Why the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Is the Vlogging Camera to Pack | Vol. 33

The world of videography can be overwhelming, with options that can either weigh you down or break the bank. Enter the DJI Osmo Pocket 4, a sleek little beast that dares to fit a robust camera inside a pocket-sized frame. Who knew all your cinematic dreams could be captured without turning your backpack into a gym membership?

Imagine walking through a bustling city, balancing your coffee in one hand while capturing smooth, professional-grade footage with the other. The Osmo Pocket 4’s stabilization is like having a mini camera crew at your disposal, effortlessly gliding through bumps that would make a ‘regular’ camera shake like a leaf on a windy day. Because let’s be honest—who has time for wonky videos?

On top of its impressive stabilization, this tiny titan boasts a 1-inch CMOS sensor that captures stunning 4K video at an eye-watering 240fps. That’s not just good; it’s “I-want-to-be-in-your-VLOG” good! And with a memory of 107GB, you can focus on filming rather than worrying about running out of space mid-sunset shot.

The cherry on top? Its user-friendly touchscreen and included accessories make it accessible for both seasoned creators and enthusiastic newcomers alike. Why wrestle with clunky setups when everything you need is wrapped up in this palm-sized package?

The Kobo Libra Colour is aimed at the reader whose library has escaped the black-and-white novel aisle. Covers, comics, graphic books, diagrams, and highlighted passages all make a better argument for color than another slab promising to replace every device you own. We appreciate that it keeps the job definition admirably narrow: it is still an eReader, just one with a little more visual life.

Kobo identifies this hardware as model N428, with a 7-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 display. Black-and-white content is specified at 300 PPI, while color content is 150 PPI—a meaningful divide to understand before deciding that color automatically means tablet-like detail. Dark Mode and the ComfortLight PRO front light add options for adjusting the page presentation, including color temperature for blue-light reduction.

This is also a notably bookish piece of hardware rather than a flat glass rectangle demanding finger gymnastics. Page-turn buttons, left- or right-handed screen rotation, and landscape orientation give readers several ways to arrange the page. Add IPX8 waterproofing, Bluetooth for Kobo Audiobooks in selected countries, and native support for files including EPUB, PDF, CBZ, and CBR, and the Libra Colour covers a rather civilized range of reading scenarios.

Our Kobo Libra Colour review lands on the practical appeal: it adds color and optional stylus notes without abandoning the purpose-built eReader format. The caveat is equally practical. Color is specified at lower pixel density than black-and-white content, and the Kobo Stylus 2 costs the buyer another decision, because apparently even your annotations now have accessories.

Keys are tiny metal guilt trips. They vanish beneath grocery bags, turn up in jacket pockets three weeks after the jacket was last worn, and somehow become most elusive when rain is falling sideways. We think a smart lock earns its keep when it addresses that daily nonsense without becoming a more fragile version of the same problem.

The SwitchBot Smart Lock Ultra with Keypad Vision makes a notably practical pitch: the lock’s rechargeable main battery has 4,200 mAh total capacity and a stated life of up to 12 months, while a 1,400 mAh CR123A backup battery is rated for 1,000 emergency unlocks. There is also emergency micro-power unlocking for five unlocks. That is a lot of backup architecture for one front door, but front doors have an almost supernatural talent for choosing the worst possible time to need attention.

We also like that this is presented as a real combo rather than a lock sold with a vague promise and a separate scavenger hunt for bits. The package includes mounting components, a magnet, support/direction tape, a charging cable, a rechargeable main battery pack, and three wood-grain stickers. The latter are a small but revealing concession to homes where “futuristic black gadget” is not the decor plan.

There are limits to the case. The supplied information does not confirm compatibility with any particular existing lock cylinder, nor does it establish the 3D face recognition, Matter support, remote app control, fingerprint access, or installation claims that buyers may see elsewhere. Our verdict therefore rests on what is actually documented: a compactly specified smart lock with unusually explicit power fallbacks and a one-year warranty.

A dark bedroom is a luxury amenity now. Hotel curtains leave a glowing seam, a red-eye flight arrives at breakfast, and somebody has decided that noon is the ideal time to mow the lawn outside your window. The Manta PRO Sleep Mask is for people who would rather solve that mess with adjustable eye cups than attempt to negotiate with the sun.

We think its core idea is unusually sensible: C-shaped cups sit on an adjustable head strap and can move along it, so the mask is not stuck with one pre-decided face layout. Manta says the tapered cups are designed for side sleeping, while their air-bubble construction expands to block light as the wearer changes position and compresses flat when side sleeping.

The mask also makes a deliberate case for people whose eyelashes have been drafted into sleep-mask politics. The US listing calls it spacious and zero-pressure for long lashes, and Manta describes 100% light blocking from the PRO eye cups, including in broad daylight. That is a more specific brief than “soft fabric, sweet dreams,” which is the usual sleep-mask contribution to civilization.

This is not a mystical sleep gadget claiming to repair your entire existence by Tuesday. It is a highly configurable blackout mask with perforated materials, ventilation holes, and a machine-washable construction. For travel, naps, or shift-work sleep, that practical focus earns its place.

Let’s face it, not every day needs to be captured with a DSLR or even a smartphone that practically requires a second mortgage. Enter the KODAK CHARMERA Keychain Digital Camera—a whimsical gadget that’s more charm than serious tech. This tiny gem is a nostalgic nod to simpler times when everything wasn’t captured in ultra hi-def but rather in carefree snaps and fuzzy videos. Who knew your keys could suddenly become the go-to spot for a mini-cam?

At just 30 grams and no bigger than a few sugary snacks you might mindlessly munch on, this little contraption thrives on its ability to make the mundane feel quirky. It holds up to 128GB of memories (in microSD form, because this isn’t a relic from the Stone Age), proving that good things really do come in small packages. Perfect for spontaneous outings or just little moments that deserve a capture but don’t require a photographer's precision.

But is a keychain camera practical, or does it simply cater to that joyful delusion we all love about the pure absurdity of convenience gadgets? Spoiler alert: It’s a bit of both! The KODAK CHARMERA offers just enough functionality to make you giggle while taking pics, giving you an excuse to abandon your serious tech for something undeniably fun. After all, who doesn’t want to immortalize everyday moments with a dash of whimsy?