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The world of new tech and gadgets is fast-moving and non-stop. It seems like every month, every week and even every day, something new and exciting gets announced. From hi-fi headphones to the latest Sonos speakers, bookshelf speakers to gorgeous (and huge) TVs, the newest Apple gadgets to noise-canceling wireless earbuds — the sheer volume of new products can be overwhelming. That's why we're aiming to make it just a bit easier.
Below, we've rounded up the best new tech and gadgets that been announced thus far in 2023. We'll be regularly updating this post with the coolest new gadgets that you should keep on your radar, so stay tuned for more as the year goes on.
Last updated: November 10, 2023
November
The Best New Tech Gear of November 2023
The Master & Dynamic MW09 are the company's newest flagship wireless earbuds with active noise-cancellation. Compared to their predecessors, the MW08, the new models boast improved sound, ANC and battery life. They also have a slightly updated look.
Price: $349
The Sony A9 III mirrorless camera is the first full-frame camera to have global shutter. allowing it to expose every pixel simultaneously so there is no distortion while shooting both photos and video. The camera will be available next spring.
Price: $5,999+
The Steam Deck OLED is a new-and-improved version of Value's 2022-released handheld. The big upgrade is its OLED (instead of LCD) display, but it also boasts significantly more battery life, improved connectivity, a quieter fan and it's a little bit lighter. It'll be available in 512GB and 1TB models.
Price: $549 (512GB); $649 (1Tzb)
Meze Audio announced a second-generation version of its 2018-released Empyrean planar magnetic headphones. The Empyrean II have a slightly updated design, cushier earpads and improved drivers (specifically, Isodynamic Hybrid Array drivers) for even better sonic performance.
Price: $2,999
The Humane AI Pin is a first-of-a-kind gadget. It's an AI-powered device – with a camera, speaker and mini-projector — and battery pack that clips onto your clothes and you wear throughout the day. It runs its own software and responds to voice and gesture controls. It's essentially a smart device without a traditional screen (nor does it run apps) that's meant to be the future of wearables.
Price: $699
The Soundcore AeroFit Pro is the company's first pair of open-ear wireless earbuds designed for runners. They also come with an optional neckband that connects to the bottom of each earhook for extra security. They have an IPX5 rating and, thanks to LDAC support, can play high-res audio over Bluetooth.
Price: $170
The Tapo C120 is an indoor/outdoor smart home camera that costs $40. The wired camera can capture 2K video and supports person and pet detection, and can even detect if a baby is crying — so you can use it as a pet or baby monitor. It has an adjustable stand and comes with a magnetic mount so you have flexibility where you place it.
Price: $40
Nomad announced its first MagSafe car mount. It has a slick all-black design and comes with an 18-watt USB-C car adapter so you can fast charge your iPhone. (Nomad also announced the Mount, which looks the same, costs $45, but can't charge your iPhone.)
Price: $80
JLab is best known for making super affordable wireless earbuds — the Epic Lab aren't that. At $200, they are the company's most premium pair of wireless earbuds to date. They boast active noise-cancellation, Bluetooth multipoint and wireless charging. And, most significantly, they support LDAC high-resolution audio.
Price: $200
Apple introduced a new family of M3 chipsets — there's the M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max — and updated 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros that are powered by them. These new MacBook Pros have the same design as their predecessors, but boost improved performance (especially GPU) and the higher-end models are available in a new "space black" color.
Price: $1,599+
The iMac hadn't been refreshed since its huge design overhaul in 2021. This week, introduced updated iMacs with an M3 chip (instead of M1) that promises to be a significantly faster machine. The M3 iMac comes in the same seven colors as before and starts at the same price, too.
Price: $1,299+
The Kanto Audio Ora is a pair of powered desktop loudspeakers that connect to your computer via USB-C. They have built-in Bluetooth for easy streaming, and even have RCA outputs for connecting to a hi-fi system.
Price: $350
October
The Best New Tech Gear of October 2023
Like its predecessors, the third-generation Osmo Pocket is a three-axis handheld gimbal. It stands out by having a significantly improved camera, a larger sensor, a longer-lasting battery and a much bigger touchscreen that now rotates between portrait and landscape modes. The catch? It's considerably more expensive than past Pockets.
Price: $519
The Marantz CD 50n is a streaming CD player that's extremely versatile. It has a bevy of analog and digital inputs so you can hook it up to your existing hi-fi system or TV. It also supports high-resolution streaming over Wi-Fi. And is comes integrated with HEOS multi-room streaming platform.
Price: $1,800
The Soundcore Motion X500 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that's essentially a smaller and more affordable version of the Motion X600 that was released this past April. It also supports LDAC and is capable of playing higher-res files than most other portable speakers. It costs $170, but you can get $40 if you put a $1 deposit down now.
Price: $170
This is Wyze's second-generation wired video doorbell. It captures a 2K video and has the usual features, such as 2-way talk and night vision. The kicker is that it has a microSD slot for local storage (card sold separately) and supports free 12-second recordings every time the doorbell is pressed.
Price: $40
The Leica M11-P is a special version of the company's flagship M11 rangefinder. What makes the "P" really unique is that it has a special chip that can add 'Content Credentials' metadata to each photo, which can be verified Adobe's Content Authenticity Initiative. Basically, it can prove if the photo has been edited or altered in any way.
