If you prefer some variety in your review roundups, we cover quite the gamut this time. The headliner is the new Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, but we’ve recently tested a powerful gaming laptop, two action cameras and a wireless mouse (yep, still need those). Catch up on all the reviews we’ve published over the last two weeks by scrolling down below.
Ray-Ban Meta
Engadget 87 100 Expert Score Ray-Ban Meta (second generation) Meta's second-generation smart glasses are becoming a genuinely useful accessory. Pros Noticeably better battery life
YouTuber-friendly 3K video
Meta AI translations are a game-changer for travel Cons Framing POV photos and video is still a challenge
Pricey lens upgrades $379 at Meta
While the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses may look similar to the original model, a lot has changed in terms of features. There are also two big upgrades over the last version: battery life and video quality. “The Ray-Ban Meta glasses have a lot of features that didn't exist when I first reviewed them two years ago, largely thanks to AI,” senior editor Karissa Bell said. “And with the release of its second-generation frames, there's still a lot to look forward to, like new camera features and AI-powered audio.”
Alienware 16 Area-51
Alienware / Engadget 86 100 Expert Score Alienware 16 Area-51 laptop While it is a bit pricey at $2,000 to start, the Alienware 16 Area-51 sports top-notch components, a bright display, a clicky mechanical keyboard and a slick re-interpretation of the company's signature intergalactic design. Pros Unique design
Strong performance
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