This week, Fujifilm introduced a brand new digital half-frame compact digicam referred to as the X Half. Like half-frame movie cameras, the X Half shoots vertical frames, however data to an 18-megapixel sensor as an alternative. The lens is a 32mm (35mm equal) f/2.8 aperture, which is near the lenses of the X100 collection cameras. The X Half appears like a mixture of Fujifilm’s fashionable X100VI and an outdated Rollie 35 movie digicam. It is small and classy, which is a part of the attraction right here.
The X Half can be designed to be enjoyable slightly than a “severe” digicam (no matter which means). Severe digicam followers, be warned: The X Half is JPG-only; there are not any RAW information. Out of the field, there are 10 movie simulations—identical to Fujifilm’s “severe” cameras—together with 18 filters to simulate issues like gentle leaks or expired movie. For the reason that information are JPGs, no matter filters you apply cannot be unapplied in publish.
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In one other nod to movie cameras, there’s a Movie Roll mode which lets you lock in a movie simulation or filter combo after which shoot 24, 26, or 72 photos (like a roll of movie) with out having the ability to overview the picture on the rear display or see something about it till you dump the pics to the companion cellphone app.
It will not be for everybody, however I am wanting ahead to testing this one as we hardly ever see a digicam that does not take itself too severely. My solely hesitation is the really helpful worth of $849, which is just a little steep for one thing that does not supply RAW information. —Scott Gilbertson
OnePlus Has a New Android Pill
The Android pill market has been progressively rising since Google determined to offer it some love in 2022—there are extra choices to select from now than in years. OnePlus is conserving issues chugging together with the OnePlus Pad 3—its predecessor is our favourite Android pill, so there are excessive expectations for this slate.
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Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, the high-end processor powering all of the 2025 Android telephones, this can be a flagship pill by means of and thru. OnePlus hasn’t shared the complete particulars in regards to the pill but, nevertheless it helps Open Canvas, the corporate’s multitasking software program. There are some integrations for Apple customers, too—you’ll be able to management a Mac remotely, and file share by way of drag and drop. You may as well pair it with three equipment (bought individually): a Sensible Keyboard, a Stylo 2 stylus, and a Folio Case.
The Pad 3 is available in Storm Blue and will likely be accessible within the US and Canada starting June 5. Pricing hasn’t been shared but, nevertheless it’s not a stretch to think about a better MSRP than the $550 launch worth of the OnePlus Pad 2. The corporate not too long ago raised the worth of the OnePlus Watch 3 to $550 (from $330) shortly after tariffs have been introduced, however then introduced the MSRP right down to $350—nonetheless a rise. It is a direct contender to Samsung’s not too long ago introduced Tab S10 FE.
Fender’s GarageBand Rival
Fender has introduced a brand new cross-platform app referred to as Fender Studio that may let customers simply file, jam, and launch music from anyplace. The free app is obtainable for iOS, Android, PC, Linux, and macOS, and appears to tackle Apple’s GarageBand without cost recording app supremacy. It could use your cellphone’s microphone or any appropriate interface, and contains modeling for traditional amplifiers, results pedals, and mixing plugins. You may even tune vocals and use a vocoder.
This democratization of high-end recording follows Fender’s acquisition of reasonably priced recording model PreSonus. PreSonus makes Studio One, one other nice piece of recording software program, amongst our favourite digital audio workstations. With Fender Studio, customers can get a lot of that very same performance, a boon for people who don’t need to splash out on fancy software program to make demos or to file primary audio tracks. To this point, it really works nice in my expertise, with an easy-to-use interface that scales completely between PC, pill, and cellular phone. I like how comparable it appears to Studio One, which has a clear and easy look, a key for recording software program to be any good. —Parker Corridor
A Final of Us Guitar
Taylor Guitars is making a restricted run of duplicate mannequin 314c acoustic guitars similar to the mannequin utilized in HBO’s The Final of Us. The guitar options Taylor’s well-known cutaway model, with a customized moth inlay on the third fret. It’s an exquisite instrument that may find yourself being collectible sometime, past followers of the present; the moth inlay is prettier than an HBO emblem, and the tobacco sunburst and ivoroid accents give it a form of fashionable classic vibe. The guitar is accessible for buy now for $2,799, and is constructed on demand with an anticipated supply time of six to 10 weeks. All of them include a tough case. —Parker Corridor
Coros Introduces a Restore Program
I persistently choose Garmin watches over Coros fashions in my Finest Health Trackers information. Nonetheless, that margin is getting slimmer, and the information that you may now restore Coros units provides the model a lift. Coros’ new restore program will increase the lifespan of your costly wearable. You may ship in a broken system, pay a nominal restore charge, and obtain a refurbished substitute whereas your system is being repaired.
Accessible repairs embody changing a damaged display, button, dial, or faulty battery, and all Coros units are eligible, together with the newest Vertix 2S, all of the Tempo watches, and the solar-powered bike pc. Not like comparable restore packages, like AppleCare, Coros homeowners do not need to pay right into a separate guarantee or protection program along with the restore price. Coros additionally posts the restore costs, with most nicely beneath $100. It’s price noting right here that I’ve by no means needed to repair a Coros system, and I’ve discovered all of them to be fairly sturdy. However WIRED contributor Steph Pearson shattered her Coros Dura bike pc’s display whereas mountain biking, so the information that you may get it fastened for an affordable worth is welcome. —Adrienne So
Paravel Goes Below
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Earlier this week, the official web site for Paravel, a preferred journey model recognized for its trendy baggage, was taken offline with out prior discover. Clients who not too long ago ordered journey gear reported shipments canceled, with refunds offered solely in some circumstances. Monetary data point out that the corporate filed for chapter on Might 19. A number of third-party retailers nonetheless carry Paravel merchandise (for now), together with Amazon, Ssense, Web-a-Porter, and Bloomingdale’s. You would possibly have the ability to catch a reduction whereas inventory lasts. We have reached out to Paravel for remark. —Boutayna Chokrane
