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\n\tIt\u2019s been a busy week for tech news, with Apple unveiling its latest iPhones and AirPods. But there was plenty of other news in Berlin, which hosted IFA 2025, the tech trade show that\u2019s something of a European counterpart to CES. Unlike CES, however, IFA is open to the public, giving enthusiasts a chance to see what\u2019s next in tech.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\tThe trade show, which kicked off on Sept. 5 and wrapped on Sept. 9, saw product releases from the likes of Lenovo, Dyson, Samsung, Anker, and more. IFA CEO Leif Lindner offered his take on everything new at IFA, including the growth of AI and where consumer tech is going in the next few years. <\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cI think we\u2019ll continue to see technology move in a more human direction,\u201d said Linder. \u201cProducts are getting smarter, but also more intuitive and personal. They\u2019re being designed to fit into how people already live, rather than asking people to adapt to the technology.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\tLinder\u2019s philosophy extended to AI, too. \u201cA few years ago, a lot of companies were adding AI to their messaging because it sounded exciting. Now they\u2019re taking a step back and asking, \u2018How does this actually help the user?\u2019 It\u2019s becoming more thoughtful.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tWith the 2025 edition of IFA in the rearview, here\u2019s our take on the most innovative, exciting, and actually useful products to hit shelves soon.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest home audio \t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tAudioPro W-Generation Speakers\u00a0\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tWiiM\u2019s affordable music streamers turn your home HiFi system into WiFi speakers, but WiiM has been slow to make its own smart speakers. Now, Scandinavian audio brand Audio Pro is rolling out the W-Generation speakers, with improved compatibility with music streaming services, features like room correction, and more, all powered by WiiM\u2019s excellent platform. Audio Pro already had a WiiM-powered speaker, but this expanded line, which includes traditional-looking tower speakers, is a welcome upgrade from two of the most underrated brands in audio.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest headphones\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tJLab JBuds Open Back Headphones\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tJLab unveiled the JBuds Open Headphones. They\u2019re open-back wireless headphones, a unique take on a typically wired form factor. JLab has been a go-to brand of ours for affordable headphones and earbuds, but budget doesn\u2019t have to mean disposable, and JLab\u2019s IFA releases are proving that. According to the brand, their \u201cnew battery strategy will use universal coin cell rechargeable batteries for earbuds and soft pack batteries for headphones and cases, all designed for easy at home replacement.\u201d Given that batteries are often the first things to fail, JLab is taking a major step in sustainability, and one that other brands should follow. <\/p>\n
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\t\t\t\t\tBaseus Inspire XC1 Open-Ear Earbuds\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tThere\u2019s a new contender in the open-ear earbuds space. Baseus\u2019 Inspire XC1 earbuds feature a 2-way driver system, and there are some impressive features considering the affordable price point. The earbuds have Sound by Bose, with sound tuned by the trusted headphone brand. There\u2019s support for LDAC, Sony\u2019s high-res Bluetooth codec, and the XC1 earbuds boast up to 40 hours of battery life with the case, or eight with the earbuds. The clip-on open-ear design and IP66 rating also makes them a solid option for outdoor workouts.\u00a0Overall, they\u2019re an impressive take on an emerging category. <\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest robot vacuum\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tEufy MarsWalker\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tAnker was plenty busy during IFA 2025. The tech brand, which makes everything from 3D printers to headphones under its various sub-brands, rolled out a wide range of new products, including mobile charging solutions, home theater, and more. One of the most interesting was the MarsWalker, a robot designed to foil robot vacuums\u2019 biggest rival: stairs. The MarsWalker isn\u2019t a vacuum itself, but rather a piggyback for compatible Eufy vacuums. If you\u2019ve been looking for a truly set-it-and-forget-it robot vacuum, Eufy\u2019s newest innovations look promising.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest car accessory\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tBelkin BoostCharge Retractable Car Charger 75W\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tThere\u2019s a growing market of retractable charging cables, which is a welcome development if, like most people, you hate the look of cluttered cables. The BoostCharge Retractable Car Charger from Belkin has a USB-C and USB-A port, plus a retractable USB-C cable. The 75W max output means you can charge multiple devices at once \u2014 even laptops. It\u2019s the ideal solution for anyone who\u2019s constantly working on the go.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest outdoor gadget\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tAcemate\u00a0Robot\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tPerfecting a backhand is difficult, but the hardest part of tennis might just be finding a partner who\u2019s free when you are. Acemate\u2019s innovative robotic tennis robot is designed for realistic rallies. It\u2019s outfitted with multiple cameras, wheels to move it across the court, and a large net that catches balls. While ball machines are nothing new, the fact that the Acemate reacts and responds to your gameplay adds an exciting, realistic dimension.<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest smartphone\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tSamsung Galaxy S25 FE\u00a0\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tSamsung rolled out its flagship phones earlier this year, but there\u2019s a new, more affordable smartphone joining the lineup. The S25 FE has many features found on Samsung\u2019s higher-end phones, including Android\u2019s Gemini assistant, Google Circle to Search, and more actually useful AI features. As for hardware, there\u2019s a 12 MP Ultra Wide Camera, a 50 MP wide-angle camera, and an 8 MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest projector\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tTCL PlayCube\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tTCL\u2019s quirky PlayCube projector was inspired by the Rubik\u2019s Cube. The twistable design lets you adjust the viewing angle, and the projector boasts 750 ISO brightness for viewing in different lighting conditions. Plus, with up to three hours of battery life, you can get through most (non-Scorsese) movies on a single charge.<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbest smart home\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\t\tPhilips\u00a0Hue Bridge Pro\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
\n\tSmart home devices don\u2019t feel so smart when they don\u2019t play well together. Philips\u2019 new Bridge Pro acts as a hub for your Philips Hue light bulbs, making it easier to control your home lighting. One of the most innovative features is the new motion sensor feature that adjusts the lighting as you move around the house.\u00a0Additionally, Philips announced some entry-level, affordable home lights, as well as light strips. Setting the right mood has never been easier. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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