Top Tech 🏆 Reviewing the Flipper Zero — Amazon's New Fire HD 8 Is Pretty Great

⏰ Wake Up!

It's time for our weekly roundup of all the latest tech gadgets we reviewed this week. Waking up is fun with the Nintendo Alarmo, but it's a weird product. We love the new Govee COB Strip Light Pro, and tested two neat new Android tablets. Check it all out!

TOP STORY

The Flipper Zero Is a Fun Experimenter’s Handheld but Has Limited Everyday Use

Despite being billed as a "multi-tool device for geeks," the Flipper Zero tries hard to have broader appeal. It's a small, chunky handheld device with a simple monochrome LCD display. Although the Flipper Zero can autonomously interact with and control an impressive range of modern electronic devices, ID cards, and wristbands, finding everyday use cases might be a challenge.

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Amazon's Newest Tablet Fixes Many Shortcomings but Not All

The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) is a modest update to the company's affordable eight-inch tablet. In its 12th iteration, the tablet has gained notable upgrades and better performance, but it will still be underpowered for some.

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Nintendo’s Alarm Clock Makes Waking up Fun, but Currently Lacks Substance

The premise of Nintendo Alarmo makes sense when you think about it. The alarm clock hearkens back to Nintendo’s toy-making days while also fitting into its initiative to create lifestyle products. Unfortunately, this fun attempt doesn't quite hit the mark.

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This Smartwatch Is Easy to Forget, in a Good Way

Ups and downs are sure to follow any product line as it progresses, with OnePlus’ series of smartwatches being no exception. What’s a bit more surprising is that the OnePlus Watch 2R manages to hit a sweet spot that provides both ups and downs compared to its predecessor.

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This New Kind of Light Strip Made My Bathroom Feel Like a Fancy Hotel

When I look at the Govee COB Strip Light Pro, I can’t help but hear the soft sounds of Kenny G’s saxophone playing. There’s something so smooth about this new smart home lightstrip, which doesn’t need to be hidden behind at all. It can be mounted out in the open because the technology hidden inside makes it look good.

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The OnePlus Pad 2 Proves You Don’t Have to Pay a Lot for a Premium Android Tablet

Last year, OnePlus surprised me with its excellent first attempt at an Android tablet. The company is back with the OnePlus Pad 2, which builds on the success of its predecessor, bringing even more power, a stunning display, and impressive battery life to the table. Here's our full review

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Sony’s Budget Earbuds Transcend Quality Expectations

Sony makes some of the most popular and acclaimed high-end consumer headphones, but less attention is directed toward its budget lines. This is a shame, as the Sony WF-C510—the company’s entry-level earbuds—have great sound for their price, even if corners were cut to get there.

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