Spruce Mobile Banking App
Spruce pairs high-yield savings with no monthly fees and simple tools for managing your money. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
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Casio Pro-Trek PRJ-B001EX-1 Field Watch
This Pro Trek's carabiner-ready strap turns it into a piece of trail gear, not just a watch. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Disney+ and Hulu add to the growing trend of streaming inflation
At the same time, Disney appears to be exploring new ways to expand its streaming business beyond simply raising subscription prices.
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…
Hyperboot by Nike × Hyperice
Heat and dynamic compression bring a more portable approach to ankle warm-up and mobility. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
The old cybersecurity model is breaking
As concern over AI safety and rogue agents continue to make headlines, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are rising, or that investors are pouring massive amounts of capital into startups trying to build the next generation of security for an AI-native world. We’re…
BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym
The BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE packs 70+ exercises and up to 410 pounds of resistance into one home gym. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Zoox grounds Atlanta test fleet after workers report toxic gas exposure symptoms
The repeated incidents led one worker to file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which opened an inquiry and told Zoox to investigate the exposures.
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…
Siri AI Coming to HomePod
Apple's smarter, more capable version of Siri is expanding to the HomePod , according to details found by code sleuth pdfu . According to pdfu, HomePod Software 27 includes the system behind Siri AI, called "Linwood," along with new status lights in the Siri AI colors.…
ChatGPT mobile app gets voice-based agentic features
Pro and Plus users will be able to use the Work tab on their phones to complete agentic tasks.
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…
Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it
The report suggests that greater exposure will not resolve the unease around the technology, nor reduce public support for AI regulation.
Snapdragon Summit 2026: Qualcomm’s AI bet reaches phones, earbuds and PCs
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. There’s a point where an AI assistant stops being a clever way to search and starts asking for your credit card. Qualcomm reached it during the Snapdragon Summit keynote in Maui.… Enjoy the videos and music you love,…
iPhone Air vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Buy?
The iPhone Air and iPhone 18 Pro are just $100 apart at Apple's current prices, but they offer different advantages. The Air puts a 6.5-inch display in an exceptionally thin, light body. The newer Pro adds a more versatile camera system, longer battery life, and faster…
YouTube is making comments more fun — and fandom more lucrative for creators
YouTube is rolling out GIF replies, voice-powered TV comments, personalized moderation, paid members-only communities, and new ways for fans to support their favorite creators.
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…
YouTube Music gets more conversational with new AI features
Built directly into the YouTube Music app, Ask Music lets users describe what they want to hear in everyday language rather than searching for individual songs or artists.
Showers Pass Cloudburst Hoodie
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…
Common Projects Hiker Boot Piuma
Common Projects goes beyond its usual sneaker minimalism for a rugged, suede-trimmed hiker boot. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Eight Sleep’s new Pod 6 comes in smaller and solo sizes, starting at $1,999
Eight Sleep said the new pod is 20% faster than the previous generation.
YouTube’s new ‘Shorts series’ feature brings episodic viewing to Shorts
Other Made On YouTube announcements are also designed to help creators grow and engage audiences.
YouTube will let you build your own algorithm with AI
YouTube’s new custom feeds let users describe the videos they want to see in their own words, then use Gemini to build a personalized feed around the request.
YouTube doubles down on video shopping with AI-powered ‘Ask YouTube’ feature
YouTube's AI feature can now help you compare products as you shop.
Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Will Soon Support Video
Apple Podcasts Subscriptions will soon support video, allowing creators to offer subscriber-exclusive episodes, ad-free video, early access, and bonus content, Apple today announced . The feature will be available to audiences in more than 170 countries and regions across…
Here’s the trailer for Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes documentary, in theaters October 16
In this cursed timeline, we have been gifted something so unfathomable that we could never have imagined it.
AT&T Responds to iOS 27's New iPhone Handoff Feature
Apple added a new iPhone Handoff feature to iOS 27 that allows you to switch between two iPhones while using the same phone number on each device. T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom are the first carriers to offer iPhone Handoff, and Apple said Verizon and EE will add support…
Lenovo’s New Budget Tablet Pairs Android 15 With an 11-Inch Display
Cheap Android tablets are everywhere, but finding one with the right compromises can be harder than finding one with a low price. Entry-level models often combine limited storage, older software, basic screens, and processors that leave little performance headroom. Lenovo’s…
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…
3 days left to save up to $200 and make impactful connections at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
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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…
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…
Spotify is giving you the keys to its recommendation algorithm with US launch of ‘Taste Profile’
Spotify is rolling out Taste Profile to Premium users in the U.S., letting listeners see how the streamer understands their tastes and use natural language to reshape their recommendations.
LinkedIn adds new tools to fight fake profiles and bogus work histories
LinkedIn is rolling out new verification tools that let members vouch for colleagues’ work experience and give companies more control over accounts that falsely claim to employ them.
PitPro’s first tire-changing robot goes live in Canada
The startup says its automated system can change four tires in under 15 minutes.
