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Anker unveils Nano Universal Charger with global plug support at IFA 2026

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.

Belkin launches SureFind trackers with built-in lanyards, works with Apple and Google networks

Belkin has unveiled its own line of item trackers called SureFind, compatible with both Apple's Find My and Google's Find Hub networks. Unlike AirTags or Google's Pixel Tag, these trackers come with built-in attachment mechanisms like key rings, cables, or card designs, eliminating the need for separate accessories.

Amazon cuts Anker Prime 26,250mAh Power Bank to $259.99 in Lightning deal

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.

Fomu packs an open-source FPGA and RISC-V core into a USB stick

Fomu is a tiny programmable device that plugs directly into a USB-A port, combining an FPGA chip, four touch pads, and an RGB LED in a compact plastic case. It ships with enough RAM and storage to run Python natively, while also supporting a RISC-V softcore and other softcores like LM32 and OpenRISC, all programmable through a fully open-source toolchain without accounts, NDAs, or heavy installers.

Epilogue's USB-C Operator devices let PCs play and back up Nintendo cartridges

Epilogue makes USB-C cartridge readers, the $50 GB Operator for Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance carts, and the $60 SN Operator for Super Nintendo and Super Famicom titles, with an N64 version in development. The devices connect real cartridges to Windows, Mac, Steam Deck, Xbox Ally or even phones, letting users back up save data and play games through companion Playback software that pulls the ROM and runs it in an emulator.

Acer unveils 1.76-pound Swift Blade 14 laptop to challenge MacBook Air

Acer has introduced the Swift Blade 14, a 799-gram, carbon-fiber-bodied laptop measuring as thin as 12.95mm, positioning it as a lighter alternative to Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air. The device will ship with Intel's Wildcat Lake processors ranging from a five-core Core 3 to a six-core Core 7, paired with 12GB of RAM, along with either a basic LCD or optional OLED display. Acer also announced the Swift Air 16, a larger companion to the budget-friendly Swift Air 14, though pricing for both new models won't be revealed until closer to their December launch.

Razer launches foldable Prio mobile controller for $100

Razer has released the Prio, a compact USB-C gamepad for iOS and Android phones that folds flat for portability. It fits phones up to seven inches with slim-to-medium cases, includes a D-pad, face buttons, bumpers, triggers and anti-drift analog thumbsticks, and works with cloud gaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming, PS Remote Play and Steam Link. It's available now for $100.

Baseus Mini 10,000mAh 67W Power Bank Drops to $29.99 on Amazon

Amazon has cut the price of the Baseus Mini Power Bank Fast Charging 67W to $29.99 from its $69.99 list price, a 57% discount and the lowest price recorded this year, beating the previous 2024 low of $37.99. The compact 10,000mAh unit supports up to 67W output, includes two built-in braided USB-C cables, a digital charge display, and pass-through charging.

Sony expands ULT Power Sound line with three new tower party speakers

Sony has unveiled three new tower-style speakers—the ULT Tower Max, Tower 7, and Tower 5—as the largest additions to its ULT Power Sound lineup. Each model adds USB-C, RCA, and XLR ports for wired connections, along with up to 100 LEDs for battery and Bluetooth status lights and synced light shows. The flagship Tower Max costs $1,499.99 and weighs 121 pounds, while the Tower 7 runs $649.99 at 50 pounds, and the Tower 5 is the smallest at 29 pounds.

Shelly launches $49.99 security camera with no subscription required

Shelly has introduced its first security camera, priced at $49.99 and available in black or white through its online store and resellers. The wired, USB-C-powered camera offers 1080p video with a 110-degree horizontal and 70-degree vertical field of view, night vision, local microSD storage, and smart home automation triggers via other Shelly devices, all without requiring a paid plan.

Google's Extreme Charging mode on Pixel 11 Pro XL runs notably hotter than standard charging

Testing of the Pixel 11 Pro XL's new Extreme Charging feature found it sustains peak power output of around 41W for roughly 16 minutes, compared to 10 minutes in standard mode, cutting charging times as Google promised but at the cost of higher heat generation. The feature also proved finicky to activate, only appearing after two full charge cycles and a wait, and it requires a specific 45W USB PD PPS charger supporting 21V rather than the more common 11V PPS chargers.

Asus ProArt PA279cdv brings QD-OLED and HDR to a budget-friendly 27-inch monitor

Asus' new ProArt PA279cdv pairs a 27-inch QD-OLED panel with HDR support and extensive physical adjustability, including swivel, tilt, portrait rotation, and a 5-inch height range. It offers a broad port selection, with dual USB-C connections for 96W laptop charging and KVM switching, plus USB-A, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and DisplayPort Out for daisy-chaining, alongside a Windows/macOS companion app for managing its many picture settings.