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The UGREEN Uno Qi2 Charger Gets the Basics Right for Travel and Bedside Use
Wireless charging stands have a habit of solving one problem while creating another. They get the charging cable off your phone, but many take up permanent desk space, charge slowly, or become another awkward accessory to pack when you travel. Price: $35.99 Where to Buy:…
Vocci’s ring adds a new form factor to meeting note-taking
Vocci's lightweight ring costs $249, and might pose some privacy questions
ScrollEd wants to turn textbooks into TikTok
ScrollEd turns textbooks into a scrollable, Instagram-like feed with video, audio, and quizzes. The Palo Alto startup, founded by student co-founders (and spouses) Utsav Gupta and Rebecca Neff, pitches at TechCrunch Disrupt.
New California law will penalize influencers who don’t disclose political ads
The new legislation adds teeth to disclosure requirements for online influencers who are paid to post about politics.
TechCrunch Mobility: How do we know when an AV is safe enough?
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility!
A small but growing number of founders are betting on bringing people together offline
Brynn Putnam and Tristan Walker have already done something that most founders only dream about: created companies so compelling that bigger outfits bought them. Putnam, a trained ballerina with a small chain of boutique studios, built the connected-fitness company Mirror and…
Lighthouse Emergency Whistle
The Lighthouse is a titanium emergency whistle built for everyday carry. Its acoustic design produces a piercing 120 dB blast, while a luminous bead or tritium tubes make it easy to spot in the dark. It also has a handy SOS Morse code guide, a window breaker, and a keyring…
Wingsuiting Down a Mountain Road
We watched in awe as wingsuit world champion Espen Fadnes hit speeds exceeding 200 kph as he buzzed along the steep Trollstigen Road in Norway, zooming past a bus and a bike rider as he made his descent. The stunt was performed in collaboration with Zing Toothpaste, with…
6 days left to get ahead at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Current ticket pricing ends in 6 days on Sept. 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Join 10,000+ founders, investors and tech leaders at Disrupt and save up to $200 on your ticket until then.
Cazadores Pineapple-Infused Tequila
Rooted in the Highlands of Jalisco, Tequila Cazadores has added Cazadores Pineapple Infused Tequila to its 100% agave portfolio. Founded 100+ years ago, the brand’s first infused tequila is a natural choice created by Master Distiller José Miguel Escobar. Cazadores Pineapple…
Gerber’s Tiny Driver Multitool Puts the Tools You Actually Use on Your Keychain
Full-size multitools are useful when you need pliers, scissors, files, blades, and screwdrivers. The problem is carrying all that hardware when most everyday fixes are much simpler. Sometimes you only need to tighten a loose screw, open a package, or get a little leverage…
Dakota Flint Clip Watch
This rugged timepiece from Dakota Watch Company attaches to your backpack or belt loop with its integrated carabiner clip. But it doesn’t just tell time – it has a built-in bottle opener, a waterproof firestarter flint, and a red LED for stealthy nighttime reading. Available…
Trekology Aluft 2.0 Inflatable Camping Pillow
Lying on the ground in your sleeping bag is no fun without support for your head and neck. Trekology’s inflatable pillow packs down to the size of a soda can, but can help you get a good night’s sleep wherever your travels take you. It’s great for catching ZZZs on airplanes,…
One Citizen Eco-Drive Chronograph, Three Totally Different Looks
An everyday watch has to strike a difficult balance. It should be tough enough for weekends, pool days, and the occasional outdoor activity, yet restrained enough that you still want to wear it to work. Go too sporty and it can feel out of place with smarter clothes. Go too…
This Mossy Oak Hunting Knife Set Gives Each Field Job Its Own Blade
Field-dressing game with one knife can mean asking the same blade to handle jobs that benefit from different designs. A conventional edge works for general cutting and skinning, while a gut hook is a specialized tool you may only need for part of the job. Price: $17.99 Where…
Anker’s Flat 6-Port Travel Charger Could Replace a Bag Full of Power Bricks
Traveling with a laptop, phone, tablet, earbuds, and other USB-powered gear creates an annoying packing problem. Devices may be getting thinner, but charging them can still mean packing several power bricks and competing for limited hotel-room outlets. Price: $79.99 Where to…
5 Stealthy Black Watches That Keep Readability and Everyday Use in Mind
Black-on-black watches can look sharp, but they often sacrifice readability to get there. When the hands, markers, dial, case, and strap all disappear into the same dark palette, the watch can start working against its most basic job. The better blackout watches keep the…
TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition Smartphone
TECNO’s POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition pairs racing-inspired design with serious gaming hardware, built for style and speed. Lamborghini-Inspired Design: The triangular camera module and Alive Matrix Display carry exclusive Tonino Lamborghini styling, down…
The Ricoh GR IV Anniversary Edition Adds More History, Not More Speed
Special-edition cameras create an awkward buying decision. You can spend extra for something rarer and more distinctive, only to discover that it takes exactly the same photographs as the standard model. Price: $1,799.95 Where to Buy: Ricoh That is the proposition behind the…
Flock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyouts
Without buyouts, Flock would "almost certainly" need to lay off staff.
SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2
The SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 gives a clear head-to-toe view of your front door, day or night, and helps stop trouble before it reaches your porch. 2K video and night vision: A 150-degree view shows visitors from head to.. The post SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2…
Trump says it’s time to rebrand AI with a new name — and he’s also creating an AI Force
Trump claimed, without evidence, that the AI backlash is a Democratic hoax.
M6 Pro Chip Result on Geekbench is Likely Fake
A supposed Geekbench result for an unreleased M6 Pro chip surfaced this week, but it is likely fake. Geekbench creator John Poole informed MacRumors that he uncovered "internal inconsistencies" that lead him to believe that the M6 Pro result might not be legitimate. Bloomberg…
Google’s Gemini is the latest AI model to hack other companies
Google said Gemini had "acted appropriately" by ending each hack immediately.
The US Navy just told us what’s on its tech wish list for the next several years
Navy CTO Justin Fanelli talks co-investing alongside VCs instead of funding early research himself, recent buys like a $562 million autonomous refueling deal, and the Navy's updated wish list — from AI to quantum — for where founders should be building next.
DJI SDR Transmission 2 Wireless Video Transceiver
DJI SDR Transmission 2 is a wireless video transceiver for professional film and TV sets, sending a 4K feed to multiple receivers with almost no delay. One Transmitter, Eight Receivers: A single transmitter feeds up to eight receivers at once,.. The post DJI SDR Transmission…
Insta360 Spatial Capture turns your X6 footage into a place you can explore
Insta360 Spatial Capture turns X6, X5 and X4 Air footage into explorable 3D scenes. Here is how to shoot, generate and share one.
The 4URPC Could Make Portable Monitors Easier to Use
Portable monitors should make work and travel easier. Instead, many create a small cable kit: one lead for video, another for power, perhaps an adapter, and a search for a free outlet. That is manageable at a desk, but much less appealing in a hotel room, meeting space,…
Petlibro’s new AI-powered feeder is a game changer for multi-cat homes
Petlibro's new Granary 2 smart feeders use a built-in scale and (on pricier models) an AI camera to track exactly how much your cat is eating and when — though the fanciest health-monitoring features will cost you an extra subscription.
AI safety conversations have gotten unbelievable
This week two conversations about AI safety went viral that demonstrate just how hard it is to discern AI fact from fiction.
evobeing R1 Smart Ring
evobeing R1 is a smart ring that reads your recovery, activity, and sleep, then uses AI to guide small decisions through your day. Moment-by-moment guidance: The ring reads your recovery, activity, and sleep scores, then sends a short prompt, like.. The post evobeing R1 Smart…
Bose Sport Open Earbuds
Bose Sport Open Earbuds skip the seal-in-your-ear design so you can hear your workout playlist and your surroundings at the same time, all in a sweat-proof build made for training. Open-Ear Design: The buds sit outside your ear canal, so.. The post Bose Sport Open Earbuds…
Top Stories: iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate Out Now, Siri AI Waitlist, and More
All of Apple's products introduced at last week's event with the exception of the iPhone Duo are now available, with the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 all launching on Friday. While new hardware is always a welcome arrival, users…
Vals, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, is looking to become the gold standard for AI benchmarking
Vals AI is hoping to make AI benchmarking a more neutral and trustworthy resource in a world increasingly inundated by AI models.