Nordic Knots
Nordic Knots blends Scandinavian simplicity with timeless craft to elevate the modern home. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
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…
This Camera Wants to Prove Your Photos and Videos Are Real
A convincing photograph used to be reasonably strong evidence that someone had pointed a camera at something. Generative AI has complicated that assumption. Images and videos can now be created without a camera ever being involved, making the origin of…
New iPhone Setting Lets Users Shake Off Motion-Sensing Ads
Apple is testing an iPhone setting for users in China that lets them add apps to a list that prevents them from accessing the device's motion sensors. Apple hasn't explicitly said what the setting is in response to, but Chinese apps sometimes show "shake-to-open" ads on…
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…
Apple Intelligence Taking Up 30GB+ on Some Macs Running macOS 27
After you install macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple automatically downloads a multi-gigabyte AI model to your Mac the next time it's connected to the internet. Unlike previous versions of macOS, you can't prevent it. Siri AI, and by extension Apple Intelligence, are now a mandatory…
1MORE S20 Ultra Aims to Make Open-Ear Listening More Affordable
Open-ear earbuds solve a comfort problem that conventional wireless earbuds can create. Instead of sealing the ear canal with silicone tips, they leave your ears open to conversations, traffic, and announcements. That can make them appealing for long workdays, walking,…
5 Easy-to-Install and Use Thermostats for Changing Weather
Changing weather can turn a comfortable home into a daily thermostat-adjustment exercise. Cool mornings become warm afternoons, temperatures fall again overnight, and someone inevitably ends up changing the thermostat several times a day. A smart thermostat can reduce that…
The Timex Marlin Neo Classic Chronograph Packs Three Useful Scales Into 40mm
If you want a chronograph you might actually use, the key question is whether you are willing to accept a busier dial in exchange for timing everyday tasks from your wrist. Price: $279.99 Where to Buy: Timex The Timex Marlin…
Looking for a Larger Folding Knife? The NedFoss DA75 Takes the Utility-First Route
A small EDC knife is convenient until you need something more substantial for a vehicle kit, camping bag, or outdoor gear. Moving to a larger folder gives you more cutting capacity, but it can also make everyday pocket carry less…
Best Back to School Tech That Makes a New Space Work Better
Back to school gear should keep earning its place after the first week of classes. The right mix makes a small bedroom, suite, or first apartment easier to work in, more comfortable to come home to, and ready for the…
Victrola’s New Soundstage Puts a Speaker Right Under Your Turntable
Building a better vinyl setup usually means finding more space. A turntable needs a stable surface, while separate speakers generally work best with some distance between them and the record player. In a bedroom, apartment, or home office, that can…
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…
New Mac Mini Has Two Storage Downsides, Including Unremovable SSD
As confirmed by the website "Expand Mac mini," NAND storage in the new Mac mini models with the M6 and M5 Pro chips is soldered to the logic board, whereas the previous models with the M4 and M4 Pro chips have removable storage that can be upgraded. In other words, the new…
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TORRAS FlashEye-Dot Makes Phone Charging a Lot Less Mysterious
Fast chargers do not usually tell you much about what they are doing. You plug in your phone, see the charging icon appear, and trust that the charger, cable, and device have negotiated the speed you expected. Finding out how…
Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Just Went Up
The annual percentage yield (APY) for the Apple Card's savings account increased from 3.4% to 3.5% today. If you deposited $1,000 and made no withdrawals for one year, you would earn $35 in interest at the current APY. Tag: Apple Card This article, " Apple Card Savings…
6 Lenovo products that earned The Gadgeteer’s Best of IFA 2026 awards
Lenovo’s Project Swan starts as a 14-inch notebook, then rolls out into a 17-inch display when you need more space. It’s an ambitious answer to a familiar request: give me more room to work without making me carry a bigger…
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…
The 'Batman Returns' Batmobile
This is the actual Batmobile Michael Keaton drove throughout 1992's Batman Returns. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Off-Grid Watch
H. Moser's Off-Grid pairs an analog dial with a digital display and exposed circuitry. Visit Uncrate for the full post.
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…
Ceer Exobot SUV
Saudi Arabia unveils its first homegrown cars with sci-fi styling. The Ceer Exobot SUV brings a dramatic wedge profile to the electric SUV, with upward-opening Shahin Wing Doors and a sharply inclined windshield stretching 2.4 meters long. Dark glass surfaces and dual…
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J.Crew Barn Jacket
The J.Crew Barn Jacket gets a new set of proportions for 2026. Taking cues from 1950s workwear, the latest version brings the hem up to the waist and replaces the familiar overlapping pockets with two large flap pockets. The shorter silhouette gives the longstanding design a…
Beats 360 Headphones
The Beats 360 Headphones make interchangeable cushioning the center of their design. Both the ear cushions and headband padding can be swapped, letting you change materials for different activities or refresh the look with contrasting colors. The included Performance Knit…
Amazon Finds September 2026
Our Amazon Finds for September 2026 bring together 12 picks for everyday carry, travel, and downtime. There is a slim wallet tracker, a pocket-size steel multitool, and a Bluetooth remote that keeps your phone tucked away, alongside an instant camera and a turntable for…
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…
Mac mini and Mac Studio are available today, and I’d still tell most people to buy the small one
Apple’s refreshed Mac mini and Mac Studio start reaching doorsteps and store shelves today, almost a month after the company announced both with a press release and no keynote. I’m glad the wait is over. I’m less glad about what.. The post Mac mini and Mac Studio are…
SONOFF CAM GlassView Smart Window Camera
The SONOFF CAM GlassView mounts on glass with adhesive. Watch your yard, driveway, or storefront from indoors without drilling a hole or running cables. No-drill glass mount: A 3M adhesive bracket sticks to the glass. The magnetic camera head tilts.. The post SONOFF CAM…
Ouren M1 Pet Camera and GPS Tracker
Ouren M1 is a wearable camera and GPS tracker that shows the world from your pet’s point of view, recording video, sound, and movement each day. Pet POV recording: A 120-degree wide-angle camera sits at your pet’s eye level, letting.. The post Ouren M1 Pet Camera and GPS…
REACH Modular Multi-sport GPS Computer
REACH is a modular multi-sport GPS computer for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, cycling, and paragliding. Its snap-on modules and onboard sensors adapt to whichever sport comes next. Swappable Modules: Snap on a walkie-talkie, an action camera, a wind meter, or a.. The post REACH…
CyboPal ONE Desktop Robotic Terminal
CyboPal ONE is a desktop robotic terminal that combines a 6-DOF robotic arm, voice control, gesture input, and local AI in one system for your desk. Active Tracking: The arm follows your posture, detecting your face in under 4 seconds.. The post CyboPal ONE Desktop Robotic…
Podcast in a Box
Podcast in a Box turns the iPhones and iPads you already own into a synced, multi-camera studio, with no laptop required. Multi-camera recording, no laptop: Connect up to five iPhones and iPads to the interface, hit record once, and every.. The post Podcast in a Box appeared…
MODULUS by HIGHTRON Modular Pocket Knife
MODULUS by HIGHTRON is a modular pocket knife that swaps blades and handle sections without tools. Pick a blade for the job, then click it into place. Three hot-swap blade heads: Choose the M390 Everyday blade for daily cuts, the.. The post MODULUS by HIGHTRON Modular Pocket…
Vention H Series Power Bank
The Vention H Series is a 5,000mAh power bank. It’s stylish with plenty of capacity. Ultra-thin, two-tone design: The 6.9mm aluminum alloy body has a matte, frosted finish in Burgundy Dusk, Cloud White, or Midnight Black, more accessory than tool... The post Vention H Series…
Vitamix Nano Personal Blender
Vitamix Nano is a personal blender built for smoothies, shakes, and other frozen drinks. SmoothiePilot technology reads the ingredients and adjusts speed and timing for a smooth, consistent blend. SmoothiePilot Adaptive Blending: Vitamix engineers used machine learning to…
Early Prime Day deals 2026 — Here’s what I’d actually buy
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are back and scheduled for October 6–7, 2026. Yep, we still have a two-week wait, but that hasn’t stopped brands from rolling out early deals. If you’ve had a robot vacuum or a new pair.. The post Early Prime Day deals 2026 — Here’s what I’d…
Budget cold air intake, real results: why your Vortec Truck needs to breathe better
Every 1999–2006 Vortec truck rolled off the factory line with the same setup under the hood. Doesn’t matter if it was a base work-spec Silverado or a loaded Escalade — same sealed plastic airbox, same flat paper filter, same corrugated.. The post Budget cold air intake, real…
Siri AI Coming to HomePod
Apple's smarter, more capable version of Siri is expanding to the HomePod , according to details found by code sleuth pdfu . According to pdfu, HomePod Software 27 includes the system behind Siri AI, called "Linwood," along with new status lights in the Siri AI colors.…
iPhone Air vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Buy?
