise timing to pass above it as it zooms beneath him. Fellow Scot and former F1 driver David…
If Apple Made a Desk
Apple doesn’t make furniture, but if they did, it might look something like this. HTX Studio created what they call the AirDesk, a unique desk with a transparent screen that acts as a secondary display, with visible computer components underneath. Powered by a Mac Mini, it…
MetMo Precision Grip Locking Tweezers
The tool-making experts from MetMo dusted off a 1912 design for locking tweezers and improved it with modern engineering and manufacturing techniques. Their Precision Grip tweezers use a thumbwheel to lock tightly onto small objects, keeping them in the exact position that…
WILDER: A Gene Wilder Documentary (Trailer)
Actor Gene Wilder was a master of his craft, whose deft balance of charm, humor, and emotional intensity made him a comedy icon. The PBS American Masters episode WILDER explores the life and career of Wilder and features unseen interviews with the man himself, released by his…
Alpaka Micro Messenger Decade Edition Pouch
To celebrate its 10th year, Alpaka released this fun take on its original 7ven Messenger bag. The teeny-tiny Micro Messenger pouch is just big enough for Airpods, keys, coins, and credit cards. It includes an adjustable rope strap with a magnetic buckle, a carabiner, and has…
The Weird History of Ghostbusters Ecto Cooler
The 1980s gave us some of the most entertaining and rewatchable movies of all time. Ghostbusters was one of them. The spirited comedy also spawned a frenzy of follow-ups, including a cartoon series and a Hi-C beverage that keeps coming back from the dead. Weird History Food…
Gearwrench Gimbal Ratchet
This palm-sized ratcheting socket wrench helps you turn bolts in tight spaces. Its center has a gimbal design that allows it to pivot on two axes, so you can squeeze it into tricky locations and still turn it with your hand. Available in a 1/4″ or 3/8″ drive to fit a variety…
Elgato Stream Deck +
Elgato’s Stream Deck + programmable desktop controllers combines screens, buttons, and knobs for greater versatility. It has eight LCD-backed buttons, four push-button analog dials, and a touch-sensitive LCD information screen. It’s a great tool for controlling podcasts, live…
Maratac Nomad Daybag
This combo backpack/tote from Maratac has a generous 37-liter capacity, but weighs just 11 ounces. It’s made from durable 400D packcloth cotton and has quality YKK zippers. Inside, there’s a large main section and a 16″ laptop sleeve, while its exterior has a small slot…
Nissan Z Kaze Concept
Celebrating 1990s tuner culture, Nissan’s Z Kaze concept gives the Z a T-top roof. Revealed at ZCON 2026, the Pacific Teal car sports a carbon-fiber hood, flared fenders, NISMO suspension, and LMGT2 wheels. A GReddy intercooler and SUPREME SP exhaust enhance its twin-turbo…
Danny MacAskill: Endless Light in Norway
Danny MacAskill heads to Narvik, Norway, to ride its vast granite slabs beneath the midnight sun. In Endless Light, the cyclist and his crew explore the rugged landscape on Santa Cruz Vala electric mountain bikes. Bosch eBike motors help them cover more ground, while…
Skull of Skulls Storage Box
Fill your head with all kinds of stuff with this creepy skull-shaped storage box. Perfect for adding a bit of horror to your home for Halloween or any time of year, the skull is cast from heavy-duty polyresin and decorated with dozens of tiny skulls. The top of this guy’s…
Making a Talking Terminator Bust
Intocoasters created a replica of the T-800 Terminator’s metal skeleton, complete with animated movements. They started with LayerLux3D’s face-tracking 3D model of the machine and added a number of modifications to make its jaw move and syncronize its movements with an…
Showers Pass Cloudburst Jacket
The lightweight Cloudburst zip-up jacket is a hard-working waterproof and breathable option for athletes who demand all-weather performance. To address overheating, the Cloudburst incorporates three layers of Showers Pass’s most innovative material to date, eliteAIR. Runners…
Spinning Record Toppers
North Carolina artist KaitsInk sells these playful add-ons for turntables. The 3D-printed toppers sit in the center of records, adding a bit of whimsy and attitude as your vinyl spins. Designs include a frog with a mushroom hat, a duck with a mop top, and an exceptionally…
Maratac Lumina Folder (LF-1) Knife
CountyComm’s limited-run Lumina pocket knife has a couple of tricks up its sleeve. Its 2.9″ drop-point blade is made from D2 tool steel, and its handle sandwiches a bright piece of UGM that glows brightly in the dark. Its blade has a built-in striker notch for use with a…
SOG ParaShears Multitool
SOG’s ParaShears are a lightweight stainless steel multi-tool for emergencies. They use the brand’s Compound Leverage system for smoother, easier cutting and feature durable GRN handles in black or red. The tool packs 11 functions, including trauma shears, a line and rope…
Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald (Trailer)
Norm Macdonald was a comedic genius whose smart, deadpan humor and wit are unequaled even today. Director Judd Apatow’s documentary, Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald, recounts the comedy legend’s life, career, and lasting influence through archival footage and interviews with…
Explore the Silo
Fans of Apple TV’s standout science fiction series Silo should definitely check out this free interactive website created by Silo fan h.stratev. Explore the Silo lets you scroll from the Up Top to the Down Deep to visit every level of the mysterious underground structure and…
uvBeast v3 Flashlight
This powerful UV flashlight can spotting stains, invisible inks, and even scorpions. The rechargeable uvBeast V3 packs triple 1.2A SMD UV LEDs into an aluminum body for higher intensity and longer range than 100-LED designs. Its focused beam reaches more than 70 feet, and…
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Citizen’s New Series 8 GMT Uses Damascus Steel and Forged Carbon
If you want a limited-edition mechanical watch, the easy trap is paying more for something that only looks different. A better reason to spend extra is getting a feature you will actually use. Price: $2,200 Where to Buy: Citizen The…
This Hogue Folder Packs MagnaCut Into a Surprisingly Light Build
Premium EDC knives can create an awkward tradeoff. Upgraded blade steel and hardware sound appealing, but premium folders can also become heavier and more elaborate than someone wants to carry every day. Price: $184.46 Where to Buy: Amazon The Hogue…
5 Googlebooks Announced for the New Android-Powered Laptop Era
Android phone owners have many laptop options, but few designed around phone integration. Googlebook combines Android apps and phone features with Chrome, Gemini, Linux tools, and premium hardware, using desktop foundations from ChromeOS. Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo are…
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Xiaomi Pad 9 Could Be the Android Tablet Sweet Spot, But There’s a Catch
A tablet makes sense when a laptop feels excessive and a phone feels cramped. Reading, streaming, notes, light document work, and split-screen multitasking are better on a device that is fast, comfortable, and affordable. Price: CNY 2,999 ($447) Where to…
Microsoft’s New Surface Mouse Adds Haptics to Everyday Clicks
Most people do not think much about a mouse until small annoyances pile up. You may switch between a laptop and desktop, spend hours aligning slides or resizing windows, or work in a shared space where loud clicks are distracting.…
5 Reasons Googlebook OS Could Be Google’s Most Interesting Laptop Move Yet
Android phone owners have plenty of Windows laptops and Chromebooks to choose from, but moving between phone and computer can still feel like moving between separate worlds. Files need to be transferred, mobile apps may not exist on the laptop,…
The Nikon Z5 IIC Makes Full-Frame Photography Feel More Like a Phone
Moving from a smartphone to a full-frame camera can feel like trading simplicity for image quality. Suddenly, there are exposure modes, autofocus settings, interchangeable lenses, and enough controls to make leaving the camera in Auto tempting. Price: $1,399.95 Where to…
FiiO DP11 Gives Your CD Collection a Place in a Modern Desktop Hi-Fi Setup
