$8 Gadget Lets You Use USB-C Cables With Standard USB Ports
An $8 gadget allows users to connect a USB-C cable to a regular USB port, providing a simple and affordable solution for compatibility issues.
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Spotify to Disable All 'Car Thing' Devices Permanently
Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing gadget, rendering it unusable and advising owners to dispose of it safely. The company has no plans for a replacement and has not opened the device for alternative uses, leading to frustration among users and concerns about e-waste.
"Viral $16 Amazon Gadget Fixes Everything: TikTok Obsession"
TikTok users are going crazy over a $16 Bondic LED UV Liquid Plastic Welding Starter Kit available on Amazon, which can fix almost anything by bonding two items together in under five seconds using a special adhesive and UV light. The kit has garnered nearly 4,000 reviews from satisfied customers who have successfully repaired items like eyeglasses and phone chargers. The product is heat-resistant, waterproof, and non-toxic, making it a versatile and affordable solution for various repair needs.
"Innovative Gadgets: LG's Briefcase TV Sets New Standard"
LG's StanbyME Go is a 27-inch touchscreen TV built into a military-grade briefcase, offering HDMI connectivity, webOS software, and a sound system, making it suitable for road trips, camping, and tailgating. However, its 28-pound weight and $1,200 price tag limit its portability and appeal. While the display's 1080p resolution and limited brightness may not justify the cost, its unique design and versatility make it an attention-grabbing gadget, but potential buyers may find better value in more traditional portable options until LG refines the formula and price point.
"Unexpected Twists in Humane's AI Pin Launch"
The Humane AI Pin, a wearable, AI-powered assistant, impressed with its generative AI capabilities and gesture navigation, but also faced frustrations such as slow off-device AI responses and overheating issues. Despite its potential, the device's marketing has built it up to be more than just a gadget, with a high price tag and monthly subscription fee, leading to skepticism about its intended purpose as it's not meant to replace smartphones. While it shows promise, there are still many questions and testing to be done before its official release in April.
"Unveiling the Rabbit R1: Your AI-Powered Pocket Companion"
Rabbit, an AI startup, has unveiled the Rabbit R1, a $199 standalone AI device with a 2.88-inch touchscreen, a rotating camera, and a scroll wheel that runs on Rabbit OS, a "Large Action Model" based operating system. The device aims to act as a universal controller for apps, allowing users to perform various tasks without switching between apps or logins. The R1 can be trained to perform specific actions and is designed to handle tasks like ordering a car, buying groceries, and sending messages. While ambitious, the practicality and execution of the device's capabilities remain to be seen.