Price: $9,195
The Happy Hacker Keyboard (casual known as the “HHKB”) is perhaps the most iconic serious-but-portable mechanical keyboard. The new “Studio” model takes its functionality up a notch with a nub mouse and side-mounted touchpads to let it completely take the place of your mouse as well. Yes, there’s a learning curve, but that’s part of the HHKB line’s extremely nerdy appeal.
Price:Best known for its smart thermostats, Ecobee has introduced its first smart video doorbell. It does most of what you'd expect a smart doorbell camera to do — 24/7 live feed, two-way talk, motion alerts and package detection — and is compatible with Amazon Alexa, HomeKit and, coming soon, Google Home.
Price: $160
This is Mophie's newest MagSafe-compatible portable battery for the latest iPhones. It has a 5,000 mAh capacity and an integrated kickstand. There's an in/out USB-C port on the side that, provided you have an extra cable, will allow you to charge a second gadget while also wirelessly charging your iPhone.
Price: $60
Apple announced a more affordable Apple Pencil that charges via USB-C. It looks similar to the $129 Apple Pencil and can similarly magnetically stick to newer flat-edged iPads, but it can't wirelessly charge. It also lacks some higher-end features, like pressure sensitivity, so it's meant more for signing documents rather than being used for art.
Price: $79
The California hi-fi company announced the Skoll, a balanced MM/MC phono preamplifier for high-end turntables. It has single-ended and balanced inputs and outputs, gain controls on its front panel (up to 70dB), and comes with a remote.
Price: $399
The Analogue 3D is an upcoming retro control that promises to be able to play Nintendo 64 games and output the games in beautiful 4K. Analogue didn't divulge much other info — nor did it show off a photo of the 3D — but did share that the console will be available sometime in 2024.
Price: TBD
The Astell&Kern AK HB1 is a portable USB DAC/amp that's designed to deliver high-res audio to your wired headphones. More interestingly, the AK HB1 also has built-in Bluetooth and supports 24-bit LDAC and aptX HD, so you can stream higher-res files to your wireless headphones, too.
Price: $269
PSB announced its Image series of loudspeakers consisting of two sets of floorstanding speakers and a pair of bookshelf speakers. The speakers feature crossover and driver technologies from the PSB's higher-end lines, but at a more affordable price.
Price: $699/pair (bookshelf); $1,499 — $1,999/pair (floodstanding)
This is a 3-in-1 MagSafe wireless charger for your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods. It's standout feature is an extendable arm that can lift your iPhone up to 16-inches high while simultaneously charging it.
Price: $150
Sony announced a redesigned PS5 that's a little bit smaller, lighter and slimmer than the 2019-released PS5 — the new model is not technically called "Slim," but that's what people are referring to it as. The other neat thing is that you can buy an detachable disc drive for an extra $80 and play physical games.
Price: $459 (Digital Edition); $499 (with disc drive)
The InZone Buds are wireless earbuds that are specifically designed for gaming on a PS5, PC or smartphone. There's a USB-C dongle that comes in the case that creates a low-latency connection. They also support ANC and transparency modes for when you're not gaming.
Price: $200
The Logitech Wave Keys is the company's newest wireless ergonomic keyboard that comes with an integrated cushion for your palms to rest. It's compatible with both Windows PCs and Macs. Available in black or white.
Price: $60
The Tapo Wire-Free MagCam is a new battery-powered smart home camera designed for the indoors or outdoors. It shoots 2K video and supports people- and pet-recognition (for free). It's compatible with either Google Home and Amazon Alexa smart home ecosystems.
Price: $120
The Leica Sofort 2 is a new instant film camera and direct successor to the 2016-released Sofort. Unlike its predecessor, however, the Sofort 2 lets you pick and choose which of your shots you want to print. It has enough internal memory to store 45 of your shots, but there's a micro SD slot that allows you to add more storage.
Price: $389
The Pixel 8 is the company's new baseline smartphone. Compared to last year's Pixel 7, the Pixel 8 has a brighter screen with a higher refresh (now up to 120Hz), faster charging and Google’s new Tensor G3 chip and an improved main camera. The downside is that Google increased its starting price.
Price: $699
Google's second-generation smartwatch looks identical to the original Pixel Watch, but it packs a much improved processor, a bunch of new sensors (including barometer, magnetometer and a skin temperature sensor) and up to 24 hours of battery life with its always-on display turned on.
Price: $349
The Pixel 8 Pro is the company's new high-end smartphone. It's the same size and looks mostly the same as its predecessor, the Pixel 7 Pro, but the Pixel 8 Pro has improved cameras, a brighter screen, a next-gen Tensor G3 chip and a lot more software tricks. It also comes with the promise of seven years of OS updates.
Price: $999+
Google didn't exactly announce new Pixel Buds Pros, although it did introduce new color options to match the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. It did announce, however, that it was going to roll out new features, most notably conversation detection and improved call quality, that will come via a software update.
Price: $200
This "Fan Edition" smartphone is essentially a more budget-friendly version of Samsung's flagship Galaxy S23. It looks mostly the same, but has a slightly dated processor and a less-capable telephoto lens. It costs $600, making it $200 cheaper.
