As part of the bi-annual release cadence, Bluetooth Core 6.2 has arrived. This update introduces new features that enhance device responsiveness, strengthen security, and improve communication and testing capabilities. Together, these advancements reinforce the Bluetooth Special Interest Group's (SIG) commitment to continuous innovation and provide developers with tools to meet evolving market demands.

Key features at a glance

• Bluetooth Shorter Connection Intervals reduces the minimum Bluetooth LE connection interval from 7.5 ms to just 375 µs, enabling much faster responsiveness. It is ideal for high-performance HID devices, real-time human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and latency-sensitive sensors.
• Bluetooth Channel Sounding Amplitude-based Attack Resilience adds robust protections against sophisticated amplitude-based RF attacks. This enhancement strengthens secure ranging systems and mitigates relay and spoofing threats—critical in automotive, smart home, and industrial applications.
• Bluetooth HCI USB LE Isochronous Support introduces Bulk Serialization Mode, a new mechanism for standardizing isochronous data transmission over USB. This update simplifies host-controller interface (HCI) packet handling and streamlines Bluetooth LE Audio integration for USB-based systems.
• Bluetooth LE Test Mode Enhancements enables a unified, future-proof control protocol for performing Bluetooth LE RF PHY tests, while also supporting over-the-air (OTA) transport, eliminating the need for a cabled test setup.

Grinn, a full-cycle technology company specializing in the design and development of advanced IoT and embedded solutions, today launched a compact but powerful single-board computer (SBC) which will help embedded device manufacturers to meet the mounting pressure to take sophisticated and AI-ready new products to market quickly.

The new Grinn GenioBoard is a full-featured SBC in a standard 87 mm x 56 mm form factor, providing all the communications, graphics and power interfaces needed to access the capabilities of the Grinn GenioSOM-700 or Grinn GenioSOM-510 systems-on-module (SOMs). These products are themselves the industry's smallest SOMs to be based on the MediaTek Genio family of applications processors which feature multiple Arm Cortex-A cores, a graphics processing unit, and a neural processing unit for AI applications.

1MORE announces the launch of its latest clip-on open-ear headphones, the 1MORE Ear Clip S12, designed to deliver exceptional sound performance, superior comfort, and seamless everyday usability. With a 10 mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.4, and mastering-grade tuning, the S12 continues 1MORE's mission to deliver studio-quality sound in everyday form factors.

A 360° Journey Through Sound
Powered by a 10 mm dynamic driver, the new 1MORE wireless open-ear earbuds deliver 360° panoramic sound, producing a wide soundstage and balanced frequency response that immerses listeners in every detail of their music. Tuned by 1MORE's acoustic engineers, the S12 offers detailed imaging, deep low-frequency control, and accurate midrange tonality. Additionally, users can instantly adjust their preferred sound signature through 6 embedded EQ presets, - from enhanced bass to crystal-clear vocals - via the 1MORE Music app.

Today, EPOS launches the IMPACT 500, an on-ear Bluetooth headset for professionals with dynamic work styles who demand unrivalled call clarity and active noise cancellation - with a forthcoming option to go dongle free!

Smarter sound, smarter focus
The IMPACT 500 combines high-end technology from EPOS AI enabling industry-leading voice pick-up, with EPOS BrainAdapt that lessens brain fatigue and enhances focus and productivity by as much as 40%, according to internal studies. Adaptive microphone technology powered by EPOS AI intelligently identifies and shuts down noise, heightening the clarity of the speaker's voice.

Redragon has announced its latest wireless TKL keyboard, the Otiim K729 Pro. Instead of opting for fancy Hall effect switches, like the upcoming Wooting 60HE v2, the K729 Pro instead uses traditional 5-pin mechanical switches, with a handful of visual and functional features to set itself apart from the wealth of TKL mechanical keyboards out there. The K729 Pro is a wireless mechanical keyboard with a traditional TKL layout, a plastic case stuffed with sound damping materials, and a rotary knob mounted in an unorthodox position horizontally along the top edge of the keyboard's case. It is available in a white and grey colorway with rounded OEM-like double-shot PBT keycaps or "Black Gradient" with OEM profile double-shot PBT keycaps with a side-printed legend. The case also features two-stage flip-out feet, although Redragon hasn't provided any exact typing angles. The Otiim K729 Pro wireless mechanical keyboard is available from Redragon for $64.99.

