Anker’s Soundcore is bringing its incredible call quality to more headphones
All the new headphones and earbuds use Anker’s Thus chip.
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Now you can tell the Hue app how you want your smart lights to work
Philips Hue’s automation engine gets an AI makeover, and its buttons and switches will control your Sonos speakers.
Anker’s new printer works directly on fabrics
Anker’s personal fabric printer is expected to launch early next year as an easy way to personalize garments.
Philips Hue adds Nanoleaf’s light panels to its ecosystem with a $40 module
The smart lighting rivals team up to bring a deep integration between their products.
Anker announces its first over-the-counter hearing aids
Details are slim, but we know they’ll use the Thus chip, which provides excellent vocal quality.
Anker put a display on the case of its new sleepbuds
Anker’s upgraded Sleep Earbuds 4 are 20 percent slimmer for more comfortable side sleeping, while the 4 Pro buds add better monitoring and a display on the case.
I want to wrap myself in Hue’s new Liane rope lights
The company showcased new architectural lighting that’s designed to be seen.
Anker’s new MindBase is an AI-powered brain for your smart home
The company also announced a new Eufy video doorbell with VR features and a window camera.
Philips Hue adds more affordable options for syncing smart lights with your TV
There are two new ways to sync your lights, both under half the price of the old 8K sync box.
Govee doubles up on its permanent outdoor lighting.
The Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro sport a dual-layer design that allows “the upper and lower light zones to display different colors and effects simultaneously,” according to Govee. They’ll cost $499.99 for 100 feet when they launch on September 7th. Govee is also releasing a new version of its COB Strip Light Pro, which costs $169.99 and uses a chip-on-board design to smooth out the spotty look of standard LED strip lights. They have slightly denser LED placement than the previous version. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/Govee-Permanent-Outdoor-Lights-2-Pro-2.png?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/Govee-Permanent-Outdoor-Lights-2-Pro-1080x1350%402x.png?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/Govee-COB-Strip-Light-2-Pro-1920x1080%402x.png?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/_1920x1080-1.png?quality=90&strip=all]
The tenth TITW gadget giveaway has ten entries so far.
That’s how many realized they could enter to win before this weekly reminder! See, I give away gadgets every Wednesday, but you’ve got to enter each time. You can use email — see the official rules — as long as the subject line’s right. It’s not “Email Entry,” but rather “Today I’m Toying With Giveaway #10” this time. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/chrome_rSz2xTRvxY.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Xiaomi just launched its second flagship phone chip.
The Xring 03 is, a little confusingly, the follow-up to last year’s Xring 01, which appeared in the China-only 15S Pro phone and Pad 7 Ultra tablet. The 3nm chipset, apparently produced by TSMC, has the usual CPU and GPU bumps, plus mobile-first support for LPDDR6 RAM. [Image: Xiaomi will have to manufacture the Xring 03 at serious scale if it wants true independence from Qualcomm. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/xiaomi-xring-03.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Five words: Steve Ballmer Jumbotron Corruption Scandal.
All you really need to know here is Pablo Torre and his team won a Pulitzer Prize for exposing how Steve Ballmer’s LA Clippers paid star Kawhi Leonard under the table through a tree-planting operation called Aspiration that never planted a tree. Same story, only this time it’s the world’s largest 4K stadium display. Incredible stuff. [Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3Ksw0IC4CQ]
Satechi’s new MacBook Neo accessories color-match Apple’s budget-friendly laptop.
If you wouldn’t dream of wearing socks with sandals or using accessories that clash with your laptop, Satechi announced two new USB hubs and new versions of its Slim EX Wireless Mouse that match the silver, blush, citrus, and indigo color options of the MacBook Neo. They’re available now for $29.99 to $44.99. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/satechineo1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/satechineo3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/satechineo4.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/satechineo2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
The new PopSockets grip is so thin you’ll forget it’s even there
PopSockets new Low-Pro is an ultra-slim magnetic phone grip just 2.6mm thick that also includes a fold-out stand.
Roborock is ready to rock your lawn.
The robot vacuum company just launched its first robot lawnmower designed for US yards. The RockNeo Q110H combines RTK and VSLAM navigation and costs $1,299. It’s designed for small- to medium-sized yards and handles 45% slopes. I’m currently testing models from Mammotion and Dreame for a robot lawnmower battle royale take-two, and I’ve been impressed by the improved mobility and navigation of these new bots. [Image: The RockNeo has a floating cutting deck that adapts to bumps in the yard, along with large-diameter wheels for traction and stability. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/RockNeo_Q1_004_Lifestyle.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Dyson’s handheld fan is more powerful and louder than I expected
Dyson’s compact HushJet Mini Cool personal fan is easy to slip into a pocket but surprisingly powerful given its size.
MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses
Apple’s MacBook Neo is its cheapest Mac laptop yet, starting at $599. It’s also the first MacBook to come with an A18 Pro chip from an iPhone.