Seiko’s New Speedtimer Models Skip the Chronograph for a Countdown Twist
The name Speedtimer usually makes buyers think of a chronograph. Seiko has built much of the modern Speedtimer identity around elapsed-time measurement, so models without chronograph pushers or subdials need another reason to make sense. Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER HBC003 Price:…
Case Sod Buster Jr. Proves a Pocket Knife Doesn’t Need EDC Extras
If most of your pocket-knife jobs involve opening delivery boxes, cutting tape, trimming cord, or handling other small chores, a feature-packed modern folder can feel like more knife than the job requires. You may be paying for elaborate opening systems, pocket clips, premium…
This Razer Keypad Tries to Fix Awkward PC Game Controls
A keyboard gives PC gamers more buttons than almost anyone could need, but that does not mean those buttons are conveniently placed. Once movement, abilities, inventory commands, macros, and communication shortcuts enter the picture, your left hand can spend too much time…
Apple Exec Says 'Hold Us Accountable' on iPhone Duo Crease
Apple hardware engineering VP Tom Marieb spoke with TechRadar and shared some candid thoughts about Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo . The iPhone Duo uses a matte nano-texture display, which is meant to cut down on glare and minimize the visibility of the crease. When asked if…
Anker’s New Nano Hub Adds a Screen to Your Port Problem
Modern laptops keep getting thinner, but their port selection often gets thinner with them. Connecting two monitors, Ethernet, memory cards, storage, and a charger can quickly turn a clean desk into a tangle of dongles and cables. Anker Nano 10-in-1 USB-C Hub Price: $99.99…
India forces caller-ID apps to feed spam reports to telcos
Truecaller says the one-way sharing requirement would hand a commercially valuable proprietary asset to telecom operators.
Tilly Norwood’s press tour is going about as well as you’d expect for an AI
In one particularly odd interview, Norwood seems to malfunction and begin speaking Chinese.
ORICO MetaBox HS200 2-Bay NAS Storage (Diskless)
The ORICO MetaBox HS200 is a 2-bay network storage device that turns two spare hard drives into a private cloud. It’s for storing photos, movies, and backups at home. 64TB of private storage: Two hard drive bays and two NVMe.. The post ORICO MetaBox HS200 2-Bay NAS Storage…
iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping
The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a battery capacity over 20 watt-hours, which means there are additional shipping requirements. If an iPhone 18 Pro Max needs to be shipped somewhere, its maximum battery capacity has to be limited through firmware. According to Apple , the iPhone…
Also covered by The Gadgeteer
A startup that builds other startups raised $100M and is all-in on physical AI
UP.Labs, now doing business under the name Vantora, is building startups for industrial corporations.
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Anthropic is operating a lab that conducts biology experiments
AI leaders have been promising that AI is the key to curing human disease. Anthropic researchers have also been warning that AI might kill us all.
AI hallucination nearly triggers US military operation
“It’s important for service members to understand the uncertainty inherent to LLMs," a GovAI research scholar warns.
Snap SPECS AR Glasses Get AI, Cellular, Translation, and Navigation
Augmented reality glasses have had the same problem for years. The demonstrations can look impressive, but once the novelty fades, you are left wondering what you would actually do with a computer strapped to your face. SPECS Connected Case Bundle Price: $2,395 | Data Plans…
Land Rover Defender Wolf Series II
Land Rover's newest military Defender includes its first-ever factory pickup bed. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Wavian NATO Jerry Can
Go anywhere and keep on going anywhere with these ultra-tough jerry cans from Wavian. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Private White V.C. Ventile Jack's Mac
This raincoat is a tribute to the WWI Victoria Cross recipient who used a wire to tow his crew. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Hands-On With the Apple Watch Series 12
The Apple Watch Series 12 came out today, and we picked one up to get a look at the new feature set. There are no major external changes, but Apple updated the device's internals and health sensors. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The Apple Watch…
5 Newer EDC Knife Brands Worth Checking Out in 2026
Once you’ve bought a few EDC knives, finding the next one can become harder rather than easier. You already know the established brands, you’ve seen dozens of similar blade-and-handle combinations, and another familiar folder may not add anything genuinely different to your…
Everyday Carry: Alpha
Timex Expedition watch anchors this tactical carry with Persol sunglasses and Leatherman multitool. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
SOUNDBOKS Mix review: the party speaker that exceeded my expectations
The SOUNDBOKS Mix has been everything I expected from it, and then some. I was interested in it for the backyard and outings, where a substantial battery-powered speaker makes sense. The sound, the portability, and the overall experience have left me happy with that choice.…
Pride & Groom Luxe Gift Set
A coat-specific assortment of all-natural grooming products to keep pets fresh and clean. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Creality Falcon A1C 10W Laser Engraver
The Creality Falcon A1C 10W is a fully enclosed laser engraver built for home makers. It’s a safe, beginner-friendly way to personalize wood, leather, glass, and fabric. Enclosed Safety Housing: A closed cabinet, flame detection, a tilt alarm, and a.. The post Creality Falcon…
The Encyclopedia of Movie Cats Book
A24's new book catalogs more than 1,000 movie cats, from Mr. Bigglesworth to unnamed alley cats. 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.