The Redragon Otiim K729 Pro is also Redragon's first mechanical keyboard to feature custom silent switches. The switches in question are simply called Silent Peach switches, but they seem to be Outemu Silent Peach V3 linear switches, judging from the colors and the construction. The switches feature a box stem, 3.3 mm of total travel, and a 40 gf actuation force. The actuation distance is a pretty standard 2.0 mm, but the overall travel is reduced from the usual 4 mm found in mechanical switches due to the internal silicone stops that silence the switch. In combination with the keyboard's gasket mount, those silent switches should provide a fairly soft and virtually silent typing experience, which Redragon says is a consideration for office users. If you're not a fan of the switches, the Otiim K729 Pro is compatible with regular 3- and 5-pin mechanical switches, so you can swap them out.

The new CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE is the ideal solution for anyone who values efficiency, comfort and precision. The set includes a wireless mouse and keyboard designed to perform across a range of tasks, from software development and graphic design to managing complex spreadsheets and extended coding sessions.

"The CHERRY STREAM ULTIMATE series is built to make precision feel easy. With the CHERRY ProScroll wheel powered by electromagnetic technology, you can pick from preset modes or fine-tune the feel to suit your work. From tactile steps for detailed tasks to freewheeling for fast navigation. Combined with great ergonomics and flexible wireless connectivity, the STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE is built to keep you comfortable and in control wherever you work", says Joakim Jansson, Head of Product & Portfolio at CHERRY.

ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and edtech solutions, is celebrating the 2025 holiday season with a dynamic showcase of displays at the Pepcom Holiday Spectacular!, October 29th in New York City. The latest offerings from ViewSonic deliver powerful performance, sleek portability, and simplified connectivity, ideal for content creators, gamers, and remote working professionals.

This year's collection of displays features high-resolution desktop monitors, ultra-portable OLED displays, and projectors for work and entertainment needs. ViewSonic is debuting the VP3276T-4K, a 32-inch ColorPro monitor that is Pantone Validated and features a Thunderbolt 4 docking station. Also being demonstrated is the lightweight M1X projector that is part of the AtmosKIT Autoplay GO Bundle and festive decoration kit to create a showstopping holiday experience.

Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, today announced the Expert Mouse TB800 EQ Trackball, a next-generation, finger-operated ergonomic trackball that delivers premium performance and precise control for creative professionals and consumers.

A recipient of a prestigious 2025 iF Design Award, the TB800 enhances user comfort and productivity through advanced customization options, an adjustable scroll ring, exceptional tracking, an ambidextrous design, and seamless wireless connectivity. Featuring an innovative symmetrical design that is ideal for use by left- and right-handed users, the TB800 incorporates a slight angle that enables users to operate the trackball with their hands in a natural resting position that maximizes comfort and potentially reduces fatigue and repetitive strain injuries.

Epomaker already has a comprehensive line-up of wireless mechanical, Hall-effect, and even inductive keyboards, but some of the company's more interesting launches have been in the low-profile space, with recent examples including the carbon fiber Carbon 60 mechanical keyboard. Now, though, Epomaker has officially launched the Luma40, which may turn out to be far more controversial for regular users than any previous releases. Not only does the Luma40 take the small form factor to the extreme, slashing the key count to just 47 keys—similar to the Comaker TH40 we previously reviewed—it also features an ortholinear layout, meaning the keys are not staggered, or horizontally offset from one another. The Luma40 is available on the Epomaker online store for $115.99, with a launch discount bringing the price down to $98.59. It is only available in one color, with a single switch option: Kailh White Rain low-profile switches with a full POM construction and middle-weight 50 gf actuation force.

