What is Vaporware? The Greatest Technology You Never Saw

January 6, 2023

Have you ever waited and waited and waited for a piece of exciting new technology to come out, and it never did? That’s called “vaporware,” when companies promise some great new thing and don’t deliver–or take forever to release it. And by then your interest has long since faded. In our top story, we go over some of the most famous examples of vaporware from the annals of tech history. Just be warned that with so many CES 2023 stories coming out, the thing you really like might never materialize.

Other Highlights:

• Asus shows off a mind-blowing 3D laptop at CES.
• Razer debuts a soundbar that will track your head movements.
• Dell’s new 32-inch 6K monitor gives Apple a run for its money.
• … and more!

— Danny

With the Consumer Electronics Show in full swing, you’re probably seeing a lot of stories about great new gadgets companies are developing to improve your life. However, many of those products and concepts never make it into your home or even onto store shelves. We call it “vaporware.” Read More »

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A virtual assistant can call and text people, turn off the lights, play music or TV shows, start your coffee maker in the morning, and so so so much more. In short, a virtual assistant makes your life easier. If you’ve already written off Apple’s Siri, your top two options are Alexa and Google Assistant. But which is better? Read More »

The Atomi Alpha electric scooter is a well-rounded vehicle, perfect for getting around urban areas. It mixes practical features like a combination lock and bright lights with a stable ride to offer a compelling method of nimble transportation. Read More »

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

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After a quick teaser image in October, HTC just announced and released its all-new virtual and augmented reality headset, the Vive XR Elite. The all-in-one headset looks to take on the Meta Quest Pro, combines MR and VR into one device, and offers a lightweight yet versatile experience for users. Read More »

There’s nothing wrong with a little phone envy. But if you’re an Android user, there’s no reason to be jealous of the iPhone’s MagSafe capabilities. You can add MagSafe to any Android phone—it’s a quick and easy task, and it opens the door to hundreds of useful magnetic accessories. Read More »

CES 2023 is bringing a lot of great new audio tech into our lives. The most impressive example of which is the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro. This beamforming PC soundbar features an infrared camera that detects where your head is and tracks it to deliver the best 3D spatial audio possible. Read More »

EcoFlow, the popular portable power station brand, debuted several new devices at CES 2023 to help power life’s adventures on and off the grid. One of those is the new Ecoflow Glacier electric cooler and portable fridge. It features a built-in ice maker ensuring fresh food and cold drinks anywhere you go. Read More »

ASUS is reviving 3D content, but it’s much different than the 3D we all enjoyed at theaters back in 2004 or from Acer in 2021. The all-new ASUS ProART StudioBook 16, announced at CES 2023, is a stunning glasses-free 3D laptop with an OLED display, and it’s surprisingly impressive. Read More »

This week Dell unveiled its latest UltraSharp 32-inch 6K monitor packed with productivity features, high-performance specs, and IPS black panel technology. In fact, one could say this monitor is aiming for Apple’s Pro Display XDR and Studio line. Read More »

A year ago, BMW showed off what it called the world’s first color-changing car at CES. The exterior of the iX Flow concept had e-ink panels that could shift between shades of black and gray. Now, only a year later, BWM’s latest concept can change the exterior to a rainbow of 32 different colors. Read More »

Home robotics manufacturer Roborock debuted its new flagship robot vacuum line, the Roborock S8 Series, at CES this week. The three models in the line include the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra, Roborock S8+, and Roborock S8. The company also unveiled a cordless wet-dry vacuum, the Dyad Pro. Read More »

Twinkly is best known for its Christmas lights. But the company’s upcoming desktop software, called the Entertainment Hub, could help it escape from the holiday season. The Entertainment Hub promises to sync Twinkly animated lights with audiovisual content, or even turn your lights into a “screen.” Read More »

Lenovo was one of the first companies to make a compelling 2-in-1 laptop, and it’s no stranger when it comes to ultraportables, but the all-new Lenovo Yoga Book 9i kicks things up a notch. Announced at CES 2023, the Yoga Book 9i is a full-size dual-screen OLED laptop, and it’s gorgeous. Read More »

At one point many years ago, it seemed like home 3D TVs and monitors were the future. Before the rebirth of VR, this was how we’d get more immersive media. Then, 3D seemed to die outside movie theaters—but next-generation 3D displays are here, and they don’t need glasses. Read More »