Seiko’s Blue Porcelain Presage HCC007 Gives Collectors a Better Reason to Care
At $1,700, the Seiko Presage HCC007 enters a part of the market where buyers can reasonably expect sapphire crystal, solid mechanical performance, and polished finishing. That means its “145th Anniversary Limited Edition” status cannot carry the watch on its own. Price:…
GoKartGod Nighthawk Titan
The Nighthawk Titan sits at the top of GoKartGod's three-kart range, above the 33.5 hp Surge and the 19.6 hp Pulse, and it is the one built to a number rather than a budget. The figure is 90 mph, produced by an electric drivetrain rated at 49.2 horsepower and up to 36.7 kW…
Floyd Compact Suitcase
The Floyd Compact Suitcase carries the distinctive look of the Floyd Cabin Suitcase into a model intended for one or two nights away. Its colorful shell and contrasting wheels give short-trip luggage a welcome dose of personality.The construction combines a Makrolon…
Breville Eye Q Toaster
The new Breville Eye Q rethinks one of the simplest kitchen appliances by replacing fixed toast times with optical sensing. Instead of guessing how long a slice needs, the toaster watches the bread itself, tracking color change in real time and stopping automatically when it…
Peak Performance Helium Utility Down Hood Jacket
The Helium Utility Down Hood Jacket takes Peak Performance's most packable down piece and adds the storage most ultralight jackets leave out. Alongside the usual zippered hand pockets sit a zippered chest pocket and a zippered sleeve pocket, the kind of detail that turns a…
La Cinquecento Fiat 500 Scattante
The La Cinquecento Fiat 500 Scattante is a bespoke restomod that gives Italy’s tiny city car a more purposeful second life. Starting with a 1973 donor, the British company preserves the familiar proportions while reworking the engineering underneath. The project began with…
TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition Smartphone
TECNO’s POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition pairs racing-inspired design with serious gaming hardware, built for style and speed. Lamborghini-Inspired Design: The triangular camera module and Alive Matrix Display carry exclusive Tonino Lamborghini styling, down…
SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2
The SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 gives a clear head-to-toe view of your front door, day or night, and helps stop trouble before it reaches your porch. 2K video and night vision: A 150-degree view shows visitors from head to.. The post SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2…
DJI SDR Transmission 2 Wireless Video Transceiver
DJI SDR Transmission 2 is a wireless video transceiver for professional film and TV sets, sending a 4K feed to multiple receivers with almost no delay. One Transmitter, Eight Receivers: A single transmitter feeds up to eight receivers at once,.. The post DJI SDR Transmission…
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) sit outside your ear canal, so you hear your music and your surroundings at the same time, with a more secure, comfortable fit. Open-ear design: The buds hook around your ear instead of.. The post Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)…
evobeing R1 Smart Ring
evobeing R1 is a smart ring that reads your recovery, activity, and sleep, then uses AI to guide small decisions through your day. Moment-by-moment guidance: The ring reads your recovery, activity, and sleep scores, then sends a short prompt, like.. The post evobeing R1 Smart…
Bose Sport Open Earbuds
Bose Sport Open Earbuds skip the seal-in-your-ear design so you can hear your workout playlist and your surroundings at the same time, all in a sweat-proof build made for training. Open-Ear Design: The buds sit outside your ear canal, so.. The post Bose Sport Open Earbuds…
ORICO MetaBox HS200 2-Bay NAS Storage (Diskless)
The ORICO MetaBox HS200 is a 2-bay network storage device that turns two spare hard drives into a private cloud. It’s for storing photos, movies, and backups at home. 64TB of private storage: Two hard drive bays and two NVMe.. The post ORICO MetaBox HS200 2-Bay NAS Storage…
Creality Falcon A1C 10W Laser Engraver
The Creality Falcon A1C 10W is a fully enclosed laser engraver built for home makers. It’s a safe, beginner-friendly way to personalize wood, leather, glass, and fabric. Enclosed Safety Housing: A closed cabinet, flame detection, a tilt alarm, and a.. The post Creality Falcon…
M6 Pro Chip Result on Geekbench is Likely Fake
A supposed Geekbench result for an unreleased M6 Pro chip surfaced this week, but it is likely fake. Geekbench creator John Poole informed MacRumors that he uncovered "internal inconsistencies" that lead him to believe that the M6 Pro result might not be legitimate. Bloomberg…
Top Stories: iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate Out Now, Siri AI Waitlist, and More
All of Apple's products introduced at last week's event with the exception of the iPhone Duo are now available, with the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 all launching on Friday. While new hardware is always a welcome arrival, users…
Apple Exec Says 'Hold Us Accountable' on iPhone Duo Crease
Apple hardware engineering VP Tom Marieb spoke with TechRadar and shared some candid thoughts about Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo . The iPhone Duo uses a matte nano-texture display, which is meant to cut down on glare and minimize the visibility of the crease. When asked if…
iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping
The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a battery capacity over 20 watt-hours, which means there are additional shipping requirements. If an iPhone 18 Pro Max needs to be shipped somewhere, its maximum battery capacity has to be limited through firmware. According to Apple , the iPhone…
Also covered by The Gadgeteer
Hands-On With the Apple Watch Series 12
The Apple Watch Series 12 came out today, and we picked one up to get a look at the new feature set. There are no major external changes, but Apple updated the device's internals and health sensors. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The Apple Watch…
iPhone 18 Pro Max in U.S. Has Qualcomm's Snapdragon X80 Modem
TechInsights has published an iPhone 18 Pro Max teardown that confirms the U.S. version of the device is equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X80 modem. The device's modem firmware had already pointed towards the Snapdragon X80 modem. The smaller iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone…
M5 Ultra and M6 Chip Benchmark Results Reveal Graphics Performance
The first GPU benchmark results for Apple's new M5 Ultra and M6 chips have surfaced, ahead of the new Mac Studio and Mac mini models launching on Tuesday. If you are interested in CPU results, we shared those earlier this week . So far, the M5 Ultra has achieved up to a 59%…
Is the AI industry really ready to slow down?
On Equity, we debated whether Ai executives are serious about wanting to slow down.
Vocci’s ring adds a new form factor to meeting note-taking
Vocci's lightweight ring costs $249, and might pose some privacy questions
ScrollEd wants to turn textbooks into TikTok
ScrollEd turns textbooks into a scrollable, Instagram-like feed with video, audio, and quizzes. The Palo Alto startup, founded by student co-founders (and spouses) Utsav Gupta and Rebecca Neff, pitches at TechCrunch Disrupt.
New California law will penalize influencers who don’t disclose political ads
The new legislation adds teeth to disclosure requirements for online influencers who are paid to post about politics.
TechCrunch Mobility: How do we know when an AV is safe enough?
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility!
A small but growing number of founders are betting on bringing people together offline
Brynn Putnam and Tristan Walker have already done something that most founders only dream about: created companies so compelling that bigger outfits bought them. Putnam, a trained ballerina with a small chain of boutique studios, built the connected-fitness company Mirror and…
6 days left to get ahead at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Current ticket pricing ends in 6 days on Sept. 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Join 10,000+ founders, investors and tech leaders at Disrupt and save up to $200 on your ticket until then.
Flock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyouts
Without buyouts, Flock would "almost certainly" need to lay off staff.
Trump says it’s time to rebrand AI with a new name — and he’s also creating an AI Force
Trump claimed, without evidence, that the AI backlash is a Democratic hoax.
Google’s Gemini is the latest AI model to hack other companies
Google said Gemini had "acted appropriately" by ending each hack immediately.
The US Navy just told us what’s on its tech wish list for the next several years
Navy CTO Justin Fanelli talks co-investing alongside VCs instead of funding early research himself, recent buys like a $562 million autonomous refueling deal, and the Navy's updated wish list — from AI to quantum — for where founders should be building next.
Petlibro’s new AI-powered feeder is a game changer for multi-cat homes
Petlibro's new Granary 2 smart feeders use a built-in scale and (on pricier models) an AI camera to track exactly how much your cat is eating and when — though the fanciest health-monitoring features will cost you an extra subscription.
AI safety conversations have gotten unbelievable
This week two conversations about AI safety went viral that demonstrate just how hard it is to discern AI fact from fiction.
Prices go up in 7 days. Get your Disrupt ticket now.
Current ticket pricing ends Sept. 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Join 10,000+ founders, investors and tech leaders at Disrupt and save up to $200 on your ticket until then.
Vals, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, is looking to become the gold standard for AI benchmarking
Vals AI is hoping to make AI benchmarking a more neutral and trustworthy resource in a world increasingly inundated by AI models.
India forces caller-ID apps to feed spam reports to telcos
Truecaller says the one-way sharing requirement would hand a commercially valuable proprietary asset to telecom operators.
Tilly Norwood’s press tour is going about as well as you’d expect for an AI
In one particularly odd interview, Norwood seems to malfunction and begin speaking Chinese.
A startup that builds other startups raised $100M and is all-in on physical AI
UP.Labs, now doing business under the name Vantora, is building startups for industrial corporations.
T
Anthropic is operating a lab that conducts biology experiments
AI leaders have been promising that AI is the key to curing human disease. Anthropic researchers have also been warning that AI might kill us all.
AI hallucination nearly triggers US military operation
“It’s important for service members to understand the uncertainty inherent to LLMs," a GovAI research scholar warns.
