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A beginner-friendly drone just became twice as affordable by swapping headset controls for a smartwatch. The Antigravity A1 now follows you automatically while filming, making professional-looking footage accessible to everyone.
A California startup just made it possible to turn any basketball hoop into a smart training system for under $700. Huupe's new Arena Upgrade Kit brings AI-powered shot tracking and global competition to the 100 million hoops already in driveways and parks worldwide.
Form just made its high-tech swimming goggles more affordable, launching a $149 version that brings heads-up displays and smart coaching to everyday swimmers. The new Smart Swim 2 LT includes everything except the heart-rate monitor, making pool tech accessible to more people.
A college track athlete built LED pacing lights that cost 97% less than competitors, helping runners hit perfect splits while making pro-level technology affordable for high school and college teams. His invention, Stridelane, has already powered 19 personal records at its debut meet.
Acer Africa is now assembling monitors and computers in South Africa, cutting costs and creating jobs while making technology affordable for schools and everyday consumers. The company's local production lets them dodge import fees and offer three-year warranties that imported products can't match.
Scientists just invented a thermal imaging lens that costs a penny to make, can be repaired if damaged, and works as well as traditional lenses costing thousands. The breakthrough could bring night vision and heat detection to everyday smartphones and home devices.
The upcoming Nothing Phone (4a) Pro just cleared regulatory approval with a battery that lasts over 63 hours, nearly 50% longer than its predecessor. The affordable smartphone also gets tougher water resistance and could launch within weeks.