The iPhone Air and iPhone 18 Pro are just $100 apart at Apple's current prices, but they offer different advantages. The Air puts a 6.5-inch display in an exceptionally thin, light body. The newer Pro adds a more versatile camera system, longer battery life, and faster…
Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Will Soon Support Video
Apple Podcasts Subscriptions will soon support video, allowing creators to offer subscriber-exclusive episodes, ad-free video, early access, and bonus content, Apple today announced . The feature will be available to audiences in more than 170 countries and regions across…
AT&T Responds to iOS 27's New iPhone Handoff Feature
Apple added a new iPhone Handoff feature to iOS 27 that allows you to switch between two iPhones while using the same phone number on each device. T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom are the first carriers to offer iPhone Handoff, and Apple said Verizon and EE will add support…
New iPhone Setting Lets Users Shake Off Motion-Sensing Ads
Apple is testing an iPhone setting for users in China that lets them add apps to a list that prevents them from accessing the device's motion sensors. Apple hasn't explicitly said what the setting is in response to, but Chinese apps sometimes show "shake-to-open" ads on…
Apple Intelligence Taking Up 30GB+ on Some Macs Running macOS 27
After you install macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple automatically downloads a multi-gigabyte AI model to your Mac the next time it's connected to the internet. Unlike previous versions of macOS, you can't prevent it. Siri AI, and by extension Apple Intelligence, are now a mandatory…
New Mac Mini Has Two Storage Downsides, Including Unremovable SSD
As confirmed by the website "Expand Mac mini," NAND storage in the new Mac mini models with the M6 and M5 Pro chips is soldered to the logic board, whereas the previous models with the M4 and M4 Pro chips have removable storage that can be upgraded. In other words, the new…
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Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Just Went Up
The annual percentage yield (APY) for the Apple Card's savings account increased from 3.4% to 3.5% today. If you deposited $1,000 and made no withdrawals for one year, you would earn $35 in interest at the current APY. Tag: Apple Card This article, " Apple Card Savings…
OpenAI's New GPT-6 Sol and Luna Models Bring Astra Improvements to Cheaper Tiers
OpenAI today launched GPT–6 Sol and GPT–6 Luna, two new models that follow GPT–6 Astra. OpenAI says the new models were developed using methods similar to Astra's for improvements in professional work, factuality, coding, computer use, and alignment. GPT–6 Sol is for everyday…
Apple Park Visitor Center Just Lost an Attraction Offered Since 2017
Following renovations, the Apple Park Visitor Center in Cupertino, California no longer features a 3D augmented reality model of the Apple Park campus. The area that housed the 3D model, which was called the Exhibition Space, now has wall-mounted shelves known as "Avenues"…
Shazam App for iPhone Updated With New Icon and iMessage Stickers
Apple today updated the Shazam app for iOS with an ever so slightly frostier app icon and a new set of iMessage stickers. To send stickers in the Messages app on the iPhone, tap the plus sign in a conversation, select Stickers, tap on the Shazam app icon, and tap on a…
Anthropic Launches Claude Opus 5.5 With Fable-Level Performance at a Lower Price
Anthropic today launched Claude Opus 5.5 , which it says is the first model in a new 5.5 model family. Opus 5.5 performs at the level of Claude Fable 5.1 on most work, but costs 40 percent less to run than Opus 5. According to Anthropic, Opus 5.5 is a "major step up" from…
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Apple Testing Prototypes of Whoop-Like Screenless Fitness Band
Apple is working on an activity tracker that doesn't have a screen, reports Bloomberg . The screen-free health and fitness device is said to be similar to Whoop's line of bands . Whoop makes wrist-worn trackers with 24/7 monitoring, but without a display. Apple has apparently…
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Apple Releases Firmware Update for Beats 360
Apple today released a firmware update for the Beats 360 over-ear headphones, so customers ordering the headphones will have new software available when they arrive. The firmware has a 4A262 version number, up from the prior 4A260 firmware. We don't know what's included in…
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Apple Puts AirTag-Sized AI Pin on Hold
Apple has paused development on a camera-equipped AI wearable, reports Bloomberg . The device was described as a pin or pendant that could be attached to clothing or worn around the neck. A camera would relay information about the wearer's surroundings to Siri , like the…
Disney+ and Hulu add to the growing trend of streaming inflation
At the same time, Disney appears to be exploring new ways to expand its streaming business beyond simply raising subscription prices.
The old cybersecurity model is breaking
As concern over AI safety and rogue agents continue to make headlines, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are rising, or that investors are pouring massive amounts of capital into startups trying to build the next generation of security for an AI-native world. We’re…
Zoox grounds Atlanta test fleet after workers report toxic gas exposure symptoms
The repeated incidents led one worker to file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which opened an inquiry and told Zoox to investigate the exposures.
ChatGPT mobile app gets voice-based agentic features
Pro and Plus users will be able to use the Work tab on their phones to complete agentic tasks.
Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it
The report suggests that greater exposure will not resolve the unease around the technology, nor reduce public support for AI regulation.
YouTube is making comments more fun — and fandom more lucrative for creators
YouTube is rolling out GIF replies, voice-powered TV comments, personalized moderation, paid members-only communities, and new ways for fans to support their favorite creators.
YouTube’s conversational video editing tool lets creators make edits in natural language
Creators will be able to use AI in a conversational chat interface to help them edit videos.
YouTube Music gets more conversational with new AI features
Built directly into the YouTube Music app, Ask Music lets users describe what they want to hear in everyday language rather than searching for individual songs or artists.