Lighthouse Emergency Whistle
The Lighthouse is a titanium emergency whistle built for everyday carry. Its acoustic design produces a piercing 120 dB blast, while a luminous bead or tritium tubes make it easy to spot in the dark. It also has a handy SOS Morse code guide, a window breaker, and a keyring…
Wingsuiting Down a Mountain Road
We watched in awe as wingsuit world champion Espen Fadnes hit speeds exceeding 200 kph as he buzzed along the steep Trollstigen Road in Norway, zooming past a bus and a bike rider as he made his descent. The stunt was performed in collaboration with Zing Toothpaste, with…
Cazadores Pineapple-Infused Tequila
Rooted in the Highlands of Jalisco, Tequila Cazadores has added Cazadores Pineapple Infused Tequila to its 100% agave portfolio. Founded 100+ years ago, the brand’s first infused tequila is a natural choice created by Master Distiller José Miguel Escobar. Cazadores Pineapple…
Dakota Flint Clip Watch
This rugged timepiece from Dakota Watch Company attaches to your backpack or belt loop with its integrated carabiner clip. But it doesn’t just tell time – it has a built-in bottle opener, a waterproof firestarter flint, and a red LED for stealthy nighttime reading. Available…
Trekology Aluft 2.0 Inflatable Camping Pillow
Lying on the ground in your sleeping bag is no fun without support for your head and neck. Trekology’s inflatable pillow packs down to the size of a soda can, but can help you get a good night’s sleep wherever your travels take you. It’s great for catching ZZZs on airplanes,…
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The UGREEN Uno Qi2 Charger Gets the Basics Right for Travel and Bedside Use
Wireless charging stands have a habit of solving one problem while creating another. They get the charging cable off your phone, but many take up permanent desk space, charge slowly, or become another awkward accessory to pack when you travel. Price: $35.99 Where to Buy:…
Shopping for an iPhone 18 Pro Case? Start With These 8 Picks
Buying a $1,199 iPhone 18 Pro and immediately wrapping it in a case creates an annoying contradiction. You want to protect an expensive phone, but you probably do not want to hide its design, double its thickness, or make the Camera Control button harder to use. Amazon adds…
Gerber’s Tiny Driver Multitool Puts the Tools You Actually Use on Your Keychain
Full-size multitools are useful when you need pliers, scissors, files, blades, and screwdrivers. The problem is carrying all that hardware when most everyday fixes are much simpler. Sometimes you only need to tighten a loose screw, open a package, or get a little leverage…
One Citizen Eco-Drive Chronograph, Three Totally Different Looks
An everyday watch has to strike a difficult balance. It should be tough enough for weekends, pool days, and the occasional outdoor activity, yet restrained enough that you still want to wear it to work. Go too sporty and it can feel out of place with smarter clothes. Go too…
This Mossy Oak Hunting Knife Set Gives Each Field Job Its Own Blade
Field-dressing game with one knife can mean asking the same blade to handle jobs that benefit from different designs. A conventional edge works for general cutting and skinning, while a gut hook is a specialized tool you may only need for part of the job. Price: $17.99 Where…
Anker’s Flat 6-Port Travel Charger Could Replace a Bag Full of Power Bricks
Traveling with a laptop, phone, tablet, earbuds, and other USB-powered gear creates an annoying packing problem. Devices may be getting thinner, but charging them can still mean packing several power bricks and competing for limited hotel-room outlets. Price: $79.99 Where to…
5 Stealthy Black Watches That Keep Readability and Everyday Use in Mind
Black-on-black watches can look sharp, but they often sacrifice readability to get there. When the hands, markers, dial, case, and strap all disappear into the same dark palette, the watch can start working against its most basic job. The better blackout watches keep the…
The Ricoh GR IV Anniversary Edition Adds More History, Not More Speed
Special-edition cameras create an awkward buying decision. You can spend extra for something rarer and more distinctive, only to discover that it takes exactly the same photographs as the standard model. Price: $1,799.95 Where to Buy: Ricoh That is the proposition behind the…
The FUNBRO Small Pocket Knife Shows Why Bigger EDC Blades Aren’t Always Better
Most pocket knives force the same everyday-carry compromise. A larger blade gives you more cutting ability and a better grip, but it also takes up more space for a tool that may spend most of its time opening packages, cutting tape, or trimming loose string. Price: $7.99…
Insta360 Spatial Capture turns your X6 footage into a place you can explore
Insta360 Spatial Capture turns X6, X5 and X4 Air footage into explorable 3D scenes. Here is how to shoot, generate and share one.
The 4URPC Could Make Portable Monitors Easier to Use
Portable monitors should make work and travel easier. Instead, many create a small cable kit: one lead for video, another for power, perhaps an adapter, and a search for a free outlet. That is manageable at a desk, but much less appealing in a hotel room, meeting space,…
Seiko’s New Speedtimer Models Skip the Chronograph for a Countdown Twist
The name Speedtimer usually makes buyers think of a chronograph. Seiko has built much of the modern Speedtimer identity around elapsed-time measurement, so models without chronograph pushers or subdials need another reason to make sense. Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER HBC003 Price:…
Case Sod Buster Jr. Proves a Pocket Knife Doesn’t Need EDC Extras
If most of your pocket-knife jobs involve opening delivery boxes, cutting tape, trimming cord, or handling other small chores, a feature-packed modern folder can feel like more knife than the job requires. You may be paying for elaborate opening systems, pocket clips, premium…
This Razer Keypad Tries to Fix Awkward PC Game Controls
A keyboard gives PC gamers more buttons than almost anyone could need, but that does not mean those buttons are conveniently placed. Once movement, abilities, inventory commands, macros, and communication shortcuts enter the picture, your left hand can spend too much time…
Anker’s New Nano Hub Adds a Screen to Your Port Problem
Modern laptops keep getting thinner, but their port selection often gets thinner with them. Connecting two monitors, Ethernet, memory cards, storage, and a charger can quickly turn a clean desk into a tangle of dongles and cables. Anker Nano 10-in-1 USB-C Hub Price: $99.99…
Snap SPECS AR Glasses Get AI, Cellular, Translation, and Navigation
Augmented reality glasses have had the same problem for years. The demonstrations can look impressive, but once the novelty fades, you are left wondering what you would actually do with a computer strapped to your face. SPECS Connected Case Bundle Price: $2,395 | Data Plans…
5 Newer EDC Knife Brands Worth Checking Out in 2026
Once you’ve bought a few EDC knives, finding the next one can become harder rather than easier. You already know the established brands, you’ve seen dozens of similar blade-and-handle combinations, and another familiar folder may not add anything genuinely different to your…
SOUNDBOKS Mix review: the party speaker that exceeded my expectations
The SOUNDBOKS Mix has been everything I expected from it, and then some. I was interested in it for the backyard and outings, where a substantial battery-powered speaker makes sense. The sound, the portability, and the overall experience have left me happy with that choice.…
Seiko’s Blue Porcelain Presage HCC007 Gives Collectors a Better Reason to Care
At $1,700, the Seiko Presage HCC007 enters a part of the market where buyers can reasonably expect sapphire crystal, solid mechanical performance, and polished finishing. That means its “145th Anniversary Limited Edition” status cannot carry the watch on its own. Price:…
Land Rover Defender Wolf Series II
Land Rover's newest military Defender includes its first-ever factory pickup bed. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Wavian NATO Jerry Can
Go anywhere and keep on going anywhere with these ultra-tough jerry cans from Wavian. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Private White V.C. Ventile Jack's Mac
This raincoat is a tribute to the WWI Victoria Cross recipient who used a wire to tow his crew. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Everyday Carry: Alpha
Timex Expedition watch anchors this tactical carry with Persol sunglasses and Leatherman multitool. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Pride & Groom Luxe Gift Set
A coat-specific assortment of all-natural grooming products to keep pets fresh and clean. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
The Encyclopedia of Movie Cats Book
A24's new book catalogs more than 1,000 movie cats, from Mr. Bigglesworth to unnamed alley cats. 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.
