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Logitech G Astro A50 X Headset Eliminates the Remote From Your Multi-Console Gaming Setup

Sunny Singh — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:24:19 +0000

Some people do their gaming on an Xbox Series console. Some game on a PS5. Others get their gaming fix maxing out graphics settings on a PC. Apparently, there’s another category of gamers who hook up all three to one TV and switch from one to the other based on what titles they want to play next. The Logitech G Astro A50 X headset is aimed squarely at that demographic. Unlike traditional wireless headsets that pair with an audio source, […]

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Made by Me Manga Artist Set Walks Kids Through Drawing Their First Comic Book

Sunny Singh — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:23:31 +0000

Coloring books are fun and all, but for kids with an interest in art, a full-on kit with a whole bunch of drawing supplies will probably be more satisfying. That’s what you can get with the Made by Me Manga Artist Set, a kit designed to walk kids through some comic book basics, teaching them how to draw various scenes while putting together their own comic. Billed as a “step-by-step manga drawing guide” for children four and up, it includes […]

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The Best Gardening Gifts for Green Thumbs, Plant Lovers, and Backyard Farmers

Sunny Singh — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:28:02 +0000

Gardening gifts are not the kind of things you can give to everyone on your shopping list. However, many homeowners do maintain a garden of some sort and we know plenty of them who will adore a few choice items to add to their bustling outdoor space. Heck, we know a few apartment dwellers who maintain indoor gardens and vertical garden spaces that will likely appreciate them, too. What gifts will your plant-loving recipient like? It depends, although there are […]

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Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Controller Comes With a Screen Where You Can Adjust Settings on the Fly

Sunny Singh — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:25:05 +0000

Modern premium controllers allow you to adjust a boatload of settings, letting you tweak button mappings, trigger sensitivity, and more using a companion software. It’s a great way to tailor your gamepad exactly to your liking. Problem is, you’ll have to preprogram everything, with some of the more advanced ones allowing you to keep a few presents onboard for changing your settings on the fly. The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra changes the game by letting you customize your settings on […]

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Herman Miller Fuld Finally Brings a Nesting Chair to the Furniture Outfit’s Lineup

Sunny Singh — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:24:09 +0000

Herman Miller, in its over 100 years of existence, has apparently never produced nesting chairs before. We’re not entirely sure why, but it could be that the nesting form factor tends to produce pieces that are more utilitarian than elegant. That changes this year with the Herman Miller Fuld. Yes, Herman Miller finally made a nesting chair and it looks a heck of a lot cleaner than your typical folding chair, making it a great fit for offices, venues, and […]

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The Best EDC Gifts for Everyone Who Likes Practical and Functional Gear

Sunny Singh — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:30:26 +0000

From pocket tools and carrying cases to keychain gear and everything in between, there are a plethora of choices when it comes to EDC gear. Suffice to say, there’s no shortage of gifting options in the category. The best thing about everyday carry, though, is the fact that your recipient doesn’t have to be an EDC fanatic to enjoy the gift, as everyone can appreciate a good pocket knife, a fancy pen, or a packable jacket that they can carry […]

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Jet Capsule SS Brings Sporty Performance in a Whimsical-Looking Boat

Sunny Singh — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 19:11:30 +0000

It looks like the kind of boat they offer up as a ride on an amusement park with its capsule shape and adorable proportions. Seriously, looks like an oversized beach toy. However, the Jet Capsule SS is an actual watercraft designed to ferry you and several passengers across the water, whether for joyrides, nearby island trips, or traveling back and forth to an anchored yacht. A follow-up to the Jet Capsule CX from 2019, the new boat actually looks identical […]

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Monogram Keyboard Combines a TKL Keyboard With an Editing Console

Sunny Singh — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:15:45 +0000

A decade ago, we featured Palette, a modular controller system that adds buttons, knobs, and sliders to your PC editing console, giving you controls that are much more suited for creative applications, such as video editing and music production. The company has rebranded to Monogram since then and continues to create modular editing consoles for creative professionals. While these specialized controls are excellent, they do take up a whole lot of space next to your favorite keyboard and mouse, making […]

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Varjo XR-4 Mixed-Reality Headset Boasts a Gaze-Driven Autofocus System That Mimics the Way the Human Eye Functions

Sunny Singh — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:15:12 +0000

For years, Varjo has made virtual reality headsets for enterprise and military customers, with over 25 percent of Fortune 100 companies using it in various forms for their operations. Are they more advanced than your typical consumer headset? That’s what the outfit is claiming, which, we guess, is supported by their extensive use in professional settings. Their latest headset, the Varjo XR-4, further builds on their advanced extended reality tech. According to the outfit, their newest headset offers the highest […]

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The Best Gifts for Teen Boys

Sunny Singh — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:15:21 +0000

At first glance, shopping for teen boys may seem like a daunting feat. They’re not the easiest folks to read, after all, plus their interests seem to switch from one thing to another faster than the changing of the seasons. However, finding gifts for teenage boys isn’t exactly the stone-cold whodunnit that initial impression might suggest. Fact is, there’s a whole world of potential presents out there that every hormone-infested, high-metabolism, and energetic young man in your shopping list is […]

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