This week, Fujifilm introduced a brand new digital half-frame compact digicam known as the X Half. Like half-frame movie cameras, the X Half shoots vertical frames, however information to an 18-megapixel sensor as a substitute. The lens is a 32mm (35mm equal) f/2.8 aperture, which is near the lenses of the X100 sequence cameras. The X Half seems to be like a mixture of Fujifilm’s in style X100VI and an outdated Rollie 35 movie digicam. It is small and classy, which is a part of the enchantment right here.
The X Half can also be designed to be enjoyable fairly than a “severe” digicam (no matter meaning). Severe digicam followers, be warned: The X Half is JPG-only; there aren’t 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. Because the information are JPGs, no matter filters you apply cannot be unapplied in submit.
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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 evaluate the picture on the rear display screen or see something about it till you dump the pics to the companion cellphone app.
It will not be for everybody, however I am trying 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 value of $849, which is a bit of steep for one thing that does not supply RAW information. —Scott Gilbertson
OnePlus Has a New Android Pill
The Android pill market has been steadily rising since Google determined to present it some love in 2022—there are extra choices to select from now than in years. OnePlus is maintaining 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, it is a flagship pill by means of and thru. OnePlus hasn’t shared the complete particulars concerning the pill but, nevertheless it helps Open Canvas, the corporate’s multitasking software program. There are some integrations for Apple customers, too—you may management a Mac remotely, and file share through 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 shall 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 the next MSRP than the $550 launch value 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 had been introduced, however then introduced the MSRP all the way 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 known as Fender Studio that may let customers simply report, jam, and launch music from wherever. The free app is out there for iOS, Android, PC, Linux, and macOS, and appears to tackle Apple’s GarageBand without spending a dime recording app supremacy. It might 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 inexpensive 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 folk who don’t wish to splash out on fancy software program to make demos or to report primary audio tracks. To date, 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 related it seems to be 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 type, with a customized moth inlay on the third fret. It’s a gorgeous instrument which 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 sort of fashionable classic vibe. The guitar is out there 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 decide Garmin watches over Coros fashions in my Finest Health Trackers information. Nevertheless, that margin is getting slimmer, and the information you could 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 price, and obtain a refurbished alternative whereas your system is being repaired.
Obtainable repairs embody changing a damaged display screen, 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 laptop. Not like comparable restore applications, like AppleCare, Coros homeowners do not need to pay right into a separate guarantee or protection program along with the restore value. Coros additionally posts the restore costs, with most effectively below $100. It’s value 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 laptop’s display screen whereas mountain biking, so the information you could get it mounted for an affordable value is welcome. —Adrienne So
Paravel Goes Underneath
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Earlier this week, the official web site for Paravel, a well-liked journey model identified 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 information 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, Internet-a-Porter, and Bloomingdale’s. You would possibly be capable to catch a reduction whereas inventory lasts. We have reached out to Paravel for remark. —Boutayna Chokrane
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