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Photography
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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…
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…
Fujifilm Fans Basically Want the X Pro 3’s Best Feature
It's been almost 10 years since I reviewed the Fujifilm X Pro 3 and it's incredible hidden LCD screen. I've always wondered why so many photographers complained about what I think has always been its best feature: the LCD screen that made you focus on shooting images through…
Insta360 Mic Pro Review: A Serious Wireless Mic For Creators
When it comes to wireless microphones, there are already some very strong options available, so when a new system comes along, it needs to offer something more than simply being another wireless microphone. The Insta360 Mic Pro is entering a market where DJI and Rode are…
How to Build High Contrast Without Blowing Out Your Sky
High contrast can wreck an image fast, crushing shadows into black and burning highlights into paper white. The trick is holding onto detail at both ends while still keeping the punch that makes a sunset landscape feel dramatic. [ Read More ]
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…
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…
A 4-Minute Exposure and the Light That Made It Worth It
The hardest part of landscape photography is leaving the house at all, especially when the light looks unpromising and the tide is coming in. Talking yourself into an evening shoot is where a lot of good pictures live or die. [ Read More ]
The Two Questions Every Client Is Really Asking About Your Work
Clients ask about your style constantly, and most of the time they're actually asking two separate questions without realizing it. Answering both well is the difference between a booking and a polite pass. [ Read More ]
Photo Exhibition Imagines What Emmett Till’s Life Could Have Been
A photo exhibition imagines the life Emmett Till might have lived if he had not been murdered more than 70 years ago. [ Read More ]
Skip the Sky: Shooting Details When the Vista Fails
When the sky gives you nothing, the smart move is to stop shooting it. That single decision turned an overcast, drizzly afternoon at the beach into a productive session built entirely around red rocks, rock pools, and golden sand. [ Read More ]
What Is Focus Stacking, and When Should You Actually Use It?
There are some techniques in photography that are helpful to young image-makers. Pixel stacking helps you get to higher megapixel photos, while exposure stacking helps one to get properly lit images. Another example of this is focus stacking. For those keen on capturing…
The Famous World War I Armistice Recording Is Actually a Photograph Made on 35mm Stock
At 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918, an American crew near the Moselle River was pulling a strip of light-sensitive material past a beam of light while a tuning fork laid a hundred timing marks a second along its edge. What came off that machine is a photograph of a front going…
As Insta360 Sells Its 10 Millionth Camera, It Opens First Flagship Store In the US
Insta360 officially opened its first flagship retail store outside Asia today, September 19, 2026, and PetaPixel was on the ground in New York City's famed Times Square for the grand opening. [ Read More ]
How to Meditate While Doing Street Photography, Sort Of
My name is Tom Souzer and I'm a self taught photographer from Pittsburgh PA .I've been shooting the streets of Pittsburgh for about 2 years now. I tend to focus on emotions, expressions, and fleeting moments. I personally like to not be seen while I'm out shooting (although…
Is the Panasonic LUMIX L10 the Perfect Travel Companion?
A couple of months back, Panasonic kindly allowed me to take the new Panasonic LUMIX L10 to the Italian Dolomites, with the rather simple brief of finding out what it was like as a travel companion. I wasn’t traveling with the L10 alone. Alongside it was my Nikon Z 8. [ Read…
Also covered by Leica Rumors
Why Your Sunset Photos Look Empty and How to Fix Them
Empty sunsets, gray black-and-white frames, and lavender fields that turn red under the wrong white balance all trace back to a short list of repeatable errors. Fix those, and the same locations you already shoot start producing frames worth printing. [ Read More ]
Before and After Photos Show Data Centers Furiously Popping Up Across America
These fascinating satellite photos show enormous data centers being built over the last couple of years. [ Read More ]
Apple Explains Why the iPhone 18 Pro Has a Variable Aperture
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max have arrived, and their familiar outward appearance belies a major change to the main camera. For the first time, an iPhone features a variable aperture, and PetaPixel spoke with Apple to learn firsthand why it was created, how it works,…
Also covered by Fstoppers
Is This $400 Fujifilm Kit Lens Worth It?
The Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS carries a $400 retail price and a reputation as a forgiving first lens for people stepping up from a phone. Whether that price holds up against everything else you could buy is the real question, and the answer isn't flattering. [ Read More ]
See How Nikon Made Its Lenses 60 Years Ago
Lens makers these days rely heavily on computers, advanced digital simulations, and extremely sophisticated glass-making and molding techniques. The resulting lenses are impeccably sharp and consistent. But old lenses were great, too, and a classic Nikon manufacturing video…
Women and Younger Photographers Are Behind Fujifilm’s Meteoric Rise
Much has been made of Fujifilm cracking the top three digital camera makers in terms of overall shipments, even if the situation is a bit more complicated. What's definitely true is that Fujifilm is selling more digital cameras now than in years past, and Nikkei thinks women…
Sony's $3,699 Path to 600mm Without the $14,000 Price Tag
Sony now offers a 600mm super telephoto that weighs under a kilogram and costs $3,699, roughly $10,000 less than the f/4 version most shooters assumed they'd never afford. Reach at this length used to mean hauling a lens over 3 kilograms and paying five figures, so a…
Photographer Captured Crowds in the 1980s and 1990s Before Society Changed Forever
A photographer’s fascinating images of crowds in the 1980s and 1990s offer a vivid look at a society in transition -- revealing the relationships, tensions, and shared experiences unfolding within them. [ Read More ]
Why This L-Mount 50mm Is the One Most People Should Buy
Panasonic sells two 50mm lenses for L-mount, and one costs five times the other for just two-thirds of a stop more light. That kind of price gap forces a decision, and the cheaper option turns out to be surprisingly good. [ Read More ]
The Nikon D4 in 2026: Still Going Strong
I've owned the Nikon D4 for several years, and to this day, I still bring it with me on professional photography gigs. But I stuck with it; and it stuck with me. There are cameras you buy because you want the latest technology. There are also cameras you buy because you need…
Canon Has Grown Crystals in a Furnace Since 1967 to Fix a Color Error Ordinary Glass Cannot Correct
In March 1967, Canon researchers pulled the company's first synthetic fluorite crystals out of an electric furnace. Two years later, those crystals shipped inside a camera lens, the FL-F300mm f/5.6, which went on sale in May 1969 with two elements of grown calcium fluoride…
No Algorithms, No AI: Why the 5 Boro Foto Fest Is Different
There's no shortage of ways to discover photography online right now, and almost all of them run through an algorithm or, increasingly, generative AI. The 5 Boro Foto Fest is our answer to that: a festival built entirely around real, human-made photography, with a guarantee…
Leica released new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras
Leica released several new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras: Leica M11/M11-P/M11-D/M11 Monochrom/M EV1 firmware update 2.6.4 Leica M10-P firmware update 5.26.35.51 Leica M10-D firmware update 3.25.50.34 Leica M10/M10 Monochrom/M10-P/M10-P ASC/M10-R – firmware update…
Insta360 Mic Pro Review: A Serious Wireless Mic For Creators
When it comes to wireless microphones, there are already some very strong options available, so when a new system comes along, it needs to offer something more than simply being another wireless microphone. The Insta360 Mic Pro is entering a market where DJI and Rode are…
How to Build High Contrast Without Blowing Out Your Sky
High contrast can wreck an image fast, crushing shadows into black and burning highlights into paper white. The trick is holding onto detail at both ends while still keeping the punch that makes a sunset landscape feel dramatic. [ Read More ]
A 4-Minute Exposure and the Light That Made It Worth It
The hardest part of landscape photography is leaving the house at all, especially when the light looks unpromising and the tide is coming in. Talking yourself into an evening shoot is where a lot of good pictures live or die. [ Read More ]
The Two Questions Every Client Is Really Asking About Your Work
Clients ask about your style constantly, and most of the time they're actually asking two separate questions without realizing it. Answering both well is the difference between a booking and a polite pass. [ Read More ]
Skip the Sky: Shooting Details When the Vista Fails
When the sky gives you nothing, the smart move is to stop shooting it. That single decision turned an overcast, drizzly afternoon at the beach into a productive session built entirely around red rocks, rock pools, and golden sand. [ Read More ]
I Tested Every Aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro
Since Apple's keynote I have made two videos about the iPhone 18 Pro's new variable aperture lens, and in both of them I made predictions about how it would actually perform. Both phones are now sitting on my desk. I shot the same scenes on the 17 Pro and the 18 Pro, indoors…
The Famous World War I Armistice Recording Is Actually a Photograph Made on 35mm Stock
At 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918, an American crew near the Moselle River was pulling a strip of light-sensitive material past a beam of light while a tuning fork laid a hundred timing marks a second along its edge. What came off that machine is a photograph of a front going…
Is the Panasonic LUMIX L10 the Perfect Travel Companion?
