14 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar

If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more Another week down, and, per usual, a bunch of new tech and gadgets have been announced. This past week, Bose released second-gen workout earbuds, Sony revealed a pair of PlayStation headsets, and Yamaha announced a compact Dolby Atmos soundbar. But that’s just scratching the surface. Below, we’ve rounded up all the most interesting new releases and announcements you might have missed from the past week. Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) Bose’s second-generation Ultra Open Earbuds feature the same cuff-shaped design as the originals, but they promise to deliver improved audio that gets considerably louder (a common problem with these types of open earbuds). They also have better call quality and a longer battery life. Bose also upgraded the charging case pretty considerably, too. It features a new metallic cap with a beveled finish. It also supports wireless charging. They cost $299, the same price as the 2023-released originals. Camp Snap’s latest digital camera, the 110D, draws inspiration from the slim, pocket-sized 110 film cameras of 1972 (specifically, Kodak’s Pocket Instamatic). It’s a screenless point-and-shoot digital camera with an 8-megapixel sensor. It has five built-in filters (including vintage film and black-and-white options) so you can adjust the style of your photos, and a tactile physical slider lets you switch between them. A pre-installed 4GB microSD card holds roughly 2,000 photos, and USB-C handles both charging and file transfer to any device. Bose’s Sport Open Earbuds are positioned as a more rugged and sweat-resistant (IP54) alternative to the Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen). They’re specifically designed for runners, athletes, and other outdoor adventurers. Compared to flagships, these earbuds have a more curved hinge (which Bose calls a C-arm cuff), which supposedly helps them stay more secure in your ears. Bose claims they are capable of staying put during “headshakes, cartwheels and other activities.” Additionally, Bose gave each earbud more tactile, physical buttons so music control is easier with sweaty fingers. The Fiio FT15 is a midrange open-back headphone with planar magnetic drivers. They are new-and-improved versions of the brand’s FT5, which were released in late 2023. The main upgrade in the FT15 is a thinner diaphragm (the membrane inside the driver) and a larger driver, which together promise a more natural sound and a wider soundstage. Additionally, Fiio gave the FT15 earcups that are made of real wood, so no two pairs look exactly alike. Clearaudio’s Compact Phono is its most compact phono amplifier to date. Measuring 3.15 x 4.53 x 1.02 inches, the company claims it’s small enough to fit discreetly into virtually any setup. And it supports MM and MC cartridges (there’s a button on the rear panel to switch between operations), making it compatible with a wide range of turntables. At $639, it’s also one of the brand’s most affordable phono preamps. Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a miniature digital camera that looks nothing like its 2023-released predecessor. Instead of being the size of a circular thumb drive, the Instax Pal 2 has an elongated body with a retro aesthetic (like a tiny film camera). It has a built-in optical viewfinder so you can see what you’ve just shot. And, unlike other Instax cameras, the Pal 2 lets you choose between mini, Square, Wide, and frameless formats. You then upload the photos to your smartphone via USB-C, edit them in a companion app, and print them with any Instax Link printer. The Pal 2 can store up to 100 photos, but has a microSD card slot for additional storage. The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98dB is a high-end wireless home speaker that’s the smaller, more affordable sibling to the Phantom Ultimate 108dB. Since its 2025 release, the French audio brand has offered it in two primary finishes: Deep Forest (dark green with black chrome detailing) or Light Pearl (ultra-matte off-white). Now, it comes in a new Pulse Blue finish, which Devialet claims “revisits the brand’s signature blue, previously explored as a defining visual identity. This time, the mood shifts gears with redesigned side panels evolving from matte to gloss, elevated by a mirror-polished surface.” The Bifrost 3 is Schiit’s third-generation digital-to-analog converter (DAC), designed to elevate a desktop or home stereo system. Compared to the previous Bifrost, this model has three big upgrades. First, it has a new Mesh conversion architecture that promises to deliver improved sound. Second, it has a built-in Forkbeard module, which adds app support that lets you adjust EQ, balance, loudness, and volume, and monitor advanced system settings. Basically, it turns the Bifrost into a digital pre-amplifier. And third, Schiit dropped the price by $100. It costs $699 in black and $729 in silver. Ikea’s Badkruka is a cube-shaped Bluetooth speaker that stands nearly seven inches tall. It’s a powered Bluetooth speaker that can be grouped with other Badkruka speakers; it can also be stereo-paired. It also supports wired playback thanks to auxiliary 3.5mm and optical inputs, meaning you can technically use the Badkruka as a speaker for your desktop or TV. Additionally, the speaker has 3 EQ settings and there’s a dedicated button on top for Spotify Tap. Available in both black and pink finishes. The Pulse and Pulse Edge are wireless headsets designed to work with PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles. Each comes with a PlayStation Link adapter. Positioned as new-and-improved versions of the 2024 Pulse Elite headset, these models feature planar magnetic drivers. The Pulse Edge is the higher-end option, as they support active noise cancellation and comes with a detachable boom mic. The headsets will be available later this year and early 2027, respectively. At the time of writing, Sony hasn’t revealed pricing information. The Yamaha B200A is the brand’s most compact soundbar to date, weighing just 23.5 inches long and weighs less than four pounds. It’s a 2.1-channel soundbar featuring two 1.8-inch front-facing drivers and a built-in subwoofer. It supports Dolby Atmos but, naturally, lacks the dedicated up-firing drivers found in more expensive, flagship soundbars. Given its size, the B200A suits smaller TVs (think 55 inches or less) in medium-sized rooms. iFi’s iCan Phantom 1.5 is the brand’s new flagship headphone amplifier. It’s essentially a refined version of its predecessor, the 2023-released iCan Phantom. It gives listeners the choice of two fully separate, switchable input stages: a discrete Class A solid-state stage and an all-valve Class A stage built around matched General Electric 5670 tubes. There’s also a Tube+ mode, meaning the iCan Phantom 1.5 essentially combines three amplifiers in a single unit. According to the brand, it was designed to be “the last amplifier a dedicated headphone enthusiast ever needs to buy.” The Go Cable is a USB-C cable with a built-in DAC/amp, designed to be paired with a high-quality set of in-ear monitors. The built-in DAC supports high-resolution audio up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and native DSD256, while the amplifier outputs up to 70mW into 32Ω. And its direct 2-pin connectors ensure that it’s compatible with a wide range of IEMs. Additionally, the cable has in-line control buttons and an integrated microphone, allowing you can control playback and answer calls. KLH has added a fourth loudspeaker to its “Model” loudspeaker range, all of which draw on visual cues from its classic designs from the ’60s and ’70s. The Model Four is a compact floorstanding loudspeaker that is designed to fill the gap between KLH’s Model Three bookshelf speakers and Model Five floorstanders. According to the brand, it unites “the small footprint of Model Three with the sonic architecture of Model Five in a cabinet built for homes where space is precious, design is paramount and fidelity is demanded.” About the Author: Tucker Bowe has been on Gear Patrol’s editorial team since 2014. With a passion for consumer tech and hi-fi, he tracks everything from headphones and turntables to smartphones and wearables. If it lights up or makes noise, he probably covers it.