Streaming solved the problem of having thousands of albums within reach, but it created another one for anyone with a substantial CD collection. Those discs may still contain music you own and want to hear, yet fitting a traditional full-size…
Why the Orient Kamasu Still Nails the Affordable Dive Watch Formula
Shopping for an automatic dive-style watch that is often available under $500 usually means giving something up. The Orient Kamasu gives you sapphire crystal, 200-meter water resistance, and an in-house automatic movement in a 41.88mm stainless-steel case. At the time…
Cold Steel Tuff Lite Puts a Full-Size Grip Behind a 2.5-Inch Blade
Small pocket knives solve an obvious carry problem, but they can create another one. Shrink the entire knife around a short blade and eventually the handle becomes so small that you sacrifice gripping area just to save a little pocket…
Meta Muse Charm Wants to Put Your AI Assistant on Your Keychain
AI assistants are becoming capable of doing more than answering questions, but reaching them still usually means pulling out a phone, opening an app, or sitting in front of a computer. Meta thinks its new Muse assistant may eventually deserve…
This Compact SwitchBot Robot Vacuum Gets Stronger Without Getting Bigger
Robot vacuums can save cleaning time, but many take up more room than expected. Large robots struggle between tightly spaced furniture, while bulky self-emptying stations can become permanent fixtures that are difficult to hide. Price: $239.99 (Discounted from $399.99) Where…
Casio’s platinum-leaf MR-G is a very different kind of G-SHOCK anniversary watch
A G-SHOCK with platinum leaf on the dial sounds like a watch that belongs behind glass. Casio has built the MRG-B2100HR-1A for a wrist instead, using its shock-resistant MR-G construction as the canvas for an unusually hands-on 30th anniversary design.…
Xiaomi’s New Pro Max Packs an 8,500mAh Battery and a Rear Display
Choosing between a Pro phone and its larger Pro Max sibling often comes down to whether extra battery life and performance are worth a bigger device. Xiaomi’s new 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max make that choice more consequential: both…
Meta Connect 2026 puts Muse in your glasses and turns VR into something you might actually carry
I can see the appeal of asking my glasses about something in front of me, then having an AI agent do the next bit of work while my phone stays in my pocket. That was the thread running through Meta…
Ray-Ban Meta Audio Drops the Camera but Keeps the Smart Glasses Part
Smart glasses have a social problem that better cameras cannot completely solve. Even when you are not recording, the person sitting across from you still has to trust that the camera pointed in their direction is inactive. Price: From $349…
Microsoft’s 13-Inch Surface Laptop Gets Snapdragon X2 Plus and a Brighter Screen
Small laptops are easy to carry, but portability often forces buyers to compromise somewhere else. A compact machine might sacrifice battery life, ports, performance, or screen usability just to shave a little weight from your bag. Microsoft’s updated Surface Laptop…
The Amflow TL Carbon wants to take you from the commute to the trail
An e-bike that can haul a bag to work and still feel at home on a trail sounds like a good way to avoid owning two bikes. That’s the idea behind the Amflow TL Carbon, a full-suspension electric touring bike…
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Inspecs wants to put hearing aids inside prescription smart glasses
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. A pair of prescription glasses that also helps you hear is the part of Inspecs’ smart-glasses reveal I can’t stop thinking about. At the Snapdragon Summit day-two keynote, the eyewear maker…
Microsoft’s compact Surface PCs get Snapdragon X2 Plus and a new pen workspace
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. Microsoft used the stage to introduce second editions of its two smallest Surface PCs, both built around Snapdragon X2 Plus. The Surface Pro 12-inch is still a tablet you can turn…
Googlebook puts your Android phone closer to the laptop screen
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. If you’ve ever emailed yourself a photo because finding it on your laptop felt like more work, Googlebook is aimed at that little annoyance. I got hands-on with HP’s Googlebook 14…
Manchester United’s limited-edition Surface Laptop is one fans may have to win
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. The day-two keynote gave football fans their own laptop reveal: an exclusive Manchester United Surface Laptop. We got a first look and a QR-code chance to win one. We didn’t get…
Snapdragon Summit 2026: Qualcomm puts AI agents on smart glasses
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. Qualcomm put smart glasses inside its AI-agent plan during the Summit’s day-two Personal AI keynote. Ziad Asghar described a wearable that can sense what’s around you, understand your intent and respond…
Seiko Prospex Speedtimer HBJ005 Brings Edo Purple to a Familiar Solar Chronograph
At $775, the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer HBJ005 sells its anniversary styling more than any new chronograph hardware. It uses Seiko’s familiar V192 solar movement, then adds an Edo-purple and gold colorway, sapphire crystal, 10-bar water resistance, and an 8,000-piece production…
The ESEE 6P Isn’t Too Big, But It Does Need Justification
A compact fixed blade is relatively easy to justify in an outdoor kit. It doesn’t take up much room, and a three- or four-inch blade can handle plenty of routine cutting jobs. Step up to a 6.5-inch blade, and the…
Bentley Torcal Electric SUV
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Bugatti Residences Miami
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1995 Land Rover Range Rover County Classic
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The Ultimate Sneaker Book
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Nike Air Max 1000 Stone and Burgundy Crush
This 3D-printed Air Max reworks the original 1987 shoe with a laceless, slip-on design. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
BISSELL Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner
The BISSELL Little Green HydroSteam tackles fall’s toughest spills, stains, and messes. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Massimo Mini Truck
This retro mini truck borrows its look from the Land Rover Defender, hauling 300 lbs. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Barbour Icons Heritage Quilted Jacket
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Everyday Carry: Pyrite
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Porfidio 5 Year Anejo Extra LOT Y2007 Tequila
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Spruce Mobile Banking App
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Casio Pro-Trek PRJ-B001EX-1 Field Watch
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Hyperboot by Nike × Hyperice
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BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym
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How to Fix Photos When Straight Lines Are Askew (VIDEO)
This insightful tutorial from Adorama TV explains how easy it is to compensate for different straight lines in a photo that appear crooked and simply don't line up. It's a common problem indoors or out, and the solutions you'll learn in the video below are both effective and…
Why Photoshop Elements Is The Best $99 Investment Any Picture Taker Can Make
Adobe just released the latest versions of Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements. Last month we itemized what's new in 2026 for both. Today we take a closer look at the former and explain 1) Why Photoshop Elements is the ideal photo editor for 95% of all people who take…
REVIEW Wacom One 14: Ideal Gift For Any Creative
Wacom, the brand that artists, graphics professionals and photographers everywhere rely on, just introduced the Wacom One 14. It's full of features and fun, and it's amazingly affordable. But don't let the budget price fool you; there's a mountain of horsepower behind the…
Nature Photos That Pop: Use LR's Color Contrast Tools (VIDEO)
Here's another eye-opening tutorial from German landscape specialist Christian Mohrle whose popular YouTube channel is full of shooting and editing videos designed for photographers of all skill levels. Today's episode explains how to employ Lightroom's Color Contrast tools…
