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 data 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 collection cameras. The X Half seems to be like a mixture of Fujifilm’s popular X100VI and an outdated Rollie 35 movie digicam. It is small and trendy, which is a part of the attraction right here.
The X Half can be designed to be enjoyable quite than a “critical” digicam (no matter meaning). Critical 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—similar to Fujifilm’s “critical” cameras—together with 18 filters to simulate issues like mild leaks or expired movie. For the reason that information are JPGs, no matter filters you apply cannot be unapplied in submit.
Courtesy of Fujifilm
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 with the ability to overview 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 critically. My solely hesitation is the recommended price of $849, which is just a little steep for one thing that does not provide 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 preserving issues chugging together with the OnePlus Pad 3—its predecessor is our favorite Android tablet, so there are excessive expectations for this slate.
Courtesy of OnePlus
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, the high-end processor powering all of the 2025 Android phones, this can be a flagship pill by way of and thru. OnePlus hasn’t shared the total particulars in regards to the pill but, however 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 by way of drag and drop. You can too pair it with three equipment (bought individually): a Good Keyboard, a Stylo 2 stylus, and a Folio Case.
The Pad 3 is available in Storm Blue and will probably be accessible within the US and Canada starting June 5. Pricing hasn’t been shared but, however it’s not a stretch to think about the next MSRP than the $550 launch worth of the OnePlus Pad 2. The corporate lately raised the value of the OnePlus Watch 3 to $550 (from $330) shortly after tariffs were announced, however then introduced the MSRP right down to $350—nonetheless a rise. It is a direct contender to Samsung’s lately announced Tab S10 FE.
Fender’s GarageBand Rival
Fender has introduced a brand new cross-platform app known as Fender Studio that can let customers simply report, jam, and launch music from anyplace. The free app is offered for iOS, Android, PC, Linux, and macOS, and appears to tackle Apple’s GarageBand at no cost recording app supremacy. It could possibly use your cellphone’s microphone or any suitable interface, and consists of modeling for traditional amplifiers, results pedals, and mixing plugins. You possibly can 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 favorite 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 fundamental audio tracks. To date, it really works nice in my expertise, with an easy-to-use interface that scales completely between PC, pill, and mobile 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 replica model 314c acoustic guitars an identical to the mannequin utilized in HBO’s The Final of Us. The guitar options Taylor’s well-known cutaway fashion, with a customized moth inlay on the third fret. It’s a wonderful instrument that may find yourself being collectible sometime, past followers of the present; the moth inlay is prettier than an HBO brand, and the tobacco sunburst and ivoroid accents give it a sort of trendy classic vibe. The guitar is available for purchase 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 constantly decide Garmin watches over Coros fashions in my Best Fitness Trackers guide. Nevertheless, that margin is getting slimmer, and the information you could now restore Coros units offers the model a lift. Coros’ new repair program will increase the lifespan of your costly wearable. You possibly can ship in a broken machine, pay a nominal restore charge, and obtain a refurbished alternative whereas your machine is being repaired.
Out there repairs embrace changing a damaged display screen, button, dial, or faulty battery, and all Coros units are eligible, together with the most recent Vertix 2S, all of the Tempo watches, and the solar-powered bike computer. Not like comparable restore applications, like AppleCare, Coros homeowners should not have to pay right into a separate guarantee or protection program along with the restore price. Coros additionally posts the restore costs, with most properly below $100. It’s value noting right here that I’ve by no means needed to repair a Coros machine, and I’ve discovered all of them to be fairly sturdy. However WIRED contributor Steph Pearson shattered her Coros Dura bike computer’s screen whereas mountain biking, so the information you could get it mounted for an inexpensive worth is welcome. —Adrienne So
Paravel Goes Below
{Photograph}: Paravel
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 lately ordered journey gear reported shipments canceled, with refunds offered solely in some circumstances. Monetary data point out that the corporate filed for bankruptcy on Could 19. A number of third-party retailers nonetheless carry Paravel merchandise (for now), including Amazon, Ssense, Net-a-Porter, and Bloomingdale’s. You would possibly be capable of catch a reduction whereas inventory lasts. We have reached out to Paravel for remark. —Boutayna Chokrane
