Anker is recalling over 1.1 million power banks due to fire and burn risks
The recalled power bank was sold several years ago through sites like Amazon, Newegg, and eBay. | Image: Anker Anker has issued a recall for its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to a “potential issue with the lithium-ion battery” that could pose a fire safety risk. The company has received 19 reports of fires and explosions that have caused minor burn injuries and resulted in property damage totaling over $60,700, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC)....
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Ultrahuman’s absurdly expensive Home monitor doesn’t do much
Smart wearables company Ultrahuman has launched a new device that monitors changes in home environments that could impact your health. Ultrahuman says its $549 Home gadget tracks air quality, temperature, noise, light, and humidity, helping users optimize the climate within their homes to improve breathing and sleeping habits. The Ultrahuman Home resembles a Mac Mini in terms of size and appearance. Its air quality features monitor levels of fine particulate matter, carbon monoxide, carbon di...
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Razer’s new translucent PC accessories show off your gamer lights
Razer’s new Phantom Collection makes the brand’s Chroma RGB lighting more visible. | Image: Razer Razer has announced a new Phantom Collection featuring updated versions of four of its accessories designed to enhance a feature the brand is probably best known for: LED accent lighting. The company even sells wireless earbuds that glow, but they’re not included in the Phantom Collection which features shells and other components made from translucent green plastic that makes ea...
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Midea is recalling its U-shaped air conditioners because of potential mold growth
The air conditioner’s innovative U-shaped design helps block noise, but in some cases it can hinder proper water drainage. | Image: Midea Midea is recalling around 1.7 million of its U and U Plus window air conditioners sold in the US, plus another 45,900 sold in Canada. The air conditioners launched in 2020 with a unique U-shaped design that allowed windows to close with the unit installed, reducing the amount of noise heard while they were running. But the design can sometimes prevent ...
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LG’s first 5K ultra-wide monitor with Thunderbolt 5 is made for data crunchers
This is LG’s first 5K display to get a Thunderbolt 5 upgrade. | Image: LG LG has announced a new 40-inch Thunderbolt 5 monitor with an ultrawide 21:9 aspect ratio, and the company is being very upfront about who it’s for: people who love crunching data and want more room to do that. The new LG UltraFine 40WT95UF is designed to “meet the needs of data-intensive industries such as finance and IT,” according to a release from the company today. But it may still appeal far beyond t...
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Amazon has leaked Philips’ new ambient wall light
The Hue Play Smart Wall Washer can output white or colored light with more vibrant colors and smoother gradients. | Image: Amazon Amazon’s UK site has an early listing for what appears to be a successor to the Philips Hue Play Light Bar. The new Philips Hue Play Smart Wall Washer also casts an ambient glow on walls that can be synced to music and videos, but illuminates a wider area with better color output than its predecessor, thanks to “precisely arranged LEDs.” The Hue Wall Washe...
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The Verge’s favorite tools to help with a move
Almost all of The Verge‘s staff have had the experience of moving to a new house or apartment. While the experience was different for everyone, one thing we all had in common is that, during this highly stressful process, we had each discovered at least one tool, app, or other gadget that turned out to be really (and sometimes unexpectedly) helpful in making things just a little bit easier. Here are some of the items — tech and otherwise — that could be useful if you’re moving...
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Moving sucks, but decluttering helps
Moving sucks. Ever since leaving college more than a decade ago, I’ve only lived in apartments, so I’ve had to get good at living small and managing my inventory of belongings before, during, and after a move. A lot of what makes that possible is that I really like decluttering. But it didn’t come naturally – it’s a skill I’ve had to practice, learn, and occasionally fail at. So I thought I might share my experiences here in case you find it helpful for a c...
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