Price: $600
Samsung announced "Fan Edition" versions of its Tab S9 and Tab S9 Plus tablets. They pack older chipsets and have LED displays rather than OLED displays, but they still look similar and come with Samsung's S Pen stylus.
Price: $449+; $799+ (Plus)
The Galaxy Buds FE are noise-canceling wireless earbuds that cost just $99. They are essentially a more budget-friendly alternative to the Galaxy Buds 2, which are $50 more expensive.
Price: $99
September
The Best New Tech Gear of September 2023
DJI announced a new and improved version of its compact drone. Compared to the Mini 3 Pro, the Mini 4 Pro has the same camera but new obstacle avoidance sensors and smarter tracking abilities. It still weighs less than 250 grams, meaning you don't need a license to fly it.
Price: $759
Analogue announced an extremely limited batch of transparent Pockets that pays homage to the clear GameBoys of yesteryear. These handheld consoles come in seven different finishes — red, orange, green, blue, purple, black and clear — and will go on sale on September 29th at 11AM ET.
Price: $249
The KA13 is FiiO's gorgeous (and affordable) new portable DAC and headphones amplifier. It has a USB-C connection and supports lossless audio up to 32-bit/384kHz as well as native DSD256 hi-res audio files.
Price: $79
The Songbook (shown) and larger Songbook Max are boombox-style portable Bluetooth speakers from Tivoli Audio. Each boasts a handle, playful knobs and switches and, uniquely, can function as a standalone amp.
Price: $449; $599 (Max)
These are Sennheiser's take on a more budget-friendly pair of noise-canceling headphones. They promise a similar sound and fit to the company's flagship Momentum 4 Wireless ($380), but are mostly plastic and don't have quite the same level of active noise-cancellation.
Price: $180
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra is the company's new flagship noise-canceling headphones (they replace the 2019-released Noise-Canceling 700s). They have a new foldable design with plush earcups, improved noise-cancellation and call clarity, and they support spatial audio.
Price: $429
The Nikon Zf is a mirrorless camera with retro appeal. It packs a 24.5-megapixel full-frame sensor and similar shooting capabilities as the Nikon's higher-end Z8 and Z9 cameras, but has physical buttons and dials and looks like a vintage shooter.
Price: $2,000 (body only)
Amazon's newest smart display looks almost identical to its 2021-released predecessor, but packs a faster processor, improved sound quality and a now centrally-placed camera. It also has some advanced AI abilities and can sense when you are nearby and will then change what's on its screen accordingly.
Price: $150
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are the company's new flagship noise-canceling wireless earbuds (replacing the 2022-released QC Earbuds II). They boast improved mics for call clarity and support for spatial audio. Available in early October.
Price: $299
The Echo Hub is a wall-mounted tablet with an 8-inch touchscreen. It's basically a more streamlined version of the Echo Show 8 and works much the same way. It's mainly meant to be a central hub for controlling your smart home gadgets.
Price: $180
Like their predecessors, Amazon's newest Echo Frames work as a combo of eyeglasses (or sunglasses) and headphones — there are speakers built into each arm. The third-generation Echo Frames have improved sound, faster Alexa and come in a number of stylish frames.
Price: $270+
The Bose QuietComfort Headphones replace its 2021-released QuietComfort 45 as the company's mid-range noise-canceling headphones. They look almost identical to their predecessors, but pack improved software allows for more customizable ANC settings.
Price: $349
This is Amazon's first soundbar released under the Fire TV name. It's meant to be paired with any Fire TV (optimized for 50-inch and smaller models) and give them a boost in audio quality. It has built-in Bluetooth for easy music streaming, too.
Price: $120
The Px7 S2e is an "evolved" version of last year's flagship Px7 S2 noise-canceling headphones. The new models are mostly the same as their predecessors, with the same design and specs, but they have a new DSP for improved sound quality. They are also available in a new forest green finish.
Price: $399
Tivoli Audio's Model Two Digital is a wireless speaker with built-in Wi-Fi (AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect) and Bluetooth streaming capabilities. It looks like a modern version of the company's Model One — it has similar wooden veneers but comes with a new metallic grille — although it lacks a true AM/FM radio.
Price: $449
The Instax Pal is a super small 4.9-megapixel digital camera that comes bundled with Fujifilm's Instax Mini 2 smartphone printer. After snapping photos with the camera, you can then select which photos you want to print on its companion smartphone app. (Read DPReview's review for more details.)
Price: $200 (bundle)
The Soundcore Motion 300 is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker that's super waterproof (IPX7) and can even float. It has a metallic grill and rubberized sides and buttons. It also supports LDAC files, so if you have a compatible Android you can play high-res sound.
Price: $80
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have a couple of key upgrades over their predecessors. They have a customizable Action button, a new titanium case, a USB-C charging port, Apple's new A17 Pro chip and an upgraded camera system. The Pro Max also has a 5x telephoto lens.
Price: $999+ (Pro); $1,199+ (Pro Max)
Apple's more affordable line of new iPhones get a brighter screen with the Dynamic Island (which was previously only on the Pros). They've also been updated with an improved camera system and a USB-C charging port.