A couple of months back, Panasonic kindly allowed me to take the new Panasonic LUMIX L10 to the Italian Dolomites, with the rather simple brief of finding out what it was like as a travel companion. I wasn’t traveling with the L10 alone. Alongside it was my Nikon Z 8. [ Read…
Also covered by Leica Rumors
Why Your Sunset Photos Look Empty and How to Fix Them
Empty sunsets, gray black-and-white frames, and lavender fields that turn red under the wrong white balance all trace back to a short list of repeatable errors. Fix those, and the same locations you already shoot start producing frames worth printing. [ Read More ]
Is This $400 Fujifilm Kit Lens Worth It?
The Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS carries a $400 retail price and a reputation as a forgiving first lens for people stepping up from a phone. Whether that price holds up against everything else you could buy is the real question, and the answer isn't flattering. [ Read More ]
Sony's $3,699 Path to 600mm Without the $14,000 Price Tag
Sony now offers a 600mm super telephoto that weighs under a kilogram and costs $3,699, roughly $10,000 less than the f/4 version most shooters assumed they'd never afford. Reach at this length used to mean hauling a lens over 3 kilograms and paying five figures, so a…
Why This L-Mount 50mm Is the One Most People Should Buy
Panasonic sells two 50mm lenses for L-mount, and one costs five times the other for just two-thirds of a stop more light. That kind of price gap forces a decision, and the cheaper option turns out to be surprisingly good. [ Read More ]
Canon Has Grown Crystals in a Furnace Since 1967 to Fix a Color Error Ordinary Glass Cannot Correct
In March 1967, Canon researchers pulled the company's first synthetic fluorite crystals out of an electric furnace. Two years later, those crystals shipped inside a camera lens, the FL-F300mm f/5.6, which went on sale in May 1969 with two elements of grown calcium fluoride…
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…
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…
You can now buy the new Lailens 35mm f/3.5 lens for Leica M-mount
Lailens has a new 35mm f/3.5 lens for the Leica M-mount, nicknamed “The White Queen,” that pays homage to the classic British Dallmeyer 35mm f/3.5 optical design. This is a limited edition of 299 pieces. The lens is now available for order on eBay for $599. Here are the…
Leica released new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras
Leica released several new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras: Leica M11/M11-P/M11-D/M11 Monochrom/M EV1 firmware update 2.6.4 Leica M10-P firmware update 5.26.35.51 Leica M10-D firmware update 3.25.50.34 Leica M10/M10 Monochrom/M10-P/M10-P ASC/M10-R – firmware update…
Photo Exhibition Imagines What Emmett Till’s Life Could Have Been
A photo exhibition imagines the life Emmett Till might have lived if he had not been murdered more than 70 years ago. [ Read More ]
As Insta360 Sells Its 10 Millionth Camera, It Opens First Flagship Store In the US
Insta360 officially opened its first flagship retail store outside Asia today, September 19, 2026, and PetaPixel was on the ground in New York City's famed Times Square for the grand opening. [ Read More ]
Before and After Photos Show Data Centers Furiously Popping Up Across America
These fascinating satellite photos show enormous data centers being built over the last couple of years. [ Read More ]
Apple Explains Why the iPhone 18 Pro Has a Variable Aperture
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max have arrived, and their familiar outward appearance belies a major change to the main camera. For the first time, an iPhone features a variable aperture, and PetaPixel spoke with Apple to learn firsthand why it was created, how it works,…
Also covered by Fstoppers
See How Nikon Made Its Lenses 60 Years Ago
Lens makers these days rely heavily on computers, advanced digital simulations, and extremely sophisticated glass-making and molding techniques. The resulting lenses are impeccably sharp and consistent. But old lenses were great, too, and a classic Nikon manufacturing video…
Women and Younger Photographers Are Behind Fujifilm’s Meteoric Rise
Much has been made of Fujifilm cracking the top three digital camera makers in terms of overall shipments, even if the situation is a bit more complicated. What's definitely true is that Fujifilm is selling more digital cameras now than in years past, and Nikkei thinks women…
Photographer Captured Crowds in the 1980s and 1990s Before Society Changed Forever
A photographer’s fascinating images of crowds in the 1980s and 1990s offer a vivid look at a society in transition -- revealing the relationships, tensions, and shared experiences unfolding within them. [ Read More ]
Fujifilm Fans Basically Want the X Pro 3’s Best Feature
It's been almost 10 years since I reviewed the Fujifilm X Pro 3 and it's incredible hidden LCD screen. I've always wondered why so many photographers complained about what I think has always been its best feature: the LCD screen that made you focus on shooting images through…
Nikon 50mm f1.8: Is Still the Best First Prime Lens in 2026?
Nikon's pivot to mirrorless has been no short of a miracle. The company's Z series cameras and lenses are some of the best equipment we have tested in a while. The Nikon 50mm f1.8 is one such offering, which was launched in 2019. A nifty-fifty is perfect for street,…
What Is Focus Stacking, and When Should You Actually Use It?
There are some techniques in photography that are helpful to young image-makers. Pixel stacking helps you get to higher megapixel photos, while exposure stacking helps one to get properly lit images. Another example of this is focus stacking. For those keen on capturing…
How to Meditate While Doing Street Photography, Sort Of
My name is Tom Souzer and I'm a self taught photographer from Pittsburgh PA .I've been shooting the streets of Pittsburgh for about 2 years now. I tend to focus on emotions, expressions, and fleeting moments. I personally like to not be seen while I'm out shooting (although…
Buying the Nikon Z6 Series in 2026. Which Ones Are Still Worth It?
The Nikon Z6 series sits in the middle of the company's mirrorless lineup. The Nikon Z8 and Z9 are designed for professionals, the Z50 series is for beginners, while the Nikon Z6 series offers a middle ground for both photography and video use. Today, a lot of young and…
The Nikon D4 in 2026: Still Going Strong
I've owned the Nikon D4 for several years, and to this day, I still bring it with me on professional photography gigs. But I stuck with it; and it stuck with me. There are cameras you buy because you want the latest technology. There are also cameras you buy because you need…
No Algorithms, No AI: Why the 5 Boro Foto Fest Is Different
There's no shortage of ways to discover photography online right now, and almost all of them run through an algorithm or, increasingly, generative AI. The 5 Boro Foto Fest is our answer to that: a festival built entirely around real, human-made photography, with a guarantee…
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…
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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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…
Buying Guide – Six Watches Perfectly Fit For Crossing Time Zones
In watchmaking, pretty much every complication started with the quest for a solution to a common problem. The tourbillon solved the influence of gravity on the balance spring, the chronograph provided the ability to time events as they happened, and repeater watches served as…
Harnessing Nature: The Awake Sơn Mài Frosted Leaf Blood Moon, Storm, And Lagoon
Since 2024, Awake has built a strong following with its Sơn Mài dials. These time-intensive creations layer Vietnamese lacquer over silver leaf and natural pigments. Last year, the Frosted Leaf technique debuted and won two awards, including first prize in the Jewellery and…
Simplicity is best with the Jaeger-LeCoultre time and date Master Control Chronometre
Of the three new models released at Watches and Wonders, I believe there is more joy to be found in the simplest of them. The post Simplicity is best with the Jaeger-LeCoultre time and date Master Control Chronometre appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Sunday Morning Showdown: Orient Star Sakigake Three Hand Vs. Tissot Gentleman 38mm
It’s Sunday morning, which means it’s time for another installment of Sunday Morning Showdown. This week, we’re pitting two affordable daily wearers against each other. They represent different sides of the watchmaking world, with one hailing from Switzerland and the other…
New releases from Blancpain, Czapek, Grand Seiko and more
This past week has been one for the ages. Rolex announces an annual calendar carrying an official nickname for the first time, Blancpain releases one of the smallest mechanical movements to date, and Grand Seiko brings back Arabic numerals after 25 years. There’s plenty more…
Watches, Stories, & Gear: Watches on the Runway, A Second Look at Bremont, and Lancaster Watch Weekend
J. Press’ Vintage Watches New York Fashion Week wrapped this week, and I was lucky enough to attend a few shows, most notably J. Press, which is now under Jack Carlson’s leaderhsip. From my front-row seat, there was plenty to take in, from the Fall-Winter 2026 collection and…
The ABCs of Time – The History of American Watchmaking
Pocket watches were born in the early 16th century in Germany (Nuremberg eggs) but were very expensive, handmade curiosities that kept horrible time and were composed of components unique to each piece. Replacement parts had to be custom-made, and manufacturing times were…
New GWD26 release: De Bethune DB25 Digitale
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors De Bethune returns to the world of digital timekeeping with the new DB25 Digitale, bringing its distinctive jumping-hours display into the DB25 collection. The concept combines a jumping-hour display with a rotating…
The Petrolhead Corner – Is The Wells Vertige The Supercar/Hypercar Antidote We Need?