New Products From Peak Design: Leather & Rope Camera Straps & Toolless Tripod Mounting Plate
Peak Design , everyone's favorite supplier of camera carry solutions, just announced a new lineup of camera straps plus another innovative accessory. Dubbed the "Form" series, the new straps are available in full-grain leather or braided nylon/polyester rope, four sizes each,…
Recover Your Lightroom Catalog with a Simple Trick (VIDEO)
Have you ever panicked when opening Lightroom & discovering that your photos are missing for no apparent reason? If not, you've been fortunate so far but it's time to get prepared in case this annoyance happens in the future. Today's solution from British pro James Feaver…
3 Backlit Photo Techniques That All Shooters Must Know (VIDEO)
Today's quick tutorial is all about breaking one of those "rules" you learned when first starting out; namely, that you should strive to shoot with the sun at your back whenever possible. That's because this approach delivers predictable results, when your ultimate goal…
Seven GREAT Gift Ideas for Photographers & You
Priced from $4 to $66 (most under $30), here are 7 gifts all photo enthusiasts would appreciate this holiday season. And they're all available now on Amazon. (At the end, don't miss the Best Deal on an innovative product from the legendary accessory manufacturer SmallRig that…
FREE Copyright Guide For Photographers Written By Real Lawyers, Not Posers & Shysters
Do you own the copyright to your photos? By chance, did the contract you signed have a "work made for hire" clause? Do you get your legal advice from anonymous strangers online? The award-winning law firm DeWitt LLP offers an essential copyright guide that shows photographers…
Also covered by The Phoblographer
Announcing the Winners of the Art of Minimalism Photo Challenge
We’re delighted to announce the winners of the GuruShots' Art of Minimalism Photo Challenge! This competition invited photographers to strip scenes down to their essential elements, and the results were nothing short of breathtaking. Clean lines, intentional compositions, and…
15 Photos to Inspire You to Enter the Sony World Photography Awards 2027
The Sony World Photography Awards 2027 remain open for entry, and the World Photography Organization today announced the judges for this year's competition, the 20th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards. As part of the announcement, the Sony World Photography Awards…
Are We Out of Touch? | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team stands firm in their belief that camera brands are misunderstanding the "smartphone generation" as they call it. [ Read More ]
Jo Ann Chaus Delivers Photographs That Force You to Slow Down
When I look at the photos of Jo Ann Chaus, I'm sort of transported to a fantasy land of sorts involving a time now long lost. Her obsession with color and what appears to be a love of something almost around the Mad Men era speaks to a romantic side of us that's rooted more…
Custom Bracket for the Hasselblad XPan Finally Centers It on Tripods
The Hasselblad XPan (and the Japan-only Fujifilm TX-1) is a beloved camera that remains unique even today. But one part of the design is a bit annoying: the location of the tripod screw. A new bracket from Mutiny fixes that. [ Read More ]
The RodeCaster Video Series Now Does 4K Capture and Distribution
RØDE, hereafter referred to as "Rode," has released RodeCaster Video 1.4. It is a free, major firmware update for the company's all-in-one video production consoles, the RodeCaster Video, RodeCaster Video S, and RodeCaster Video Core. [ Read More ]
Why Exposure Isn’t a Setting: It’s a Decision
One issue in the photography community has always lingered, and only tenured photographers seem to grasp it: exposure is a decision, not a setting. [ Read More ]
The Composition Habit That Fixes Cluttered Street Photos
You keep taking pictures of anything that catches your eye, and back home they look off without any obvious reason why. Crowds pile up, harsh sun bites, and the frame reads as noise instead of a subject. [ Read More ]
Nikon Has Forgotten the Photographer
I love Nikon cameras. I've been using them since I bought a secondhand EL2 in 1984. I've owned more Nikon cameras than I care to remember, and just last month, I acquired an F from 1972. So this isn't an anti-Nikon article, nor am I arguing that Nikon makes bad cameras. Quite…
What Contact Sheets Reveal About How You Actually Shoot
Henri Cartier-Bresson's "decisive moment" shaped how you think about photography more than almost any other idea, yet plenty of newer shooters read it backward. That misreading quietly stunts a skill that separates strong photographers from average ones: knowing how to pick…
Leica’s Updated iPhone Camera App Has a Look Made By Steve McCurry
Leica Camera AG has launched Leica Lux 2.0, which it describes as the "most comprehensive update" yet to its iPhone photography app. [ Read More ]
Leica Expands iPhone Ecosystem With LUX Grip, New Gallery and McCurry Filter
Leica has created some fantastic accessories for the photography community. From flash units to camera straps, bags, and even film stock, Leica has a varied range of items in store for its users. As part of their growing lineup, especially for phone photographers, Leica is…
Kodak Apparel Opens Yet Another Store in South Korea
Another Kodak Apparel store has opened in Seoul, bringing the total to eight stores in the South Korean capital. [ Read More ]
Instagram Lets You Customize Your Grid Even More by Adding Tagged Posts
Instagram has added a new feature that allows users to add a post they're tagged in to their main grid. [ Read More ]
Retouch Skin and Clothing Without Ever Leaving Camera Raw
Adobe Camera Raw now handles a full retouching workflow, blemish removal included, without pushing you into layers and manual cloning. The new one-click Remove tool runs on AI, finds imperfections you might miss on your own, and gives you sliders to pull the effect back…
Meta Says Its New VR Glasses Are IMAX Compatible
Meta has announced a new pair of VR glasses that the company says are "the first IMAX-enhanced certified VR device ever." [ Read More ]
Nikon Announces New Z5IIC
Nikon has announced the Z5IIC, a smaller, viewfinder-less version of its Z5II full frame mirrorless camera built around the rear screen, available for preorder now at $1,399.95 body only and shipping in mid-October. [ Read More ]
The Nikon Z5 IIC Is a Simpler but Cheaper Full-Frame Creator Camera
Nikon has announced the Z5 IIC, a simplified version of the Z5 II that removes the EVF, reduces the quality of the rear LCD, drops the dual card slots, and cuts out the AF joystick in exchange for $450 in savings. For many, that might be enough of a discount to pick one up. […
Also covered by Fstoppers, The Phoblographer
DJI Osmo 360 II Brings New 360 Imaging Capabilities, Built on 12 Years of Innovation
DJI just gave the 360 camera market something to catch up to. Building on more than 12 years of imaging expertise, the Osmo 360 II delivers new capabilities rooted in a shared lineage from previous generations of DJI's creative camera technology, from the Osmo 360 to the…
Reading Without the Clutter: Why We Built an Ad-Free Subscription
Banner ads are one of the more dependable ways a website like this stays funded, but they also come at a cost to the reading experience: more clutter, more distraction, more things loading on the page than the article you actually came for. Our ad-free subscription exists to…
Microsoft’s New Surface Devices Are Faster, Brighter, and More Efficient
Today at Snapdragon Summit, Microsoft unveiled its next-generation Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch, both powered by the Snapdragon X2 Plus processor. [ Read More ]
Mathieu Forget’s Portraits Capture People Frozen In Time and Space
Everything feels like a blessing when you make the dreams in your head a reality. This is certainly true for former elite tennis player turned photographer, Mathieu Forget. [ Read More ]
Xiaomi’s Gorgeous New 18 Series Phones With Triple Leica Cameras Will Go Global
Xiaomi has officially launched the very first phones powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Elite Extreme and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips, less than a day after the chips were unveiled. The Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max promise plenty of compelling camera…
How Long Will Your Canon Camera Really Last?
