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Visa issuance to Russians increased by 20% in 2025, EC says Air transport agency says no requests to suspend flights by foreign airlines to Russia Global central banks purchase 23 tonnes of gold in July — WGC US uses laser to shoot down cartel-linked drones on border with Mexico for first time International Equestrian Federation Lifts Restrictions on Russian Riders Recovery specialists crack $1B crypto wallet... but find just $10 Tests of first domestically produced cruise missile completed in Czech Republic — portal Lawyers work on lawsuit against Norway over Russian ship seizure in Spitsbergen — minister Visa issuance to Russians increased by 20% in 2025, EC says Air transport agency says no requests to suspend flights by foreign airlines to Russia Global central banks purchase 23 tonnes of gold in July — WGC US uses laser to shoot down cartel-linked drones on border with Mexico for first time International Equestrian Federation Lifts Restrictions on Russian Riders Recovery specialists crack $1B crypto wallet... but find just $10 Tests of first domestically produced cruise missile completed in Czech Republic — portal Lawyers work on lawsuit against Norway over Russian ship seizure in Spitsbergen — minister

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DJI’s new robovac can climb obstacles, vacuum quietly, and claims much improved privacy

DJI has announced a second generation of its Romo robovac. The Romo 2 series is quieter, more powerful, and better at climbing over small steps and other obstacles. But more impor…

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HTC Vive Eagle smart glasses finally come to the west

HTC's Vive Eagle camera-equipped smart glasses come to the US, Europe and Australia.

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NVIDIA is buying Hugging Face for $12.93 billion

NVIDIA has confirmed it is buying AI software repository Hugging Face.

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Nvidia is buying Hugging Face for almost $13 billion

Nvidia has agreed to buy Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, bringing one of the most popular hosting platforms for open-source AI models, datasets, and tools under the ownership of …

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TCL’s new Nxtpaper phone offers both e-reader and OLED

With the P80 Ultra, TCL's E Ink-esque Nxtpaper phones are finally going OLED. Just like previous LCD models, the phone can switch to a low power, monochromatic display mode that r…

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Dyson Unveiled at IFA 2026: Live updates as the company shows off new vacuums, purifiers, robotics and more

We're liveblogging Dyson's press conference at IFA 2026 because we love cleaning gadgets.

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DJI launches new robot vacuums with an eye toward data privacy

The DJI ROMO 2 lineup also includes LiDAR-enabled mopping arms and improved obstacle avoidance.

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Stop replacing the batteries in your Xbox controller – Do this instead

Xbox controllers continue to ship reliant on AA batteries, but you don't have to keep burning through disposables.

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These new robot lawnmowers trim your edges

Anker's new robot lawnmower might take over for your weed whacker, too. Announced at IFA 2026, the Eufy Robot Lawn Mower S2 Max comes with an extendable trimming arm to clean up t…

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Roborock shows off a series of new vacuums at IFA 2026

Roborock showed off several new robovacs, a robomower and a pool cleaner at IFA 2026.

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DJI's Osmo 360 II adds a replaceable lens and improved low-light capability

It didn't take DJI long to introduce a new version of its panoramic action cam that offers small but meaningful improvements at a slightly higher price.

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PSA: Don't rely on AI to plan anything that could put your life at risk... like a mountain climb

Gemini reportedly told a group of climbers that it would only take them eight hours to climb Mt. Shasta. They had to be rescued more than a day later.

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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 review: A significant upgrade at the same price

On the Momentum True Wireless 5, a completely new design increases comfort while excellent sound and extended battery life are the main attractions.

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Microsoft discloses Azure revenue as part of major financial reporting changes

Microsoft is changing how it reports its finances to investors by splitting its businesses into two segments and disclosing quarterly revenue for its Azure cloud business for the …

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Xiaomi's new passport-style foldable looks shorter and wider than the Galaxy Z Fold 8

The passport-style foldable is increasingly dominating foldable phone launches this year. Xiaomi has its own.

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Here’s the first 4K 120Hz UST projector with optical lens shift

Detail-preserving optical lens shift is not something you expect to find on an ultra-short throw projector running Google TV, but that's exactly what you'll find inside of Awol Vi…

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Belkin launches three new SoundForm earphones at IFA 2026

Belkin has announced SoundForm Isolate, Dot and Play.

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Belkin unveils new large-capacity and solid state power banks

Belkin has announced new Anker power bank-lookalikes, solid state power banks and new SureFind trackers.

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Belkin introduces its first longer-lasting semi-solid-state power banks

Belkin is joining companies like BMX, Kuxiu, and Zens with the launch of its first power banks featuring semi-solid-state battery technology. The company claims the new accessorie…

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Belkin’s first trackers come ready to attach to your gear.

After selling accessories for attaching Apple's AirTags to everything from keys to backpacks, Belkin is introducing its own trackers that work with either Apple's Find My or Googl…

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Anker Eufy at IFA 2026: New security cameras, plus a robot vacuum and a robot lawnmower

Security was the focus of Anker Eufy at IFA this year.

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Anker charging gadgets at IFA 2026: Combo chargers, a power bank and more

Nearly all of Anker's new chargers have displays, and several can power multiple devices at once.

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Anker's MindBase is a smart home hub, NAS and security guard

Anker's MindBase uses AI to run your smart home, and keep it safe.

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Anker brings its AI chip to the Soundcore Space 2 Pro headphones

Anker has a bunch of new AI-infused headphones, earbuds and hearing aids on the way.