Price: $799+; $899+ (Plus)
Apple's second-generation Ultra smartwatch looks identical to its predecessor, but boasts several key updates under the hood. It has a 2x brighter screen, a much faster chipset and supports new-age features like gesture controls and on-device Siri processing.
Price: $799+
The Series 9 looks identical to last year's Series 8, but Apple has given it a brighter display and its fancy S9 processor, the latter of which enables new features like double-tap gesture controls and on-device Siri processing. The Series 9 is also Apples's first-ever carbon neutral product.
Price: $399+
Apple released new AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case (no more Lightning). They are almost the same as last year's second-generation AirPods Pro, but they've been updated with improved dust resistance (now IP54 instead of IPX4). And when paired with Apple's Vision Pro headset, they'll actually support lossless audio.
Price: $249
Fujifilm announced its newest flagship medium-format mirrorless camera. Compared to its predecessor, the Fuji's GFX100 "II" has a more compact body, a new sensor and significantly faster autofocus. It's also $2,500 less expensive than the GFX100. It'll be available this fall.
Price: $7,499 (body only)
The HP Spectre Fold is a 3-in-1 foldable PC similar to last year's Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold — it can function as a 13-inch laptop, a 17-inch tablet or 17-inch desktop (thanks to its attachable keyboard. The main difference is that Spectre Fold promises to be a more refined, more premium and significantly more expensive device.
Price: $5,000
Twelve South's newest 3-in-1 MagSafe charger is designed to wirelessly charge three of your Apple devices — iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch — at once. It'll work with your iPhone's new Standby mode.
Price: $150
The 1More Penta P50 are the company's newest wire earbuds that promise hi-fi sound at a relatively inexpensive price. Each earbud packs five drivers and the cables detachable, similar to what you'd find in higher-end IEMs.
Price: $170
The French hi-fi company announced its second-generation flagship wireless earbuds. Compared to its 2020-released predecessors, the Gemini II boast significantly improved active noise-cancellation and sound quality, but they cost $150 more. These are one of the most expensive wireless earbuds out there.
Price: $449
The Polaroid I-2 is the company's most expensive and most ambitious instant film camera to date. It comes with manual controls, a fancy lens and support for three different types of film.
Price: $600
The Victrola Hi-Res Carbon looks similar to the company's Stream Carbon, but instead of working with Sonos, this model supports high-res streaming over Bluetooth (up to aptX Adaptive). It can stream audio to any Bluetooth-enabled speaker or headphone.
Price: $599
The Victrola Hi-Res Onyx is a more budget-friendly alternative to the company's new Hi-Res Carbon. It has an all-black finish, but comes with a less high-end tonearm and cartridge. It supports the same high-res streaming over Bluetooth (up to aptX Adaptive).
Price: $399
The big upgrade with GoPro's newest flagship action camera, the Hero 12 Black, is that it doubles the runtime for recording continuous footage. It supports Bluetooth audio so you can use a wireless headset (including AirPods) as a mic. And there's larger lens, called the new Maxs Lens Mod, that you can buy for an extra $100.
Price: $400+
Nomad has expanded its line of premium MagSafe chargers. The Nomad Base One Max 3-in-1 is made of the same high-end materials as the existing Base One and Base One Max, but wireless charging three devices: iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods.
Price: $170
Technics announced a modern version of its iconic direct-drive SL-1200 from the 1970s. The SL-1200GR2 retains a similar design but has been given new motor control and an upgrade power supply to help deliver an even more immaculate sound. It'll be available this December.
Price: $2,200
August
The Best New Tech Gear of August 2023
Sony announced a second-generation model of its popular A7C compact mirrorless camera. The "II" boasts a larger 33-megapixel CMOS sensor (up from its predecessor's 24MP sensor), newer processor, improved autofocus and viewfinder with higher magnification. It starts at $400 more expensive.
Price: $2,198 (body only)
The Analogue Pocket Glow is a glow-in-the-dark version of its handheld console — only a very limited quantity will be sold. You can order one on Analogue's website on September 1st at 11AM ET.
Price: $250
The Elite 10 is the company's new top-of-the-line wireless earbuds. They pack its best sound quality and most powerful active noise-cancellation, plus they have new semi-open design for improved comfort.
Price: $250
The Elite 8 Active are the company's most rugged wireless earbuds to date. They have an IP68 water-resistance rating and meet the Military Standard 810H, meaning they can survive extreme temperatures and hard impacts.
Price: $200
The JBL Authentics 200 is a portable speakers with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. Aside from its retro design, its standout feature is that you can set it up so it'll answer both "Hey Google" and "Alexa" voice commands. (JBL also offers two larger speakers, the Authentics 300 and Authentics 500.)
Price: $330
Marshall announced a new-and-improved version of its flagship noise-canceling wireless earbuds. The Motif II ANC have a similar design as its 2021-released predecessor, but have improved battery life and faster charging capabilities.
Price: $199
The JLab JBuds Mini are super small wireless earbuds that come in an equally small charging case — there's even a ring for attaching to a keychain. The budget-friendly earbuds lack active noise-cancellation, but do have a transparency mode and support Bluetooth multi-point.
Price: $40
This new USB-C charging cable has a built-in power meter that can show you realtime charging data. It supports 240-watt charging speeds and thus will be a fun accessory for those charging their smartphone or laptop.