Eight Sleep’s new Pod 6 comes in smaller and solo sizes, starting at $1,999
Eight Sleep said the new pod is 20% faster than the previous generation.
YouTube releases new AI features for creators within its Studio app
YouTube is adding new features to generate ideas and monitor the performance of thumbnails.
YouTube’s new ‘Shorts series’ feature brings episodic viewing to Shorts
Other Made On YouTube announcements are also designed to help creators grow and engage audiences.
YouTube adds new creator tools like video A/B testing, dynamic thumbnails, and live dubbing
Many of these tools hinge on using generative AI to try out a variety of different tactics on a video to find what works best.
StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Inside the changing rules of venture capital
StrictlyVC joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to discuss the changing VC landscape thanks to AI. Get your Investor Pass to join these exclusive sessions. Save $200 before September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
YouTube will let you build your own algorithm with AI
YouTube’s new custom feeds let users describe the videos they want to see in their own words, then use Gemini to build a personalized feed around the request.
YouTube doubles down on video shopping with AI-powered ‘Ask YouTube’ feature
YouTube's AI feature can now help you compare products as you shop.
Here’s the trailer for Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes documentary, in theaters October 16
In this cursed timeline, we have been gifted something so unfathomable that we could never have imagined it.
3 days left to save up to $200 and make impactful connections at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
3 days to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass, plus 50% off a second. Make impactful connections with 10,000+ tech leaders. Last day to save is September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register today.
Spotify is giving you the keys to its recommendation algorithm with US launch of ‘Taste Profile’
Spotify is rolling out Taste Profile to Premium users in the U.S., letting listeners see how the streamer understands their tastes and use natural language to reshape their recommendations.
LinkedIn adds new tools to fight fake profiles and bogus work histories
LinkedIn is rolling out new verification tools that let members vouch for colleagues’ work experience and give companies more control over accounts that falsely claim to employ them.
PitPro’s first tire-changing robot goes live in Canada
The startup says its automated system can change four tires in under 15 minutes.
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 Hoodie
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…
A Very Noisy Marble Machine
Jelle’s Marble Runs is back with another marble machine. The primary goal of “Cacophony” is to make noise. Loaded up with 2000 individual marbles, its mix of rotating drums, ramps, nails, pipes, bells, and springs helps it produce a variety of satisfying sounds. For a fun…
Bambu Lab R1 CO2 Laser Cutter + Engraver
Known for its 3D printers, Bambu Lab enters the laser game with the R1. The 55W CO2 laser cuts and engraves wood, leather, acrylic, metal, and more across a 600 × 300 mm work area. Automatic mirror alignment and camera-assisted positioning simplify setup, dual fans aid…
Cheeky Monkey Multitool Carabiner
This playful multitool from Lucky Jack Gear looks like one of the small simians from the classic Barrel of Monkeys game. Its curved arms double as carabiner clips for attaching belt loops, bags, or key rings, while its integrated tools include six metric wrenches, flat and…
Resident Punk by Legs McNeil (Book)
Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of PUNK magazine, its cofounder, Legs McNeil, tells the sleazy, star-studded stories behind the stories. Resident Punk: How I Smoked, Drank, and Stumbled My Way Through the ‘70s Punk Scene is part memoir and part cultural history of NYC’s…
Grandma’s Copper Kettle Mini
Based on a 19th century design, Fireside’s compact camping kettle is designed for hanging over an open fire. Each kettle is handmade in Japan from copper to conduct heat and is designed to develop a unique patina with time and use. It features a nickel-plated interior, a…
Lexus x MSCHF: MOTOMORPHOSIS
Art collective MSCHF turned two electrified Lexus vehicles into sculptures that look like someone went wild with a 3D modeling tool. MOTOMORPHOSIS includes an RZ 450e looped nose-to-tail and an RX 450h+ twisted into a spiral. The crazy cars appear alongside their production…
Mayhem À La Carte (Trailer)
Mayhem À La Carte combines a cooking game with a first-person shooter. As a caterer for a crime syndicate, your job is to cook and plate meals while hordes of enemies open fire on your kitchen. The four-player co-op game even lets you switch between bullets and throwing food…
Surviveware Compact First Aid Kit
What makes Surviveware’s first aid kit stand out is how well organized it is. Each of its inner sleeves is labeled by purpose, saving valuable seconds in an emergency. It’s made from 600D Polyester and comes packed with bandages, splinter probes, sting relief pads, a CPR kit,…
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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…
Snapdragon Summit 2026: Qualcomm’s AI bet reaches phones, earbuds and PCs
Qualcomm covered my trip to Maui for Snapdragon Summit. There’s a point where an AI assistant stops being a clever way to search and starts asking for your credit card. Qualcomm reached it during the Snapdragon Summit keynote in Maui.… Enjoy the videos and music you love,…
Lenovo’s New Budget Tablet Pairs Android 15 With an 11-Inch Display
Cheap Android tablets are everywhere, but finding one with the right compromises can be harder than finding one with a low price. Entry-level models often combine limited storage, older software, basic screens, and processors that leave little performance headroom. Lenovo’s…
This Camera Wants to Prove Your Photos and Videos Are Real
A convincing photograph used to be reasonably strong evidence that someone had pointed a camera at something. Generative AI has complicated that assumption. Images and videos can now be created without a camera ever being involved, making the origin of…
1MORE S20 Ultra Aims to Make Open-Ear Listening More Affordable
Open-ear earbuds solve a comfort problem that conventional wireless earbuds can create. Instead of sealing the ear canal with silicone tips, they leave your ears open to conversations, traffic, and announcements. That can make them appealing for long workdays, walking,…
Lenovo’s New Budget Gaming Laptop Cuts Costs With Older Hardware
Buying a budget gaming laptop usually means deciding which compromises matter least. A cheaper machine might give you a slower screen, less storage, older graphics, or weaker upgrade options. Lenovo’s new Lecoo GT 16 takes a pragmatic approach: it prioritizes…
5 Easy-to-Install and Use Thermostats for Changing Weather
Changing weather can turn a comfortable home into a daily thermostat-adjustment exercise. Cool mornings become warm afternoons, temperatures fall again overnight, and someone inevitably ends up changing the thermostat several times a day. A smart thermostat can reduce that…
The Timex Marlin Neo Classic Chronograph Packs Three Useful Scales Into 40mm
If you want a chronograph you might actually use, the key question is whether you are willing to accept a busier dial in exchange for timing everyday tasks from your wrist. Price: $279.99 Where to Buy: Timex The Timex Marlin…
Looking for a Larger Folding Knife? The NedFoss DA75 Takes the Utility-First Route
A small EDC knife is convenient until you need something more substantial for a vehicle kit, camping bag, or outdoor gear. Moving to a larger folder gives you more cutting capacity, but it can also make everyday pocket carry less…