Canon cameras are rarely destroyed due to a single failure. It's usually with slower challenges, such as using the shutter a thousand times, a weather seal that is way past its limit, or a battery that does not last a whole day. The company has been very clear about how long…
The Chronos Q12 High-Speed APS-C Camera Shoots Nearly 7,500 FPS
Kron Technologies has announced the Chronos Q12, a high-speed camera designed to capture up to 2.5K resolution at extremely fast frame rates for situations where the company says capturing the right moment with the right level of detail is critical. [ Read More ]
Leica M Lenses Can Now Autofocus on Canon Mirrorless: We Review the Megadap M2RF Adapter
For a long time, I considered myself a manual focus purist—not because manual glass should strictly be used manually, but because there simply wasn't a way for me to autofocus it with my existing systems. It really isn't much of an issue; with constant practice, gauging…
Stanford AI-Edits Photo to Change Student’s Race and Gender
Stanford University violated its own policies after using AI to swap out a Hispanic male student with a Black female student in a school photograph. [ Read More ]
Adobe Has Closed Its Purchase of Topaz Labs, Topaz Stays a Separate Brand
Adobe has completed its acquisition of Topaz Labs, the company behind the upscaling and enhancement models a lot of photographers and editors already run on their own files. Topaz Labs continues as a standalone brand, its apps and models stay available on their own, and its…
Also covered by PetaPixel
Off-Camera Flash When the Weather Won't Cooperate
Rain forecast for hours, gone in two minutes, followed by sun, clouds, wind, and a location that shut down mid-shoot. That's the exact scenario behind this off-camera flash session, and it turns into a lesson far more useful than the tidy tutorial that was planned. [ Read More ]
The $199 L-Mount Fifty That Outresolves a Lens Twice Its Price
A $199 fifty that outresolves a Panasonic 50mm at double the price and half the weight is the kind of result that reshuffles a whole lens lineup. That is exactly what happened when the Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 landed on L-mount this week. [ Read More ]
Canon R4 Spotted on Adobe’s Camera List, But What Does It Mean
Canon has some wonderful cameras in their portfolio. The R1 and the R5 series are designed for full frame users, while the R6 and R8 series are for beginners who want a full-frame camera. It now appears a new camera now appears, the Canon R4, on the radar, which briefly…
The One-Camera, One-Lens Rule That Fixes Rangefinder Frustration
Buying a Leica M11, struggling with it, and selling it within a couple of months is a cycle plenty of shooters know well. The rangefinder demands patience most digital cameras have trained out of you, and that gap between wanting the camera and actually using it is where the…
How f-Stops Work When You Change Focal Length
A 50mm at f/4 has a physically larger opening than an 18mm at f/1.8, yet the wider-angle lens is the faster of the two. That contradiction sits at the center of how apertures actually behave once you start swapping focal lengths. [ Read More ]
Our Favorite Image Profiles for People of Color
For over a decade now, here on the Phoblographer both I and several other writers for the site have been talking about making images for people of color. It's been proven for a long time that photography wasn't totally developed for those of us with darker skin tones. But as…
Motorola’s Stylish New Phone ‘Pushes the Boundaries’ of Mobile Photography
Today at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, where Qualcomm unveiled its new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Mobile Platform, Motorola took the stage to unveil its most advanced and powerful smartphone, the Signature 27. Motorola says its new flagship phone pushes the boundaries…
Evoto 8.0 Brings New Editing and Culling Features
Evoto has attracted a lot of attention in the past 5 years or so. When you consider Adobe’s decades-long domination of the editing and retouching space, that is a major accomplishment. Today, Evoto has announced a major update with a variety of new culling and editing…
How the First Photograph of a Snowflake Took a Vermont Farmer 46 Years
Wilson Alwyn Bentley made the first photograph of a single snow crystal on January 15, 1885, in an unheated shed behind his family's farmhouse in Jericho, Vermont. He was nineteen, a few weeks short of his twentieth birthday, working a bellows camera bolted to a microscope on…
Now available for order: the new Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount
The new Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount is now open for orders (previous coverage | product page | additional information). Here are the details on the new lens: Pricing Black aluminum (290g): $368 Silver gray chrome-plated brass (385g): $548…
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Leica digest #250
→ Viltrox will announce four new L-mount lenses next week (previously reported here; Viltrox currently has two L-mount lenses; use code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off): Viltrox AF 14mm f/4 Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 → Insta360 and Leica bring…
Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount
Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount: B&H Photo WEX Photo Foto Erhardt Additional information on the new lens: Full-Frame | f/2.5 to f/22 Ultracompact Prime Lens Strong Low-Light Performance, Soft Bokeh Supports Crop Zoom Minimum…
Why Exposure Isn’t a Setting: It’s a Decision
One issue in the photography community has always lingered, and only tenured photographers seem to grasp it: exposure is a decision, not a setting. [ Read More ]
The Composition Habit That Fixes Cluttered Street Photos
You keep taking pictures of anything that catches your eye, and back home they look off without any obvious reason why. Crowds pile up, harsh sun bites, and the frame reads as noise instead of a subject. [ Read More ]
Nikon Has Forgotten the Photographer
I love Nikon cameras. I've been using them since I bought a secondhand EL2 in 1984. I've owned more Nikon cameras than I care to remember, and just last month, I acquired an F from 1972. So this isn't an anti-Nikon article, nor am I arguing that Nikon makes bad cameras. Quite…
What Contact Sheets Reveal About How You Actually Shoot
Henri Cartier-Bresson's "decisive moment" shaped how you think about photography more than almost any other idea, yet plenty of newer shooters read it backward. That misreading quietly stunts a skill that separates strong photographers from average ones: knowing how to pick…
Retouch Skin and Clothing Without Ever Leaving Camera Raw
Adobe Camera Raw now handles a full retouching workflow, blemish removal included, without pushing you into layers and manual cloning. The new one-click Remove tool runs on AI, finds imperfections you might miss on your own, and gives you sliders to pull the effect back…
Viltrox's Tiny 20mm f/2.8 Air Lens Comes to L-Mount
At $168, the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air is likely one of the cheapest full-frame 20mm autofocus lenses on the market. L-mount shooters now have it as an option, part of a batch of four affordable Viltrox primes arriving for the system this week. [ Read More ]
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The Full Frame Camera Built for People Coming From Their Phones
Nikon built a full frame camera without a viewfinder, added automatic scene modes for the first time on a full frame body, and aimed the whole thing squarely at people leaving their phones behind. The Nikon Z5IIC strips away features many shooters assume are essential, and…
Nikon Announces New Z5IIC
Nikon has announced the Z5IIC, a smaller, viewfinder-less version of its Z5II full frame mirrorless camera built around the rear screen, available for preorder now at $1,399.95 body only and shipping in mid-October. [ Read More ]
DJI Osmo 360 II Brings New 360 Imaging Capabilities, Built on 12 Years of Innovation
DJI just gave the 360 camera market something to catch up to. Building on more than 12 years of imaging expertise, the Osmo 360 II delivers new capabilities rooted in a shared lineage from previous generations of DJI's creative camera technology, from the Osmo 360 to the…
Full Frame Is 24x36mm Because a Leitz Engineer Doubled a Movie Frame in 1913
The short side of a full frame sensor is a silent-movie measurement. Cinema's full aperture ran about 24.89mm across the strip, from one row of perforations to the other, and when Oskar Barnack turned that film on its side in a workshop at Ernst Leitz in Wetzlar, that number…
Leica M Lenses Can Now Autofocus on Canon Mirrorless: We Review the Megadap M2RF Adapter
For a long time, I considered myself a manual focus purist—not because manual glass should strictly be used manually, but because there simply wasn't a way for me to autofocus it with my existing systems. It really isn't much of an issue; with constant practice, gauging…
Adobe Has Closed Its Purchase of Topaz Labs, Topaz Stays a Separate Brand
Adobe has completed its acquisition of Topaz Labs, the company behind the upscaling and enhancement models a lot of photographers and editors already run on their own files. Topaz Labs continues as a standalone brand, its apps and models stay available on their own, and its…
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Off-Camera Flash When the Weather Won't Cooperate
Rain forecast for hours, gone in two minutes, followed by sun, clouds, wind, and a location that shut down mid-shoot. That's the exact scenario behind this off-camera flash session, and it turns into a lesson far more useful than the tidy tutorial that was planned. [ Read More ]
The $199 L-Mount Fifty That Outresolves a Lens Twice Its Price
A $199 fifty that outresolves a Panasonic 50mm at double the price and half the weight is the kind of result that reshuffles a whole lens lineup. That is exactly what happened when the Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 landed on L-mount this week. [ Read More ]
The One-Camera, One-Lens Rule That Fixes Rangefinder Frustration
