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The fall weather is officially here, and that means storms, decorating houses, and more. As a result, this week, we reviewed Nanoleaf's latest matter-enabled smart RGB lightstrips and a portable power station that's perfect for emergencies. Check out our latest tech reviews below and find something to buy on Prime Day.

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Lenovo's Latest Gaming Laptop Checks Nearly Every Box For Me

Lenovo’s Legion Pro line of gaming laptops aims to have it all, and the 5i 16 Gen 9 almost does. It’s compact, powerful, and relatively lightweight. In fact, it even has decent battery life! However, the I/O is the one place this premium gaming laptop lacks, and it could be what holds it back from being my perfect on-the-go computer.

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Nanoleaf’s Multicolor LED Lightstrip Is Almost Perfect

RGB light strips aren't brand new, but the idea of being able to individually address each LED chip is still relatively new. Better yet, the latest Nanoleaf Essentials Matter Smart Multicolor HD Lightstrip has 300 lighting zones for 300 LEDs. While this could make it one of the most customizable LED light strips on the market, the software holds it back.

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This Portable USB Power Station Packs a Big Punch in a Small Footprint

Portable power stations can provide a backup power source for your laptops, phones, tablets, and more. They're especially useful for the occasional blackout or camping trip. One challenge, however, is balancing power capacity with size. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC tackles this difficult balancing act and here's what we think of it.

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These Comfortable Earbuds Kept Me Totally Aware of My Surroundings

While I like in-ear wireless earbuds for many activities, the Shokz OpenFit Air earbuds made being active while listening to music and audiobooks a little more convenient, thanks to their soft, flexible ear hooks. Their design made me aware of my surroundings, making these buds my favorite accessory for gym trips.

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I’ve Enjoyed PC Gaming More Than Ever With This Small Mechanical Keyboard

I have always been offended by the excess of gaming keyboards. They typically tout features that require unnecessary CPU usage, cluttered layouts, and gauche aesthetics. Keychron’s Lemokey P1 Pro keyboard proved to be the relief I was looking for, trimming this fat and placing the remains in a show-stopping aluminum case.

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After Trying the Galaxy S24 FE, I'd Buy Samsung's Flagship S24+

The Galaxy S24 series are some of the best Android phones you can buy today, but being flagship devices, they can be a bit expensive. Samsung's answer for fans looking for a more budget-friendly handset is the new Galaxy S24 FE. It shares a lot of features with the more expensive models, but it's obvious where corners were cut.

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These Budget Earbuds Have Better Bass Than Ones That Cost Twice as Much

There is no shortage of budget-friendly wireless earbuds out there, but I’m going to be telling everyone I know to go for the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro (including you!). These terrific in-ears come in two colors and deliver some of the best sound quality you’ll ever hear for less than $100.

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