Despite the unorthodox layout and form factor, the Luma40 uses a standard qwerty layout in its stock form, although ortholinear layouts are famous for allowing customization. The Luma40 opens up customization with the open-source VIA web app, which allows you to remap keys, create macros, and select different backlighting modes and colors. The same is true for the keycaps. With the exception of the dual 2U space bars, the Luma40's keycaps feature the LAK profile, meaning they're all interchangeable, so remapping the entire keyboard to your liking, or even testing exotic layouts like Dvorak is made easy. Those keycaps are also made of transparent PC with screen-printed legends. This will allow for full RGB shine-through using the north-facing backlighting, but it also means the keycap legends will likely not be as durable as something like double-shot PBT. Those keycaps sit atop Kailh low-profile switches mounted in a PC plate and CNC-cut aluminium case. The Luma40 has both Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connectivity options, with a diminutive 1,450 mAh battery delivering an estimated 7 hours of battery life with the RGB at full brightness and 75 hours with no backlight. There's also the option of running it off the USB Type-C wired connection instead.

When it comes to gaming, speed is everything. The new YUNZII RT75 PRO redefines this standard—now equipped with Dual 8K polling rate in both wired and 2.4G modes. Designed for magnetic switch enthusiasts, this next-generation keyboard merges artistic aesthetics and pro-level gaming performance in stunning black and pink colorways. Let's dive into what makes the RT75 PRO a true game-changer.

Gaming Keyboard with Hall Effect Magnetic Switches
The YUNZII RT75 PRO delivers an 8K polling rate in both wired and 2.4G modes, achieving 0.1 ms wired and 1 ms wireless response for lightning-fast precision. Built with Hall Effect magnetic switches, this triple-mode keyboard (USB-C, 2.4G, Bluetooth) ensures unmatched responsiveness and reliability for competitive gaming.

OwLab is known for its premium enthusiast DIY mechanical keyboards, like the $499 PT750, with sister company Qwertykeys bringing up the rear with midrange enthusiast DIY kits. Now, however, OwLab has announced a new sub-brand called Ticktype, which appears to fill the pre-built keyboard niche. While the new keyboard brand has only just been given a name, two keyboards that previously fell under the Qwertykeys brand, the Evo75 and Evo80, will now be sold under Ticktype. That said, Ticktype has also debuted the DP104, a new full-size wireless mechanical keyboard that takes inspiration from retro gaming—much like the QK65 MK3 we covered recently—and the custom mechanical keyboard scene, but with the benefits of a pre-built keyboard.

The Tick type DP104, aside from being a full-size mechanical keyboard with a proper num pad and an aluminium case, boasts a number of features that make it both fun to use and easy to mod for beginners just looking at their first mechanical keyboard. For starters, the DP104 has a quick-release ball-catch top case, meaning the top case releases by applying only a little pressure in the correct direction, allowing you full access to the keyboard's interior for stuff like modifications, cleaning, or changing out the gasket mounting system for something stiffer or with more give. The other neat feature is the colorful "interactive pixel display" located above the num pad. This small landscape display can be used for fun features, like the reactive fireworks mode, real-time typing mode, and an "audio reactive mode" that displays an equalizer that reacts to nearby sounds, or you can make it display keyboard status, like battery charge, OS mode, the time, and caps lock status. The DP104 also has a customizable RGB light bar and two volume control buttons just above the arrow keys.

In light of the recent flood of AI-ready mini PCs coming from the likes of Framework and GMKtec, Zotac has announced its own competitor, this time opting for a slightly different approach than the hyped AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU. Instead, the component company known for its mini PCs and discrete NVIDIA GPUs has equipped the Zbox Magnus (stylized as ZBOX MAGNUS) with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and up to a 20-core (8 performance, 12 efficiency cores) Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU paired with dual memory slots for up to 96 GB of DDR5-6400 CSODIMM or DDR5-5600 SODIMM RAM—all in a mere 2.65-liter chassis. By default, however, the Magnus doesn't ship with RAM or storage, with a barebones variant currently listed on the company's Chinese site at a converted price of around $1,966 (13,9999 Yuan).

