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Andrew Liszewski

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    Switchbot’s $30 presence sensor runs for two years on a pair of AAAs.

    Following Aqara and Meross, SwitchBot has announced a new presence sensor with light, PIR, and 60 GHz mmWave radar sensors to detect when people are in a room. It runs on two AAA batteries that are easy to replace and is compatible with various smart home platforms when paired with the SwitchBot Matter Hub.

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    <em>SwitchBot’s presence sensor comes with an articulated magnetic base so it can be angled to detect humans but not pets.</em>
    <em>The sensor can directly trigger various SwitchBot smart home devices, but it also works with platforms like Google Home and Apple Home when using the SwitchBot Hub.</em>
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    SwitchBot’s presence sensor comes with an articulated magnetic base so it can be angled to detect humans but not pets.
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    Andrew Liszewski
    Samsung’s new compact wireless keyboard is lighter than Logitech’s.

    At 218 grams the $109.99 Samsung Smart Keyboard is over 288 grams lighter than Logitech’s MX Keys Mini but can also connect and switch between three Bluetooth devices. It’s powered by a CR2032 coin cell battery and includes shortcuts for accessing Bixby, Gemini, or Copilot when connected to a PC.

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    <em>Instead of a rechargeable battery like Logitech uses, Samsung has opted for a coin cell battery in its new compact wireless keyboard but it didn’t share details on battery life.</em>
    <em>The keyboard includes three customizable function keys for launching apps and shortcuts for summoning AI assistants.</em>
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    Instead of a rechargeable battery like Logitech uses, Samsung has opted for a coin cell battery in its new compact wireless keyboard but it didn’t share details on battery life.
    Image: Samsung
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    Andrew Liszewski
    Razer’s Raiju V3 Pro wireless controller is now available in the US.

    The company announced its new $219.99 wireless controller for the PS5 and PC last month but it wasn’t immediately available in the US due to “pending regulatory clearance” as a result of the government shutdown. A few weeks later it’s finally available for purchase through Razer’s website.

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    The Razer Raiju V3 Pro wireless controller against a gradient background.
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    Meross’ radar presence sensor ditches the cord and adds Matter-over-Thread supportMeross’ radar presence sensor ditches the cord and adds Matter-over-Thread support
    Apple’s custom Wi-Fi chip gives the iPhone 17 a notable boost, according to speed testsApple’s custom Wi-Fi chip gives the iPhone 17 a notable boost, according to speed tests
    The Echo Aviation Controller puts a flight simulator in your handsThe Echo Aviation Controller puts a flight simulator in your hands
    Wyze’s budget-friendly smart lock gets a Wi-Fi upgrade without a price increaseWyze’s budget-friendly smart lock gets a Wi-Fi upgrade without a price increase
    Zigbee’s next big update lets you add smart home devices without a hubZigbee’s next big update lets you add smart home devices without a hub
    DJI’s next action camera has an adjustable aperture for better low-light performanceDJI’s next action camera has an adjustable aperture for better low-light performance
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    Andrew Liszewski
    Mophie’s new wireless charging stands mostly cater to Apple gear.

    All of the stands, which range in price from $45 to $100, can wirelessly charge a Qi2-compatible smartphone at 15W rates. But three of them include additional wireless chargers for the Apple Watch and AirPods (or both) and come with a 40W wall adapter.

    <em>Mophie’s new Qi2 wireless charging stand collection.</em>
    <em>Mophie’s $44.95 Wireless Charging Stand may be the best option for Android users without any Apple hardware, but you’ll need to bring your own power adapter.</em>
    <em>Mophie’s $99.95 3-in-1 Charging Stand is the most expensive but can wirelessly charge three devices.</em>
    <em>Mophie’s $59.95 2-in-1 Charging Stand can charge your Apple AirPods on its base.</em>
    <em>Mophie’s $79.95 2-in-1 Charging Stand includes an extra wireless charger for an Apple Watch located behind the phone charger.</em>
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    Mophie’s new Qi2 wireless charging stand collection.
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