Best Back to School Tech That Makes a New Space Work Better
Back to school gear should keep earning its place after the first week of classes. The right mix makes a small bedroom, suite, or first apartment easier to work in, more comfortable to come home to, and ready for the…
Victrola’s New Soundstage Puts a Speaker Right Under Your Turntable
Building a better vinyl setup usually means finding more space. A turntable needs a stable surface, while separate speakers generally work best with some distance between them and the record player. In a bedroom, apartment, or home office, that can…
TORRAS FlashEye-Dot Makes Phone Charging a Lot Less Mysterious
Fast chargers do not usually tell you much about what they are doing. You plug in your phone, see the charging icon appear, and trust that the charger, cable, and device have negotiated the speed you expected. Finding out how…
6 Lenovo products that earned The Gadgeteer’s Best of IFA 2026 awards
Lenovo’s Project Swan starts as a 14-inch notebook, then rolls out into a 17-inch display when you need more space. It’s an ambitious answer to a familiar request: give me more room to work without making me carry a bigger…
Vivo Watch 6 Brings Premium Watch Materials to a Much Lower Price
Smartwatches with sapphire glass, long battery life, offline navigation, and cellular connectivity usually come with premium prices. Vivo is trying to change that equation with the Watch 6. Price: 999 yuan (About $149) Where to Buy: Vivo Starting at 999…
Timex Marlin Quartz GMT Adds Dual-Time Tracking Without the Tool-Watch Look
GMT watches are useful when you need to track another time zone, but many come with rotating bezels, oversized cases, and overtly sporty styling. That works for a travel watch, but it can feel out of place if you want…
WESN The Henry Makes the Old-School Slip Joint Feel Modern
If most of your pocket-knife use involves opening packages, cutting string, trimming food, or handling other small chores, a full-size modern folder can feel like more knife than you need. One-handed opening, locking systems, pocket clips, and larger blades are…
This Stansport Multi-Tool Is Built More Like Camp Gear Than Pocket Gear
Most multitools are designed around everyday repairs. You get pliers, screwdrivers, a knife, and perhaps a saw or file. That combination works well for loose screws and small cutting jobs, but camping can introduce different problems. Driving a tent stake…
Yashica Y16 Wants to Make Compact Cameras Fun Again
Compact digital cameras have become technically impressive, but that does not necessarily give everyone a reason to carry one. If a phone already handles everyday photos, a separate pocket camera needs to offer something different enough to justify bringing another…
Vivo Buds Clip Put Comfort and Awareness Ahead of Noise Isolation
Traditional earbuds can solve one problem by creating another. Sealing the ear canal can improve isolation and bass response, but some people dislike the pressure, fatigue, or disconnected feeling that comes with wearing in-ear buds for hours. The Vivo Buds…
ARC X1 Packs a 120Hz Screen and 9,300mAh Battery Into an Android Handheld
Android gaming handhelds solve some of the frustrations of playing on a phone, but they introduce another set of compromises. Physical controls and a larger screen are useful, yet battery life, cooling, software, and ergonomics can determine whether the experience…
Vivo X500 Packs a 7,500mAh Battery Without Giving Up Its Zeiss Camera Ambitions
Flagship phones keep getting better cameras and faster processors, but those improvements do not solve one of the most basic smartphone problems: battery anxiety. Bigger batteries help, although they can make a phone thicker, heavier, or less comfortable to carry.…
Seiko Presage HCB004 and HCB005 Put Two Very Different Looks on the Same GMT
A GMT watch is useful when you need to track another time zone, but many GMTs are styled like travel or sports watches. That can make them feel out of place if what you really want is something polished enough…
This Mini MTech Fixed Blade Goes All In on Grenade-Style Design
Sometimes you want a fixed blade without carrying a full-size outdoor knife. Even relatively compact fixed blades can take up more room than you need for opening packages, cutting cord, and handling other small jobs. Price: $14.99 Where to Buy:…
5 Great Coffee Makers for the Office
The office coffee maker has a tougher job than the one on your kitchen counter. It may need to serve several people back-to-back, accommodate different coffee preferences, and remain simple enough to clean that nobody avoids it after the first…
Casio AE-1600H Is Still One of the Easiest Everyday Watches to Recommend
An everyday watch should solve problems, not add another thing to manage. It should be easy to read, tolerate normal water exposure, and run long enough that battery changes feel occasional rather than part of ownership. Price: $42.97 Where to…
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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CEER Exobot SUV
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Beats 360 Over-Ear Headphones
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Common Projects Hiker Boot Piuma
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The 'Batman Returns' Batmobile
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H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Off-Grid Watch
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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…
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…
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…
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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 ]
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Sony FX5 Is Delayed Until At Least the End of October
Something is seriously wrong with Sony's planned FX5 production schedule. After an announcement in July that it would be available to purchase on August 21, it was first delayed into September and now has officially slipped again: shipping will start "from the end of…
Photographing Tigers: Portraits of Big Cats Unlike Any Before
By some strange turn of fate, I found myself sitting on a camera case, face-to-face with a 500-pound tiger from less than a foot away. I could feel his breath on my skin, and more than once, that same breath fogged the front element of my lens as I photographed him. [ Read More ]
Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Finally Brings 8Kp60 Video to Smartphones
Today at its annual Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm unveiled two new flagship mobile SoCs, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. They both promise to supercharge the age of agentic AI, although there are some very interesting new features for…
Evoto Adds Portrait Retouching to Video, Intelligent Culling, Mobile Tethering, and More
Evoto has announced version 8.0, which spans the Evoto Desktop app, the Evoto mobile app, and Evoto Video. The update brings portrait retouching directly inside DaVinci Resolve, story-based intelligent culling, mobile tethering support, and a new preset and asset marketplace.…
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The Street Photographer Proving the Gear Doesn’t Matter
Often street photographers talk about their gear; though they surely do also discuss their work. In the case of photographer Nei Valente though, you can really see the artistry in what he captures on the streets. In a piece from our archives, he spoke with us a bit about what…
Free Adobe Premiere Video Editing App Arrives on Android
Just over a year ago, Adobe released an all-new, mostly-free Premiere app for iPhone. At the time, Adobe promised that Premiere would come to Android, too. As of today, the promise has been fulfilled. [ Read More ]