If you’re anything like us, you’ll feel more connected (pun intended) to something analogue instead of something digital. A mechanical watch, to us and no doubt many of you, simply feels like it has character, a soul. By extension, the same can be said for cars, with EVs…
Five Furlan Marri favourites available in the Time+Tide Shop
When it comes to vintage-inspired modern timepieces, especially the dressier ones, Furlan Marri has made a name for itself as a purveyor of great timepieces inspired by the best vintage references of the 20th century. It could be easy to lean into various watch tropes, but…
Bone-Chilling News: Charlie Adds Five Updated Concordia GMT Watches To Its Lineup
Arctic surfing — why not? And why not do it in style? Charlie, a small independent watch brand from Paris, adds five updated Concordia GMT watches to its lineup, and not only are they adventure-proof, but they also have a certain je ne sais quoi flair. It must be the subtle…
Hands-On: The Straum Expedition
Straum flips its nature-inspired concept on its head and, in the process, makes one of the best adventure-ready watches in recent memory. If wearing the Straum Expedition on and off for the last few weeks has reminded me of anything, it's this: It's been a little too long…
Introducing the Apiar Carbon1.0 OG
Think about where we are in watchmaking in 2026. You could argue, pretty reasonably I think, that the problem of chronometry has basically been solved. We have access to mechanical watches that are accurate to seconds per month, and quartz watches that are accurate to seconds…
Bring a Loupe: An Omega Suverän, A Universal Genève Cabriolet, A Vacheron Constantin Overseas, And A Vintage Zenith Chronograph
All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column. Congrats on making it through another week, Baller, and your reward, sadly, is not more information about an extraordinary new Rolex , nor is it a pretty fantastic video with a legendary…
Auctions: Rare And Unique White Gold Cartier Wristwatch Fetches Record $3.4 Million At Hong Kong Auction
Lots of action in the auction world for Cartier as Sotheby's takes back the crown for the most expensive Cartier wristwatch sold with a unique Cheich model and a Cartier Pebble also set a record after another Pebble lot was withdrawn following surprising new information. A…
Hands-on – The Tudor Northflag, an Improved Successor to the North Flag, now with GMT Function
First presented in 2015, the Tudor North Flag was an important watch for the brand. It introduced a new design, drawing on the angular, exploration-inspired character of the 1970s Ranger II, but its real significance was mechanical: it was the first Tudor fitted with a…
IFL Watches And Spinnaker Team Up For The Colorful Spence Underwater Dancers
IFL Watches does not sit still. The Dubai-based brand has been knocking out some remarkable collabs with a string of brands. The latest of these is the Spinnaker Spence Underwater Dancers. The watch celebrates World Manta Ray Day, which takes place every year on September…
Henry Cavill on Longines, his ultimate 3-watch collection, and clean versus busy dials
Henry Cavill tells us his favourite Longines watches, his philosophy on wearing watches, clean versus busy dials, and more. The post Henry Cavill on Longines, his ultimate 3-watch collection, and clean versus busy dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Review: the Stowa Fieldwatch Terra
More commonly found in the sky than the field, Stowa watches are well known for their lineup of classic Pilot’s watches. They’ve branched out a bit over the years, but the Pilot lineup is what comes to mind for me most often when thinking about the brand. Today, we’re taking…
Introducing – Pennsylvania-Based RGM Revives the E.F. Bowman Name with the Model 501-EFB
For RGM Watch Co., the return of the E.F. Bowman name reconnects the Lancaster-based independent with a local watchmaking legacy that goes back to the 19th century, and one that has a direct connection to RGM founder Roland G. Murphy. RGM, based in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, is…
The Top 5 Titanium Watches Released in 2026
Another Friday, another list. Last week, we picked five watches that never should have been discontinued. You had a lot to say about it, making it one of this year’s most-commented-on Top 5 articles. It made us think of creating a second part with five more watches, but we’ll…
New: Czapek Promenade L’Écume des Jours
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Czapek releases a new extension to their Promenade collection with the new L’Écume des Jours. The novelty sports a fascinating layered dial layered in blue enamel, mother-of-pearl and jade beneath a titanium water…
Hands-On: The Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4
Spending some time with this year's newest releases, and a look into what's coming up for Apple Watch. Another year, another generation of the Apple Watch. Like last year's Series 11 and Ultra 3, things have largely stayed the same. That said, there are still a few major…
In Conversation with Jeff Koons on His New Collaboration with Hublot
Watch collaborations have saturated the market in recent years, but when I heard Jeff Koons was getting involved in designing a model, my ears perked up. His Celebration series featuring his Balloon Dog sculptures makes up one of the most memorable works of art to emerge in…
Introducing: The Studio Underd0g x Ahmed Seddiqi "Chan3ad" (Kingfish) Limited Edition
A tasty new collaboration that's fishy from the dial to the strap. What We Know Two years after Studio Underd0g released its Series03 chronograph—an upgraded monopusher with a Sellita movement—they've teamed up with the Dubai-based powerhouse Ahmed Seddiqi for a new version…
Fortis, Berneron, and More Join Watches and Wonders 2027, Now Featuring 75 Brands
Watches and Wonders 2027 is still months away, but the specifics of the event are beginning to come into clearer focus. News broke this morning that the roster of brands has grown once again, and now numbers 75 in total. It had previously been announced that Breitling (along…
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New: Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock, a hand-drawn maze in Emerald Green and Black
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock: a hand-drawn maze milled 0.2 mm into titanium and filled by hand, in Emerald Green or black, 30 pieces each at CHF 20,000. The post New: Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock, a hand-drawn…
New: The 70s by Glashütte Original
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors It’s been a hot minute since Glashütte Original released a 70s in a date and time configuration. Here’s is our take on Glashütte’s latest timepiece. Our insider commentary in italics with full release information…
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…
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…
New GWD26 release: De Bethune DB25 Digitale
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors De Bethune returns to the world of digital timekeeping with the new DB25 Digitale, bringing its distinctive jumping-hours display into the DB25 collection. The concept combines a jumping-hour display with a rotating…
New: Czapek Promenade L’Écume des Jours
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Czapek releases a new extension to their Promenade collection with the new L’Écume des Jours. The novelty sports a fascinating layered dial layered in blue enamel, mother-of-pearl and jade beneath a titanium water…
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New: Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock, a hand-drawn maze in Emerald Green and Black
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock: a hand-drawn maze milled 0.2 mm into titanium and filled by hand, in Emerald Green or black, 30 pieces each at CHF 20,000. The post New: Ressence TYPE 9 Jules Wittock, a hand-drawn…
New: The 70s by Glashütte Original
DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors It’s been a hot minute since Glashütte Original released a 70s in a date and time configuration. Here’s is our take on Glashütte’s latest timepiece. Our insider commentary in italics with full release information…
Harnessing Nature: The Awake Sơn Mài Frosted Leaf Blood Moon, Storm, And Lagoon
Since 2024, Awake has built a strong following with its Sơn Mài dials. These time-intensive creations layer Vietnamese lacquer over silver leaf and natural pigments. Last year, the Frosted Leaf technique debuted and won two awards, including first prize in the Jewellery and…
