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Logitech G512 X 98 Review: A Hybrid Mish-Mash

Logitech G512 X 98 Review: A Hybrid Mish-Mash

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The transition from analog switches back to mechanical isn’t perfect, either. When you plug in a normal switch and press the “scan” button to reset the board, the multi-input functionality still stays semi-functional. In my testing, where I set a WASD half-press to be the normal letter, and a full press to be [Shift + WASD], pressing any of those keys and a second key immediately after would cause the next input to combine with the Shift input, resulting in wOrdS with raNdOMly capitaLized letters! The strangest part is that the G-Hub app knows when a mechanical switch is plugged in, and gives you an alert that the multi-input won’t work with a standard switch, but it doesn’t default to the key’s standard input to avoid issues. The tedium of swapping out switches, scanning, and changing keymaps every time you start up a game is not ideal. I found myself groaning at the prospect, and using only the mechanical switches for gaming. Much like glasses with transition lenses, the BMW i8, or a McRib, this …

The Best Pool Accessories to Upgrade Your Summer (2026)

The Best Pool Accessories to Upgrade Your Summer (2026)

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This floating gadget monitors temperature, pH, and ORP (a stand-in for free chlorine), together giving you a solid picture of your pool’s disinfection capabilities, automatically updated every 15 minutes. While many chemistry monitors require replaceable supplies (quite costly) and regular battery replacements to work, Iopool’s solution is solid-state, needing no maintenance at all except for storing it out of the pool in winter months. I used mine for two full swimming seasons until it died (at which point it must be replaced)—and I like it so much I just dropped its successor into the water for the summer. —Chris Null For Floating Around With a Drink Funboy Vintage Stripe Floating Cabana Bar and Tube Floats When our first 90-degree-Fahrenheit day popped up on the forecast last month, I immediately started searching for a floating cooler for drinks that had a canopy to block the sun and would not cost a fortune, and ended up buying this Funboy one off Amazon. It can easily handle a six-pack of cans on a raft of ice, the canopy …

Anker just dropped its charging accessories to clearance prices before the upcoming Prime Day sale

Anker just dropped its charging accessories to clearance prices before the upcoming Prime Day sale

Published by Jenni Sidey

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Sign Up For Goods 🛍️ Product news, reviews, and must-have deals. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. Amazon’s pre-Prime Day Anker sale is live right now, three weeks before the actual event kicks off on June 23rd. The sale runs across wall chargers, power banks, wireless chargers, and docking stations, with cuts of up to 35% on most of the lineup. The Anker Prime 20,100mAh Power Bank drops to $125.99 (was $179.99) and the 13-in-1 USB-C Triple-Display Docking Station is $139.99 (was $199.99). Whether these hold through Prime Day or bump back up before then is anyone’s guess, but the prices are real right now. Anker Nano 45W Smart Display USB-C Charger $27.99 (was $39.99) The brick that shows exactly how much power it’s putting out …

Sony Shares Release Date, Pricing Details for Newest PlayStation Accessories

Sony Shares Release Date, Pricing Details for Newest PlayStation Accessories

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Sony announced its Bluetooth FlexStrike wireless fight stick last July, and now we know when it will ship and how much it will cost: $200, with preorders opening June 12 and a release date of Aug. 6. The new stick is set to release alongside Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a new fighting game from developer Arc System Works, which is the team behind the Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises.  Unlike other fight sticks, Sony designed the FlexStrike to integrate with the PlayStation ecosystem. It has DualSense-style controls including touchpad, Share, Options, L3 and R3 buttons, which should make it easy to use all the controller’s functionality while playing, unlike other sticks that use a generic button layout to support multiple platforms.  If you only want to use it to control your character in a fighting game, you can leave the DualSense wireless controller connected to the PS5 for navigating menus. The FlexStrike can also connect to a Pulse Elite wireless headset via a PS Link USB adapter, allowing for ultra-low latency audio and voice chat, as …

The Best Espresso Accessories for Home Baristas (2026)

The Best Espresso Accessories for Home Baristas (2026)

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The Brewista Milk Frothing pitcher advertises a maximum capacity of 24 ounces, but its 3.3-inch chamber is great for smaller drinks that require more aeration and less steam-wand submergence. The spout is great for latte art, and the durable exterior can take a beating when you’re smacking it against the counter to even out bubbles in the milk after steaming. The exterior temperature gauge is a cute gimmick that’s OK as a rough visual guide if your ears and fingers aren’t used to knowing when milk is steamed to the correct temp, but it’s no substitute for a proper thermometer if precision is key. Nail Milk Temperature Decent Espresso Digital Milk Thermometer Speaking of proper thermometers, the milk thermometer from Decent Espresso is a refreshing feat of no-nonsense engineering in a world where bells, whistles, and bullshit abound. At checkout, you select Celsius or Fahrenheit, and in a few days, the simplest and most accurate thermometer you’ll ever use magically arrives at your doorstep. The interface is simple: hold the on/off button to turn on, …