The product page lists the cooling solution as a heatsink and fan, but it's unclear whether there are separate heatsinks and fans for the CPU and GPU, raising questions about potential thermal throttling, given the tiny chassis. Zotac says that the Zbox Magnus is the first mini PC of its size to offer a desktop-class GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB GPU in a chassis that small, with the chassis measuring in at just 210 × 203 × 62.2 mm. That small chassis comes with the caveats that the Zbox Magnus needs a 330 W external AC-DC adapter, and that it features a soldered laptop-class CPU. Despite the small chassis, the Zbox Magnus has a decent selection of ports, with five USB Type-A ports, dual front USB Type-C ports, and dual Ethernet ports. It also comes with wall mount hardware and Wi-Fi antennae in the box.

A new celestial body has appeared in our keyboard galaxy! We proudly present the Galaxy100 Lite, the latest star in the evolving Galaxy100 constellation. While orbiting the same core principles that made the series shine - premium aluminium craftsmanship, QMK/VIA programmability, and stellar wireless performance - this new member brings fresh luminosity to the mechanical keyboard universe.

Shared Excellence: Premium Build & Customization
Both keyboards boast aluminium alloy cases and gasket-mount structures with multiple dampening layers (Poron, IXPE, PET) for a satisfying thocky sound. Each offers south-facing RGB, hot-swappable PCBs, and 8000mAh batteries with triple connectivity (2.4G/Bluetooth/wired). The QMK/VIA support enables deep customization for keys, macros, and lighting.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the Azoth 96 HE, the latest addition to the ROG Azoth gaming keyboard series. The Azoth 96 HE boasts a load of upgrades over other series offerings, including ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches, a new 96% layout for versatility, and up to 8000 Hz polling rate. It also features a 1.47-inch full-color touchscreen and a three-way knob for onboard adjustment of actuation points and other settings.

Hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches and ROG Hall sensor
The Azoth 96 HE is an enthusiast-grade custom keyboard with top-tier gaming potential. Instead of ROG NX switches found on other models in the series, it features ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches. Actuation point can be customized from 0.1-3.5 mm, with precise 0.01 mm-step tuning for refined keystrokes.

SteelSeries today introduced the Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 gaming headset. It comes in white, pink, and black color trims, and succeeds the Arctis Nova 7 that the company launched in early 2024. The hard product comes with 40 mm drivers for the headphones, with 20 Hz to 22 kHz frequency response, 105 dBSPL sensitivity, 36 Ω impedance, and 360° software spatial audio. The ClearCast Gen 2 mic has bidirectional noise cancellation, 100 Hz to 6.5 kHz frequency response when used with Bluetooth, and up to 7 kHz response over 2.4 GHz RF and USB. Sensitivity on tap are -12 dBV/Pa near-field, with -15 dBV/Pa far-field.

The Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 is a digital wireless headset, it lacks any analog I/O. You either connect it wirelessly over 2.4 GHz RF using the included USB-C dongle, or via Bluetooth. Its battery offers up to 54 hours of use over 2.4 GHz RF, or up to 42 hours over Bluetooth. The headset also supports simultaneous RF+BT mode, where you get up to 38 hours out of the battery. The headset supports fast-charging, where a 15-minute charge can provide up to 6 hours of use. Much of the Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 is its soft product, which includes SteelSeries GG and Sonar Audio software suite for PC and smartphones, which live you powerful DSPs suitable to various game genres or usage types. All variants of the Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 are priced at $199.99.

HP Inc. today announced new products and services designed to help people work without limits with greater ease and purpose. Transforming and simplifying the work experience, HP is boosting productivity, sparking creativity, and driving fulfillment.