Sunday Morning Showdown: Orient Star Sakigake Three Hand Vs. Tissot Gentleman 38mm
It’s Sunday morning, which means it’s time for another installment of Sunday Morning Showdown. This week, we’re pitting two affordable daily wearers against each other. They represent different sides of the watchmaking world, with one hailing from Switzerland and the other…
Bone-Chilling News: Charlie Adds Five Updated Concordia GMT Watches To Its Lineup
Arctic surfing — why not? And why not do it in style? Charlie, a small independent watch brand from Paris, adds five updated Concordia GMT watches to its lineup, and not only are they adventure-proof, but they also have a certain je ne sais quoi flair. It must be the subtle…
IFL Watches And Spinnaker Team Up For The Colorful Spence Underwater Dancers
IFL Watches does not sit still. The Dubai-based brand has been knocking out some remarkable collabs with a string of brands. The latest of these is the Spinnaker Spence Underwater Dancers. The watch celebrates World Manta Ray Day, which takes place every year on September…
The Top 5 Titanium Watches Released in 2026
Another Friday, another list. Last week, we picked five watches that never should have been discontinued. You had a lot to say about it, making it one of this year’s most-commented-on Top 5 articles. It made us think of creating a second part with five more watches, but we’ll…
Hands-On: The Straum Expedition
Straum flips its nature-inspired concept on its head and, in the process, makes one of the best adventure-ready watches in recent memory. If wearing the Straum Expedition on and off for the last few weeks has reminded me of anything, it's this: It's been a little too long…
Bring a Loupe: An Omega Suverän, A Universal Genève Cabriolet, A Vacheron Constantin Overseas, And A Vintage Zenith Chronograph
All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column. Congrats on making it through another week, Baller, and your reward, sadly, is not more information about an extraordinary new Rolex , nor is it a pretty fantastic video with a legendary…
Auctions: Rare And Unique White Gold Cartier Wristwatch Fetches Record $3.4 Million At Hong Kong Auction
Lots of action in the auction world for Cartier as Sotheby's takes back the crown for the most expensive Cartier wristwatch sold with a unique Cheich model and a Cartier Pebble also set a record after another Pebble lot was withdrawn following surprising new information. A…
Hands-On: The Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4
Spending some time with this year's newest releases, and a look into what's coming up for Apple Watch. Another year, another generation of the Apple Watch. Like last year's Series 11 and Ultra 3, things have largely stayed the same. That said, there are still a few major…
Introducing: The Studio Underd0g x Ahmed Seddiqi "Chan3ad" (Kingfish) Limited Edition
A tasty new collaboration that's fishy from the dial to the strap. What We Know Two years after Studio Underd0g released its Series03 chronograph—an upgraded monopusher with a Sellita movement—they've teamed up with the Dubai-based powerhouse Ahmed Seddiqi for a new version…
Buying Guide – Six Watches Perfectly Fit For Crossing Time Zones
In watchmaking, pretty much every complication started with the quest for a solution to a common problem. The tourbillon solved the influence of gravity on the balance spring, the chronograph provided the ability to time events as they happened, and repeater watches served as…
The ABCs of Time – The History of American Watchmaking
Pocket watches were born in the early 16th century in Germany (Nuremberg eggs) but were very expensive, handmade curiosities that kept horrible time and were composed of components unique to each piece. Replacement parts had to be custom-made, and manufacturing times were…
The Petrolhead Corner – Is The Wells Vertige The Supercar/Hypercar Antidote We Need?
If you’re anything like us, you’ll feel more connected (pun intended) to something analogue instead of something digital. A mechanical watch, to us and no doubt many of you, simply feels like it has character, a soul. By extension, the same can be said for cars, with EVs…
Hands-on – The Tudor Northflag, an Improved Successor to the North Flag, now with GMT Function
First presented in 2015, the Tudor North Flag was an important watch for the brand. It introduced a new design, drawing on the angular, exploration-inspired character of the 1970s Ranger II, but its real significance was mechanical: it was the first Tudor fitted with a…
Introducing – Pennsylvania-Based RGM Revives the E.F. Bowman Name with the Model 501-EFB
For RGM Watch Co., the return of the E.F. Bowman name reconnects the Lancaster-based independent with a local watchmaking legacy that goes back to the 19th century, and one that has a direct connection to RGM founder Roland G. Murphy. RGM, based in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, is…
Simplicity is best with the Jaeger-LeCoultre time and date Master Control Chronometre
Of the three new models released at Watches and Wonders, I believe there is more joy to be found in the simplest of them. The post Simplicity is best with the Jaeger-LeCoultre time and date Master Control Chronometre appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
New releases from Blancpain, Czapek, Grand Seiko and more
This past week has been one for the ages. Rolex announces an annual calendar carrying an official nickname for the first time, Blancpain releases one of the smallest mechanical movements to date, and Grand Seiko brings back Arabic numerals after 25 years. There’s plenty more…
Five Furlan Marri favourites available in the Time+Tide Shop
When it comes to vintage-inspired modern timepieces, especially the dressier ones, Furlan Marri has made a name for itself as a purveyor of great timepieces inspired by the best vintage references of the 20th century. It could be easy to lean into various watch tropes, but…
Henry Cavill on Longines, his ultimate 3-watch collection, and clean versus busy dials
Henry Cavill tells us his favourite Longines watches, his philosophy on wearing watches, clean versus busy dials, and more. The post Henry Cavill on Longines, his ultimate 3-watch collection, and clean versus busy dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Watches and Wonders adds 9 more brands to its roster for 2027, answering FounderFest FAQS
The watch world’s biggest moment just got even bigger. Earlier today, Watches and Wonders announced nine new brands joining its extensive roster of exhibitors: Akhor, Alain Silberstein, Berneron, Breva Genève, Fortis, Kerbedanz, Porsche Design, Singer Reimagined and…
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…
Watches, Stories, & Gear: Watches on the Runway, A Second Look at Bremont, and Lancaster Watch Weekend
J. Press’ Vintage Watches New York Fashion Week wrapped this week, and I was lucky enough to attend a few shows, most notably J. Press, which is now under Jack Carlson’s leaderhsip. From my front-row seat, there was plenty to take in, from the Fall-Winter 2026 collection and…
Introducing the Apiar Carbon1.0 OG
Think about where we are in watchmaking in 2026. You could argue, pretty reasonably I think, that the problem of chronometry has basically been solved. We have access to mechanical watches that are accurate to seconds per month, and quartz watches that are accurate to seconds…
Review: the Stowa Fieldwatch Terra
More commonly found in the sky than the field, Stowa watches are well known for their lineup of classic Pilot’s watches. They’ve branched out a bit over the years, but the Pilot lineup is what comes to mind for me most often when thinking about the brand. Today, we’re taking…
In Conversation with Jeff Koons on His New Collaboration with Hublot
Watch collaborations have saturated the market in recent years, but when I heard Jeff Koons was getting involved in designing a model, my ears perked up. His Celebration series featuring his Balloon Dog sculptures makes up one of the most memorable works of art to emerge in…
Fortis, Berneron, and More Join Watches and Wonders 2027, Now Featuring 75 Brands
Watches and Wonders 2027 is still months away, but the specifics of the event are beginning to come into clearer focus. News broke this morning that the roster of brands has grown once again, and now numbers 75 in total. It had previously been announced that Breitling (along…
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