Best gadgets for December 2024

It was a December to remember. This month we got a beefy toy tower from PC Origin And repeat for MSI laptop clutch This makes up for a lot of what we didn’t like about the last generation. We’ve also finished our long-term review of Google pixel watch 3which was such a hit that I bought the 45mm version outright. Us too I checked the clock Which can help in throwing dice.

There were some bummers too. They haven’t done this tour, but they’re still screaming. Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus Light as a feather, but the gorgeous AMOLED display falters when limited to a 60Hz refresh rate – and on a laptop that suggests you stream games using it. Acer has also shown that it can make some great OLED displays for its laptops, though Swift 16AA As a complete package it is a no-go. In addition to A PSA for smart ring wearersespecially those who may have gotten a Samsung Galaxy Ring for Christmas and are wondering about its durability.

Next month is Consumer Electronics Show 2025. We’re already sending stories about what the industry hopes to position as next and new. And since AI permeates everything, it will include a lot of that as a selling point. It’ll also be a great time to tune in if you’re trying to upgrade your home entertainment setup, as all the new TVs and smart home tech are on display. And don’t forget the weird stuff, like Laptops that roll in and out To give you more screen space. Expect next month’s tour to be packed as we head into the winter thaw.

In our long-gestating review update, I finally gave the Pixel Watch 3 the full score it deserves. This is worth the trade-off if you’re still on the fence about whether or not to get a Pixel Watch. It comes in two screen sizes, large (41mm) and larger (45mm), and offers better battery life and health tracking compared to the first two generations. It’s still not a perfect watch. For example, unlike the Apple Watch ecosystem, Google’s watch band connectivity makes it difficult to find stylish replicas to swap in and out of the watch. But this is the best smartwatch in the Android ecosystem, even if you don’t use a Fitbit.

This was not a complete review however It was a big hit among this month’s Gizmodo recommendations. Kyle took the Timestop D-20 to PAX Unplugged, and it quickly became the “Gaming Gadget of 2024.” The clock tells the time and pretends to roll the dice. It looks great, is comfortable to wear, and was designed with RPGs and board games in mind. A watch probably wouldn’t be accepted as dice in any modern RPG, but you don’t have to charge it every night like a smartwatch.

The Origin PC Neuron 3500X is a powerful gaming machine with high specifications. Its quiet fans facilitate excellent airflow, and the RGB lighting makes the chassis look like a 90s aquarium. But even with their reduced high cost, they can be more durable. The body is prone to bending, and panels fly off like pieces of unchecked Boeing fuselage. Everything else about this computer is powerful.

AI is everywhere, even in the name of a second-generation handheld gaming console. MSI’s Claw 8 AI+ is a revamped version of The last clawwhich was fine, Although it could have been Much better. This new laptop promises better performance for demanding, casual games on a brilliantly larger screen than its competitors, the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally. Although battery life is good, the software could use some polishing. Overall, the direction MSI is headed with its gaming laptops is more promising than it was last time around.

We didn’t expect Bowers & Wilkins to make our list of noteworthy devices this month, but the Pi8 wireless earbuds we reviewed are the best Cherry has heard all year. They’re compact, easy to store, and provide great sound quality for music and podcasts. They’re also easier to use than most third-party headphones on the market and fit an amazing variety of ear canals.