As the modern workforce operates across office, remote, and mobile environments, employees need technology that enables seamless productivity, collaboration, and creativity. However, findings from HP's 2025 Working Relationship Index reveal that only 20% of knowledge workers feel they have access to the technology needed to truly support this hybrid way of working. HP is continuously advancing its portfolio of products and services to drive employee fulfillment—not just through enhanced productivity, but to create integrated platforms that foster deeper engagement and connection.

Beats today introduces Powerbeats Fit, the latest evolution of its popular Beats Fit Pro earbuds and a new addition to the bestselling Powerbeats family. Powerbeats Fit delivers enhanced durability and improved in-ear comfort with a redesigned wingtip that is just as stable as Powerbeats Pro 2's earhook—all housed in a more compact charging case with an IPX4 rating. Powerbeats Fit is available to order starting today in four stylish colors—Jet Black, Gravel Gray, Spark Orange, and Power Pink—for $199.99 (US) from apple.com.

"Reintroducing Beats Fit Pro as Powerbeats Fit—alongside Powerbeats Pro 2—unifies our lineup under a name synonymous with athletic performance and gives customers a clearer choice between two distinct, fitness-first form factors," said Oliver Schusser, Apple's vice president of Music, Sports, and Beats. "Powerbeats Fit combines the best of Beats Fit Pro with next-level comfort, durability, and portability—making it a worthy addition to the Powerbeats family."

Zyxel Networks, a leader in delivering secure, AI- and cloud-powered business and home networking solutions, today announced the launch of four new business-class WiFi 7 access points. The new access points provide accessible, affordable, and easy WiFi upgrade solutions that are easy to deploy and manage.

Zyxel's new WiFi 7 access points, which are powered by quad-core Qualcomm chipsets, feature NebulaFlex, which enables users to easily switch between on-premises management and Nebula Cloud Networking Management. Zero-touch provisioning and app-based onboarding make the installation of the Zyxel access points as simple as scanning a QR code at the deployment site, eliminating the need for dedicated on-site IT personnel.

In today's hybrid work environment, clear, reliable audio is essential. IT leaders and employees alike agree: seamless collaboration starts with the right tools. Enter the Dell Pro Plus Earbuds (EB525), the latest addition to Dell's AI-based audio portfolio. These earbuds combine advanced noise filtering, voice optimization and all-day comfort for employees with easy deployment and manageability for IT teams.

As the world's first earbuds to earn Microsoft Teams Open Office Certification, the Dell Pro Plus Earbuds are designed to empower effortless communication, whether you're commuting, working remotely or jumping into a quick Teams meeting. For IT, they simplify the challenge of managing audio solutions in a hybrid work environment, ensuring employees have the tools they need to stay productive, connected and focused on what matters most.

Since the launch of the Steam Deck, Valve has been hard at work polishing its Arch-based Linux distro, SteamOS, for both its own gaming handheld and, more recently, third-party gaming handhelds. With the launch of the SteamOS 3.7.15 update, Valve has taken steps to correct a handful of gaming handheld issues. Most of the updates are bug fixes and quality of life updates, rather than new features, but there are also a number of security updates included that patch out known CVEs. This follows recent news about the official full release of the new Steam Store redesign and the Steam beta that adds support for detecting Secure Boot and TPM states for modern anti-cheat solutions. Overall, Valve seems to be working towards getting SteamOS in a state that is both user-friendly and stable in an attempt to attract and keep as many users on its platform as possible.

For the Steam Deck, the clock and power limits and Wi-Fi connection should more reliably return to their configured states after the device wakes from sleep, and the battery charge estimation has been improved. Wake-on-Bluetooth support has also been returned to all versions of the Steam Deck with support for BLE peripherals—which should prove handy when the handheld is docked. The built-in screen reader also now has multi-language support, and there are a number of audio improvements. For starters, the Steam Deck's volume will no longer jump to 100% when removing wired headphones, the Deck will now also automatically switch to USB audio devices when detected, and audio distortion in the built-in microphone has also been removed. Valve has also removed the Pro Audio profile from the KDE desktop mode—an anti-feature many Linux users will be aware of because it simply disables audio when you select it.

