After months of daily use, the Nothing Ear (3a) left me wondering why most people need pricier wireless earbuds. Its punchy, balanced sound, impressive noise cancellation, adjustable EQ, and dependable battery life outweigh a slightly loose charging case, unremarkable Spatial Audio, and a maximum volume that could be louder.
Your favorite album deserves some attention, even on a crowded train. Cambridge Audio’s Melomania A100 SE pairs hi-fi amplification with Dolby Audio and lossless wireless support, while adaptive noise cancellation helps keep the commute out of the mix. There’s plenty of room to adjust the sound to your taste, too.
Nothing’s cassette-inspired headphones have picked up a studio habit. The Headphone (1) Pro pairs three drivers with tuning from Metropolis Studios and a physical switch for Flat EQ. You can enjoy your favorite track, then change profiles when it’s time to listen more closely to the mix.
Giving up endless scrolling doesn’t have to mean giving up WhatsApp or maps. Sidephone keeps the smartphone essentials, shrinks the screen, and lets you swap its keypad for typing, gaming, or music controls. The circular Sundial module might be the one that gets your thumbs interested again.
Huawei’s Mate 90 lineup brings bigger batteries, upgraded displays, and up to a 200 MP telephoto camera. But the most interesting camera sits outside the phone: the Z10 adds its own 1-inch sensor and continuous optical zoom, provided you choose the Pro Max Collector’s Edition or RS Ultimate Design.
CRKT’s Gravitic Flip gives your finger something more interesting to do than press a button. A flick of its insert sends the blade out front, reviving an obscure knife mechanism with locking tabs and a magnetic closure. The whole thing weighs just under 40 grams, opening act included.
The rally car usually gets the applause, but Scalextric is giving its support van a turn on the track. This Ford Motorsport set pairs an Escort Mk 1 with a Transit and trailer, letting you recreate the rally operation or settle who’s quicker once the hauling is done.
You’re strapped to a chair, and the man questioning you expects an answer. Kidnapped Simulator lets you type your own replies instead of choosing from a dialogue menu. Its AI-driven captor reacts to what you say, making your choice of words part of the struggle to get out alive.
SLAM TANK gives you a big gun, then asks you to swing it at someone. This unusual PC game turns armored combat into a contact sport, with drifting, ramming, and ramp jumps. Three distinct tanks let you choose how to throw your weight around against machines overtaken by AI.
Vision’s next chapter involves a bounty, a boy who may be his son reborn, and Ultron. So much for a quiet life. The new VisionQuest trailer teases an uneasy family reunion as Paul Bettany and James Spader return for the final chapter of the trilogy that began with WandaVision.
Aston Martin’s DBX GT would like you to hear your passengers without giving up the ability to startle them. It keeps the DBX S’s 727 PS V8 performance, then adds memory-foam cushioning, a quieter cabin, and revised suspension for journeys that don’t need to feel like qualifying laps.
Bentley’s first electric SUV can rearrange your breakfast, but it also brings a backing band. The Torcal pairs up to 888 PS with active suspension and a driving soundtrack created using real instruments. Inside, wool, walnut, and seats that massage your legs keep the familiar Bentley comforts intact.