Price: $20
Plugable's newest 30-watt charger is super small and yet capable of charging your iPhone at its fastest possible speeds. Available in white or black finishes.
Price: $20
U-Turn announced a refreshed or "Gen 2" line of its popular Orbit turntables. They've been given some hi-fi upgrades including a new magnesium tonearm, electronic speed control and an improved drive system. Like before, there are four Orbit models — Custom, Basic, Plus and Special — in this refreshed line.
Price: $249 — $999
Bowers & Wilkins introduced a new-and-improved 600 Series of loudspeakers. There are four models — 603 S3 (floorstanding), 606 S3 (standmount), 607 S3 (bookshelf) and the HTM6 S3 (center channel) — each of which features a new Titanium Dome tweeter.
Price: $900 (bookshelf/pair) — $2,500 (floorstanding/pair)
The PlayStation Portal is a handheld console that plays PS5 games. You'll still need to have a PS5 console to play it, granted. And since it streams games from your console over Wi-Fi, you can only play Portal when you have a reliable Wi-Fi connection. It'll be available later this year.
Price: $200
The Soundcore Space One is Anker's newest pair of wireless over-ear headphones with active noise-cancellation. Compared to its predecessor, the Space, the Space One have a new design, improved noise-cancellation and longer battery life.
Price: $100
HyperX announced a third-generation of its extremely popular Cloud Wireless gaming headset. The new model has improved sound, more padded earcups and an incredible 120-hour battery life — which is 4x times the juice of its predecessor. On the downside, it's $20 more expensive.
Price: $170
The Urbanista Malibu is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker with a unique feature — it's equipped with the company's solar-powered technology (which Urbanista has integrated in some of its headphones), meaning you might never need to charge it the old fashion way.
Price: $149
Blink — owned by Amazon — introduced a next-gen version of its battery-powered outdoor smart home camera that has been upgraded in most ways. The Outdoor 4 has a new design, improved motion detection and slightly better image quality. It takes two AA batteries, which promises roughly two years of run time.
Price: $120
Moment's T-Series of lenses are designed to get more out of your smartphone's camera. Compared to its existing M-Series, which has been around since 2017, the T-Series all have thicker glass for better optics and are bigger to better fit today's smartphones. There are 8 lenses in the T-Series.
Price: $120 - $150 (per lens)
This a 3-in-1 accessory for your Mac or Windows laptop. It's a USB-C hub that adds nine total ports and supports up to two external monitors. It's an SSD enclosure. And it's kind of ergonomic stand that rests underneath your laptop. If ordered by August 24, you get 20-percent off with code: NVME20.
Price: $150
Dockcase's USB-C docking station adds ten ports to your laptop or desktop and can support a dual monitor setup (4K at 60fps). It's a standout for its mostly see-through design and its built-in 1-inch display that can show you a wide variety of data. The Kickstarter campaign runs through the end of the month.
Price: $159 ($109 Super Early Bird)
House of Marley announced an updated version of its eco-friendly turntable. The "Lux" model has a built-in phono preamp (switchable) and an Audio-Technica AT-95E (MM) phono cartridge. It supports Bluetooth, too, so you can stream vinyl to a wireless speaker.
Price: $400
Technics's latest wireless earbuds lack some of the hi-fi capabilities of its $299 flagship EAH-AZ80 earbuds, but they deliver active noise-cancellation and convenient features (like Bluetooth multi-point) at a more mid-range price.
Price: $169
The Zagg Pro Stylus 2 is the newest accessory for the iPad Pro. The coolest thing about it is that it actually supports magnetic wireless charging just like the second-generation Apple Pencil. It's also available in five different colors: gray, yellow (shown), white, blue or pink.
Price: $80
Astell&Kern's second-generation wireless earbuds, the UW100 MK II, look almost identical and cost the same as their 2022-released processors. The difference is that they have improved sound and battery life, and they come in a significantly smaller charging case.
Price: $299
The WiiM Pro Plus is the successor to the WiiM Pro that was released earlier this year. The "Plus" does pretty much the same thing — it hooks up to your old audio system and allows you to stream to it in a multitude of ways — but boasts upgraded internals for streaming lossless audio (up to 32-bit/192kHz).
Price: $219
The LG Signature OLED M is the company's super high-end OLED TV that's almost completely wireless. There's a separate box that houses all your sources (such as cable box and gaming consoles) and then streams it to the TV. The absolutely huge 93-inch TV has an equally huge price tag.
Price: $30,000
ESR's newest MagSafe 3-in-1 charging station can wirelessly charge the latest iPhone (at its full 15-watt potential) along with your AirPods and Apple Watch. It's integrated with the company's CryoBoost cooling technology to make sure your device don't overheat, too.
Price: $120
Audioengine finally released a second-generation version of its N22 desktop and headphone amplifier (which has been around since 2010). The new model has a refreshed design, upgraded internals and adds built-in Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity. It's also more expensive.
Price: $269
Marshall's new vintage-inspired amplifiers pay homage to its legendary JTM45 tube amp from the 1960s. The Studio JTM range consists of four models — 20-watt head and 20-watt combo amps, and 1 x 12” and 2 x 12” cabinets — all of which are more compact and lightweight than the original.
