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A rolling roundup of 2026 gadget and hi‑fi releases across audio gear, speakers, turntables, headphones, cameras, and smart devices from brands like Analog Relax, Pro-Ject, Sony, JBL, Ikea, LG, Marantz, and more, with prices and availability noted.
Apple’s Podcasts app will let you swap from audio to video during a show using HTTP Live Streaming, download video for offline viewing, and test the feature in iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 this spring, with web support coming too.
Gear Patrol’s weekly roundup highlights notable new gadget launches, from Analogue’s Prototype Editions of the reimagined 3D N64 to copper-edition Astell&Kern SP4000, Canon’s 30th-anniversary PowerShot G7 X III, Revival Audio’s Grande Réserve loudspeakers, and Esoteric’s N-05XE/S-05XE upgrades. Rounding out the list are Ikea’s Grejsimojs portable speaker, Logitech G325 Lightspeed headset, Arcam Radia speakers, Asus Rog Kithara open-back headphones, and Twelve South PowerCapsule, illustrating continued momentum in hi‑fi, portable audio, and gaming gear with limited runs and budget options.
Channel 4’s Michael Jackson: The Trial features previously unreleased audio from before his 2005 trial, including shocking remarks about his relationship with children, as the four-episode doc pairs these clips with archive footage and insider interviews to explore Jackson’s psychology and the 1993–2005 allegations and his acquittal.
ETNews reports Samsung will unveil Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro alongside the Galaxy S26 at Galaxy Unpacked 2026, aiming to fix build-quality issues seen with Buds 3/3 Pro. The new models reportedly drop the Blade Lights design, adopt thinner flat stems to improve gesture controls, add head gesture support and a Find My Phone button on the charging case, and switch the case orientation to horizontal; pricing in Korea is expected to match previous models (Buds 4 around KRW 219,000, Buds 4 Pro around KRW 319,000).
Eversolo has launched the SE100 passive bookshelf speakers, designed to fit seamlessly into Ikea Kallax shelves, targeting audiophiles with high-quality specs and a sleek design, expected to be released in 2026 at around $399.
Samsung announced new audio products at CES, including a successor to the award-winning Q990F soundbar and a rival to the Sonos Arc Ultra, although detailed images and specifications are not yet available.
WiiM has released its most high-end and visually appealing streaming amplifier yet, the Amp Ultra, which offers powerful audio performance, versatile connectivity, and a sleek touchscreen at a competitive price of $529, solidifying its position as a leader in affordable hi-fi audio equipment.
December 2025 saw the release of innovative gadgets like pop-out mobile controllers, 360-camera drones, affordable earbuds, and at-home facial devices, amidst skepticism about some AI devices. The upcoming CES 2026 promises even more tech advancements, including new TVs, monitors, laptops, and AI-powered gadgets, despite ongoing supply chain issues. Notable products include Shark's facial device, Soundpeats earbuds, Antigravity drone, and retro gaming accessories, highlighting a year of diverse and evolving consumer tech.
The article highlights the top tech and gadget releases of 2025, including high-end turntables, advanced cameras, foldable smartphones, innovative streaming amplifiers, noise-canceling headphones, and more, showcasing significant advancements across various categories.
A creator built a cassette-based media streamer that converts Bluetooth digital audio into analog, records it onto a cassette tape, and plays it back, combining modern streaming with the nostalgic and sonic qualities of analog tapes.
Samsung is launching two minimalist WiFi speakers, the Music Studio 5 and 7, with enhanced sound features including AI Dynamic Bass Control and spatial audio, alongside updated flagship soundbars HW-Q990H and the more affordable HW-QS90H, all set to be showcased at CES 2026.
In 2025, subwoofers emerged as the MVPs of home cinema audio, with standout models from Samsung, Yamaha, and KEF impressing with their rich, controlled bass and innovative designs, significantly enhancing the overall sound experience.
Klipsch is offering a discount on its vintage-inspired The Sevens powered speaker system, which features a retro design with modern sound capabilities, including Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, and a built-in phono stage, now available for $1,000 instead of $1,200.
John Higgins, a seasoned AV expert with over 20 years of experience, has joined The Verge as a senior reviewer for TVs and audio. He is hosting a subscriber-only AMA to answer questions about AV products and coverage preferences, as well as discussing classical composers like Debussy and Rachmaninoff.