Buying a Leica M11, struggling with it, and selling it within a couple of months is a cycle plenty of shooters know well. The rangefinder demands patience most digital cameras have trained out of you, and that gap between wanting the camera and actually using it is where the…
How f-Stops Work When You Change Focal Length
A 50mm at f/4 has a physically larger opening than an 18mm at f/1.8, yet the wider-angle lens is the faster of the two. That contradiction sits at the center of how apertures actually behave once you start swapping focal lengths. [ Read More ]
Evoto 8.0 Brings New Editing and Culling Features
Evoto has attracted a lot of attention in the past 5 years or so. When you consider Adobe’s decades-long domination of the editing and retouching space, that is a major accomplishment. Today, Evoto has announced a major update with a variety of new culling and editing…
How the First Photograph of a Snowflake Took a Vermont Farmer 46 Years
Wilson Alwyn Bentley made the first photograph of a single snow crystal on January 15, 1885, in an unheated shed behind his family's farmhouse in Jericho, Vermont. He was nineteen, a few weeks short of his twentieth birthday, working a bellows camera bolted to a microscope on…
Viltrox announced four new AIR lenses for L-mount: 14mm f/4, 20mm f/2.8, 40mm f/2.5, and 50mm f/2
The previously reported four new Viltrox AIR lenses for L-mount are now officially announced and available for order (Viltrox already had two L-mount lenses): Viltrox online store: use code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off Amazon US | Amazon DE B&H Photo Pricing and availability:…
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Also now available: Lailens 50mm f/1.5 Kino Plasmat lens for M-mount
In addition to the Lailens 35mm f/3.5, the Lailens 50mm f/1.5 Kino Plasmat lens for M-mount is now also finally available for sale on eBay: Black version Silver version Previous coverage and additional information on the Lailens 50mm f/1.5 lens can be found here: A new…
Now available for order: the new Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount
The new Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount is now open for orders (previous coverage | product page | additional information). Here are the details on the new lens: Pricing Black aluminum (290g): $368 Silver gray chrome-plated brass (385g): $548…
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Leica digest #250
→ Viltrox will announce four new L-mount lenses next week (previously reported here; Viltrox currently has two L-mount lenses; use code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off): Viltrox AF 14mm f/4 Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 → Insta360 and Leica bring…
Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount
Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount: B&H Photo WEX Photo Foto Erhardt Additional information on the new lens: Full-Frame | f/2.5 to f/22 Ultracompact Prime Lens Strong Low-Light Performance, Soft Bokeh Supports Crop Zoom Minimum…
15 Photos to Inspire You to Enter the Sony World Photography Awards 2027
The Sony World Photography Awards 2027 remain open for entry, and the World Photography Organization today announced the judges for this year's competition, the 20th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards. As part of the announcement, the Sony World Photography Awards…
Are We Out of Touch? | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team stands firm in their belief that camera brands are misunderstanding the "smartphone generation" as they call it. [ Read More ]
Custom Bracket for the Hasselblad XPan Finally Centers It on Tripods
The Hasselblad XPan (and the Japan-only Fujifilm TX-1) is a beloved camera that remains unique even today. But one part of the design is a bit annoying: the location of the tripod screw. A new bracket from Mutiny fixes that. [ Read More ]
The RodeCaster Video Series Now Does 4K Capture and Distribution
RØDE, hereafter referred to as "Rode," has released RodeCaster Video 1.4. It is a free, major firmware update for the company's all-in-one video production consoles, the RodeCaster Video, RodeCaster Video S, and RodeCaster Video Core. [ Read More ]
Leica’s Updated iPhone Camera App Has a Look Made By Steve McCurry
Leica Camera AG has launched Leica Lux 2.0, which it describes as the "most comprehensive update" yet to its iPhone photography app. [ Read More ]
Kodak Apparel Opens Yet Another Store in South Korea
Another Kodak Apparel store has opened in Seoul, bringing the total to eight stores in the South Korean capital. [ Read More ]
Instagram Lets You Customize Your Grid Even More by Adding Tagged Posts
Instagram has added a new feature that allows users to add a post they're tagged in to their main grid. [ Read More ]
Meta Says Its New VR Glasses Are IMAX Compatible
Meta has announced a new pair of VR glasses that the company says are "the first IMAX-enhanced certified VR device ever." [ Read More ]
Nikon Z5 IIC Review: Smaller, Prettier, and Mostly Capable
Upon its release in 2025, the Nikon Z5 II ($1,849) immediately became one of PetaPixel’s go-to recommendations for an entry-level full-frame camera. It is surprisingly full-featured and capable, which led to a price increase over the original Z5. Now we have the Z5 IIC…
The Nikon Z5 IIC Is a Simpler but Cheaper Full-Frame Creator Camera
Nikon has announced the Z5 IIC, a simplified version of the Z5 II that removes the EVF, reduces the quality of the rear LCD, drops the dual card slots, and cuts out the AF joystick in exchange for $450 in savings. For many, that might be enough of a discount to pick one up. […
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Shin Noguchi’s Celebrated Japanese Street Photography Featured in a Deck of Cards
Japanese street photographer Shin Noguchi's images have been shown in exhibits worldwide and featured in many renowned publications. He has been part of Leica's 70th-anniversary M-System campaign and its recent 100th-anniversary celebrations. Now Noguchi's striking work has…
Microsoft’s New Surface Devices Are Faster, Brighter, and More Efficient
Today at Snapdragon Summit, Microsoft unveiled its next-generation Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch, both powered by the Snapdragon X2 Plus processor. [ Read More ]
Mathieu Forget’s Portraits Capture People Frozen In Time and Space
Everything feels like a blessing when you make the dreams in your head a reality. This is certainly true for former elite tennis player turned photographer, Mathieu Forget. [ Read More ]
Xiaomi’s Gorgeous New 18 Series Phones With Triple Leica Cameras Will Go Global
Xiaomi has officially launched the very first phones powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Elite Extreme and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips, less than a day after the chips were unveiled. The Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max promise plenty of compelling camera…
The Chronos Q12 High-Speed APS-C Camera Shoots Nearly 7,500 FPS
Kron Technologies has announced the Chronos Q12, a high-speed camera designed to capture up to 2.5K resolution at extremely fast frame rates for situations where the company says capturing the right moment with the right level of detail is critical. [ Read More ]
Stanford AI-Edits Photo to Change Student’s Race and Gender
Stanford University violated its own policies after using AI to swap out a Hispanic male student with a Black female student in a school photograph. [ Read More ]
Adobe Completes Acquisition of Topaz Labs and Says Topaz Will Remain Its Own Brand
Adobe announced in June that it had entered an agreement to purchase Topaz Labs, a software company best known for its AI-based upscaling technology for photos and videos. As of today, the acquisition is now complete, and Adobe fully owns Topaz Labs. [ Read More ]
Natural Landscape Photography Awards Shows Nature As It Truly Is
The Natural Landscape Photography Awards (NLPA) has announced its latest winners, a collection of beautiful landscape and nature photos that emphasize realism and authenticity. [ Read More ]
Motorola’s Stylish New Phone ‘Pushes the Boundaries’ of Mobile Photography
Today at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, where Qualcomm unveiled its new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Mobile Platform, Motorola took the stage to unveil its most advanced and powerful smartphone, the Signature 27. Motorola says its new flagship phone pushes the boundaries…
Viltrox Is Bringing Its Full Line of Air Series Primes to L-Mount
Viltrox has announced that it is bringing its full line of Air Series primes to Leica L-mount: the 14mm f/4, 50mm f/2, 40mm f/2.5, and 20mm f/2.8. [ Read More ]
Jo Ann Chaus Delivers Photographs That Force You to Slow Down
When I look at the photos of Jo Ann Chaus, I'm sort of transported to a fantasy land of sorts involving a time now long lost. Her obsession with color and what appears to be a love of something almost around the Mad Men era speaks to a romantic side of us that's rooted more…
Leica Expands iPhone Ecosystem With LUX Grip, New Gallery and McCurry Filter
Leica has created some fantastic accessories for the photography community. From flash units to camera straps, bags, and even film stock, Leica has a varied range of items in store for its users. As part of their growing lineup, especially for phone photographers, Leica is…
Why Manual Focus? The Guide for Photographers Only Shooting Digital
Autofocus does a great job; but it's a tool that should really only be used sparingly. As a high-functioning blind man, I can attest to the idea that manually focusing a lens will make you compose a scene differently as well as make you rethink how you're making the…
Nikon Z5 II C Review: They Made Another Street Photography Camera
The Nikon Z5 II C is a fantastic camera in so many different ways mostly because of the form factor. The influencers will tell you that it's not a real camera because there is no viewfinder, but truthfully, you don't really need one if you know how to zone focus for street…
Reading Without the Clutter: Why We Built an Ad-Free Subscription
Banner ads are one of the more dependable ways a website like this stays funded, but they also come at a cost to the reading experience: more clutter, more distraction, more things loading on the page than the article you actually came for. Our ad-free subscription exists to…
How Long Will Your Canon Camera Really Last?