Price: $1,480+
DJI's newest flagship action camera, the Osmo Action 4, has a larger sensor – now 1/1.3-inch image sensor — and promises better low-light performance. Compared to the Osmo Action 3, the "4" also has a slightly more durable design and $70 more expensive price tag.
Price: $399
Belkin has quite a few MagSafe chargers in its BoostCharge line. The newest addition, the BoostCharge Pro, is a 2-in-1 wireless charging pad that rests flat on your desk and can simultaneously charge your iPhone and AirPods (with a wireless charging case).
Price: $80
Twelve South released a more affordable version of its popular Curve laptop stand. It's looks almost identical to the Curve, but it has a three-piece design that snaps together (instead of a one piece design) and only comes in one silver finish.
Price: $40
The Wyze Battery Cam Pro is a battery-powered smart home camera with a unique feature: it's capable of continuous recording even when running solely on battery. So if your power goes out, the camera won't miss a beat (until its battery needs recharging).
Price: $94+
July
The Best New Tech Gear of July 2023
The Sony WF-1000XM5 are the company's new flagship noise-canceling wireless earbuds. Compared to their predecessors, the Sony gave the XM5s better noise cancellation, better sound and better call clarity. Each earbud is actually 25 percent smaller, so they fit more comfortably in your ears.
Price: $300
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the fifth-generation foldable smartphone in Samsung's "Flip" series. Samsung gave it a bunch of internal upgrades, but the biggest physical change is that the small cover screen on the front of the smartphone is 3.78-times bigger than the one on last year's Flip 4. Available for preorder now.
Price: $1,000
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the newest foldable smartphone in Samsung's higher-end and more-productivity-focused Fold series. It's not that much different than last year's Fold 4, but it has upgraded internals and a slimmer, lighter and more pocketable design. Available for preorder now.
Price: $1,800
The Galaxy Watch 6 is the next generation of last year's Galaxy Watch 5. It has a larger and brighter display, slimmer bezels, larger batteries, faster charging capabilities and a couple of new health and wellness features. It's available in 40mm and 44mm sizes.
Price: $330
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is essentially a larger version of the Galaxy Watch 6 — it's available in 43mm and 47mm sizes. The other standout difference is that it has a physical rotating bezel, which used to be a signature feature for Samsung smartwatches.
Price: $400+
Samsung introduced its next-generation line of Android tablets. Like last year, there are three options in the Tab S9 Series — the Tab S9 (11"), the Tab S9 Plus (12.4") and the Tab S9 Ultra (14.6") — but the big update is that they all have the same AMOLED displays, even the most entry-level model.
Price: $800 (S9); $1,000 (S9+); $1,200 (S9 Ultra)
The Fluance RT81+ is an upgraded version of the company's RT81. It has a slightly more contemporary design with the same built-in preamp, but the "+" version has updated cartridge (Audio Technica VM95E) and an anti-resonant platter. It costs an $50.
Price: $300
The Yamaha SR-B30A is a new affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar. It's a pretty simple plug-and-play soundbar that's designed for people wanting immersive sound for their smaller TV. It supports Bluetooth, but not Wi-Fi streaming.
Price: $280
The Beats Studio Pro are the first flagship wireless noise-canceling over-ear headphones that the company has released in nearly six years. They have a familiar design, but a lot have new custom drivers, more powerful mics and a bunch of new features that make them work well with iPhones.
Price: $350
Announced at CES earlier this year, the Samsung ViewFinity S9 will finally be available in the states this August. It's a 27-inch smart monitor that delivers a 5K picture and comes integrated with Tizen OS. It costs exactly the same as Apple's 27-inch Studio Display.
Price: $1,599
Nomad has introduced a modern version of its classic ChargeKey (which it hasn't made for years). It's a pocketable charging cable that's designed to fit on your keychain and charge your devices (with the help of a power adapter). It's available in two models: USB-C to USB-C or Lighting to USB-C.
Price: $25 (USB-C); $35 (Lightning)
Beyerdynamic announced new neckband-style wireless in-ear headphones with active noise-cancellation. The Blue Byrd ANC has an IPX4 water-resistance rating, charges via USB-C and supports AAC and AptX Adaptive codecs.
Price: $149
Plugable's newest docking station, the USB4, is unique because it allows you to connect compatible laptops to two external 4K monitors, both running at a 120Hz refresh rate. It's designed to work with PC laptops running Windows 10 or newer.
Price: $199
The Nothing Phone (2) is the company's first Android smartphone to be available in the States. It looks very similar to its predecessor, last year's Phone (1), but boasts higher-end specs and an upgraded and more customizable LED lighting notification system on its back.
Price: $599+
The Sony A6700 is the company's new flagship APS-C mirrorless camera (and the first APS-C camera that Sony has released in years). The 26-megapixel camera is optimized for vlogging thanks to its small body, advanced autofocus system and ability to shoot 4K video at 120fps.
Price: $1,400+
Samsung has introduced an 83-inch model of its affordable S90C line of OLED TVs. In fact, the S90C is Samsung's only line of OLED TVs that comes in a 83-inch size. You'll be able to pick one up for just over $5K.