Scanning Film at Home Made Simple: Fstoppers Reviews the Valoi Easy35
Digitizing film at home has always been a fiddly, annoying, time-consuming process, so discovering a system that makes it simpler has been a breath of fresh air. The VALOI easy35 v2 is a system that simplifies the process of digitizing slides and negatives at home using your…
This Camera Wants To Solve the AI-Driven Erosion of Trust in Photography
Upstart camera company Caimera has teamed up with Austrian PC fan company Noctua, on a new prototype Micro Four Thirds camera that is all about cryptographic authentication at the time of capture. The CAIM1 camera's name stands for "Counter Artificial Intelligence Machine 1."…
Aperture Opens Swanky New Headquarters in New York
Aperture, a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of photography, has found a new home in New York just across the street from the American Museum of Natural History. [ Read More ]
What Happens When You Jump From 4x5 to 8x10 Film
Jumping from 4x5 to 8x10 film means bigger negatives, longer focal lengths, slower shutters, and a bill that climbs fast with every accessory. Anyone weighing whether the leap is worth it will recognize the mix of excitement and sticker shock that comes with building a fresh…
Vivo X500 Series Smartphones Take Photography Extremely Seriously
It was only in May that PetaPixel reviewed the Vivo X300 Ultra smartphone, then the company's flagship handheld. Now the X500 Series has landed in China, bringing the debut of a brand-new Pro Max model dripping with cutting-edge camera technology. [ Read More ]
Looking for Landscapes That Don't Want to Be Photographed
After about 40 years of photography, the biggest change in my work has nothing to do with cameras, lenses, or the transition from film to digital. It’s what I look for when I’m out with my camera. [ Read More ]
Photo Agencies and Newspapers Withhold Trump Photos in Solidarity with US Television Networks
Major photo agencies and newspapers are temporarily withholding photographs of President Donald Trump’s events in solidarity with news organizations barred from the White House. [ Read More ]
Luxury Hotel in South of France Bans Photography Because of Influencers
One of the world's fanciest hotels has enforced a photography ban after social media-obsessed guests spent more time snapping their food than eating it. [ Read More ]
Canon's R8 Mark II Finally Adds the One Feature the Original Was Missing
The Canon R8 Mark II adds in-body stabilization, the single feature its predecessor left out, and packages it into a 24.2-megapixel full frame body aimed at people making their first jump up from crop sensors. That one change reshapes who this camera is for. [ Read More ]
Police Search for Two Female Suspects After $10K Camera Gear is Stolen from Private Party
Police are hunting for two female suspects after $10,000 worth of professional camera gear was stolen from a high-end fashion event in the Hamptons. [ Read More ]
This Photographer Lives Atop Mount Fuji
A photographer lives in one of the most beautiful places in the world for two months each year: atop Mount Fuji in a Shinto shrine. [ Read More ]
Meta’s Stock Price Surges as Muse AI Tops App Store Charts
Meta has seen its stock price surge this week thanks to its new agentic AI app Muse hitting the top of Apple's App Store charts. [ Read More ]
Why This Tiny APS-C Camera Got a Dust Spot After 1,200 Shots
The Ricoh GR IV earns constant recommendations as the everyday-carry camera, small enough to slip into a pocket, with an APS-C sensor packed into a body most compacts can't match. After roughly five months of real use, that pocket promise turned out to be the exact spot where…
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The First Presidential Dog to Get a Photograph
Meet Fido: Abraham Lincoln's beloved dog and the first Presidential dog to be photographed and still have surviving records. Mr. Lincoln loved his dog and before he became President, he was said to bring the dog with him into town often. The dog would sometimes fetch parcels…
Nikon Z8 Takes Bird Photographer of the Year 2026 Crown
Winners of the Bird Photographer of the Year 2026 have been unveiled. This edition sees the image of a northern gannet bursting through the ocean’s surface as the winner of the overall contest, while the Youth Photographer of the Year goes to a photo of a great horned owl…
ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2027 Keeps Most of Its AI on Your Own Machine
ACD Systems has released ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2027, and the pitch is less about what the AI can do than about where it runs. Face detection, keywording, masking, super-resolution, and image similarity all process on your computer, with no images or facial data leaving…
Eight Legendary Darkroom Tools Most Photographers Under 40 Have Never Seen
Making a single black-and-white print used to take a locked room, a red bulb, and roughly eight specialized tools that have almost no equivalent on a modern desk. If you started shooting after the smartphone, there is a good chance you have never touched any of them, or seen…
Canon Patent Reveals Fingerprint Sensors Built Into Camera Grip
Canon has numerous patent filings over the past few weeks. A new addition to this set is a patent designed for a camera grip that can identify the individual holding. The filing states that the new interchangeable camera will come with fingerprint sensors built directly into…
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…
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…
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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…
Scanning Film at Home Made Simple: Fstoppers Reviews the Valoi Easy35
Digitizing film at home has always been a fiddly, annoying, time-consuming process, so discovering a system that makes it simpler has been a breath of fresh air. The VALOI easy35 v2 is a system that simplifies the process of digitizing slides and negatives at home using your…
What Happens When You Jump From 4x5 to 8x10 Film
Jumping from 4x5 to 8x10 film means bigger negatives, longer focal lengths, slower shutters, and a bill that climbs fast with every accessory. Anyone weighing whether the leap is worth it will recognize the mix of excitement and sticker shock that comes with building a fresh…
Looking for Landscapes That Don't Want to Be Photographed
After about 40 years of photography, the biggest change in my work has nothing to do with cameras, lenses, or the transition from film to digital. It’s what I look for when I’m out with my camera. [ Read More ]
Canon's R8 Mark II Finally Adds the One Feature the Original Was Missing
The Canon R8 Mark II adds in-body stabilization, the single feature its predecessor left out, and packages it into a 24.2-megapixel full frame body aimed at people making their first jump up from crop sensors. That one change reshapes who this camera is for. [ Read More ]
Manual Focus, No Autofocus, No Regrets: A Leica M10-R Story
Limits can do more for your photography than any spec sheet, and a manual-focus rangefinder forces those limits on you in a way autofocus never will. That tension sits at the heart of one photographer's decision to bring a Leica to a job it had no business being at. [ Read More ]
Also covered by PetaPixel, The Phoblographer, Leica Rumors
Viltrox Brings Four Air Series Primes to L-Mount, Starting at $168
Viltrox has announced four full frame autofocus primes for L-mount, the AF 14mm f/4 Air L, AF 20mm f/2.8 Air L, AF 40mm f/2.5 Air L, and AF 50mm f/2 Air L, all of which go on sale today at prices from $168 to $199. The heaviest of the four weighs 205 g. [ Read More ]
We Review L-Mount Latest Budget-Friendly Ultra-Wide Angle Lens: Viltrox AF 14mm f/4 L