5 iPad accessories I’ll never regret buying (including a Apple Pencil alternative)

5 iPad accessories I’ll never regret buying (including a $35 Apple Pencil alternative)

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While Apple Pencils are great options for various models of the iPad range, there are two big things to consider before buying one: cost and compatibility. Like most Apple gear, these stylus options are pricey, usually selling around $129, or sometimes a bit less during a sale.  In terms of compatibility, you’re really squeezed on your options. If you want features like wireless charging, you’re left with the Apple Pencil (2nd Gen) or the Apple Pencil Pro, and even though the 2nd Gen model often hits discounts to make it more affordable, it’s not compatible with newer model iPads, like the latest iPad Pros. Also: Apple Pencil Pro vs. Apple Pencil 2: Which model you should buy for your iPad Here’s the good news. If you’re a no-fuss user or someone who won’t be taking advantage of the advanced features of Apple’s stylus options, ESR’s digital pencil may be perfect for you. I transitioned to using one when I upgraded from my older iPad Air and Apple Pencil 2, and noted I didn’t use the Apple …

Dior reviews pricing as luxury shoppers pull back

Dior reviews pricing as luxury shoppers pull back

Published by Sam Flores

Speaking alongside Arnault, Anderson noted that some luxury brands and shoppers had lost sight of the value of human touch in the high-fashion supply chain. Dior, like other major luxury houses, has had suppliers caught up in a string of labour abuse scandals in Italy that have made the sector the subject of a Milanese prosecutor’s probe. Italian officials closed the probe into Dior last year “without establishing any infringement” after the company agreed to remedies. “The thing we have really struggled with in luxury today is what is the value of talented people making something — we don’t think about the hourly rate of the person embroidering the dress that might take up to three months,” said Anderson. “We have such a visceral reaction to luxury now . . . but if we don’t keep doing the embroidery, and we don’t keep having a couture atelier, then it will vanish.”  Anderson added he had underestimated the media scrutiny he would come under after he moved from his previous role at LVMH-owned Loewe and running his own namesake label, …

7 Luxury Accessories That Make Travelling A Pleasure

7 Luxury Accessories That Make Travelling A Pleasure

Published by Akaay

Being on vacation is great. But getting there? Not so much. Assuming you aren’t a private-jet-owning billionaire with the ability to travel like a king, chances are you’re getting to your destination crammed into an uncomfortable seat with an unpleasant wait and lots of standing in queues either side. With that in mind, anything that might add a touch of luxury to the experience, no matter how small, is worth having. Luxury travel accessories, like high-quality luggage, nice headphones and a comfy travel pillow, will elevate your journey whether you’re feeling fancy in first class or kicking it in coach. These are the bits and bobs that will turn your travels from a reluctant necessity into something you actually look forward to, allowing you to relax in comfort, stride through the departures lounge in style, and arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and ready to unwind. There’s no shortage of luxury travel accessories, but not all are worth forking out for. Below, we’ve handpicked some of our must-have luxury travel treats with the need-to-know info …

Best Apple Deals of the Week: Anker Accessories on Sale Plus AirPods Max 2 for 9 and More

Best Apple Deals of the Week: Anker Accessories on Sale Plus AirPods Max 2 for $509 and More

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The best Apple deals this week include AirPods Max 2 for $40 off, 2026 MacBook Pro for up to $216 off, and Apple Watch Series 11 for up to $130 off. You’ll also find Anker’s best charging accessories on sale on Amazon right now, including the new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Anker What’s the deal? Save on Anker charging accessories Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here Anker’s new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has been marked down to $104.99 on Amazon, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker’s newest accessories, and Amazon’s sale today is a match of the all-time low price. AirPods Max 2 What’s the deal? Take $40 off AirPods Max 2 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here Amazon this …

Guys Are Loving a Tight Little Hoop Earring

Guys Are Loving a Tight Little Hoop Earring

Published by Jenni Sidey

Last month, Chanel announced Jacob Elordi as the new face of Bleu de Chanel with a moody portrait that showcased the slim flirty hoop latched onto the Australian actor’s lobe. Like his dreamy Saltburn character Felix, who sports piercings on his ear and eyebrow, Elordi’s earring is a little wink that injects some potent swagger into his public image. (The accessory also adds some latent credibility to his prestige-acting chops—in his 2023 GQ cover story, Elordi said that he pierced his ears because Daniel Day-Lewis did.) There was a similar fervor around Paul Mescal’s snug hoop in last year’s Hamnet, in which the actor portrays (reportedly bi) William Shakespeare—who, according to costume designer Malgosia Turzanska, was believed to don a hoop in his day. Reporting about the Hamnet hoop in January, The Guardian cited one fan who was “begging my boyfriend to get a tiny hoop earring” after seeing the film. (Mescal incited a similar accessory-based thirst with his breakout role in Normal People, which had fans clamoring for their own version of his character …