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Ring's New Smart Lock Lets You Hand-Crank Your Way Back Inside
Amazon's smart home brand Ring has unveiled its first smart door lock — and it comes with a clever failsafe: a hand-crank emergency power knob. If the built-in battery ever dies while you're locked out, a few twists of the knob generate enough power to unlock the door. No spare key, no locksmith, no drama. Four Ways In The Ring...
Sonos Ace Ultra Leak Points to Smarter Home Control and a Heavier Design
Sonos may be preparing a more ambitious version of its wireless over-ear headphones. According to renders shared by WinFuture, the upcoming Sonos Ace Ultra is expected to launch in September 2026, with a design that looks thicker and more substantial than the current Sonos Ace. Sonos has not officially announced the Ace Ultra, so the details should still be treated...
Sony FX5 Full-Frame Cinema Camera Begins Shipping: Open Gate, 5-Axis IBIS, and Internal RAW Recording
August 8, 2026 — Sony has officially begun shipping the first batch of orders for its highly anticipated FX5 full-frame cinema camera. Announced in late July, the FX5 represents a significant leap forward for Sony’s compact Cinema Line, bringing features previously reserved for the company’s high-end VENICE series into a more portable, run-and-gun form factor. Open Gate Comes to the...
HOVERAir Unveils VERSA, a Pocket Gimbal Camera That Can Fly
The modular camera uses a three-axis gimbal on the ground, then adds protected wings for controller-free tracking, automated flight modes, and 3D capture. HOVERAir has unveiled VERSA, a two-in-one camera that works as a pocket-size handheld gimbal and converts into an autonomous flying camera when its wing module is attached. The design is aimed at creators who want both ground-level...