Canon cameras are rarely destroyed due to a single failure. It's usually with slower challenges, such as using the shutter a thousand times, a weather seal that is way past its limit, or a battery that does not last a whole day. The company has been very clear about how long…
Canon R4 Spotted on Adobe’s Camera List, But What Does It Mean
Canon has some wonderful cameras in their portfolio. The R1 and the R5 series are designed for full frame users, while the R6 and R8 series are for beginners who want a full-frame camera. It now appears a new camera now appears, the Canon R4, on the radar, which briefly…
Our Favorite Image Profiles for People of Color
For over a decade now, here on the Phoblographer both I and several other writers for the site have been talking about making images for people of color. It's been proven for a long time that photography wasn't totally developed for those of us with darker skin tones. But as…
How to Fix Photos When Straight Lines Are Askew (VIDEO)
This insightful tutorial from Adorama TV explains how easy it is to compensate for different straight lines in a photo that appear crooked and simply don't line up. It's a common problem indoors or out, and the solutions you'll learn in the video below are both effective and…
Why Photoshop Elements Is The Best $99 Investment Any Picture Taker Can Make
Adobe just released the latest versions of Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements. Last month we itemized what's new in 2026 for both. Today we take a closer look at the former and explain 1) Why Photoshop Elements is the ideal photo editor for 95% of all people who take…
REVIEW Wacom One 14: Ideal Gift For Any Creative
Wacom, the brand that artists, graphics professionals and photographers everywhere rely on, just introduced the Wacom One 14. It's full of features and fun, and it's amazingly affordable. But don't let the budget price fool you; there's a mountain of horsepower behind the…
Nature Photos That Pop: Use LR's Color Contrast Tools (VIDEO)
Here's another eye-opening tutorial from German landscape specialist Christian Mohrle whose popular YouTube channel is full of shooting and editing videos designed for photographers of all skill levels. Today's episode explains how to employ Lightroom's Color Contrast tools…
New Products From Peak Design: Leather & Rope Camera Straps & Toolless Tripod Mounting Plate
Peak Design , everyone's favorite supplier of camera carry solutions, just announced a new lineup of camera straps plus another innovative accessory. Dubbed the "Form" series, the new straps are available in full-grain leather or braided nylon/polyester rope, four sizes each,…
Recover Your Lightroom Catalog with a Simple Trick (VIDEO)
Have you ever panicked when opening Lightroom & discovering that your photos are missing for no apparent reason? If not, you've been fortunate so far but it's time to get prepared in case this annoyance happens in the future. Today's solution from British pro James Feaver…
3 Backlit Photo Techniques That All Shooters Must Know (VIDEO)
Today's quick tutorial is all about breaking one of those "rules" you learned when first starting out; namely, that you should strive to shoot with the sun at your back whenever possible. That's because this approach delivers predictable results, when your ultimate goal…
Seven GREAT Gift Ideas for Photographers & You
Priced from $4 to $66 (most under $30), here are 7 gifts all photo enthusiasts would appreciate this holiday season. And they're all available now on Amazon. (At the end, don't miss the Best Deal on an innovative product from the legendary accessory manufacturer SmallRig that…
FREE Copyright Guide For Photographers Written By Real Lawyers, Not Posers & Shysters
Do you own the copyright to your photos? By chance, did the contract you signed have a "work made for hire" clause? Do you get your legal advice from anonymous strangers online? The award-winning law firm DeWitt LLP offers an essential copyright guide that shows photographers…
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Announcing the Winners of the Art of Minimalism Photo Challenge
We’re delighted to announce the winners of the GuruShots' Art of Minimalism Photo Challenge! This competition invited photographers to strip scenes down to their essential elements, and the results were nothing short of breathtaking. Clean lines, intentional compositions, and…
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Celebrating a New Home for Watch Enthusiasts in Eastern Montana with Citizen Watch America and Riddle’s Jewelers
Last week, Worn & Wound and Citizen Watch America headed west to Billings, Montana, for an evening of watches, conversation, and a little bit of Windup Watch Fair previewing at Riddle’s Jewelry’s Shiloh location. Following our enthusiast night in Salt Lake, the Billings event…
Hands-On: BA111OD’s Chapter 7 Skeleton Gets a Light and Airy Stainless Steel Build
I had heard the name but was not aware of the unforgettable spelling until I got a sample of my first BA111OD watch, the latest addition to the brand’s catalog: the Chapter 7 Skeleton. While BA111OD traces its roots back deep into the history of watchmaking, its modern…
MB&F goes bananas with the Caran d’Ache GorillaSharpener
MB&F and Caran d’Ache go ape with the GorillaSharpener, a CHF 850 mechanical gorilla that turns sharpening a pencil into an art form. The post MB&F goes bananas with the Caran d’Ache GorillaSharpener appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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A Personal Trip Down Memory Lane With The New Glashütte Original 70s Series
Immediately after I saw the images of the new Glashütte Original 70s series, I was intrigued. With the square case shape and textured dials, these new watches instantly reminded me of a classic Citizen watch my father wore in the 1980s, which I still have at home. As you’ll…
Introducing: The Longines Spirit Pilot And Spirit Pilot Flyback In Blue (Live Pics)
A new dial color may seem minor, but it gives both watches a new, more contemporary aesthetic. What We Know Not all of the releases we cover are horological heavy hitters or groundbreaking mechanical inventions. Yes, plenty are, but sometimes a simple new dial color is worth…
Also covered by Monochrome Watches, Time+Tide Watches
The Makina Azazel_I Outgrows Local Time And Adds A GMT Complication
A little over a year ago, I reviewed the Makina Azazel_I. This futuristic-looking watch from the young Filipino brand features clever design tricks that make it hard to forget. And now, a year on, Makina is presenting a new version of the Azazel_I that keeps the same concept…
Introducing: The Newly Revamped Breguet Marine 5517 Time-and-Date And 5527 Chronograph
The case remains the same, but new dials, straps, and a few movement tweaks result in a new look. What We Know A refresh of Breguet's Marine line, inspired by Abraham-Louis Breguet's history of marine chronometers and scientific instruments, has been coming for some time now.…
Also covered by Fratello, Monochrome Watches, Time+Tide Watches, Worn & Wound
Formex’s field watch takes to the skies with new Formex AirField 40mm Automatic
Formex turns its field watch into a pilot’s watch with the new AirField 40mm Automatic model. With a pilot’s watch-inspired dial and hand set, the AirField features the new Sellita SW200-2 Power+ and a hardened titanium case. Available in four different colours, the Formex…
Also covered by Monochrome Watches
Fratello Talks: If We Could Only Keep One Watch From Our Collection
What if you had to choose just one watch from your entire collection and let everything else go? No backups, no rotation, and no keeping that one watch you rarely wear “just in case.” In this episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Daan take on that particularly difficult…
Six of the Most Obscure Watch and Car Tie-Ins You’ve Likely Never Heard Of
In terms of analog intricacy and an unyielding enthusiasm for the vintage and enduring, watches and the automotive realm are a natural A-to-B: it should come as no surprise that the Venn diagram of watch nerds and automotive nerds is eerily close to a circle. Yet, there’s…
The Business of Watches Podcast: Czapek & Cie. CEO And Co-Founder Xavier de Roquemaurel
Strap in for an in-depth discussion on the decade-long adventure that the revived Czapek brand has driven. Xavier de Roquemaurel discloses the highlights, the dark periods, and where he hopes to take the historic independent marque next. This week on The Business of Watches,…
Introducing: Grönefeld Brings Back Its Four Greatest Hits With The New 1941 Quadrivium
The discontinued One Hertz, Parallax Tourbillon, and Remontoire get new life, all in one very complicated watch. What We Know It's always a great day when we get news from Bart and Tim Grönefeld. But this time, the news came with a lot of anticipation, as I've been getting a…
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New Release: The Grand Seiko Elegance SBGW325
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Grand Seiko revisits one of the quieter milestones in its modern mechanical history with the new SBGW325, a 600-piece limited edition inspired by the SBGW003 of 2001. Retaining the compact proportions and…
Staff Picks: The Watches We Wore This Summer
Summer may be slipping away, but there's still time to talk about watches. Summer is over. Okay, maybe not quite — there's still some hot weather to be wrung out over the next few weeks (although I have noticed more than a few sweaters being broken out around the Hodinkee…
First Look – The new Nivada Grenchen F77 MKII 100 Years Brings Stone Dials and a More Powerful Movement