First revealed at CES 2025, the CHERRY XTRFY MX 10.1 Wireless mechanical gaming keyboard is now ready for launch. With a slim aluminium design, CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 switches, rotary knob and LCD display, the keyboard delivers a smooth, ultra-fast typing experience. Gamers can now outpace their opponents thanks to 4000 Hz wireless and 8000 Hz wired polling rates. The CHERRY XTRFY MX 10.1 reports up to 8 times every millisecond and enables faster response times with every keystroke.

Joakim Jansson, Head of Product & Portfolio at CHERRY, said: "We're thrilled to launch the MX 10.1 Wireless. With this release, we're taking low-profile keyboards to the next level in every aspect: extreme speed, premium typing feel, a convenient display and rotary knob, and a super-solid aluminium build. It fits the most demanding competitive gamers, as well as anyone who spends their day typing".

We're excited to share a first look at the Pulse Elevate wireless speakers - the newest addition to our lineup of PlayStation audio accessories - which we revealed earlier today during State of Play. Pulse Elevate builds upon the immersive next-level gaming audio experience we introduced to players with Pulse Elite wireless headset and Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, combining powerful technologies like planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link into new form factors for players to experience with their favorite games.

As the first wireless speakers developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, Pulse Elevate fits seamlessly in a PS5, PC, or Mac desktop gaming setup and can be enjoyed on the go with a PlayStation Portal remote player or smartphone. The wireless speakers feature exceptionally lifelike audio, ultra-low latency and lossless PlayStation Link wireless connectivity.

Bowers & Wilkins, the renowned British audio brand, is proud to launch its new flagship active noise-cancelling wireless headphone - the Px8 S2. Bowers & Wilkins is trusted by music professionals the world over to deliver the most detailed, natural and immersive sound available - the True Sound of the artist's intent. The brand has a long-established pedigree in producing category-defining headphones, including the award-winning Px7 S3 and the reference-standard Px8.

Now, Bowers & Wilkins is proud to introduce the new flagship statement in wireless headphones: the Px8 S2. Elevating the brand's iconic design DNA to new heights in the premium headphone category, the Px8 S2 delivers the ultimate representation of Bowers & Wilkins' revered performance, comfort and style.

Bang & Olufsen's new Beo Grace earpieces combine a slim aluminium form with outstanding sound performance, embodying the brand's uncompromising mastery in uniting acoustic innovation with timeless design and craftsmanship. Born from Bang & Olufsen's relentless pursuit of perfection and inspired by fine jewellery, Beo Grace fuses miniaturised design with audio innovation, bringing exceptional sound that fits effortlessly in your pocket.

"Beo Grace is more than a new product, it is a symbol of the century ahead. Inspired by the elegance of fine jewellery and crafted from our signature aluminium, it distils everything Bang & Olufsen has stood for since 1925: uncompromising sound, enduring craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. With Beo Grace we are bringing our heritage of acoustic ingenuity into a form you can wear - a piece of design sculpture that ushers in a new era of wearable sound," says Bang & Olufsen CEO Kristian Teär.

Today, Logitech introduced Zone Wireless 2 ES and Zone Wired 2 headsets, designed for noisy offices. With AI-powered noise-canceling mics, hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) that automatically adjusts to minimize background noise, and a gaming-inspired headstrap design for all-day comfort, the headsets turn open office clamor into quiet focus zones. While open offices cultivate free-flowing face-to-face interaction, they are also notorious for distractions. Studies cite $468 billion in productivity losses for companies due to time-sucking distractions that hinder deep, focused work.

"Uninterrupted focus is the new currency of work. With more employees returning to office, it's more critical than ever to protect their concentration," said Hanneke Faber, Chief Executive Officer. "Zone Wireless 2 ES and Zone Wired 2 for Business were engineered to safeguard against those costly distractions."