SmallRig has released two power banks, the Nano 36 and Nano 72, designed specifically for camera rigs rather than pockets. Both include 1/4"-20 threaded holes and V-mount plates so they can attach directly to cages, tripods, and gimbals within SmallRig's accessory ecosystem. The Nano 36 offers 10,000mAh with 45W output for lighter tasks, while the Nano 72 packs 20,000mAh with 100W bi-directional charging for heavier, longer shoots.
Beyerdynamic has released the Aventho Y headphones, priced at $150 and available in four colors, boasting up to 90 hours of playback with noise cancellation off and 60 hours with it on. The headphones feature a five-minute quick charge for six hours of use, Bluetooth 6.0 multipoint connectivity, and user-replaceable batteries and ear cushions for easier repairs.
At IFA 2026, Motorola introduced the Snap Wireless Charger, a magnetic puck that attaches to compatible Qi2 phones and cases and charges at up to 25W. It doubles as a portable puck or clips into an optional stand for upright desktop charging, and comes in an aluminum finish with a 1.5-meter braided USB-C cable. Motorola says it will ship in three Pantone colors, though pricing and release date are still unannounced.
Jaguar Land Rover has revealed its first fully electric Range Rover, arriving in 2027 with a 118.5-kWh battery, dual 349-horsepower motors producing 542 combined horsepower, and an EPA-estimated range of at least 333 miles. The SUV supports 350 kW charging, adding roughly 125 miles in 10 minutes and going from 10% to 80% in about 22 minutes, and will be built at JLR's Solihull plant in England.
Xbox controllers can be powered by more than disposable AA batteries, with Microsoft's official Play and Charge Kit swapping them for a $24.99 lithium-ion pack that charges via USB-C and lasts up to 30 hours. Third-party options include swappable dual-battery docks and rechargeable AA batteries, while players can also simply keep their controller plugged in during play for continuous power.
Belkin has introduced its UltraCharge Pro lineup of power banks, featuring semi-solid-state battery technology that allows thinner designs and longer lifespans. The range includes a 5,000mAh magnetic model just 8.8mm thick priced at $64.99, and a 10,000mAh version with a status display and 60W output for $79.99. Alongside these, Belkin also revealed cross-platform SureFind trackers and a magnetic ring stand compatible with Pixel 9 and 10 phones.
Anker previewed several new chargers before IFA 2026, headlined by the MagGo Power Bank Pro 2, a 25W wireless power bank with a built-in fan that keeps temperatures under 96.8°F during charging. The lineup also includes a Laptop Charger Pro that claims to identify the exact laptop model plugged into it, and a MagStand Charging Station combining three charging modes in one device.
Anker introduced the Nano Universal Charger, a compact wall charger built to work across more than 200 countries and regions using integrated US, UK and EU plug configurations. The device charges up to four gadgets simultaneously via three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, delivers up to 100W to a single laptop, and includes a circular display showing temperature and voltage readings. Anker has not disclosed pricing or a release timeline.
Jyothi Swaroop, chief growth officer at ChargePoint, described the leadership approach he uses to drive rapid expansion at the EV charging company. He argues that aiming for small, incremental improvements limits results, and instead pushes teams to target 5x or 10x gains regardless of a business's size or stage.
Amazon is running a limited-time Lightning deal on the Anker Prime Power Bank, cutting its price from $329.99 to $259.99, a $70 discount. The 26,250mAh, 300W power bank can charge multiple devices simultaneously, including laptops, tablets and phones, and includes a smart display showing detailed charging status. It carries a 4.6-star rating and is noted as airline-friendly for travel use.
A federal grand jury in California indicted 40-year-old Searzhudin Tamirlanovich Aktulaev, extradited from Cyprus in May 2025, over a phishing scheme that used 255 fake accounts to send malicious Excel attachments to roughly 80,000 freelancers on an unnamed job platform between 2016 and 2017. The attachments deployed TVRAT and DarkVNC malware, giving the defendant remote access to victims' machines and letting him steal e-commerce credentials and personal data for fraud.
Anker has released the Prime Qi2 25W Foldable 3-in-1 Wireless Charger, a travel-friendly station that charges an iPhone via MagSafe, an Apple Watch through an MFi-certified puck, and AirPods on a base pad. The device folds flat to roughly the size and weight of an iPhone 17 Pro Max and supports Qi2.2's 25-watt charging standard, a jump from the older 7.5W cap most MagSafe accessories were limited to.
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