Relaunched in 2020 under Guillaume Laidet’s creative direction (also behind the Vulcain and Space One brands), now-100-year-old Nivada Grenchen has focused on historical models, updating vintage references without losing their original character. Alongside the Antarctic and…
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Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts — in two very different flavours
Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts in two very different flavours: Guilloché and Blue Enamel. The post Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts — in two very different flavours appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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New: MeisterSinger NL Edition Tulip
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors MeisterSinger, the one hand watch specialist releases their annual edition for the Dutch market. This novelty has a stylised Tulip on the dial. Priced at just below EUR 3k, it is available immediately. Our insider…
New Release: H. Moser Off-Grid | Hands-on, Price and Live Photographs
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors H. Moser stirs up the pot once again with a watch that pivots from its high-end mechanical roots and provides an entry level alternative. The watch is cased in a Streamliner like case, has complicated functions, but…
The Champagne Journal: The Best Bottles Experienced for August 26
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Yes, I am late for this journal entry. I was super pre-occupied with GWD26 during the first week of September, where I usually document what was consumed the month before. But I have just returned home from the show…
DuBois et fils DBF010
DuBois et fils DBF010 Watch Review The inaugural version of the DuBois et fils DBF010, the DBF010-01, a limited edition of 11 pieces, was unveiled at the company’s AGM in 2025. All examples of this limited edition model were eagerly snapped up by shareholders. However, the…
Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom
Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom Watch Review Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom is a series of ‘miniature works of art’ comprising six concept watches, each employing different artisanal techniques. Part of the Maison’s ‘One of Not…
TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm
TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm Watch Review The release of the new TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm comes 50 years after the unveiling of the inaugural Heuer Monza. This model employs contemporary materials while retaining the legendary looks of the 1976…
Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1
Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1 Watch Review The Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1 is the latest chapter in a story that began in 2022. The product of 3 years of research and development, the excellence of the FB 3 was recognised in 2023 with the award of…
Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035
Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035 Watch Review The Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035 is a new addition to the Evolution 9 collection. The dial, inspired by the flowing river that winds through the Genbi Valley, is presented in a captivating shade of turquoise…
New Release: Caran d’Ache x MB&F GorillaSharpener
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors In another show of extraordinary creativity, MB&F celebrates World Gorilla Day with a superbly weird and wonderful pencil sharpener. Dubbed GorillaSharpener, this is a design MB&F and made by Caran d’Ache. This is a…
New Release: The Grand Seiko Elegance SBGW325
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Grand Seiko revisits one of the quieter milestones in its modern mechanical history with the new SBGW325, a 600-piece limited edition inspired by the SBGW003 of 2001. Retaining the compact proportions and…
New: MeisterSinger NL Edition Tulip
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors MeisterSinger, the one hand watch specialist releases their annual edition for the Dutch market. This novelty has a stylised Tulip on the dial. Priced at just below EUR 3k, it is available immediately. Our insider…
New Release: H. Moser Off-Grid | Hands-on, Price and Live Photographs
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors H. Moser stirs up the pot once again with a watch that pivots from its high-end mechanical roots and provides an entry level alternative. The watch is cased in a Streamliner like case, has complicated functions, but…
The Champagne Journal: The Best Bottles Experienced for August 26
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Yes, I am late for this journal entry. I was super pre-occupied with GWD26 during the first week of September, where I usually document what was consumed the month before. But I have just returned home from the show…
A Personal Trip Down Memory Lane With The New Glashütte Original 70s Series
Immediately after I saw the images of the new Glashütte Original 70s series, I was intrigued. With the square case shape and textured dials, these new watches instantly reminded me of a classic Citizen watch my father wore in the 1980s, which I still have at home. As you’ll…
The Makina Azazel_I Outgrows Local Time And Adds A GMT Complication
A little over a year ago, I reviewed the Makina Azazel_I. This futuristic-looking watch from the young Filipino brand features clever design tricks that make it hard to forget. And now, a year on, Makina is presenting a new version of the Azazel_I that keeps the same concept…
Fresh Faces For The Sporty Breguet Marine 5517 And Chronographe 5527
As their names already suggest, the Tradition and Classique are Breguet’s classic-looking models, perfect for dressier occasions. But what if you want a sportier, water-resistant watch from the maison that made timepieces for royalty and emperors? Breguet has you covered with…
Celebrating With The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin 30th Anniversary
Today, Vacheron Constantin launches a special Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin to celebrate the collection’s 30th anniversary. This limited edition of 200 pieces pairs an 18K white gold case with a new, lighter azure dial. Although the underlying watch debuted in 2016,…
Flieger Or Dresser: Which Glashütte Original Senator Chronograph Suits Your Style?
Just before summer, Glashütte Original invited us to its manufacture in eastern Germany. It was a great way for me to get to know the brand a little better. But the most important reason for the visit was the presentation of a few new releases. Jorg will cover the new 70s…
Fratello Talks: If We Could Only Keep One Watch From Our Collection
What if you had to choose just one watch from your entire collection and let everything else go? No backups, no rotation, and no keeping that one watch you rarely wear “just in case.” In this episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Daan take on that particularly difficult…
A Sumptuous Centenary: Hands-On With The New Nivada F77 MKII Stone Dials Collection
Although Nivada Grenchen re-entered the market in 2020 after decades of absence, its roots date back to its original establishment in 1926. To celebrate the 100th anniversary, Nivada is releasing seven new dial variations for one of its most popular models, which also…
Channeling My Inner Explorer With The Brand-New Héron Continental
Héron has slowly been expanding its catalog. Earlier this year, the young Montreal-based brand introduced updated versions of its Marinor dive watch, which Mike reviewed. Now, Héron is introducing the completely new Continental collection. It’s a series of three…
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin's 30th Anniversary Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Limited Edition
Throwing it back to the original Overseas, the brand celebrates a big 3-OH milestone. What We Know The hottest Vacheron Constantin collection is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary this year, and the brand is paying tribute with a new version of one of my personal favorite…
Introducing: The Longines Spirit Pilot And Spirit Pilot Flyback In Blue (Live Pics)
A new dial color may seem minor, but it gives both watches a new, more contemporary aesthetic. What We Know Not all of the releases we cover are horological heavy hitters or groundbreaking mechanical inventions. Yes, plenty are, but sometimes a simple new dial color is worth…
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Introducing: The Newly Revamped Breguet Marine 5517 Time-and-Date And 5527 Chronograph
The case remains the same, but new dials, straps, and a few movement tweaks result in a new look. What We Know A refresh of Breguet's Marine line, inspired by Abraham-Louis Breguet's history of marine chronometers and scientific instruments, has been coming for some time now.…
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The Business of Watches Podcast: Czapek & Cie. CEO And Co-Founder Xavier de Roquemaurel
Strap in for an in-depth discussion on the decade-long adventure that the revived Czapek brand has driven. Xavier de Roquemaurel discloses the highlights, the dark periods, and where he hopes to take the historic independent marque next. This week on The Business of Watches,…
Introducing: Grönefeld Brings Back Its Four Greatest Hits With The New 1941 Quadrivium