Since the inception of the L-Mount Alliance, there has been a gap in the market for affordable ultra-wide angle lenses. With the available options, you could either purchase an affordable lens that completely lacked autofocus or invest in an autofocus lens that was decidedly…
We Review the Latest Viltrox Air Series Lens Af 40mm f/2.5 L: An Exceptional Lightweight Everyday Carry Lens
The long-awaited expansion of the Viltrox Air series lenses has finally arrived for L-Mount users. Marketed on the promise of "Lightweight & Masterful Image Quality," the Air series has already built a solid reputation in the photography community. I know at least a few…
Why This Tiny APS-C Camera Got a Dust Spot After 1,200 Shots
The Ricoh GR IV earns constant recommendations as the everyday-carry camera, small enough to slip into a pocket, with an APS-C sensor packed into a body most compacts can't match. After roughly five months of real use, that pocket promise turned out to be the exact spot where…
Also covered by PetaPixel
ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2027 Keeps Most of Its AI on Your Own Machine
ACD Systems has released ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2027, and the pitch is less about what the AI can do than about where it runs. Face detection, keywording, masking, super-resolution, and image similarity all process on your computer, with no images or facial data leaving…
Eight Legendary Darkroom Tools Most Photographers Under 40 Have Never Seen
Making a single black-and-white print used to take a locked room, a red bulb, and roughly eight specialized tools that have almost no equivalent on a modern desk. If you started shooting after the smartphone, there is a good chance you have never touched any of them, or seen…
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:…
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…
Also covered by Fstoppers, PetaPixel, The Phoblographer
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…
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 ]
Also covered by The Phoblographer
The Sony FX5 Is Delayed Until At Least the End of October
Something is seriously wrong with Sony's planned FX5 production schedule. After an announcement in July that it would be available to purchase on August 21, it was first delayed into September and now has officially slipped again: shipping will start "from the end of…
Photographing Tigers: Portraits of Big Cats Unlike Any Before
By some strange turn of fate, I found myself sitting on a camera case, face-to-face with a 500-pound tiger from less than a foot away. I could feel his breath on my skin, and more than once, that same breath fogged the front element of my lens as I photographed him. [ Read More ]
Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Finally Brings 8Kp60 Video to Smartphones
Today at its annual Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm unveiled two new flagship mobile SoCs, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. They both promise to supercharge the age of agentic AI, although there are some very interesting new features for…
Evoto Adds Portrait Retouching to Video, Intelligent Culling, Mobile Tethering, and More
Evoto has announced version 8.0, which spans the Evoto Desktop app, the Evoto mobile app, and Evoto Video. The update brings portrait retouching directly inside DaVinci Resolve, story-based intelligent culling, mobile tethering support, and a new preset and asset marketplace.…
Also covered by Fstoppers
Free Adobe Premiere Video Editing App Arrives on Android
Just over a year ago, Adobe released an all-new, mostly-free Premiere app for iPhone. At the time, Adobe promised that Premiere would come to Android, too. As of today, the promise has been fulfilled. [ Read More ]
This Camera Wants To Solve the AI-Driven Erosion of Trust in Photography
Upstart camera company Caimera has teamed up with Austrian PC fan company Noctua, on a new prototype Micro Four Thirds camera that is all about cryptographic authentication at the time of capture. The CAIM1 camera's name stands for "Counter Artificial Intelligence Machine 1."…
Aperture Opens Swanky New Headquarters in New York
Aperture, a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of photography, has found a new home in New York just across the street from the American Museum of Natural History. [ Read More ]
Vivo X500 Series Smartphones Take Photography Extremely Seriously
It was only in May that PetaPixel reviewed the Vivo X300 Ultra smartphone, then the company's flagship handheld. Now the X500 Series has landed in China, bringing the debut of a brand-new Pro Max model dripping with cutting-edge camera technology. [ Read More ]
Photo Agencies and Newspapers Withhold Trump Photos in Solidarity with US Television Networks
Major photo agencies and newspapers are temporarily withholding photographs of President Donald Trump’s events in solidarity with news organizations barred from the White House. [ Read More ]
Luxury Hotel in South of France Bans Photography Because of Influencers
One of the world's fanciest hotels has enforced a photography ban after social media-obsessed guests spent more time snapping their food than eating it. [ Read More ]
Police Search for Two Female Suspects After $10K Camera Gear is Stolen from Private Party
Police are hunting for two female suspects after $10,000 worth of professional camera gear was stolen from a high-end fashion event in the Hamptons. [ Read More ]
This Photographer Lives Atop Mount Fuji
A photographer lives in one of the most beautiful places in the world for two months each year: atop Mount Fuji in a Shinto shrine. [ Read More ]
Meta’s Stock Price Surges as Muse AI Tops App Store Charts
Meta has seen its stock price surge this week thanks to its new agentic AI app Muse hitting the top of Apple's App Store charts. [ Read More ]
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…
The Street Photographer Proving the Gear Doesn’t Matter
Often street photographers talk about their gear; though they surely do also discuss their work. In the case of photographer Nei Valente though, you can really see the artistry in what he captures on the streets. In a piece from our archives, he spoke with us a bit about what…
Viltrox Adds 4 New Lenses to L-mount
At IBC 2026, Viltrox teased that new lenses are coming to the L-mount. And today, they're making it official. From the Viltrox AIR series the AF 14mm f4 L, AF 20mm f2.8 L, AF 40mm f2.5 L, and AF 50mm f2 L are now being announced for the L-Mount. Though we've tested only a…
The First Presidential Dog to Get a Photograph
Meet Fido: Abraham Lincoln's beloved dog and the first Presidential dog to be photographed and still have surviving records. Mr. Lincoln loved his dog and before he became President, he was said to bring the dog with him into town often. The dog would sometimes fetch parcels…
Nikon Z8 Takes Bird Photographer of the Year 2026 Crown
Winners of the Bird Photographer of the Year 2026 have been unveiled. This edition sees the image of a northern gannet bursting through the ocean’s surface as the winner of the overall contest, while the Youth Photographer of the Year goes to a photo of a great horned owl…
Canon Patent Reveals Fingerprint Sensors Built Into Camera Grip
Canon has numerous patent filings over the past few weeks. A new addition to this set is a patent designed for a camera grip that can identify the individual holding. The filing states that the new interchangeable camera will come with fingerprint sensors built directly into…
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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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…
Also covered by Hodinkee, Deployant, Fratello, Worn & Wound, Time+Tide Watches
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,…
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…
Also covered by Fratello
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.
