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    Bluetti SwapSolar review: power and chill with swappable batteries

    Sharing this solar generator’s batteries with a 3-in-1 solar fridge, freezer, and ice-making combo is a good idea that might get better. By Thomas Ricker, a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech...
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    This app turned my Apple Home smart home into an interactive map

    / The app Controller for HomeKit has a new Floor Plan feature that lets you visualize control of HomeKit-compatible smart devices in each room. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to Wirecutter, Wired...
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    Ventje turns VW’s ID Buzz into a very charming e-camper

    The eVentje custom buildout is a worthy all-electric successor to the iconic VW Camper. By Thomas Ricker, a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for almost 20 years. Volkswagen’s ID Buzz...
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    There’s no easy 3D printer, but Bambu has won me over

    Bambu P1P vs. Creality K1C: an ‘easy’ 3D printer showdown. By Sean Hollister, a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. If you asked me to recommend an “easy” consumer 3D printer...
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    EcoFlow’s $200 PowerStream is so clever, you might buy a $4,000 solar generator

    A mini power plant that turns a standard power outlet into a solar power inlet. By Thomas Ricker, a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for almost 20 years. Portable solar generators are...
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    Google Pixel 8A review: the sensible choice

    At $499 with all the essential features, Google’s Pixel phone starts making sense. By Allison Johnson, a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. Hear me out: out of...
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    This smart smoker makes barbecuing indoors a breeze

    Smart Home Reviews The GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker delivers on its promise of bringing smoking indoors, but sadly its smarts didn’t make me a better pitmaster. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to...
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    Bose SoundLink Max review: size-defying sound isn’t cheap

    Speaker Reviews As usual, Bose’s audio processing makes this speaker sound excellent. But for $400, it’s fair to expect more features and more smarts. By Chris Welch, a reviewer specializing in personal audio and home theater. Since 2011, he has published nearly 6,000 articles, from breaking...
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    Razer Blade 14 vs. Asus Rog Zephyrus G14: uncompromised value

    Where the Blade comes ahead in performance, the Zephyrus wins on value. By Joanna Nelius, laptop reviewer. She has covered consumer technology, with an emphasis on PC gaming, since 2018. Previous bylines: USA Today, Gizmodo, PC Gamer, Maximum PC, among others. Fourteen-inch gaming laptops...
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    The new Apple iPad Air is great — but it’s not the one to get

    The iPad Pro is a beast. The two-year-old iPad is more compelling than ever. So what is the Air even for anymore? By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired. The...
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    Apple iPad Pro (2024) review: the best kind of overkill

    Apple’s latest high-end tablet is a marvel of hardware design still in need of the software and accessories to really make it sing. But wow is it fun to use. By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol...
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    The Garmin Lily 2 was the tracker I needed on vacation

    Its limitations made it fall short in daily life but ended up being a plus while trying to disconnect from the world. By Victoria Song, a senior reporter focusing on wearables, health tech, and more with 12 years of experience. Before coming to The Verge, she worked for Gizmodo and PC...
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    Goodbye to Apple’s Smart Keyboard Folio, the best iPad Pro accessory

    It’s versatile, doesn’t weigh much, and no one else makes anything quite like it for the iPad Pro. Hopefully it’s not gone for good. By Chris Welch, a reviewer specializing in personal audio and home theater. Since 2011, he has published nearly 6,000 articles, from breaking news and reviews to...
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    How to get more space in your Google storage

    / Clear out the clutter without dropping a dime For many of us, Google storage is the modern-day hard drive. It’s the place where our most important thoughts, documents, and memories reside. But just like with a traditional hard drive, the space isn’t infinite, and running out of room can be a...
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    Rabbit R1 review: nothing to see here

    Artificial intelligence might someday make technology easier to use and even do things on your behalf. All the Rabbit R1 does right now is make me tear my hair out. By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at...
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