The discontinued One Hertz, Parallax Tourbillon, and Remontoire get new life, all in one very complicated watch. What We Know It's always a great day when we get news from Bart and Tim Grönefeld. But this time, the news came with a lot of anticipation, as I've been getting a…
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Staff Picks: The Watches We Wore This Summer
Summer may be slipping away, but there's still time to talk about watches. Summer is over. Okay, maybe not quite — there's still some hot weather to be wrung out over the next few weeks (although I have noticed more than a few sweaters being broken out around the Hodinkee…
Value Proposition – Formex Takes its Field Watch to the Air with the New AirField Titanium Pilot’s Watch
In 2022, Formex launched the Field Automatic, a 41mm titanium field watch developed with the brand’s signature focus on practical engineering. The series was refined in 2025 with the Field Automatic Gen 2, boasting a slimmer 40mm case, a reworked two-part dial and a more…
First Look – Longines Expands the Spirit Pilot Collection with Four New Sky Blue References
The Longines Spirit collection was launched in 2020 and has since evolved into one of the brand’s main contemporary families, offering watches with vintage-inspired aviation cues yet with modern specifications. The range now comprises six models, including the Spirit Pilot…
Introducing – Breguet Updates its Marine 5517 and Marine Chronograph 5527 with More Refined Dials
While Breguet is mostly known for its classic watches adorned with guiloché dials and the numerous inventions of its founder, Abraham-Louis Breguet, the venerable manufacture nevertheless holds two sportier collections: one intended for aviation (the Type XX), the other for…
First Look – Vacheron Constantin Celebrates 30 Years of Overseas Special Edition Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin
The story of the Overseas begins in 1977 with the sporty-chic integrated 222, Vacheron Constantin’s bold response to a new generation of luxury sports watches represented by the Royal Oak and the Nautilus. Inheriting certain traits of the 222 but amplified and beefed up, the…
First Look – Frederique Constant x French Foreign Legion, Two Limited Editions to Celebrate the Elite Unit
Founded in Geneva in 1988, Frederique Constant is now a globally respected name in watchmaking, offering classic designs at reasonable prices, with a growing portfolio of complications developed and assembled at its Plan-les-Ouates manufacture. Part of the Citizen Group since…
Introducing – Grönefeld Unveils the 1941 Quadrivium, The Brother’s new Remontoire Tourbillon Watch
Grönefeld, the Dutch independent watchmaking atelier created by Tim and Bart Grönefled, a.k.a. The Horological Brothers, should need little introduction by now. The duo gained recognition from their peers and collectors with their GTM-06, One Hertz and Parallax Tourbillon…
First Look – The new Nivada Grenchen F77 MKII 100 Years Brings Stone Dials and a More Powerful Movement
Relaunched in 2020 under Guillaume Laidet’s creative direction (also behind the Vulcain and Space One brands), now-100-year-old Nivada Grenchen has focused on historical models, updating vintage references without losing their original character. Alongside the Antarctic and…
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First Look – The New Ulysse Nardin Freak One Blue Enamel and Freak One Guilloché
With Rolf Schynder at the helm, Ulysse Nardin released an unorthodox timepiece in 2001 that smashed conventions and rewrote watchmaking in one fell swoop. With no dial, no hands and no crown, the Freak, master watchmaker Dr Ludwig Oechslin’s renegade watch, indicated time…
Introducing – The Girard-Perragaux Laureato Chronograph and Laureato 42mm Williams Editions
Girard-Perragaux‘s involvement in the world of sports cars and Formula 1 isn’t new. Back in the 1990s, the brand conceived multiple watches in partnership with Ferrari and, more recently, sponsored the Aston Martin F1 Team (from 2021 to 2025). For the 2026 season, the…
MB&F goes bananas with the Caran d’Ache GorillaSharpener
MB&F and Caran d’Ache go ape with the GorillaSharpener, a CHF 850 mechanical gorilla that turns sharpening a pencil into an art form. The post MB&F goes bananas with the Caran d’Ache GorillaSharpener appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Longines brings a new blue colourway to the Spirit Pilot & Spirit Pilot Flyback
Longines continues its hot streak with a new, more contemporary blue colourway for both the Spirit Pilot & Spirit Pilot Flyback. The post Longines brings a new blue colourway to the Spirit Pilot & Spirit Pilot Flyback appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Breguet takes the Marine 5517 and 5527 into deeper waters with fresh guilloché dials
Breguet refreshes the Marine 5517 and flyback Chronographe 5527 with new hand-guilloché dials in white gold, rose gold and titanium. The post Breguet takes the Marine 5517 and 5527 into deeper waters with fresh guilloché dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Formex’s field watch takes to the skies with new Formex AirField 40mm Automatic
Formex turns its field watch into a pilot’s watch with the new AirField 40mm Automatic model. With a pilot’s watch-inspired dial and hand set, the AirField features the new Sellita SW200-2 Power+ and a hardened titanium case. Available in four different colours, the Formex…
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The scratch-resistant Héron Continental takes a beating so your wallet doesn’t have to
If you read the marketing material pumped out by the wider watch industry today, you’d be entirely forgiven for assuming the average mechanical watch buyer spends their weekends summiting treacherous Himalayan peaks, free-diving with apex predators, or perhaps piloting…
Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts — in two very different flavours
Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts in two very different flavours: Guilloché and Blue Enamel. The post Ulysse Nardin gives the Freak [ONE] its first taste of decorative arts — in two very different flavours appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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DuBois et fils DBF010
DuBois et fils DBF010 Watch Review The inaugural version of the DuBois et fils DBF010, the DBF010-01, a limited edition of 11 pieces, was unveiled at the company’s AGM in 2025. All examples of this limited edition model were eagerly snapped up by shareholders. However, the…
Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom
Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom Watch Review Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom is a series of ‘miniature works of art’ comprising six concept watches, each employing different artisanal techniques. Part of the Maison’s ‘One of Not…
TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm
TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm Watch Review The release of the new TAG Heuer Monza Flyback Chronograph 42 mm comes 50 years after the unveiling of the inaugural Heuer Monza. This model employs contemporary materials while retaining the legendary looks of the 1976…
Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1
Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1 Watch Review The Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4-1 is the latest chapter in a story that began in 2022. The product of 3 years of research and development, the excellence of the FB 3 was recognised in 2023 with the award of…
Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035
Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035 Watch Review The Grand Seiko Genbi Valley Hi-Beat SLGH035 is a new addition to the Evolution 9 collection. The dial, inspired by the flowing river that winds through the Genbi Valley, is presented in a captivating shade of turquoise…
Celebrating a New Home for Watch Enthusiasts in Eastern Montana with Citizen Watch America and Riddle’s Jewelers
Last week, Worn & Wound and Citizen Watch America headed west to Billings, Montana, for an evening of watches, conversation, and a little bit of Windup Watch Fair previewing at Riddle’s Jewelry’s Shiloh location. Following our enthusiast night in Salt Lake, the Billings event…
Hands-On: BA111OD’s Chapter 7 Skeleton Gets a Light and Airy Stainless Steel Build
I had heard the name but was not aware of the unforgettable spelling until I got a sample of my first BA111OD watch, the latest addition to the brand’s catalog: the Chapter 7 Skeleton. While BA111OD traces its roots back deep into the history of watchmaking, its modern…
Six of the Most Obscure Watch and Car Tie-Ins You’ve Likely Never Heard Of
In terms of analog intricacy and an unyielding enthusiasm for the vintage and enduring, watches and the automotive realm are a natural A-to-B: it should come as no surprise that the Venn diagram of watch nerds and automotive nerds is eerily close to a circle. Yet, there’s…
Héron Introduces the Continental, a New Vintage Inspired “Go Anywhere, Do Anything” Watch
Héron, the Montreal-based microbrand that had a legitimate hit on its hands with the release of the Mirabel GMT last year, is back with their take on the classic “go anywhere, do anything” sports watch, met with the brand’s typically refined design codes. Héron exists at a…
Girard-Perregaux Presents a Pair of Laureato Watches for the Williams F1 Team
Last month, Girard-Perregaux announced its latest involvement in the Formula 1 scene with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team. We knew a collaborative watch would soon follow, and the moment has unfolded. Here, we get the debut duo of watches in the new Laureato Williams Edition…
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