Price: $5,300
Yamaha has introduced the True X Series of soundbars and wireless surround sound speakers. There are two True X 50A and the more affordable True X 40A, both of which support Dolby Atmos as well as a multitude of wireless streaming capabilities.
Price: $700 (50A); $500 (40A)
The Nothing Ear (2) are the company's higher-end wireless earbuds with active noise-cancellation. Their unique see-through design and relatively affordable price make them unique. This week, Nothing announced an all-black model.
Price: $149
The Sondek LP12-50 is a special edition turntable designed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Linn releasing its iconic Sondek LP12. The most interesting thing about it is that it's a collaboration effort with LoveFrom, the design firm that Jony Ive founded post-Apple.
Price: $60,000
The FiiO FW3 is the company's newest pair of wireless earbuds that are designed to bring solid sound and a relatively low price. Each earbud has a DAC-and-amp combo and they support the highest-res audio files that can play over Bluetooth, including LDAC and aptX Adaptive.
Price: $99
This is Satechi's newest high-powered USB-C dock that's aimed at creative professionals. It has 16 different ports, supports 96-watt passthrough power and can connect several external displays.
Price: $350 ($280 launch price)
Aqara announced its first smart sensor designed to work with Matter smart homes. It has a two-piece magnetic design and is primed to be placed on a door or window. It has a programmable button and does not need a separate hub to work.
Price: $30
Montblanc is best known for its luxury pen and high-end watches, but it's decided to get into the wireless earbud game. The MTB 03 is the company's first pair of wireless earbuds. They boast active noise-cancellation, wireless charging and a glossy finish.
Price: $395
June
The Best New Tech Gear of June 2023
The Go 3 is Insta360's newest action camera — and it's actually a two piece modular system. There's a thumb-sized camera that pops out of a rectangular body (called the "Action Pod") with a viewfinder. You can attach the Go 3 onto a mount or item of clothing and then view what it's capturing on the viewfinder.
Price: $379The British audio company added two new Signature speakers to its ultra high-line of 800 Series loudspeakers. There's the 801 D4 floorstanding speakers and 805 D4 stand-mounted speakers. B&W have given these new models upgraded crossovers, bracing technologies and improved drivers too.
Price: $50,000 (floorstanding); $12,000/pair (stand-mounts)
Skullcandy announced a new line of rugged portable Bluetooth speakers. There are eight speakers in total, ranging from $30 to $80. The "Ounce" is the smallest and most affordable of the company's new offerings.
Price: $30
The Terrain (pictured) and Terrain XL are the two largest of the eight portable Bluetooth speakers that Skullcandy announced this week. They both have an IPX7 water-resistance rating and charge via USB-C.
Price: $60 (Terrain); $80 (Terrain XL)
TP-Link announced a little smart plug that is fully certified to work with Matter, meaning it's pretty much guaranteed to work with your current smart home ecosystem. It also has a side button for manually powering on/off whatever is plugged into it.
Price: $20
This is a new smart sunrise alarm clock that's unique because it also works as a full-on Echo speaker with built-in Alexa. You can set wake and sleep schedules so that the light gradually warms or cools, respectively, as well as use your voice to request songs from Spotify or Amazon Music.
Price: $129
Announced last fall, Google's first tablet in years is finally available. It's an 11-inch Android tablet that's powered by the same chip (Tensor G2) that's in the Pixel 7 smartphone. It's unique amongst tablets, however, because it works with a speaker hub that turns it into a full-fledged smart display that responds to "Hey Google" voice commands.
Price: $499
The PerL and PerL Pro (shown) are Denon's first wireless earbuds not under the Nura name. Both are high-end wireless earbuds that support active noise-cancellation. The "Pro" models have more powerful ANC and support higher-res streaming, but are also significantly more expensive.
Price: $199; $349 (Pro)
TCL officially released its 2023 line of soundbars — with TCL Q6510 (shown) being the most high-end of the bunch. It's a 5.1-channel soundbar that comes with wireless subwoofer and two rear-channel speakers. While very affordable, none of TCL's newest soundbars support Dolby Atmos.
Price: $280
The Sennheiser All-Day Clear are the audio company's first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. They have a slim look are are easy to set up thanks to a companion app (compatible with iPhone and Android). They promise a 16-hour battery life per earbud.
Price: $1,400+
The Instax SQ40 is the company's newest instant film camera. It has a similar vintage design flair as the Instax Mini 40, but uses larger 62 x 62mm Instax Square film. As for features, the SQ40 has an Automatic Exposure function and a new selfie mode.
Price: $150
The Soundcore Liberty 4 NC are Anker's new wireless earbuds that cost just $100 yet promise some pretty premium features, including active noise-cancellation, support for LDAC high-resolution audio files and a wireless charging case.
Price: $100
Satechi's newest docking allows you to connect your M1- or M2-powered MacBook Air or MacBook Pro to up to three external 4K displays (each at 60Hz). It also adds a bunch of extra ports for peripherals and delivers 100-watts of passthrough power.
Price: $299
The Nebula Mars 3 is a portable projector that's designed for outdoor viewing. It has a really bright (1,000-lumen) bulb so that it can deliver a 1080p picture (up to 150-inches) even when it's not pitch black outside. It's primed for backyard movie nights.
