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I reviewed the Lenovo Pro 9i Aura Edition, and this thing is absurd in every way

I reviewed the Lenovo Pro 9i Aura Edition, and this thing is absurd in every way

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Content creation has undergone a massive change over the past decade. What once may have been a hobby for someone who wanted to post videos on a YouTube channel has suddenly become a genuine career, and the tools needed have evolved since those early days. Portability and power are a must, and Apple has been the company to beat for the longest time in that regard. For serious creators, however, the Lenovo Pro 9i AE Gen 11 is worth keeping an eye on, as it delivers incredible performance in a rather portable form factor. Equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, a gorgeous 16-inch 3.2K (3200×2000) OLED touch screen display, and an NVIDIA RTX 5060, there’s a reason why Lenovo decided to land on the “Aura Edition” branding. While the overall design of this laptop plays it safe, rather than leaning into the more bombastic “gamer” centric flair that some may expect with the specifications, the Aura that this device exudes comes from the inside. It’s an investment, for sure, but it’s also a …

Coolfly Aura Review: More Angles, Fewer Advantages

Coolfly Aura Review: More Angles, Fewer Advantages

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Assembly was quick and tool-free, requiring only a handful of included knob screws. I also like that it included both fence- and pole-mounting options, the latter of which is critical for preventing squirrel damage. ScreenshotCoolfly app via Kat Merck Smart feeder companies continue to upgrade their cameras’ quality with each new model, but the general range still seems to be anywhere from 1080p photos and 2K video on the low end (as with the Birdfy Lite), all the way up to 32-MP photos and 4K video (as with Camojojo’s new Hibird Pro). The Aura falls somewhere in the middle of this range, with 4-MP photos and a respectable 2.5K Ultra HD video. The camera’s 150-degree field of view is wider than that of a typical bird feeder camera, and it helps to capture all angles of what’s really the Aura’s signature feature—a wraparound perch with little platforms on the left and right sides, where you can position the camera upright (which shows pictures in a horizontal “landscape mode”) at the angle you prefer. If you …

CES 2026: Kwikset Launches 9 Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter Integration

CES 2026: Kwikset Launches $189 Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter Integration

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Kwikset today announced the Aura Reach, a smart lock that offers Matter over Thread and Bluetooth connectivity. With Matter, the lock is able to connect to HomeKit, allowing it to be controlled through Apple Home or with Siri voice commands. The Aura Reach supports hands-free auto unlock, proximity keypad wakeup, and a guided installation process for easy setup. It is able to be activated alongside other ‌HomeKit‌ and Matter devices using automations in the Apple Home app. Users can set up temporary access codes for guests, track entry history, and get alerts if someone attempts to use an invalid code. The lock incorporates the Kwikset SmartKey Security, so it can be rekeyed in seconds. The lock is available in satin nickel and black color options. Unlike some of the higher-end smart locks that have been coming out at CES, the Aura Reach does not include UWB, nor does it work with Apple’s Home Key feature. The Aura Reach is one of several Matter-enabled smart locks in Kwikset’s lineup, including the Halo Select and Halo Select …