Also covered by Monochrome Watches
A Deep-Diving Legacy: Squale Introduces The Galeazzi Artiglio
Squale and underwater-tech manufacturer Drass Galeazzi mark the centenary of Roberto Galeazzi’s 1926 patent with the Galeazzi Artiglio. This is a vintage-inspired dive watch with a 600m depth rating and a neat trick up its sleeve. Galeazzi’s patented “spherical-zone…
Guide: Omega Speedmaster Reference Numbers Explained
Since 2014, the Omega Speedmaster Professional has used exceptionally long reference numbers (also referred to as the PIC14 system). The last Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch with a reference number that made sense to me was the 3570.50. Six digits are also easy to digest…
FounderFest 2026 FAQ – GLOBAL ONLINE ORDER SALES WINDOW IS NOW OPEN!
The wait is over, the 24 hour sale is about to begin, but how do you get involved? Andrew and Zach are here to help you find out The post FounderFest 2026 FAQ – GLOBAL ONLINE ORDER SALES WINDOW IS NOW OPEN! appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
First Look – The MeisterSinger NL Edition Tulip 2026
MeisterSinger’s single-hand watches draw on an old tradition: clocks were often equipped with just one hand, giving the wearer a broader, less hurried reading of the day. Over the years, the German brand that celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026, has applied this concept…
Also covered by Deployant
First Look – The Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table “The Metamorph Merlin”
In 2005, Roger Dubuis launched the Excalibur, an imposing 45mm watch that established many of the key aesthetic traits and mechanical audacity that characterise the “hyper horology” the brand practises today. The Knights of the Round Table collection, introduced in 2013, was…
Review: the Christopher Ward Sealander – the Best Boring Watch Money Can Buy
Christopher Ward introduced the C63 Sealander in 2021 as a go-anywhere, do-anything watch. It was meant to be the brand’s contemporary, bread-and-butter line: a less specialized variation of the C60 Trident diver that had long been its core, while avoiding vintage pastiche.…
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…
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: 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…
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…
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…
A Deep-Diving Legacy: Squale Introduces The Galeazzi Artiglio
Squale and underwater-tech manufacturer Drass Galeazzi mark the centenary of Roberto Galeazzi’s 1926 patent with the Galeazzi Artiglio. This is a vintage-inspired dive watch with a 600m depth rating and a neat trick up its sleeve. Galeazzi’s patented “spherical-zone…
Guide: Omega Speedmaster Reference Numbers Explained
Since 2014, the Omega Speedmaster Professional has used exceptionally long reference numbers (also referred to as the PIC14 system). The last Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch with a reference number that made sense to me was the 3570.50. Six digits are also easy to digest…
Exploring New Territory With The 42mm Panerai Luminor PAM01710, PAM01711, And PAM01714
Ask watch fans about typical Panerai characteristics, and one of the first things they’ll mention is size. The watches’ large cases have become synonymous with the brand, along with Panerai’s iconic design style, sandwich dials, and the signature crown-protection bridge. But…
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…
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…
Introducing: Chopard Brings Back The Original Happy Diamonds And Happy Sport
Faithful proportions, floating stones, and a surprisingly tiny mechanical movement make for a convincing exercise in archival revival. What We Know This year marks 50 years since Chopard first "set diamonds free." Which sounds a little cheesy, admittedly, but there is…
Introducing: Marathon x Watches of Espionage Titanium SAR
Watches of Espionage teams up with Marathon Watches to launch their first-ever collaborative watch, and they're off to a great start. What We Know Marathon Watches, the Canadian watch brand best known for its line of military-issued and -inspired watches, and Watches of…
Introducing: Panerai Honors The Pre-Vendome Luminor With A Smaller 42mm Offering
A more wearable size for a wider range of buyers, and a more affordable price to go with it. What We Know Don't call it a comeback—they've been here for years, but if today's release is any indication, Panerai seems on the verge of "having a moment," or whatever you'd call it…
Also covered by Deployant, Fratello
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…
Also covered by Hodinkee, Deployant, Fratello, Worn & Wound, Time+Tide Watches
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…
Also covered by Fratello
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…
Introducing – The Panerai Luminor Tourbillon GMT Titanio PAM01784
Panerai‘s modern movement story began in 2005, when the company introduced the hand-wound P.2002, its first own calibre, combining a GMT function with an eight-day power reserve. In 2007, the brand expanded its calibre family, also introducing Panerai’s own interpretation of…
First Look – The MeisterSinger NL Edition Tulip 2026
MeisterSinger’s single-hand watches draw on an old tradition: clocks were often equipped with just one hand, giving the wearer a broader, less hurried reading of the day. Over the years, the German brand that celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026, has applied this concept…
Also covered by Deployant
Review – Back to Basics for Panerai, with the new Luminor 42 Collection (Incl. Video)
If you want to talk about iconic designs of the watch industry, then the Luminor collection by Panerai should certainly be on your list… Not only is this watch the brand’s most classic model, but it’s also one of the most recognisable shapes ever created. In recent times,…
First Look – The Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table “The Metamorph Merlin”
In 2005, Roger Dubuis launched the Excalibur, an imposing 45mm watch that established many of the key aesthetic traits and mechanical audacity that characterise the “hyper horology” the brand practises today. The Knights of the Round Table collection, introduced in 2013, was…
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
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FounderFest 2026 has left the stage – here’s how it went down
The doors just closed on our most ambitious event yet; FounderFest. Seven watches across three events in Melbourne, London and NYC. The post FounderFest 2026 has left the stage – here’s how it went down appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
H. Moser expands digital offerings with new Streamliner OFF-GRID
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Girard-Perregaux Presents a Pair of Laureato Watches for the Williams F1 Team
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Grand Seiko Introduces the SBGW325 ‘Arabic Blue’ Limited Edition
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Moser Dips Its Toe Back in the Digital Realm with the New Limited Edition Streamliner Off-Grid
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