Price: $1,099
The Nomad Base is a wireless charger designed for the latest iPhones. It's identical to the company's Base One but $30 cheaper because it won't charge your iPhone quite as fast — it maxes out at 7.5-watts instead of 15-watts over MagSafe.
Price: $70
The Stand is a more affordable version of Nomad's Stand One. It's exactly the same, but is "MagSafe compatible" instead of "Made for MagSafe" meaning it'll charge your iPhone a little bit slower — it maxes out at 7.5-watts instead of 15-watts over MagSafe.
Price: $80
The Skullcandy Rail ANC are budget-friendly noise-canceling wireless earbuds. They have a wireless charging case, an IPX4 water-resistance rating (so they're safe to workout with) and are integrated with support for Tile tracking.
Price: $100
Apple's first AR headset, the Vision Pro, is effectively a standalone Mac for your face. It has high-resolution displays, a bunch of built-in cameras and sensors (so it doesn't require any extra hardware for controls), and it's designed as the computer of the future. It'll be available in early 2024.
Price: $3,499
The 15-inch MacBook Air is almost identical to the 13-inch MacBook Air that was released last summer. It is decked out with the same M2 chip, has the same design (including MagSafe charging) and comes in the same colors. It's just got a bigger screen. But it's a big deal because it's the first-ever 15-inch MacBook Air.
Price: $1,299+
Apple hadn't updated the Mac Pro, its high-end tower workstation designed for professionals, since 2019. That changed this week. The newest Mac Pro looks identical to its predecessor, except it's now updated with Apple silicone instead of Intel. You can purchase the new Mac Pro with either M2 Max or M2 Ultra chipsets.
Price: $6,999+
Apple has updated its Mac Studio with its newer and more powerful M2 Max and M2 Ultra chips. It offers a cheaper alternative to the super high-end Mac Pro. It has the same design as the M1-versions that were announced last year.
Price: $1,999+
Western Digital announced expandable cards specifically designed for the Xbox Series S and Series X consoles. Available in 512GB and 1TB capacities, the storage cards are slightly more affordable alternatives than the ones that Seagate currently offers.
Price: $80 (512GB); $150 (1TB)
Plugable's newest USB-C hub, the USBC-HUB4A, allows you to add four USB 3.0 ports (with 5Gbps transfer speeds) to your laptop or desktop. It costs just $13.
Price: $13
Last year, Audio-Technica announced that it would be reviving its iconic portable turntable, the Sound Burger, from the '80s — and it's finally available. The new version is updated with modern conveniences, like Bluetooth connectivity and USB-C charging.
Price: $199
Meta released a first look of its third-generation of its VR headset, the Quest 3, which will be released in the fall. It'll cost $499, which is $100 more expensive than the 2020-released Quest 2, but it'll be more powerful, deliver a higher-resolution experience and be more comfortable to wear.
Price: $499
Garmin announced "Pro" versions of its Fenix 7 and Epix 2 multi-sport smartwatches. These higher-end models have a few new features and sensors, such as a hands-free flashlight and an improved heart rate monitor. Like before, the primary difference between the Fenix and Epix line is that the latter has a higher-end OLED display (but a shorter battery life).
Price: $800+ (Fenix 7 Pro); $900+ (Epix 2 Pro)
The Logitech MX Anywhere 3S is the company's newest portable wireless mouse. It looks identical to the MX Anywhere 3, but features a more accurate optical sensor and quieter buttons. It doesn't come with a USB dongle, however, and only uses a Bluetooth connection.
Price: $80
The Logitech MX Keys S is a refreshed version of the company's MX Keys wireless keyboard. The "S" model has an updated function key row that adds more controls over backlighting and video conferencing.
Price: $110
The Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro is essentially an improved version of the previous Wyze Cam Floodlight. The "Pro" model has a higher-res camera, a wider field of view and smarter AI so that it can now better recognize people, pets and vehicles.
Price: $150
May
The Best New Tech Gear of May 2023
The Fujifilm X-S20 is the company's newest mirrorless camera aimed at vloggers. It's the direct successor to the X-S10 and has the same sensor. However, it has been upgraded with a new processor — the same one that's in the X-H2 and X-T5 — and been given a $300 price bump.
Price: $1,299 (body only)
The Sony ZV-1 II is the company's newest compact camera aimed at vloggers. It's essentially an upgraded version of the ZV-1, with the biggest improvement being its wider 18-50mm lens (compared to the ZV-1's 24-70mm lens).
Price: $900
The Fire Max 11 is a tablet with an 11-inch display — it's the biggest tablet that Amazon has ever made. At $230, it's essentially a more affordable alternative to the $329 10.9-inch iPad. You can buy the Fire Max 11 bundled with a magnetic keyboard and a stylus for an extra $100.
Price: $230
Leica's newest fixed-lens full-frame digital camera is quite the update to the 2019-released Q2. The Q3 has an higher-resolution 60-megapixel sensor, support for 8K video, a hybrid autofocus system. It has radically different electronic viewfinder that flips and tilts, too.
Price: $5,995
Mophie's newest premium MagSafe car mount is exclusively available at Apple. It's unique because, in addition to wirelessly charging your iPhone, it comes with an adjustable arm that you can rotate to find the ideal viewing angle. It comes with a USB-C 20-watt car adapter.
Price: $100