Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (3rd Gen)
Bang & Olufsen has upgraded its ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker with a longer 24-hour battery life, enhanced sound performance, and what the company claims is the largest woofer in its class. The new version retains the stylish aluminum design and leather strap, and is now available in three new finishes. It retails for $349, which is $50 more than its predecessor.
Schiit Audio Valhalla 3 Tube Amplifier
Designed for desktop audiophiles, the Valhalla 3 is a premium tube headphone amplifier inspired by Schiit’s flagship Folkvangr model. It features OTL/OCL technology for direct tube connection and modern compatibility across a wide range of headphones. It’s available now for $499.
Backbone Pro Mobile Controller
The Backbone Pro is the brand’s most advanced and versatile mobile controller to date. It supports both USB-C and Bluetooth, allowing for instant connection to iPhone, Android, Mac, iPad, Apple TV, and Vision Pro. It comes equipped with a built-in battery that lasts up to 40 hours on a single charge. Price: $170.
Microsoft Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 13-Inch
Microsoft unveiled a new 12-inch Surface Pro with a fanless design and USB-C charging, and a 13-inch Surface Laptop that trades high resolution and refresh rate for compactness and affordability. The Surface Pro 12 starts at $799, while the 13-inch Surface Laptop begins at $899.
Astell&Kern A&ultima SP4000
Astell&Kern’s latest flagship hi-fi player features a redesigned Octa audio architecture and full Android compatibility. The SP4000 provides precise signal processing and supports all your favorite streaming apps without the need for sideloading. Pricing is expected to be announced soon.
Sennheiser Accentum Open Earbuds
These new open-style true wireless earbuds are Sennheiser’s most affordable yet. With a design that allows ambient sound in, 11mm drivers, and dual beam-forming microphones, the earbuds offer 6.5 hours of listening on a single charge. Price: $129.
Meze Audio 105 Silva
The Meze 105 Silva is the newest model in the Romanian audio brand’s lineup, featuring 50mm dynamic drivers, walnut earcups, and low impedance for easy pairing with laptops and smartphones. Pricing and availability are expected later this year.
Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG
Whoop’s fifth-generation fitness wearables feature a smaller design, faster processor, and triple the battery life (up to 14 days). The new MG version adds ECG functionality for medical-grade heart health tracking. Subscription plans start at $199 per year.
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X
Originally released as a limited-edition headphone, the DT 770 Pro X is now a permanent model. With 48-ohm impedance and Beyerdynamic’s new Stellar.45 drivers, they offer clear, powerful sound and easy compatibility with phones and computers. Prices range from $180 to $200.
Leica M11-P Safari Edition
Leica’s iconic M11-P camera has been given a rugged makeover in the form of an olive green Safari edition. It retains its 60MP sensor, Triple Resolution Technology, and 256GB of internal memory while gaining a scratch-resistant paint finish. Price: $10,495.
Lenovo Legion 9i Gaming Laptop
Lenovo’s new flagship gaming laptop boasts a massive 18-inch 4K display that supports 3D viewing without glasses. Packed with high-end specs like an RTX 5090 GPU, Intel Ultra 9 CPU, up to 192GB RAM, and 8TB SSD, it’s designed for serious gamers and creative professionals. Pricing has not yet been announced.
IsoAcoustics Gaia Neo Isolation Feet
These updated speaker isolation feet are engineered to improve speaker performance through better vibration dampening and stability. The Gaia Neo series comes in sleek new finishes such as black and dark chrome, offering both function and style for serious audiophiles.
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